Here are the average house prices for houses in Canada by Province for December 2006 compared to the previous year (Listed first)

1. National Average
• $257,433
• $278,971
2. Alberta
• $236,909
• $321,167
3. B.C.
• $355,827
• $401,063
4. Manitoba
• $136,242
• $156,879
5. New Brunswick
• $114,734
• $126,599
6. Newfoundland
• $147,764
• $141,632
7. Northern Territories
• $263,000
• $310,813
8. Nova Scotia
• $152,055
• $165,007
9. Ontario
• $263,768
• $272,333
10. Quebec
• $194,005
• $202,277
11. Saskatchewan
• $122,534
• $146,165
12. Yukon
• $165,725
• $163,900

So the real estate market in Canada continues to rise with the national average up about 8.37%. The province of Alberta is up 35% on the same period last year. Ontario shows a lower than national average of 3.24% however this is reflected in most provinces due to the boom in Alberta. The best way to get the top price for your property is still to work with a recognized real estate agent in your area.

This months Canadian house prices are brought to you by Toronto condo specialist Franco Dinatale visit his site for Toronto condominiums information.