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Devon, Alberta: A Hidden Gem in the Edmonton Real Estate Market

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      Nestled along the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, just 26 kilometers southwest of Edmonton, the town of Devon offers a compelling blend of small-town charm and big-city accessibility. For homebuyers seeking affordability, natural beauty, and a tight-knit community without sacrificing urban convenience, Devon's real estate market deserves serious consideration.   The Devon Advantage   Devon's location is arguably its strongest selling point. Commuters enjoy easy access to Edmonton via Highway 60, making it feasible to work in the city while retreating to a quieter environment at day's end. The town sits at the edge of the stunning Devonian Botanic Garden and the North Saskatchewan River valley, providing residents with immediate access to hiking trails, fishing spots, and outdoor recreation that would cost a premium in larger urban centers.   Housing Variety and Affordability   The Devon real estate market offers diverse housing options ...

The suburbs where the most homes are failing to sell at auction (Australia)

Outer-suburban auction markets have recorded the weakest results in Sydney and Melbourne as rate increases and a pullback by investors add to the house price slowdown.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/59xpxdxy  

Opinion: 'Granville Island' development doesn't belong in Rossdale (Edmonton)

It is ironic that on Tuesday, just two days after National Indigenous Peoples Day, there will be a public hearing in which city council will vote on rezoning Rossdale — an important cultural area for Indigenous peoples and a former burial site — for residential and commercial development of up to 15 storeys and which involves the city selling 10-plus acres of river valley land that is currently open space.   Read more: https://tinyurl.com/4h9jbse9  

Canadian inflation rate spikes to 3.2% on surging gas prices (Canada)

Canada’s inflation rate accelerated to 3.2 per cent in May, mainly driven by rising gasoline prices as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continued to cause supply uncertainty for the third straight month.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/mt45das6  

Nearly 100-year-old CIBC building for sale, branch moves to Edmonton's Ice District (Edmonton)

Few Edmonton buildings built before the Second World War still stand, and even fewer are being used for their original intent. The iconic stone and brick CIBC central branch on Jasper Avenue was one of them until recently.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/j5kmtvcw  

Nanton Council approves roadmap for town's future (High River)

Nanton Town Council has officially adopted its 2026-2029 Strategic Plan, setting priorities and goals that will guide municipal decision-making over the next four years .         Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3d7az7ee  

Why falling house prices won’t be an economic disaster (Australia)

When consumers feel richer, they’re also more likely to loosen the purse strings, according to conventional economic wisdom. And for most of the last three decades, the biggest source of household wealth – real estate – has been heading in one direction: up.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ymn6den5     

Alberta premier calls changes to Calgary noise bylaw the latest by ‘fun police’ (Calgary)

The Calgary Stampede is just weeks away, but a new noise bylaw is sparking debate over live music, with a festival owner’s grievances attracting the attention of Alberta’s premier and Canada’s Conservative leader.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/msmu4b3e  

High River growth plan ready for final open house (High River)

Residents will have the chance to see draft plans for future development in High River at an open house next week.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5yzhwbfz  

Granny flat demand surges across the state during ongoing housing crisis (Australia)

Queensland’s housing crisis is fuelling an unprecedented granny flat boom, with demand for secondary homes surging across the state.       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5fjray6b

Varcoe: Alberta to see solid economic growth amid turbulence this year, while new manufacturing and energy projects advance (Alberta)

Oil prices dropped this week, Canada is in a technical recession, and the trade outlook with the United States remains as bumpy as skateboarding down a dirt road marred by potholes.        Read more: https://tinyurl.com/3s5yb8dr  

Adelaide’s top suburb for house price growth over 10 years revealed (Australia)

We often hear people say: “If only I had a crystal ball, that’s what I would have done.”       Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ytkv3kjd