In the third quarter of 2022, a record number of people immigrated to Alberta. Within just three months, 53,582 net new Albertans moved to the province. As the cost of living continues to increase around the country, people are looking for more affordable real estate markets like Edmonton.

It’s no wonder why people are flocking to Edmonton and looking for some of the top Edmonton real estate agents to help them find their dream homes. I may be a little biased as a tried and true Edmontonian (and Oiler fan), but this city really is the crown jewel of Canada.

Today, I want to showcase Edmonton as the beautiful city that it is. Here are some reasons why you might want to call Edmonton your next home.

Location, Location, Location!

It’s hard to rank the top Edmonton real estate locations when every location feels like the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. In downtown Edmonton, you’ll find modern condos and historic lofts close to entertainment and business districts.

On the complete opposite end of the spectrum, you have acreages that trail between the line of urban life and natural beauty on the city’s outskirts and into nearby areas like St. Albert and Sherwood Park.

I love that Edmonton caters to a variety of different lifestyles and cultures! Whether you’re single, have a family, or live with a spouse – there’s a little bit of something for everyone.

Affordability

With single-family homes costing well over a million dollars in other major Canadian cities like Toronto and Vancouver – not to mention the significant cost of living in these areas – Edmonton remains an affordable and accessible real estate market. As of June 2023, the average selling price for a single-family detached home is $404,000.

Whether you’re looking for a large home to accommodate your growing family or want to buy your very first condo, there’s a home for every budget. Plus, when you have one of the top Edmonton real estate agents in your corner, becoming a homeowner is very much still a reality for the average Edmontonian!

Natural Beauty

Living in Alberta means that we’ve got easy access to gorgeous scenery pretty much anywhere we go! Surrounded by pristine nature, beautiful natural parks, and gorgeous prairie plains – our fair province does not disappoint. In Edmonton, we’ve got river valley parks within the city center and tranquil wildlife retreats on the edges of town. It isn’t hard to find peace and quiet to recharge outside!

Entertainment and Shopping

It’s hard to be bored in our beautiful city! Some might be surprised to learn that Edmonton has the largest mall in Canada, but Edmontonians know just how large and exciting West Edmonton Mall is. With 3,800,000 sq. ft. of retail space, it includes a waterpark, amusement park, skating rink, mini golf, and so much more!!

Edmonton is also known as Canada’s festival city. Here, a rich tapestry of parks, recreation centers, and annual events will keep you busy year-round.

Amazing Schools

For families, finding a neighbourhood with a good school is a key factor. Luckily, you don’t have to look hard to find plenty of top-rated schools for the kids to foster their passion, creativity, and knowledge.

And whether you have children poised to graduate high school soon or you’re looking to advance your own education, there are many reputable universities and secondary schools to consider, including the University of Alberta, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), MacEwan University, and Concordia University of Edmonton.

Employment Opportunities

In Edmonton, we have all kinds of collars—not just blue and white! There are many thriving industries like energy and healthcare. As the home of Alberta’s capital, there are also many federal and provincial government career opportunities.

Beyond that, there are a plethora of small businesses as well as plenty of tech startups to investigate if you’re looking for interesting employment opportunities!

Don’t Wait – Contact Jeneen Today!

If you’re considering making Edmonton your home, I’m ready to help you start the house hunting process! As one of the top Edmonton real estate agents, I’ve got deep roots in this community. I grew up here, and I’ll do what it takes to help you find your new dream property.

Contact Jeneen by phone at (780) 904-4240 or via email at jeneens@remax.net.