What schools serve Laurier Heights?

Laurier Heights School (EPSB) serves the neighbourhood for Kindergarten through Grade 9 and offers both regular and French Immersion programs. The school is located at 8210 142 Street NW, within easy walking distance for most residents.

How many homes are currently for sale in Laurier Heights?

There are currently 12 homes listed for sale in Laurier Heights. Inventory tends to be limited given the neighbourhood's small footprint and low turnover rate — setting up a search alert is the best way to stay ahead of new listings.

Is Laurier Heights a good neighbourhood for families?

Yes. The combination of Laurier Heights School's K-9 French Immersion program, walkable river valley access, active community league with an outdoor rink and tennis courts, and quiet residential streets makes it consistently popular with families. The neighbourhood has maintained a community league since 1958.

What is the typical home in Laurier Heights like?

Most homes in Laurier Heights are mid-century single-family detached houses built between 1946 and 1970, typically bungalows or two-storeys on generous lots. Many have been significantly renovated over the decades. The neighbourhood sits in Edmonton's Mature Area designation, so lots tend to be larger than newer suburban developments and character details are more common.

What was the median sold price in Laurier Heights over the past year?

The median sold price over the past 12 months. Prices range from on the lower end to for larger or ravine-adjacent properties.

Real Estate in Laurier Heights, Edmonton

Laurier Heights draws buyers who want the rarest combination in Edmonton: a mature, established neighbourhood with genuine ravine-edge living, all without sacrificing proximity to the city core.

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$895,694

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$1,019,074

Homes for Sale in Laurier Heights, Edmonton

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$780,000

14610 85 Avenue, Edmonton

2 Storey · 4 bed · 4 bath · 1,556.15 sqft

$1,095,000

7508 139 Street, Edmonton

2 Storey Split · 1 bed · 1 bath · 1,442.38 sqft

$1,079,000

14512 86 Avenue, Edmonton

2 Storey · 3 bed · 4 bath · 1,923.96 sqft

$892,500

8203 134 Street, Edmonton

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$2,650,000

14807 80 Avenue, Edmonton

3 Storey · 3 bed · 5 bath · 6,726.1 sqft

$999,900

13615 BUENA VISTA Road, Edmonton

Bi-Level · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,676.17 sqft

$479,900

8215 149 Street, Edmonton

Bungalow · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,033.34 sqft

$898,888

14605 78 Avenue, Edmonton

2 Storey · 3 bed · 4 bath · 1,908.78 sqft

$874,000

8212 148 Street, Edmonton

Bungalow · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,537.1 sqft

$1,579,900

7814 142 Street, Edmonton

2 and Half Storey · 3 bed · 5 bath · 2,894.01 sqft

$549,900

8603 149 Street, Edmonton

Bungalow · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,088.46 sqft

$349,900

7806 145 Street, Edmonton

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Buying in Laurier Heights

Who fits here

Laurier Heights draws buyers who want the rarest combination in Edmonton: a mature, established neighbourhood with genuine ravine-edge living, all without sacrificing proximity to the city core. The typical buyer here is upgrading from a nearby neighbourhood and knows exactly what they're getting — large lots, mid-century homes with good bones, quiet curvilinear streets, and a short walk down to the North Saskatchewan River valley. Families value the K-9 French Immersion program at Laurier Heights School (EPSB) and the walkable access to Valley Zoo and Hawrelak Park via the riverside footbridge. Professionals drawn to the University of Alberta or downtown use Whitemud Drive as their daily artery. This is also a neighbourhood for buyers with a longer horizon: nearly all housing stock is single-family, inventory turns slowly, and the ravine boundary ensures no infill pressure on the eastern edge. Buyers who settle here rarely leave.

Current market in the neighbourhood

Laurier Heights is a low-volume, high-conviction market. With a modest number of single-family homes and almost no multi-family product, active listings at any given time are limited — 12 homes currently on the market reflects the neighbourhood's tight supply. Over the past 12 months, homes changed hands, with a median sold price and an average. Homes are priced from on the lower end up to for premium ravine-adjacent properties. The sale-to-list ratio of signals a market where sellers hold firm and informed buyers move with conviction. Days on market average, reflecting deliberate buyers rather than urgency. Average price per square foot sits, competitive for a mature west Edmonton neighbourhood with this level of park and river valley access.

