At One Percent Realty, we offer full real estate service while helping sellers reduce the amount they pay in commission fees. In terms of service, marketing, and exposure, we are comparable to traditional real estate brokerages. Your property is listed on MLS®, REALTOR.ca, and other major real estate websites. We provide professional marketing, signage (where permitted), showings, open houses, negotiation services, contract management, and guidance from listing to possession day. The difference is simple: you receive full professional service without paying unnecessarily high commissions.
511 1A Avenue, Brooks
2026-05-05
Quick Summary
- Location
- 511 1A Avenue, Brooks, Alberta T1R0H6
- Price
- $90,000
- Status:
- For Sale
- Property Type:
- Vacant Land
MLS®#A2307740
Property Description
Brooks, AB presents strong, near-term development opportunities for single-family construction driven by rapid supported by population growth, aggressive municipal incentives, and a sharp rebound in housing starts. Brooks Is Now a High-Potential Market for Single-Family BuildersBrooks is experiencing its biggest housing boom in 20 years, fuelled by a combination of population growth, rising rents, and builder-friendly incentives. These conditions create a rare window where small-city fundamentals align with big-city demand pressures.Rapid population growth â 15.5% over five years and 3.4% year-over-year in 2025, signalling sustained demand for new housing. Rents up ~33% over two years, indicating a supply shortage and strong absorption potential for new builds. Housing starts surged to 94 in 2025, up from 74 in 2024 (+27%), ranking Brooks 7th provincially. Attracted developers from Calgary and other larger centres. Development Opportunities for Single-Family Construction1. Build-to-Sell Single-Family Homes in Undersupplied SegmentsWith rents and population rising, Brooks has a backlog of households living in overcrowded or temporary accommodations. Single-family homes priced in the entry-level to mid-range bracket are likely to see strong demand.Average home prices in Brooks sit around $452,595, with newly built homes averaging $308,140 â showing room for competitive new construction. 3. Small-Lot Single-Detached or Duplex ConstructionBrooks has seen a surge in row and duplex starts (row starts up 230.8% year-over-year). This indicates:Strong demand for compact, affordable ownership optionsA market receptive to higher-density single-family formats4. Targeted Development Near High-Demand NeighbourhoodsHighlights neighbourhood-level activity and fast-selling pockets.Builders can leverage these insights to position new single-family product where absorption is strongest. Entry-level single-family homes. High rents + population growth. Re nts +33%, population +15.5Lower land + permit costs. Strong demand for affordable ownership. Note Owner is a Licensed Real Estate Agent, Calgary Real Estate Board. (id:32467)
Property Features
Ammenities Near By
- Ammenities Near By: Schools, Shopping
Building
- Fireplace: No
Features
- Feature: See remarks, Back lane, Gravel lane
Land
- Land Size: 6000 sqft|4,051 - 7,250 sqft
Ownership
- Type: Freehold
Zoning
- Description: FUD
Information entered by RE/MAX Landan Real Estate
Listing information last updated on: 2026-06-27 20:31:00
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How much could you save in commission selling with One Percent Realty?
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$500,000
Your One Percent Realty Commission savings†
$500,000
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Savings calculated using One Percent Realty's posted commission rates compared to another agent charging
7% on the first 100k & 3% on the balance + GST. Not all agents charge the same.
One Percent Realty's top FAQs
For residential properties priced at $500,000 and under, we charge a flat fee of $5,000 plus GST. For residential properties over $500,000, we charge 1% of the sale price plus GST. The seller decides what they wish to offer the buyer’s agent, starting with an equal commission of 1%. For commercial properties, farms, or development opportunities, please contact us directly for a customized consultation.
Yes. Your property receives full MLS® exposure and appears on REALTOR.ca just like listings from traditional brokerages.
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