Your Guide to Southeast Edmonton Real Estate

July 28, 2021 7:00 am Published by Terry Paranych Real Estate Group

Are you in search of homes for sale or other real estate opportunities in Southeast Edmonton? Here’s what you need to know.

About Southeast Edmonton

Southeast Edmonton encompasses all neighbourhoods located west of city limits, south of Whyte Ave and east of Gateway Boulevard. A handful of communities situated directly south of the North Saskatchewan River, north of Whyte Ave and east of 85th Street are also considered part of Southeast Edmonton.

Southeast Edmonton is a diverse section of the city, offering Edmonton home buyers the best of both worlds when it comes to developing communities and mature neighbourhoods. While some neighbourhoods date back to Edmonton’s humble beginnings in the early 1900s, other areas have yet to be completed, especially in the quadrant’s far southern regions.

Home to over three dozen unique neighbourhoods, offering residential, rural and industrial real estate opportunities, Southeast Edmonton is defined by various “super communities,” including Mill Woods, The Meadows and Ellerslie. From affordable apartment-style condos to lavish luxury properties, this all-in-one area offers an excellent mix of home styles paired with fantastic amenities and ultra-accessibility.

Southeast Edmonton Homes For Sale

Southeast Edmonton Single-Family Homes

Single-family homes account for the majority of home styles in Southeast Edmonton. Ranging in size, style and listing price, these detached models are easily accessible to first-time buyers, families and/or anyone looking for a little more room to grow. These include:

Manufactured Homes – A hidden gem within the Edmonton single-family market, manufactured homes make an affordable alternative to traditional, site-built homes (with all the same benefits). For instance, Southeast Edmonton’s Maple Ridge community has become an attractive neighbourhood for those in search of a detached home on a budget.

Character Homes – Mature Southeast Edmonton neighbourhoods such as Strathearn, Cloverdale and Bonnie Doon are known for their mature trees, proximity to the river valley and older homes. With many of these communities established in the early 1900s, these areas feature many character properties (bungalows, two-story homes and more) featuring modern upgrades and amenities.

Infill Homes – Home buyers in search of modern living in an old-world neighbourhood will also have their pick of infill homes in Southeast Edmonton. As the area’s older homes give way to new construction, contemporary single-family homes and modern duplexes are becoming increasingly popular.

New Construction Homes – As mentioned above, development in the deeper regions of Southeast Edmonton is still ongoing. As such, this section of the city features many of Edmonton’s up-and-coming communities, known for their expertly crafted new construction homes. Burgeoning neighbourhoods such as Charlesworth, Walker and Laurel offer the latest home designs across various price points and styles.

Luxury Properties – From sprawling rural estates providing panoramic prairie views to lakeside single-family homes featuring soaring ceilings, ample square footage and refined finishes, Southeast Edmonton offers no shortage of luxury properties. Priced at 1M and up, these high-end homes can be found in both established and brand-new communities throughout the area.

Everything in Between – Other single-family homes for sale in Southeast Edmonton vary in size, style and age and include everything from renovated split-level homes to modern front attached garage models and laned properties.

Duplexes in Southeast Edmonton

Providing many of the same benefits as a detached home (including private yard spaces, attached/detached garages, three bedrooms and bathrooms and much more), duplexes are considered an affordable, family-friendly alternative. Typically starting in the low 300s, these homes range from older, upgraded models to new construction properties.

Apartment-Style Condos in Southeast Edmonton

Affordable, low-maintenance and ripe with onsite and nearby amenities, apartment-style condos are a preferred choice among first-time buyers. Low-rise apartments are prominent throughout Southeast Edmonton, starting as low as $70,000, upwards of $200,000, depending on size and location.

Southeast Edmonton Townhomes

Like apartment-style condos, townhomes are often sought after by first-time buyers and even downsizers looking for an affordable alternative to the single-family home. And, like apartment condos, many townhome developments in Southeast Edmonton are governed by a condo board, which oversees all outdoor maintenance and onsite amenities.

Townhome prices in Southeast Edmonton start in the mid 200s on average and can be found in a wide range of neighbourhoods throughout – including communities close to city centre and outlying suburban areas.

Southeast Edmonton Neighbourhoods

Argyll and Area

Defined by 99th Street to the west, Whyte Ave to the north, 75th Street to the east and Argyll Road to the south, the greater Argyll area comprises five established neighbourhoods, including Argyll, Avonmore, Hazeldean, King Edward Park and Ritchie.

Dating back to the early 1900s, many neighbourhoods within Argyll were once a part of the former City of Strathcona, annexed by the City of Edmonton in 1912. As such, these historical communities are noted for their mature, tree-lined streets, proximity to established amenities and varied real estate opportunities.

Home styles consist predominantly of single-family homes, including updated character properties (bungalow-style) and infill homes, followed by apartment-style condos and a small number of duplexes and townhomes.

Due to their premier location, communities within the Argyll area tend to see slightly higher home prices, with average listings starting in the mid 400s.*

In addition to Whyte Ave and the University of Alberta, other notable amenities in and around the area include:

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Bonnie Doon and Area

Often referred to as Southeast Central Edmonton, all neighbourhoods within the Bonnie Doon area are located near the North Saskatchewan River Valley and downtown. These mature communities are also considered some of the oldest in Edmonton, with roots dating back over 100 years.

