4 Edmonton Neighbourhoods With Split-Level Homes
Posted by EdmontonRealEstate .ca on Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022 at 1:12pm.
Split-level homes offer many of the features of ranch-style homes, with the added benefits of multiple storeys, short staircases, and finished basements. The style features an asymmetrical facade, a large picture window, and attached garages. Inside, they typically offer expansive open-concept living areas, a laundry room, and multiple attic and storage spaces.
Split-level homes were popularised in Canada by the CMHC in the 1950s. Read on to discover four Edmonton neighbourhoods with split-level homes.
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Forest Heights
Perched over the North Saskatchewan River valley, the Forest Heights community has split-level homes for sale, typically ranging in price from the low $200s to $1 million. The east-central Edmonton neighbourhood offers impressive amenities, including beautiful parks, a challenging riverfront golf course, and great local restaurants.
Split levels in Forest Heights tend to be medium- to large-sized, with three to five bedrooms and one to five bathrooms. While the neighbourhood offers several split-level homes, it also has Edmonton bungalows, townhouses, and two-bedroom condos starting in the low $100s.
Nestled in the heart of the community, Mary Finlay Park features a forest-themed playground, a splash park, and a scenic gazebo. Meanwhile, the riverfront Forest Heights Park offers a 3.9-km dog-friendly trail, tennis courts, and baseball and football fields.
Next door lies Riverside Golf Course, a public 18-hole course spanning 6,316 yards from the longest tees. Riverside hosts The Greenhouse, an upscale restaurant offering wholesome, handcrafted meals made from local ingredients.
Forest Heights has several longstanding family restaurants, like Dallas Pizza & Steak House and Pho & Bun, a Vietnamese noodle house.
With so many things to do in Forest Heights, exploring other parts of Edmonton may seem unnecessary. However, four bridges provide quick passage across the river, enabling easy access to downtown Edmonton.
Glengarry
The Glengarry community is a northeast Edmonton neighbourhood stretching from 132 Avenue to 137 Avenue and 82 Street to 97 Street. The charming community offers lovely split-level homes in the low $300s, quick access to numerous shops, and extensive public parks nearby.
Glengarry's split levels are generally mid-sized, with three to four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The neighbourhood also offers other single-family dwellings, like bungalows and ranch-style homes, alongside row houses and duplexes. These other homes are similar in size to the neighbourhood's split levels, but they vary more in price. While smaller Glengarry homes usually start in the low $200s, larger ones can go for $400,000.
The Northgate Centre and the North Town Centre offer plenty of options for shopping, dining, and health care just northwest of Glengarry. Multiple grocery stores and department stores at these malls mean most essentials are just a quick trip from home.
Glengarry Park is the neighbourhood's main natural attraction, boasting 22 hectares of parkland, schools, and recreation facilities. From soccer fields and baseball diamonds to tennis and pickleball courts, the park offers facilities for numerous sports. Additionally, a playground and a splash park provide even more opportunities for fun and exercise. Glengarry Park also hosts the Glengarry Arena and the Glengarry Community League and Hall, a community center with a stage, a dance floor, and a commercial kitchen.
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Rio Terrace
Overlooking the North Saskatchewan River to its south, the Rio Terrace community is a secluded west Edmonton neighbourhood stretching from Whitemud Drive to 156 Street. Rio Terrace features large split-level homes, usually ranging from the mid $400s to the mid $500s, stunning parks, and delightful local eateries.
Homes in Rio Terrace are large, with four to five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms. While the neighbourhood consists solely of single-family dwellings, Rio Terrace offers homes in various architectural styles, including ranchers, bungalows, and transitional homes.
Rio Park offers breathtaking views of the North Saskatchewan River and benches for resting. Meanwhile, Rio Terrace Park features a playground, a spray park, a skating rink, a sports field, and tennis courts. It also hosts the Rio Terrace Community League Hall, which offers ping pong, swimming, soccer, and more.
The quaint neighbourhood also has several local hotspots for sweet treats and quality meats. The Rio Terrace Community Ice Cream Stand serves frozen desserts throughout the summer. MeatHead is a local butcher offering specialty meat and seafood.
Parkview
The Parkview community sits atop the edge of the North Saskatchewan River valley, bounded by 149 Street in the west and 87 Avenue in the south. The west Edmonton neighbourhood has split-level homes typically ranging from $800,000 to $2 million and plenty of things to do, with numerous shops, restaurants, and parks nearby.
Split levels in Parkview vary considerably in size, with two to six bedrooms and three to five bathrooms. While there are countless split levels in Parkview, ranch-style homes dominate the neighbourhood. Other homes in the community draw from various styles, including Tudor, modern, and more. Parkview townhomes, cottages, and bungalows with two to five bedrooms and one to three bathrooms usually range from the mid $200s to the mid $600s.
The Lynwood Centre, located just southwest of the neighbourhood, provides various shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Visitors can enjoy delicious baked goods at Bon Ton, sample indulgent sushi at Ichiban, or pick up some drinks from the Lynnwood Liquor Shop.
As its name suggests, Parkview offers impressive scenic views of Edmonton and several beautiful parks. Parkview Park hosts the Parkview Community League and has a sandy community playground. The League offers various sports programs, including soccer, basketball, and karate. Meanwhile, the MacKenzie Ravine lies just north of the neighbourhood. This steep gorge features a 1-km trail that stretches from the top of the ravine to the river valley trail network.
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Edmonton split-level homes offer an impressive variety in some of the city's finest neighbourhoods. With quick access to beautiful parks, delightful restaurants, and various shops, these neighbourhoods are some of Edmonton's best communities for recreation and entertainment.
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