If you’re trying to get a sense of the Fort McMurray real estate market, one of the most important indicators is inventory, especially when it comes to detached homes in the Urban Service Area. And right now, inventory levels are showing a clear story:
Many neighbourhoods do not have much for buyers to choose from.
Current Detached Home Inventory by Neighbourhood
(Urban Service Area, without condo fees. Information from Pillar 9 as of November 24, 2025)
What This Means for Buyers
“Most Fort McMurray neighbourhoods are sitting below ten detached homes for sale. Buyers have fewer options than they might expect.”
When buyers enter the Fort McMurray real estate market, they often assume there will be a wide selection of detached homes across every neighbourhood. This data shows the opposite. Several communities currently offer very limited choice.
Neighbourhoods such as Abasand, Dickinsfield, Prairie Creek, Stone Creek, Waterways, Wood Buffalo and Grayling Terrace all have fewer than ten detached homes available. If you are shopping in these areas, you may be competing with other buyers who are focused on the same few listings.
Communities like Eagle Ridge and Parsons Creek have slightly more selection but remain well below historic norms for this time of year.
The only neighbourhoods with broader options are Thickwood and Timberlea, which typically carry more volume and a wider variety of property types.
What This Means for Sellers
“Low inventory naturally creates stronger visibility for well priced and well presented homes.”
If you own a detached home in a neighbourhood with low inventory, your listing has a better chance of attracting attention quickly.
1. Less competition means your home stands out more
With fewer properties available, buyers focus faster and more seriously on the homes that do hit the market.
2. Buyers may move more quickly
When inventory is tight, buyers are often more decisive and intentional, especially in neighbourhoods they have been waiting to purchase in.
3. Values tend to remain steadier in low supply zones
Low supply supports pricing. Even when overall sales volumes shift, homes in tight inventory pockets often maintain consistent interest.
4. It may be a favourable time to test the market
If you have been thinking about selling, entering a market with limited competition can be advantageous.
Why Inventory Levels Matter in Fort McMurray
“Real estate in Fort McMurray is hyper local. Two streets apart can have completely different supply and demand conditions.”
Fort McMurray does not behave like Calgary, Edmonton or other large markets. Local neighbourhood supply, relocation patterns, industry employment and affordability all play big roles in shaping demand.
This is why understanding micro inventory is so important. A city wide number will never tell the full story.
Common Questions Buyers and Sellers Ask
How many detached homes are for sale in Fort McMurray right now?
Most neighbourhoods currently offer between four and fifteen detached homes, with only Thickwood and Timberlea showing larger inventory.
Is it a good time to sell my home in Fort McMurray?
If your neighbourhood has fewer than ten detached homes listed, you are entering the market with strong positioning. Low supply can mean more attention on your home.
Which neighbourhoods have the most inventory?
Thickwood and Timberlea, which makes sense, as these are larger areas.
Which neighbourhoods have the least?
Grayling Terrace, Prairie Creek, Waterways, Abasand and Stone Creek are all extremely low at the moment.
Final Thoughts: A Changing Market Needs Local Data
“If you want an accurate picture of your home’s value, you need neighbourhood level data, not city wide averages.”
Detached inventory is tightening across many areas of Fort McMurray. For both buyers and sellers, understanding these neighbourhood specific trends is key to making confident decisions.
If you would like a custom report for your street or neighbourhood, I would be happy to walk you through the numbers and explain how current inventory affects your property.
Curious about your home’s value or how competitive your area is today? Reach out anytime.
Written by Kate Arnold REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker United