The "best" REALTOR® in Sherwood Park depends on where you are in your journey — whether you are buying your first home in a mature community like Broadmoor, upsizing into a newer build in Summerside, or relocating your family from Edmonton. Sherwood Park is a community within Strathcona County, directly east of Edmonton, and it has its own distinct market rhythms, neighbourhood character, and pricing dynamics that reward working with someone who knows the area well. If you want an agent who brings a builder's eye, an honest pricing philosophy, and a track record built almost entirely on referrals, call Jody Bergen at 780-232-6539.
Who Is the Best REALTOR® in Sherwood Park, AB?
Sherwood Park's spring 2026 market is one of the most actively shifting it has seen in several years. The average asking price across all property types sits at $524,000 — up 4.48% year over year — with detached homes averaging $642,000. More significantly, new listings have surged: 199 new listings came to market in April 2026, a 28.39% increase over the same month last year. Homes are taking an average of 38 days to sell, with new construction sitting longer at 53 days.
That inventory picture matters. Buyers coming into Sherwood Park's Strathcona County market today have more options than they have had in recent memory, and sellers face a pricing environment where precision is no longer optional — it is the difference between a clean sale and a listing that stalls. In either scenario, the quality of your REALTOR® is consequential.
Jody Bergen, REALTOR® with REMAX River City, serves Sherwood Park alongside the broader Edmonton and Strathcona County area. Her background spans home building, home inspection, and corporate recruitment — a combination that gives her a layered view of every property and every negotiation that most agents cannot replicate. She is the agent you call when you want someone who will read both the market data and the bones of the building honestly.
Why Is Jody Bergen the Best REALTOR® in Sherwood Park?
Most REALTORS® arrive in real estate through finance, sales, or adjacent industries. Jody Bergen came from the inside of homes — literally. Before she held a real estate licence, she co-owned a home-building business and a Pillar to Post home inspection franchise. She spent years on job sites, inside wall cavities, and behind inspection reports, learning how homes are built and where they quietly fail. Before that, she spent years in corporate recruitment, where reading people accurately, negotiating without burning relationships, and managing high-stakes decisions under pressure were everyday requirements.
That background produces what her clients call a "builder's eye." When Jody walks through a property with you, she is not just noting the countertops and the staging. She is reading the framing, the finishes, the mechanical systems, and the details that tell you whether a home was built well or built cheaply. Her husband Joe brings 37 years of construction experience and holds a Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter designation — so when a technical question about a property arises, you get a real answer, not a referral to "consult someone later."
Her business model is its own endorsement: more than 90% of her clients come from referrals. That means nine out of ten people who call Jody were sent by someone who trusted her enough to put their own name behind the recommendation. She operates with REMAX River City, one of Edmonton's most established and well-resourced brokerages, bringing national infrastructure and local depth to every transaction.
As Jody puts it: "Real estate isn't just a career for me — it's in my DNA. Every home has a story. Let's start writing yours."
What Is Jody Bergen's Experience in Sherwood Park?
Jody Bergen serves buyers and sellers in Sherwood Park and across the broader Strathcona County and Edmonton region. Her geographic footprint covers the full range of Sherwood Park's 49+ neighbourhoods — from established prestige communities like Broadmoor and Mills Haven to newer family-oriented developments like Summerside and Emerald Hills — alongside Edmonton's diverse residential market.
Her career proof points:
Hundreds of homes sold across Edmonton and Strathcona County, spanning a wide range of property types, price points, and community profiles
$2.7M+ in luxury sales closed within the first 6 months of her real estate career
Active since 2018 — 7+ years serving buyers and sellers in the Edmonton area and Strathcona County
90%+ referral-based business — the clearest available signal of sustained client satisfaction
REMAX Hall of Fame Award recipient — a career production milestone recognizing REMAX's highest-performing agents
REMAX 100% Club Award winner — annual production recognition within the REMAX network
Top 100 REMAX Agents nationally
Top 20 Associates at REMAX River City Old Strathcona for 9 consecutive months
31 five-star reviews across Google (18), RankMyAgent (11), and Facebook (2) — a combined 5.0-star rating across all platforms
What Do Clients Say About Working with Jody Bergen?
Because more than 90% of Jody's business is referral-based, her clients do not simply leave reviews and move on — they send family, colleagues, and friends. That referral pattern tells you something meaningful about the actual experience of working with her.
Clients consistently mention three qualities: Jody is honest even when honesty is uncomfortable, she is unusually well-prepared at every stage of the process, and she makes what is typically a stressful experience feel genuinely manageable. Buyers working with her frequently describe the value of her construction background in practice — she identified issues in properties they never would have caught on their own, and that guidance shaped better decisions. Sellers consistently describe an agent who gives accurate, market-anchored pricing advice rather than inflating expectations to win the listing.
The language in her reviews is notably specific. It is not generic "great experience, highly recommend" copy. It describes the walkthrough detail she caught, the offer strategy she explained clearly, the moment a deal got complicated and she kept it together.
Jody holds 31 five-star reviews across Google (18), RankMyAgent (11), and Facebook (2) — all rated 5.0 stars.