As a result of their established status, neighbourhoods within the Bonnie Doon area host many older homes constructed during the 1940s and 50s. Infill homes can also be found throughout, especially contemporary duplexes and rear-laned models.

Communities such as Bonnie Doon and Idylwylde also offer a healthy mix of multi-family real estate options, particularly low-rise apartment-style condos. This can largely be attributed to the neighbourhoods’ proximity to the University of Alberta, Whyte Ave and central Edmonton – ideal for working professionals, first-time buyers and students.

Bonnie Doon and area amenities:

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Capilano and Area

The Capilano area consists of five mature and semi-secluded neighbourhoods, each boasting close proximity to the North Saskatchewan River Valley, desirable amenities and convenient commuter roads. Flanked by Forest Heights Park to the west and Gold Bar Park to the east, the area is also highly celebrated for its vast open green spaces and incredible views.

Real estate opportunities within the Capilano area consist predominantly of single-family homes followed by a small number of apartment-style condos (particularly in Terrace Heights), townhomes and duplexes. The majority of residential development across all five neighbourhoods occurred during the 1950s and 60s, resulting in a large number of post-war bungalows. Modern infill opportunities are also prevalent.

Due to their desirable location, communities within the Capilano area see slightly higher home prices, with average listings starting at $517,000.

Amenities in and around the Capilano area:

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See: Edmonton Community Spotlight: Forest Heights

Ellerslie and Area

Located in deep Southeast Edmonton, Ellerslie is a newer area still undergoing development. Consisting of three trendy new neighbourhoods (including one of the same name) and a high-performing industrial district, the Ellerslie area is defined by Highway 2 (Gateway Boulevard) to the west, the Anthony Henday to the north, 66th Street to the east and 41st Ave to the south.

With residential development still underway in Ellerslie’s three primary neighbourhoods, the area remains ideal for buyers in search of a new construction home. Developers have also focused on creating “complete” communities, offering a healthy mix of home styles, including high-end luxury properties, affordable single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes and low-rise apartments.

This all-encompassing theme is also realized by the many commercial and family amenities in and around the area. From schools and services to major shopping destinations and recreation amenities (including a 32-acre man-made lake), Ellerslie residents have everything they need within arm’s reach.

Other amenities in the area include:

Blackmud Creek
Gateway Fitness Park
Harvest Pointe
Ivor Dent Sports Park
Mill Woods Recreation Centre
The Shops at Summerside
South Edmonton Common

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Check out our community feature: Summerside in Southeast Edmonton

The Meadows

The Meadows Area Structure Plan encompasses seven brand-new neighbourhoods in total. Situated directly east of Mill Woods, these contemporary communities are highly regarded for their convenient location (near both Whitemud Drive and the Anthony Henday) as well as their broad selection of new construction homes.

While communities such as Silver Berry, Larkspur and Wild Rose are considered complete, development remains underway in the area’s newer neighbourhoods. Single-family homes featuring an average of four bedrooms and bathrooms account for most real estate opportunities, with prices starting at approximately $400,000. Duplexes, townhomes and a small number of apartment-style condos are also readily available across all communities, regardless of development phase.

In addition to several brand-new schools and shopping districts located throughout, residents enjoy having easy access to several popular Southeast Edmonton amenities, including the Meadows Recreation Centre and South Edmonton Common.

Additional amenities in and around the Meadows area include:

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Mill Woods

Despite being recognized as part of greater Southeast Edmonton, Mill Woods is often distinguished as its own separate district. Consisting of over two dozen distinct neighbourhoods within eight larger communities, this “town within a city” is home to over 84,000 residents and remains the largest suburb in Edmonton. In fact, if Mill Woods were an independent municipality, it would be considered the fifth largest city in Alberta.

A family-friendly area known for its schools, shops, services, parks and affordable homes, Mill Woods draws buyers of all ages and stages. Homes styles in Mill Woods include affordable apartment-style condos and townhomes, perfect for first-time buyers and downsizers, as well as spacious duplexes and single-family homes, ideal for growing families.

$257,000 is the average listing price across all Mill Woods communities, with single-family homes typically starting in the low 300s. Multi-family home options may start as low as $70,000.

Amenities in and around Mill Woods:

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Mill Woods Town Centre

Mill Woods Town Centre
Tawa

Millbourne

Millhurst

Ridgewood

Southwood

Woodvale

Standalone Southeast Edmonton Neighbourhoods

Outside of the major areas mentioned above, Southeast Edmonton includes several standalone communities. Each neighbourhood offers its own set of distinct home styles while providing convenient access to in-demand Southeast Edmonton amenities.

Southeast Edmonton Commercial and Industrial Real Estate

Southeast Edmonton real estate also consists of several mixed-use industrial districts. Not only do these districts offer ample commercial and retail amenities to residents in the surrounding communities, but they also provide a range of affordable commercial real estate opportunities for business owners. They include:

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*Average listing prices will vary according to current Edmonton real estate market trends

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