River Valley Riverside Real Estate & Houses for Sale

River Valley Riverside is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this part of Edmonton. Although the ambience is not the most lively in this part of the city with the nightlife venues in nearby neighbourhoods, it is very difficult to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very far. Most areas in River Valley Riverside are very quiet, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Access to public green spaces, such as Capilano Park and Camel Humps Nature Reserve, is very easy from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood since there are around 50 of them close by for residents to visit.

Transportation

River Valley Riverside affords homeowners several alternative means of transportation. Residents can count on public transit to get around in River Valley Riverside. More specifically, house owners profit from Stadium Station with access to the Capital Line. The neighbourhood is linked by around 10 bus lines, and it is especially convenient to reach a nearby bus stop from most properties. This part of the city will also attract house buyers who appreciate living in a walkable community because it is walking-friendly; many daily needs are easy to carry out without a vehicle. River Valley Riverside will appeal to active people because it is very suited for bicycling. More specifically, there are a fair number of bike lanes.

Housing

About 60% of the properties in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the remainder are rented. Single detached homes are the main housing type, representing about 45% of dwellings in this part of the city, while small apartment buildings and duplexes make up most of the remaining housing stock. About one third of homes in this area were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960 and in the 2000s. This neighbourhood also has a good selection of unit sizes; properties range from lofts to four or more bedrooms.

Services

It is typically an option for home buyers in this part of Edmonton to buy their groceries without a vehicle. Likewise, there are a fair number of choices for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. As far as education is concerned, schools and daycares are very convenient to access as a pedestrian from any location in River Valley Riverside.