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Baturyn is an established community located in upper Northwest Edmonton. As part of the greater Castle Downs area, residents of this popular neighbourhood enjoy having convenient access to a long list of amenities, such as schools, shops, services and more. Baturyn is also well known for its quiet atmosphere and broad selection of affordable homes, including detached and semi-detached properties. Overall, Baturyn is an all-in-one neighbourhood with a safe, laid-back vibe ideal for growing families.

Did you know? Like all neighbourhoods within the Castle Downs district, Baturyn takes its name from a famous castle. Located in northeast Ukraine, Baturyn Castle was destroyed in the 18th century by Russian troops. The fortress was rebuilt 42 years…

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Balwin is an established neighbourhood located in Northeast Edmonton’s greater Londonderry district. Formerly a part of the original Village of North Edmonton, Balwin’s roots date back to the late 1800s when the area was known as “Packingtown.” Balwin is home to commercial and school facilities, ample park space, and a broad selection of affordable home styles.

Bounded by both Fort Road and Yellowhead Trail, residents of this easily accessible neighbourhood also enjoy having convenient access to Downtown Edmonton (situated less than 15 minutes drive to the south) as well as countless North Edmonton amenities.

Did you know? In the early 20th century, the community was known as “Packingtown” due to a meatpacking plant established along Fort…

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Baranow is an amenity-friendly neighbourhood located in the heart of Northwest Edmonton. An ideal setting for those in search of a low-maintenance home, Baranow consists entirely of affordable, multi-family residences – all of which sit surrounded by the very best shops, services, restaurants and recreation venues Northwest Edmonton has to offer.

Like all communities situated in the greater Castle Downs district, Baranow takes its name from a famous fortress – in this case, Poland’s Baranow Castle constructed sometime in the late 16th century.

Did you know? The Baranów Sandomierski Castle is a Mannerist (Late Renaissance) castle located in the town of Baranów Sandomierski in south-eastern Poland.

Real Estate and Homes For Sale in Baranow …

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Lauderdale is an established Northwest Edmonton neighbourhood known for its recreational amenities and diverse range of affordable home styles. Home to the Grand Trunk Fitness and Leisure Centre and vast amounts of open green space, Lauderdale is the ideal community for active families. But that’s not all. In addition to schools, restaurants and recreation venues, residents of this highly accessible area enjoy convenient access to major Edmonton shopping districts as well as vibrant downtown Edmonton.

Are you on the hunt for a new home in an affordable, all-in-one community? Read on to discover why Lauderdale is the perfect neighbourhood for you!

Did you know? Lauderdale was named after Scottish farmer James Lauder. In addition to owning land in…

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The Northwest Edmonton community of Caernarvon is comprised of all real estate located north of 145th Ave, west of Castle Downs Road and south of 153rd Ave. Like all neighbourhoods in Edmonton’s popular Castle Downs district, Caernarvon takes its name from a famous European castle, in this case, a well-known fortress in Northeast Wales. Celebrated for its diverse selection of home styles, family-friendly amenities, open green spaces and proximity to shops and services, Caernarvon has become a popular choice among Northwest Edmonton home buyers in search of the perfect all-in-one community.

Did you know? Caernarvon Castle is regarded as one of the greatest and most intimidating buildings of the middle-ages. Constructed in 1283, the castle also…

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Prince Charles is a Central Northwest Edmonton neighbourhood located directly west of Edmonton’s old Municipal Airport. First annexed by the City of Edmonton in 1910, development of this established community was spurred by the expansion of the city’s electric streetcar line. Today, Prince Charles is a thriving neighbourhood known for its mature, tree-lined streets, affordable homes and proximity to fantastic Northwest Edmonton amenities.

Did you know? The community was formerly known as North Inglewood. This was until the local school was renamed in honour of Prince Charles of Wales in 1953. The name was eventually applied to the entire neighbourhood following a petition by the Prince Charles Community League. 

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Chambery is a newer neighbourhood located in Northwest Edmonton’s Castle Downs district. Known for its expansive open green spaces, easy accessibility and beautiful detached homes, Chambery is highly regarded among families looking for a quiet community in which they can grow and thrive. So, if you’re on the hunt for the perfect single-family home in the perfect family-oriented community, Chambery may be precisely what you’re looking for.

Check out: 9 Ways to Tell You’ve Outgrown Your Current Home

Did you know? Like all communities located in Castle Downs, Chambery takes its name from a famous European castle. In this case, the Chateau de Chambery in France.

Chambery Real Estate 

Although the neighbourhood was first established in…

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Oxford is a more recent addition to Northwest Edmonton, located in the highly desirable Palisades district. Developed with families in mind, this all-in-one neighbourhood strikes the perfect balance between beautiful family homes, convenient local amenities and gorgeous natural green spaces.

Did you know? Once home to the Hudson’s Bay Company, all neighbourhoods in the Palisades take their name from the company’s many fur-trading posts and forts. In this case, Oxford is derived from “Oxford House,” a post in southwest Manitoba. 

A Great Place for a Family-Friendly Home

Nearly all properties for sale in Oxford are single-family homes located in quiet subdivisions. As such, the neighbourhood is extremely popular among families looking for…

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

About Northwest Edmonton 

The majority of Northwest Edmonton is defined by Parkland County to the west, Sturgeon County to the north, 97th Street to the east and Yellowhead Trail to the south. A small area located just south of the Yellowhead (north of 111th Ave, east of 170th Street and west of 121st Street) also makes up this vast quadrant.

Northwest Edmonton is also comprised of numerous communities that were once standalone towns, villages or hamlets. Established neighbourhoods such Britannia-Youngstown, High Park and Canora, for instance, were once a part of Jasper Place – a town that amalgamated with the…

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Beaumaris is a family-oriented community known for its picturesque lakeside views, affordable home styles and proximity to some of the best amenities Northwest Edmonton has to offer. Located in Edmonton’s popular Castle Downs district, this nature-friendly neighbourhood maintains a relaxed atmosphere ripe with open green spaces, walking trails, waterfront parks and recreational opportunities.

Did you know? Like all other neighbourhoods located in the Castle Downs district, Beaumaris takes its names from a famous castle. “Beaumaris” in this instance, referring to a famous 13th-century castle in Wales.

Beaumaris Home Styles 

Beaumaris was first established in the early 1970s, with development continuing well into 90s. Single-family…

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