Fort Vermilion

Fort Vermilion, Alberta, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Fort Vermilion is $202,000, across 4 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 87 days.

1 new listing came to market in Fort Vermilion in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $181 per square foot, based on the 4 listings that report floor area.

River-town roots, northern resilience

About Fort Vermilion

Set on a high bend of the Peace River, Fort Vermilion feels like a true service-centre town—where the school calendar, the clinic schedule, and the weather forecast shape the rhythm of daily life. It’s one of Alberta’s oldest continuously occupied settlements, and that long memory shows up in small details: a community that still turns out for local events, neighbours who know each other by name, and a practical, rural sensibility that fits the far-north landscape.

The vibe is calm and functional rather than flashy, with a Walk Score around 35/100—most errands are a short drive, and life is built around a vehicle, a garage, and a good set of winter tires. Households tend to be families, public-sector workers, and tradespeople tied to the region’s agriculture and resource activity; many residents have multi-generational connections or came north for stable work and stayed for the community.

Real estate here skews straightforward and value-driven: detached houses and duplexes make up much of the market, with a limited selection of purpose-built rentals. Inventory can feel “thin,” so the right home may take time to appear, but pricing typically reflects the steady (not fast-growing) economic base rather than speculative swings. Buyers often focus on practical features—yard space, outbuildings, and condition—while renters face fewer choices, especially for newer units.

Market pulse

Fort Vermilion’s Fort Vermilion neighbourhood currently has 3 active listings, with a median asking price of $219,000 and an average of $194 per square foot. Homes are averaging 85 days on market, suggesting a slower pace where buyers may have room to negotiate, while investors should factor in longer holding and marketing times despite the relatively accessible price point.

Getting around

Walk Score 35 · Bike Score 36

Frequently asked questions about Fort Vermilion

What is the average home price in Fort Vermilion?

The median asking price in Fort Vermilion is $202,000, across 4 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $267,250. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Fort Vermilion?

There are 4 active MLS® listings in Fort Vermilion as of August 12, 2026. 1 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in Fort Vermilion?

Homes currently listed in Fort Vermilion have been on the market an average of 87 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

Is Fort Vermilion walkable?

Fort Vermilion has a Walk Score of 35 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — most errands require a car. Bike Score is 36.

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