Bearspaw, Edmonton, Alberta Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Bearspaw experienced its largest construction boom in the 1980s, so most of the available homes are from this time period. Single detached homes are the predominant housing type, representing around two thirds of dwellings in this area, while small apartment buildings and townhouses are the main alternatives in the housing stock. Homeowners occupy roughly 90% of the properties in Bearspaw while the rest are rented. This part of Edmonton is primarily composed of three bedroom and four or more bedroom homes. Read more about Bearspaw real estate
Transportation
Cars are a great means of transportation in Bearspaw. It is very easy to park, and nearby highways are easy to drive to from anywhere in this part of Edmonton. In contrast, Bearspaw is not particularly transit friendly. Thankfully, the neighbourhood is served by a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most houses. This neighbourhood is cycling-friendly since Bearspaw boasts a fairly good bicycling infrastructure, and there are a limited number of elevation changes. Most houses for sale in this part of the city are located in places that are not especially well-suited for those who travel by foot because few daily needs can be carried out by walking.
Services
It is a rather short walk to get to primary schools and daycares from any location in Bearspaw. However, there are no high schools in this part of the city. In terms of eating, a vehicle is generally needed in Bearspaw to reach the nearest supermarket. Nevertheless, pharmacies are typically convenient to reach on foot and provide some basic food items.
Character
The character of Bearspaw is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. This part of Edmonton is very quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. Lastly, there are a few public green spaces close by for residents to visit, like Blackmud Creek Park and Tomas Opalinski Park, and they are very well-situated, which results in them being very easy to access from most locations within this area.