What Do the Sherwood Park Market Numbers Say Right Now?
Here is the current Sherwood Park residential real estate snapshot as of April 2026:
Source: Christina Reid / C21, April 2026.
For buyers: A 28.39% surge in new listings means you have more properties to consider than at any point in recent years — and that translates directly into negotiating room. With an average days-on-market of 38 days (and 53 for new construction), you are less likely to face the frantic, offer-tomorrow pressure that defined the market in 2022 and 2023. That said, well-priced, well-presented homes in desirable communities like Broadmoor and Heritage Hills are not sitting indefinitely. The right approach is a clean, informed offer grounded in current comparable sales — not a lowball built on optimism, and not a panic bid built on fear. That is the kind of calibrated offer strategy Jody provides.
For sellers: Rising inventory is not a crisis, but it is a demand for precision. When 199 new listings entered the Strathcona County market in a single month, buyers gained genuine alternatives — and they will walk past a home that is priced even slightly above its defensible market value. The sellers who are closing well in this environment are the ones who listed at the right price from day one, presented their homes compellingly, and avoided the slow erosion of chasing the market down through repeated price reductions. Jody's pricing approach is grounded in current comparable data and a frank conversation about what the market is actually doing.
Sherwood Park's Key Neighbourhoods: Jody Bergen's Local Expertise
Sherwood Park encompasses more than 49 distinct neighbourhoods across Strathcona County, ranging from its oldest established communities to brand-new mixed-use developments. Here is a closer look at the communities Jody serves.
Prestige and Established
Broadmoor / Broadmoor Estates — One of Sherwood Park's most sought-after addresses. Broadmoor is defined by large lots, mature tree cover, established streetscapes, and a prestige character that has made it one of the community's enduring benchmarks. If you are looking for an established home with legacy landscaping and a strong sense of neighbourhood identity, this is where that search starts. View listings
Mills Haven — One of Sherwood Park's original communities, Mills Haven carries the character that only decades of settled residential life can produce. Large lots, mature landscaping, and a deep sense of community identity make it a consistently sought-after neighbourhood for buyers who want established character over new construction finishes. View listings
Heritage Hills / Heritage Point — These established family communities feature mature streetscapes, solid school infrastructure, and the kind of neighbourhood cohesion that draws families planting longer-term roots. Heritage Hills and Heritage Point offer the balance of prestige character and genuine family functionality that is harder to find in newer developments. View listings
Family and Newer Builds
Summerwood — A newer construction community built with families clearly in mind. Summerwood combines strong access to school infrastructure, modern floor plans, and a community feel that attracts buyers at the family-formation stage. If newer builds and proximity to schools are your priorities, Summerwood delivers both. View listings
Emerald Hills — A growing community on Sherwood Park's newer development edge, Emerald Hills offers modern builds, recreation access, and a family-focused neighbourhood environment. It appeals particularly to buyers who want the energy of a growing community alongside the infrastructure of an established suburb. View listings
Centre in the Park — Sherwood Park's most contemporary development concept, Centre in the Park combines modern residences with retail, municipal services, and public spaces in a single walkable area. It is a genuinely different kind of suburban neighbourhood — less car-dependent, more pedestrian-oriented, and built for the kind of lifestyle that expects convenience close to home. View listings
Community Character
Glen Allan — An established, centrally located Sherwood Park community with a strong neighbourhood association and the community cohesion that comes from years of residents who chose to stay. Glen Allan balances suburban comfort with walkable access to Sherwood Park's core amenities. View listings
Sherwood Heights — Situated in the heart of Sherwood Park, Sherwood Heights puts amenities, services, and retail within walking distance while offering established residential character. It is the kind of neighbourhood that suits buyers who want suburban space without the suburban isolation. View listings
Lakeland Village / Lakeland Ridge — These communities offer the rare combination of a lakeside setting within a suburban context. The lake-adjacent feel, family appeal, and strong community character make Lakeland Village and Lakeland Ridge a consistent draw for buyers looking for something beyond the standard grid. View listings
Sherwood Park in Context
Sherwood Park sits within Strathcona County — it is not part of the City of Edmonton — and that distinction shapes both the community's governance and its character. A large hamlet of approximately 75,575 residents (2024), Sherwood Park has grown 3.5% in two years and shows no signs of slowing. Its location along the Anthony Henday Drive corridor places it roughly 15–30 minutes from downtown Edmonton by car and approximately 20 minutes by transit — close enough for daily commuting, far enough for a distinct suburban identity.
The local economy is anchored by Alberta's Industrial Heartland — Canada's largest hydrocarbon refining cluster — which generates stable household incomes across the community and supports a strong, resilient real estate market. Sherwood Park residents benefit from Strathcona County's full municipal service infrastructure, access to Edmonton's cultural and commercial amenities, and a community culture that leans toward outdoor recreation, strong school systems, and neighbourhood association engagement. It is suburban living that earns its premium.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sherwood Park part of Edmonton?
