Sell Your Home in Barnwell

Barnwell is a young, close-knit village on Highway 3, just 10 km west of Taber and about 44 km east of Lethbridge. It has grown from 771 residents in 2011 to 978 in 2021, and with a median age of just 25, it's a very family-centred community. 2% Realty helps Barnwell homeowners sell with full service from local REALTORS® and an MLS® listing, for a 2% total commission.*

Barnwell at a glance

• Population: 978 (2021 Census), in about 260 homes
• Location: on Highway 3, about 10 minutes from Taber and under an hour from Lethbridge
• School: Barnwell School (Early Learning to Grade 9, Horizon School Division). High schools and the Taber Health Centre are in nearby Taber.
• Community: parks and playgrounds, a public library and large residential lots
• History: first a CPR siding called Woodpecker, then Bountiful, then Barnwell, after a long-time railway employee. It was settled in the early 1900s by Latter-day Saint families.

Who buys in Barnwell

Barnwell's buyers are mostly young families. In 2021 about 90% of occupied homes were single-detached houses and the rest were semi-detached or row homes. Homes here tend to be large, and many have four or more bedrooms.

Buyers often already live in Taber or Lethbridge and want a village setting with a school close to home. Others are local families moving up to a bigger house. Because many Barnwell homes are similar in age and style, condition, finishes and the yard often decide which one sells first.

Tips for Barnwell sellers

• Count and show every bedroom. Families shop by bedroom count. Make sure basement bedrooms are measured and described accurately.
• Show the yard. Big lots with play space, gardens or room for a trailer stand out. They'll be front and centre in your photos.
• Time it with the school year. Many family buyers want to move in summer. Listing in spring gives them time to plan.

How 2% Realty helps

Your REALTOR® prices your home from recent sales in Barnwell and Taber, arranges professional photography, lists it on the MLS® System and REALTOR.ca, books showings and negotiates offers with you through closing. See how selling with 2% Realty works or our selling guide.

Frequently asked questions

Will Taber and Lethbridge buyers see my listing?

Yes. Your home goes on the MLS® System and REALTOR.ca, where buyers from Taber, Lethbridge and across Alberta search.

Should I finish my basement before selling?

Usually not. A big renovation rarely pays for itself just before a sale. Small repairs, paint and a deep clean usually give a better return. Your REALTOR® can advise on your home.

Is the commission negotiable?

Yes. All commissions are negotiable. The rate and services are set out in your listing agreement.

Nearby communities

We also help sellers in Taber, Vauxhall, Coaldale, Grassy Lake and across the MD of Taber. See all communities we serve, or call 403-360-2842, answered 24/7.

*2% total commission. All commissions are negotiable. Community data: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, and the public sources listed in our notes. 2 Percent Realty Inc. o/a 2% Realty, 469 40 St S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4M1 · 403-360-2842. MLS® and REALTOR® are trademarks controlled by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).