Why Alberta’s Migration Boom Makes Now the Perfect Time to Sell Your Home

by Chris Forsyth

Alberta’s Population is Surging

Alberta is experiencing one of the largest population booms in its history, and it’s directly impacting the Red Deer real estate market. According to Statistics Canada, Alberta saw record-breaking migration in 2022 and 2023, with more than 50,000 newcomers arriving in a single quarter.

While those peak levels have eased slightly, Alberta continues to gain tens of thousands of new residents every quarter, keeping demand for housing extremely strong.

This growth is being fueled by:

International immigration – Thousands of families are choosing Alberta as their new home.
Interprovincial migration – More buyers are leaving Ontario and British Columbia for affordable housing and opportunity in Alberta.

Where Are the Buyers Coming From?

Recent data highlights which provinces are sending the most people to Alberta:

Ontario: The largest contributor, with 4,000–5,000 people moving to Alberta every quarter in 2024.
British Columbia: A close second, adding 2,000–3,000 newcomers per quarter.
Prairie Neighbours (Saskatchewan & Manitoba): Consistent inflows of 500–1,000 each quarter.
Atlantic Canada & Quebec: Smaller numbers, but still positive inflows.

This steady movement makes Alberta one of the fastest-growing provinces in Canada and that’s creating a seller’s market in many communities.

What This Means for the Red Deer Real Estate Market

As thousands of people continue moving into Alberta, the demand for homes in Red Deer and Central Alberta is on the rise.

Here’s what homeowners need to know:

More Buyers = More Competition: Families arriving from Ontario and BC often find Red Deer’s home prices to be a bargain compared to their old markets.
Tight Rental Market: Many newcomers rent before buying, which increases demand across both rental and resale properties.
Upward Pressure on Prices: With limited housing supply, sellers in Red Deer are seeing stronger offers and quicker sales.

Why Now is the Right Time to Sell in Red Deer

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to sell your home, the current Alberta migration surge creates the perfect opportunity:

✅ High Demand: A growing pool of motivated buyers.
✅ Competitive Offers: Out-of-province buyers often bring larger budgets.
✅ Faster Sales: Homes in Red Deer are selling quickly thanks to limited inventory.
✅ Strong Market Conditions: Alberta remains more affordable than Ontario or BC, keeping demand high.

Alberta’s migration boom is reshaping our communities and creating an incredible opportunity for local homeowners. If you’re considering selling, the Red Deer real estate market in 2025 is one of the strongest seller’s markets in years.

📲 Ready to find out what your home is worth? Contact me today for a free home evaluation and let’s discuss how you can take advantage of today’s market.