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Alberta has $00 provincial land transfer tax. Edmonton homebuyers keep thousands more at closing compared to Ontario or BC buyers — at every price point.
Get $120 with KOHO — Code BREMO2026Alberta charges no provincial land transfer tax on any home purchase. First-time buyer, move-up buyer, or investor — the provincial LTT bill is $00 in Edmonton.
Edmonton is Alberta's capital city and home to the University of Alberta, a major government and public sector employer, and a growing technology and healthcare economy. The city spans a large geographic footprint with diverse neighbourhoods from the historic river valley communities to newer developments in the southwest and north. Edmonton's real estate market offers some of the most affordable housing among major Canadian cities.
Alberta's $00 provincial land transfer tax is a major financial advantage for Edmonton buyers. On a $450,000 Edmonton home, an Ontario buyer would face approximately $5,975 in provincial LTT. Edmonton buyers keep that money entirely. Alberta's land title transfer fees on a $450,000 home are approximately $360 for title registration and $400 for mortgage registration — totalling under $800.
Edmonton's benchmark detached home price sits around $450,000–$500,000 as of early 2026. The city has seen steady in-migration, particularly from Ontario and BC, driven by Alberta's favourable tax environment. Communities like Windermere, Glenridding Ravine, Chappelle, and Keswick Landing are among the fastest-growing areas. Edmonton is also home to ATB Financial's headquarters — Alberta's provincially owned bank that offers competitive mortgage rates.
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