Real Estate in Hays Ridge Area, Edmonton

Hays Ridge draws buyers who want a brand-new home in a master-planned southwest Edmonton community without sacrificing access to the ring road.

Active listings

13

Median list price

$1,425,000

Avg list price

$1,599,992

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Buying in Hays Ridge Area

Who fits here

Hays Ridge draws buyers who want a brand-new home in a master-planned southwest Edmonton community without sacrificing access to the ring road. The neighbourhood suits young families and first-time buyers who want modern builds at accessible price points and can appreciate the open, park-connected layout that Heritage Valley's planning framework deliberately created. Because the area is still actively developing, buyers who move in early benefit from a quieter, lower-traffic feel while the district park, sports fields, and nearby retail mature around them. Professionals who commute downtown or to the Energy Corridor find the Anthony Henday Drive access and the Heritage Valley Park & Ride—with its shuttle to Century Park LRT station—a practical daily trade-off for the space and value that newer southwest neighbourhoods provide. Empty-nesters looking to right-size into a low-maintenance new build also find appeal here, particularly in the townhome and paired-home product that builders are introducing as the neighbourhood fills in.

Current market in the neighbourhood

The Hays Ridge market is defined by new-new construction, which keeps the price floor relatively high compared with older southwest communities while limiting the spread between list and sale price. The median sold price sits and the average sold price, reflecting the predominance of single-family detached homes and larger lots in an actively developing neighbourhood. Homes have averaged days on market over the past year, with sales recorded in the trailing twelve months—a figure that grows each year as more lots are built out and released. The sale-to-list ratio of indicates a market where sellers of well-priced new inventory rarely leave money on the table. Active listing inventory stands at 13 homes, and average price per square foot is running, competitive with comparable Heritage Valley communities such as Graydon Hill and Paisley. Buyers should note that builder contracts in new subdivisions often carry slightly different negotiation dynamics than resale, making independent representation valuable.

Commute and lifestyle

Hays Ridge sits just inside Anthony Henday Drive, Edmonton's ring road, giving drivers a direct connection to every quadrant of the city without touching surface arterials. The Henday also links directly to Highway 2 south toward Nisku and the Edmonton International Airport, making the neighbourhood practical for frequent travellers and south-corridor commuters. For transit riders, the Heritage Valley Transit Centre—opened in November 2020 at Ellerslie Road and 127 Street—is the hub: a $30-million facility with 15 bus bays, 1,100 park-and-ride stalls, heated shelters, and weekday shuttle buses to Century Park LRT station running every five to ten minutes between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. The Heritage Valley District Park, currently in phased construction with Stage 1A and 1B already open, will ultimately deliver high school sites, a community centre, sports fields, and hard-court tennis and pickleball surfaces. Everyday retail along Ellerslie Road and the developing Heritage Valley Town Centre corridor handles groceries, dining, and services within a short drive, while the Glenridding Ravine and Whitemud Creek natural area along the western boundary offers trails and green space minutes from the front door.

Long-term context

Hays Ridge was guided into existence by the Hays Ridge Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan, adopted by Edmonton City Council on April 16, 2012, as part of the broader Heritage Valley Servicing Concept Design Brief established in 2001. The neighbourhood is named after Helen Hays, honouring an Edmontonian of the century—a naming tradition carried through all Heritage Valley communities. Because Hays Ridge is still mid-development, appreciation dynamics here differ from stabilised older neighbourhoods: early buyers are effectively purchasing at the ground floor of a neighbourhood that will see continued infrastructure investment, school completions, and commercial build-out over the coming decade. Edmonton's sustained southwest growth corridor, anchored by the Henday and Heritage Valley Town Centre, has historically supported steady demand as each new neighbourhood reaches full build-out. Buyers who enter during the active construction phase accept some short-term noise and incomplete amenities in exchange for the potential upside of a neighbourhood whose full value is not yet priced in. The planned Capital Line LRT extension into Heritage Valley would, if completed, add a permanent transit premium to properties in this quadrant.

About Hays Ridge Area

Overview

Hays Ridge, commonly known as Jagare Ridge, is a premium residential neighbourhood in the Heritage Valley area of southwest Edmonton. Established in 2012, this burgeoning community is celebrated for its luxurious homes, natural beauty, and the prominent Jagare Ridge Golf Course. It offers a tranquil, upscale retreat while maintaining convenient connections to the rest of the city.

Location

Situated in southwest Edmonton, the neighbourhood is bounded by Ellerslie Road to the north, 141 Street SW to the east, and the future alignment of 28 Avenue SW to the south. The western boundary is defined by the scenic natural contours of the Whitemud Creek Ravine. Adjacent communities include Chappelle to the south and Glenridding Ravine to the west.

Housing character

The housing landscape is predominantly composed of premium single-family detached homes, alongside select estate duplexes and luxury townhouses. Properties often feature modern architectural designs, spacious layouts, and high-end finishes that cater to a luxury lifestyle. The prestige of the area is reflected in its local market, featuring a median sold price and an average list price of $1,599,992.

Schools

While students currently attend highly regarded public and Catholic schools in nearby surrounding areas—such as Steinhauer Elementary and St. John XXIII Catholic School—local educational infrastructure is expanding. A new Kindergarten to Grade 9 school is planned for the Hays Ridge Community Park site, with an anticipated opening in the fall of 2028.

Transit

Hays Ridge is currently a car-dependent neighbourhood, offering excellent access to major arterial roads like Anthony Henday Drive, Whitemud Drive, and Ellerslie Road for quick and easy commuting. While immediate public transit options are still developing, the future Capital Line Heritage Valley Park & Ride facility located to the east will significantly enhance local transit connectivity.

Shopping and dining

Although primarily a peaceful residential enclave, Hays Ridge is incredibly convenient to major retail hubs. Residents are just a short drive from the Shoppes of Jagare Ridge, the Currents of Windermere, and South Edmonton Common. These nearby centers provide a comprehensive array of grocery stores, boutique shops, big-box retailers, and diverse dining and entertainment options.

Parks and recreation

Recreation is a cornerstone of the neighbourhood, anchored by the 18-hole championship Jagare Ridge Golf Club which weaves directly through the community. The area is also networked with extensive multi-use walking trails, scenic stormwater management ponds, and direct access to the natural expanse of the Whitemud Creek Ravine. Furthermore, the City of Edmonton is actively developing a new centralized community park.

Lifestyle

Hays Ridge provides an exclusive, family-oriented lifestyle tailored for those seeking a harmonious blend of natural serenity and modern upscale living. The active community sees homes spending an average of on the market, with properties sold over the last year, highlighting its strong appeal to buyers prioritizing golf-course views, abundant outdoor recreation, and a quiet, prestigious environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Steinhauer School (Kindergarten to Grade 6) is the designated Edmonton Public school for Hays Ridge, serving the Heritage Valley cluster of neighbourhoods including Ermineskin, Paisley, and Graydon Hill. Bussing is available for Hays Ridge students given the distance to the school. Families planning for junior and senior high should confirm current catchment boundaries with Edmonton Public Schools, as Heritage Valley's rapid growth regularly prompts boundary reviews.

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Listing information last updated on September 3, 2026 at 6:00 pm (America/Edmonton)