Introduction
King Edward Park is on the southeast side of Edmonton along Mill Creek Ravine. This wide strip of mainly residential units is bordered by Whyte Avenue to the north and 76th Avenue to the south. It extends from Mill Creek Ravine eastward to 71th Street. Although it has been developing since the early 1900s, most of the development came in the 1950s.
Lifestyle
King Edward Park is a quiet residential neighbourhood with mainly single-family homes on its tree-lined streets. There are several apartment buildings along the major roadways that commuters use to access other parts of the city. This blend of housing creates an eclectic mix of residents, from struggling students in bachelor pads to wealthy homeowners who enjoy scenic views of the beautiful Mill Creek Ravine.
Dollars & Sense
Prices for homes in the area have increased recently with the addition of new builds, which has brought in a more upwardly-mobile population. The proximity to the university and Whyte Avenue is also a big seller for students. This means there is a bit of everything for every taste and income level in King Edward Park, from high-end fine dining to inexpensive sandwich shops.
The Good, the Bad & the Rest
King Edward Park is seeing a lot of infill development with post-war-era homes on big lots being torn down for bigger homes or high-end duplexes. While the increase in units has been good news for buyers looking to get into the neighbourhood, it is also pushing the average price up to well above city averages. This is pricing some hopeful owners out of the market.
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Planes, Trains & Automobiles
While King Edward Park is partially locked in by Mill Creek Ravine, it is surprisingly easy to get elsewhere in the city. 83rd Street joins up with Connors Road to make a trip downtown virtually red-light free. 75th Street is a major road travelling north-south. Edmonton Transit provides good service to the area, and the proposed Valley Line LRT will pass through the neighbourhood once it is built.
In the Area
King Edward Park's location next to Mill Creek Ravine provides excellent nature walks and pathways for residents. The nearby Bonnie Doon Mall and Old Strathcona offers shopping and dining choices, while Whyte Avenue is the centre of Edmonton’s night life. For education options, the University of Alberta is only a few minutes away and Campus Saint-Jean is just to the north in Bonnie Doon.
Meet the Neighbours
There is a changing demographic happening in King Edward Park. For years the neighbourhood has been made up of older single-family homes and hundreds of walk-up apartment buildings. But with its proximity to trendy Old Strathcona and Mill Creek Ravine, the community has been the target of infill developers, which has led to the tearing down of older homes in favour of duplexes and larger homes for wealthier homeowners.
The Vibe
The short walk to get to Mill Creek Ravine or the shops on Whyte Avenue makes King Edward Park a popular neighbourhood for all ages. There are a number of parkland spaces within the community, and easy access to top restaurants makes it a very walkable neighbourhood. Residents enjoy amenities that won’t cost an arm and a leg.
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Neighbourhood Hotspots
Ragazzi Bistro Italiano
This family-run restaurant boasts some of the best hand-tossed pizza in the city. It features old-fashioned recipes handed down through generations. If you go, be sure to try the Godfather’s Choice pizza.
more infoMaude Bell Park
The park takes up a block area on the eastern edge of the community. Along with a playground, this is a popular green space for dog walkers or leisure games of Frisbee.
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Located next to Mill Creek Ravine, the park is home to two baseball diamonds, an indoor arena, and the Shamrock Curling Club. There is also a small playground with swings and a nice picnic area.
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This gem has been providing authentic Korean barbecue to King Edward Park residents since 1990. It is famous for its Bulgogi and hurricane potatoes. And if you’re feeling adventurous, head upstairs for karaoke.
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This is a great park for year-round activities. There is a well-maintained outdoor hockey rink in the winter for local games of shinny, and in the summer, there are three public tennis courts.
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There is a large playground and spray park on the south side of this park, which also features a full-sized soccer pitch, basketball nets, and lots of trees to provide shade.
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