By Aaron Chalmers, Everyone’s REALTOR® & Fort McMurray Local Since 1989
The Home Team YMM | RE/MAX Connect

Thinking about buying a home in Fort McMurray? Curious about which neighbourhood fits your lifestyle? Or maybe you’re browsing homes for sale in Fort McMurray and want a clear picture of what each area has to offer?

Perfect, you’ve landed exactly where you need to be.

I created this guide to make your home search easier, clearer, and honestly… way more fun. As someone who has lived here since 1989, played on these trails, raised a family here, and helped many buyers find their perfect neighbourhood, I’m here to help you explore the city like a true local.

So grab a coffee, relax, and let’s take a friendly, informative tour of the amazing communities that make Fort McMurray such a great place to call home.

NORTH OF THE BRIDGE

(The energetic, family-focused side of town with incredible convenience)

Eagle Ridge

If Fort McMurray had a “most walkable” award, Eagle Ridge would win it. Restaurants, Landmark Cinemas, coffee shops, schools, grocery stores, everything is right there. The Birchwood Trails wrap around the area, making it perfect for families, dog walkers, and year-round outdoor lovers.

If you're searching for family-friendly communities or homes for sale in Eagle Ridge, you're looking at a top contender.

Stonecreek

Clean, modern, and convenient, that’s Stonecreek in a nutshell. With newer builds, attached garages, and quick access to shopping, it's perfect for people who love simple, easy living without giving up comfort or style.

Timberlea

Timberlea is one of the most versatile places in the city. Want a condo? A starter home? A fully loaded luxury property? Timberlea has all of it. With schools, parks, restaurants, and sports fields, it’s no surprise Timberlea is one of the most searched neighbourhoods for Fort McMurray real estate.

Parsons North

Parsons North is clean, modern, and full of fresh construction. Everything feels new and well-planned. If you love contemporary layouts, wide streets, and the idea of a new, growing community, this one's for you.

Dickinsfield

Dickinsfield offers that classic, “quiet neighbourhood with big trees and friendly neighbours” vibe. With bigger lots and an established feel, it’s great for buyers who appreciate character, space, and peaceful streets.

Thickwood

Thickwood feels like a nature-lover’s dream with the Birchwood Trails weaving through the community. Bigger yards, classic homes (many beautifully renovated), schools, coffee shops, it’s a great mix of convenience and outdoor adventure.

Wood Buffalo

Looking for cozy, scenic, “tucked away but close to everything”? Welcome to Wood Buffalo. This neighbourhood sits near the golf course, river valley, and beautiful trails. It’s charming, quiet, and perfect for families and first-time buyers.

CENTRAL FORT McMURRAY

(Walkable, convenient, and full of personality)

Downtown (Lower Townsite)

Downtown is where everything happens, the Snye, MacDonald Island Park, restaurants, riverfront trails, shops, and community events. With condos, apartments, and older single-family homes, it's ideal for professionals, investors, and buyers who want to be right in the heart of things.

Waterways

Waterways is historic, peaceful, and scenic. Known for its stunning river valley views and larger lots, this area is perfect if you love the idea of nature, privacy, and a laid-back atmosphere close to downtown.

Longboat Landing

Modern. Stylish. Scenic. Longboat Landing feels like its own little modern hub within the city. Townhomes, river views, walkable paths, what’s not to love? A favourite for young professionals and couples.

SOUTH OF THE BRIDGE

(Affordable, peaceful, scenic, and full of hidden gems)

Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill has undergone a major refresh with newer homes, revitalized streets, and a welcoming feel. Families love the parks, schools, and wide, quiet streets.

Abasand

If you love views, quiet surroundings, and newer builds, Abasand will catch your attention fast. It feels like a mountain-side community inside the city, with quick access to downtown and beautiful outdoor spaces.

Gregoire

Gregoire blends affordability and practicality. With easy access to the airport and major employers, it’s a top pick for first-time buyers, commuters, and investors looking for affordable homes for sale in Fort McMurray.

Grayling Terrace

One of the most underrated neighbourhoods in the city. Grayling Terrace is peaceful, cozy, and tucked just minutes from downtown. With scenic green spaces, playgrounds, and wildlife sightings, it’s perfect for families and anyone who wants a quiet life without venturing far from amenities.

Saline Creek

Saline Creek offers affordable family living, bigger lots, and quick, easy access to Highway 63, the airport, and tons of outdoor recreation. It’s a relaxed, family-oriented neighbourhood with real value.

Plus, investors love Saline Creek for its reliable rental demand and long-term potential.

Best for: Families, first-time buyers, and smart investors.

Gregoire Lake Estates (Just outside the city)

If lake life speaks to your soul, this is your spot. Large lots, quadding, boating, fishing, year-round fun, this community feels like a getaway without being far from Fort McMurray.

ACREAGE & COUNTRY LIVING

Saprae Creek Estates

Saprae Creek is the dream for anyone wanting space, privacy, and custom homes. Huge lots, trees, and Vista Ridge just down the road, it’s ideal for families and outdoor lovers who want quiet living close to the city.

Draper

Draper is the ultimate “room to breathe” neighbourhood. Acreages, workshops, multi-generational homes, privacy, and land. If you’re searching for acreages for sale near Fort McMurray, Draper is almost always at the top of the list.

Ready to Explore These Neighbourhoods in Person?

Every neighbourhood in Fort McMurray has something unique to offer, and one of them matches exactly where you’re at in life right now. Whether you're browsing starter homes, upgrading, downsizing, investing, or exploring acreage living, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

My team and I are here to help guide you, support your goals, and make your home-buying journey smooth, fun, and stress-free. We live here, we love it here, and we’d be honoured to help you find the neighbourhood that truly feels like home.