White Sands

White Sands, Alberta, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 13, 2026, the median asking price in White Sands is $235,000, across 17 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 95 days.

1 new listing came to market in White Sands in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $407 per square foot, based on the 8 listings that report floor area.

Vacant land in White Sands are listed at an average of $217,300 across 8 active listings.

Detached homes in White Sands are listed at an average of $508,067 across 6 active listings.

Cabins, calm water, quiet roads

About White Sands

White Sands is a small, lakeside pocket where the calendar still matters—summer weekends bring boats and barbecues, and shoulder seasons return the shoreline to long, quiet walks. The neighbourhood reads like a classic Alberta cottage community: curved local roads, mature trees, and homes that range from compact cabins to year-round houses built for lake views and easy storage of outdoor gear. Life here is less about errands and more about weather, water levels, and the simple luxury of stepping outside to the sound of wind in the poplars.

Residents tend to be a mix of full-time locals and second-home owners who treat White Sands as their reset button. You’ll see families who want a safe, low-traffic place for kids to roam, and older households who’ve traded city noise for privacy and a slower pace. Social life often centres on the lake and informal neighbourly routines—sharing dock updates, swapping fishing tips, and watching the sunset turn the water into copper.

Real estate in White Sands is defined by detached properties, generous lots, and a meaningful slice of seasonal or recreational-use homes, which can make activity feel lumpy: busier in spring and early summer, calmer in winter. Buyers tend to prioritize waterfront or water-adjacent positions, solid year-round access, and practical upgrades like modern septic, insulation, and reliable wells/services. The result is a market that rewards good maintenance and lake lifestyle functionality more than square footage alone.

Market pulse

White Sands currently has 16 active for-sale listings with a median asking price of $217,000, averaging $414 per square foot. Homes are spending about 77 days on market, pointing to a steady pace where buyers have time to compare options and negotiate, while investors may find opportunities to target well-priced listings that can stand out in a moderately paced environment.

Frequently asked questions about White Sands

What is the average home price in White Sands?

The median asking price in White Sands is $235,000, across 17 active MLS® listings as of August 13, 2026. The average asking price is $348,856. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in White Sands?

There are 17 active MLS® listings in White Sands as of August 13, 2026. 1 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in White Sands?

Homes currently listed in White Sands have been on the market an average of 95 days as of August 13, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

What types of homes are for sale in White Sands?

Of the 17 homes currently listed in White Sands, 47% vacant land, 35% detached houses.

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