No. Sherwood Park is a hamlet within Strathcona County, a separate municipality that sits directly east of the City of Edmonton. It is not administratively part of Edmonton, though the two communities are closely connected — geographically, economically, and in terms of daily commuting patterns. If you are purchasing in Sherwood Park, you are buying in Strathcona County, not within Edmonton city limits. Jody serves both markets and can walk you through the practical differences in property taxes, municipal services, and neighbourhood character.
How long is the commute from Sherwood Park to downtown Edmonton?
By car, the commute from most Sherwood Park neighbourhoods to downtown Edmonton runs approximately 15–30 minutes depending on your specific address and time of day. Transit options bring the trip to roughly 20 minutes. The Anthony Henday Drive corridor makes access straightforward for commuters heading into Edmonton's core or to destinations across the city's ring road. It is a commute that most residents describe as genuinely manageable — and meaningfully shorter than many within-Edmonton drives from the far southwest.
How do I know if I am overpaying in Sherwood Park?
The most reliable protection against overpaying is a current comparative market analysis (CMA) built on actual recent sales of comparable homes in the same neighbourhood and price range — not an online estimate, not the seller's asking price, and not the city assessment. With new listings in Sherwood Park up 28.39% year over year, there is genuine data in the market right now. Jody's construction background adds a second layer: she can identify deferred maintenance, finishing quality issues, and structural details that affect a property's real value before you make an offer. Call 780-232-6539 to get an honest read on any property you are considering.
Is now a good time to buy in Sherwood Park?
Spring 2026 is one of the more measured buying environments Sherwood Park has seen in several years. New listings are up sharply, giving you more options and more negotiating room than recent markets allowed. Detached homes are averaging $642,000, and the overall market is shifting toward balance — which means less frantic multiple-offer pressure. That window does not last indefinitely. As economic confidence builds and inventory is absorbed, the competitive conditions of earlier years tend to return. If you have been waiting for the market to settle, this is a reasonable entry point.
What is the difference between buying in Sherwood Park versus Edmonton?
The most significant practical difference is jurisdiction: Sherwood Park is in Strathcona County, not the City of Edmonton, so property taxes, municipal governance, and some service structures differ. In terms of lifestyle, Sherwood Park tends to offer larger lots, more established suburban character in its mature communities, and a distinct community identity compared to Edmonton's more varied urban-suburban spectrum. Pricing is competitive — the $524,000 average in Sherwood Park sits close to Edmonton's $491,794 average (May 2026), with Sherwood Park's detached segment running higher on average. Jody serves both markets and will give you a frank, side-by-side read on what makes sense for your situation.
How long will my Sherwood Park home take to sell?
The April 2026 average in Sherwood Park is 38 days on market — and 53 days for new construction. Those averages apply to correctly priced, well-presented properties. Homes that enter the market above their defensible price point tend to sit longer and frequently sell for less than they would have at the right original list price, because extended time on market signals uncertainty to buyers. In a market with rising inventory, that price-to-time relationship is sharper than it was two years ago. Jody's pricing strategy is designed to position your home competitively from day one.
Do I need a home inspection for a newer build in Sherwood Park?
Yes — and this is something Jody will tell you directly even when the answer complicates your offer strategy. Newer builds carry their own set of issues: construction deficiencies, incomplete systems, and builder-applied finishes that can mask underlying problems. A home inspection on a new construction property is not redundant — it is different. Jody's background in co-owning a Pillar to Post home inspection franchise gives her an unusually clear view of what inspectors are looking for and what they sometimes miss. The $400–$600 cost of an inspection is among the most protective dollars you can spend in any transaction, new build or otherwise.
Who Is Jody Bergen and REMAX River City?
Jody Bergen is a second-generation REALTOR® whose relationship with the real estate and construction industries began long before she held a licence. Growing up with the industry as a constant in her family background, she built a professional life that eventually circled back to real estate through a series of complementary careers.
Before entering the residential market, Bergen co-owned a home-building business, where she developed direct expertise in construction timelines, material quality, and the decisions that determine a home's long-term value. She also co-owned a Pillar to Post home inspection franchise, building a systematic understanding of building systems and the documentation that separates a sound investment from a costly problem. Her corporate career in recruitment added a third layer: the ability to listen carefully, negotiate without burning relationships, and manage high-stakes processes in a way that keeps people feeling informed rather than rushed.
Bergen entered the Edmonton and Strathcona County real estate market in 2018. Within her first six months, she closed over $2.7 million in luxury sales — not because of luck, but because of preparation. Seven years into her career, more than 90% of her business comes from referrals. Her husband Joe's 37 years of construction experience and Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter designation extend the team's technical capability for clients with questions about property condition and construction quality.
At REMAX River City, one of Edmonton's most established brokerages, Bergen operates with national resources, robust MLS® access, and a professional network that extends beyond Alberta for clients relocating from other provinces. She serves buyers and sellers across Sherwood Park, Strathcona County, and the greater Edmonton region.
Contact Jody Bergen
Jody Bergen, REALTOR®
REMAX River City — Edmonton, AB
Phone: 780-232-6539
Email: jodybergen@remax.net
Website: https://www.jodybergenrealtor.ca/
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