Edmonton Community Spotlight: Strathearn in Southeast Central Edmonton

Located near the south banks of the North Saskatchewan River Valley, Strathearn is a historic community celebrated for its quiet, tree-lined streets, picturesque views, beautiful homes and proximity to the downtown core. First established in the early 1900s, this highly sought-after area offers the distinct character and charm that only Edmonton’s most mature riverside neighbourhoods can provide.

Did you know? “Strathearn” is a Scottish term meaning “the valley of the river Earn” or “the valley of the Irish.” Though unconfirmed, Strathearn is thought to take its name from Prince Arthur, the first Duke of Connaught and Strathearn (U.K) and Canada’s Governor-General at the beginning of WWI.

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Formerly a part of the City of Strathcona, Strathearn was annexed by the greater City of Edmonton in 1912. However, despite Strathearn’s lengthy history, residential development didn’t take hold until the mid to late 1940s. As such, the neighbourhood includes several mid-century bungalows and two-storey homes on large lots – most of which offer plenty of character and recent upgrades (new appliances and systems, upgraded countertops, cabinetry and flooring, and more).

It was also during the mid-1900s that Strathearn saw an increasing number of low-rise condos. Following single-family homes, these apartment-style condos are the predominant home style within Strathearn, making it an ideal location for first-time buyers and working professionals who want to stay close to city center. Though many of these multi-family developments are older, they too feature a wealth of modern upgrades, with prices starting as low as the mid 100s.

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Infill homes, both single-family and semi-detached homes, are also prevalent throughout the area. This is because many of Strathearn’s former properties have given way to contemporary housing options – offering home buyers the best of both worlds when it comes to modern living in one of Edmonton’s oldest neighbourhoods.

Average Listing Price: $591,000

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Did you know? Two of Strathearn’s original landowners included W. Bird, builder of one of Edmonton’s first water-powered grain mills and J. McKernan, Edmonton’s first telegraph operator.

Abundant Amenities 

Thanks to its formidable location near downtown Edmonton and the river valley, Strathearn remains one of the most amenity-rich neighbourhoods in the capital region. In addition to a local commercial complex featuring a convenience store, restaurants and several services, Strathearn sits within less than 10-minutes’ drive of Edmonton City Centre mall, Bonnie Doon Shopping Centre and the many boutique shops, services, restaurants and pubs located along trendy Jasper Ave.

Other popular amenities in and around Strathearn include:

• Art Gallery of Alberta
• Capilano Mall
• Citadel Theatre
• Edmonton Convention Centre
• Edmonton Downtown Farmer’s Market
• Rogers Place
• Royal Alberta Museum
• Winspear Centre
• Winston Churchill Square

Did you know? Edmonton’s Downtown Farmers Market wasn’t always known as such. Established in 1903, the Rice Street Market was overseen by what was then known as the Town of Edmonton council. As such, the market has remained a regular weekend shopping destination for Edmontonians for over 100 years and counting.  

The Best in Parks, Green Space and Recreation

Besides the broad network of walking trails and bike paths of the nearby river valley, Strathearn residents enjoy having some of Edmonton’s best recreation venues at their doorsteps. These include accessibility to some of the city’s most famous hidden gems (i.e. Accidental Beach and the 100th Street Funicular) and famous attractions such as the Muttart Conservatory and the Edmonton Ski Club.

Other recreational amenities near Strathearn include:

• Alberta Legislature Grounds
• Bonnie Doon Leisure Centre
• Don Wheaton Family YMCA
• Forest Heights Park
• Gallagher Park
• Henrietta Muir Edwards Park
• Kinsmen Park
• Kinsmen Pitch and Putt
• Kinsmen Sports Centre
• Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
• Mill Creek Ravine
• Nellie McClung Park
• Riverside Golf Course
• Royal Glenora Club
• Royal Mayfair Golf Club
• Stollery Children’s Hospital 
• Strathearn Community League
• University of Alberta Hospital 
• Victoria Golf Course
• And more!

Did you know? Strathearn is also home to the famed Strathearn Art Walk, an annual art and music festival celebrating local emerging artists.

Strathearn Schools 

Ideal for families, Strathearn sits within close proximity to a number of different schools, providing academic opportunities for every age, stage and learning ability. In addition to several public and Catholic schools in the surrounding communities, Strathearn is home to a local francophone school, which provides French-immersive education to students aged kindergarten to grade 12.

Designated Public Schools:

• Holyrood School (Designated Grade K-6 School)
• Rutherford School (Designated Grade K-6 School)
• Kenilworth School (Designated Grade 7-9 School)
• McNally School (Designated Grade 10-12 School)

Designated Catholic Schools:

• St. Monica Catholic School (Designated Grade K-6 School)
• St. Brendan Catholic School (Designated Grade K-9 School)
• Austin O’Brien Catholic School (Designated Grade 10-12 School)

Other:

• École Gabrielle-Roy
• Vimy Ridge Academy
• University of Alberta 
• The Waldorf Independent School of Edmonton

Did you know? Named after Alexander Cameron Rutherford, Alberta’s first premier, Rutherford School remains one of Edmonton’s oldest schools (est. 1911).

Minutes Away From Downtown Edmonton 

Strathearn is a triangular-shaped community, defined by Connors Road to the southwest, Strathearn Drive to the north and 85th Street to the east. Residents of this Southeast Central neighbourhood can easily reach downtown in less than 10 minutes, while nearby 98th Ave provides access to greater Southeast Edmonton via 75th Street/Wayne Gretzky Drive (Yellowhead Trail and Whitemud Drive) and Baseline Road. Bordering 85th Street also intersects with 82nd (Whyte) Ave, Edmonton’s vibrant arts and culture district.

Public transportation is considered extremely good in Strathearn, with several stops located throughout the area. Edmonton’s Central LRT Station can also be reached in less than 6-minutes via car or transit.

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Related: 

• Edmonton Community Spotlight: Cloverdale in Southeast Central Edmonton
• Edmonton Community Spotlight: Riverdale in Central Edmonton
• 5 Great Affordable Neighbourhoods in Southeast Edmonton

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This post was written by Terry Paranych Real Estate Group