Jarvis Bay

Jarvis Bay, Alberta, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in Jarvis Bay is $1,594,000, across 6 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 147 days.

Asking prices work out to about $640 per square foot, based on the 4 listings that report floor area.

Quiet lanes, big-lake summers

About Jarvis Bay

Jarvis Bay is the kind of place you arrive at on purpose: a tiny hamlet tucked along the west shore of Sylvan Lake where the road narrows, the trees thicken, and the soundtrack shifts to wind in the poplars and the hum of boats out on the water. It’s not built around a main street or a cluster of shops—its identity comes from the lake itself and a patchwork of low-density residential roads that feel more cottage-country than suburb.

Historically tied to the seasonal rhythms of Sylvan Lake, Jarvis Bay still carries a strong recreation-first DNA. You’ll see a mix of long-time owners with deep roots, newer buyers looking for a quieter alternative to the townside bustle, and families who treat weekends like a standing reservation at the beach. The walk score may be 0, but that’s by design: life here runs on short drives, golf carts, paddleboards, and neighborly check-ins.

Real estate in Jarvis Bay is defined by scarcity and setting. Inventory tends to be limited, with detached homes and lake-adjacent properties commanding attention for their views, mature lots, and the promise of four-season use—summer lake days, fall sunsets, winter ice, and spring’s slow return. Buyers typically weigh privacy and proximity to the shoreline against the convenience of being minutes from Sylvan Lake’s groceries, restaurants, and summer events, making Jarvis Bay a niche market where lifestyle is the main currency.

Market pulse

Jarvis Bay currently has 7 active listings with a median asking price of $1,689,000, averaging $610 per square foot. Homes are taking about 155 days on market, suggesting buyers have time to compare options and negotiate, while investors should expect longer holding periods and lean on pricing discipline to secure value.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 26

Frequently asked questions about Jarvis Bay

What is the average home price in Jarvis Bay?

The median asking price in Jarvis Bay is $1,594,000, across 6 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $1,264,667. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in Jarvis Bay?

There are 6 active MLS® listings in Jarvis Bay as of August 12, 2026.

How long do homes stay on the market in Jarvis Bay?

Homes currently listed in Jarvis Bay have been on the market an average of 147 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 Jarvis Bay walkable?

Jarvis Bay has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 26.

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