Commute and lifestyle

Laurier Heights sits where city convenience and natural escape overlap in a way few Edmonton neighbourhoods manage. Whitemud Drive puts the University of Alberta campus roughly 10 minutes away and downtown within 20. West Edmonton Mall is a straight shot up 87 Avenue. ETS bus routes run along 87 Avenue and 149 Street, making car-free commuting a realistic option for U of A staff and students. But the lifestyle draw is the valley below. Buena Vista Road descends directly into the river valley, giving residents on-foot access to Valley Zoo, Laurier Park, and Buena Vista Park without getting in a car. A pedestrian footbridge northeast of the neighbourhood connects to Hawrelak Park, putting one of Edmonton's premier festival and recreation grounds effectively in the backyard. The community league — established in 1958 and still active — operates a rink, tennis courts, and community hall at 144 Street and 85 Avenue, giving the neighbourhood a social anchor that newer communities spend decades trying to build.

Long-term context

Laurier Heights has one structural advantage that doesn't change with interest rates: the river valley boundary. The eastern and southeastern edges of the neighbourhood abut protected parkland, which means no new density can be added on that flank. Combined with a housing stock that skews almost entirely single-family — nearly 100% of dwellings are detached — the neighbourhood has an inherent supply ceiling. Development that does occur tends to be renovation-driven rather than teardown-and-multiply, preserving the low-density character that defines the area. The neighbourhood was built out primarily between 1946 and 1970, meaning the renovation cycle is well underway and updated homes command meaningful premiums over unrenovated ones. Buyers who have tracked Edmonton's west side over time recognize Laurier Heights, Crestwood, and Glenora as the tier where long-term hold thesis is strongest — bounded by geography, rooted by community, and slow to give up listings.

About Laurier Heights

Overview

Laurier Heights is a picturesque and highly sought-after neighbourhood in west Edmonton, renowned for its mature trees, curvilinear streets, and stunning views of the North Saskatchewan River valley. Developed primarily in the 1950s and 1960s, the community is named after Canada's seventh Prime Minister, Sir Wilfrid Laurier. Known for its affluent and peaceful atmosphere, it offers an exceptional blend of natural beauty and suburban tranquility while remaining close to urban amenities.

Location

Situated in west-central Edmonton, the neighbourhood is bounded by 87 Avenue to the north, 149 Street to the west, and the North Saskatchewan River valley to the south and east. Buena Vista Road winds through the eastern edge. Its prime location offers residents quick access to West Edmonton Mall, the University of Alberta, and the downtown core, supported by major routes like Whitemud Drive.

Housing character

The housing landscape is predominantly comprised of single-family detached homes, characterized by large lots set well back from quiet, winding avenues. Buyers will find a mix of well-maintained mid-century bungalows, split-levels, and luxurious modern infill properties. As a premium market with high owner-occupancy, the area currently sees an average sold price, and homes typically spend on the market.

Schools

Families are well-served by local educational options. The community features a centrally located public school, Laurier Heights School, which offers programming from Kindergarten through Grade 9. High school students often attend the nearby Ross Sheppard School, and there are several Catholic and private schooling options easily accessible in adjacent neighbourhoods.

Transit

While primarily a quiet residential community, Laurier Heights offers convenient transit options with bus stops situated along 149 Street, 142 Street, and 87 Avenue. These routes provide straightforward connections to larger transit hubs, West Edmonton Mall, and the University of Alberta. For cyclists and pedestrians, a footbridge over the river offers a direct, scenic commute to the university area and Hawrelak Park.

Shopping and dining

Commercial development within Laurier Heights is intentionally limited to preserve its peaceful feel. However, a quaint neighbourhood strip mall, Laurier Heights Shopping Centre, provides convenient daily services. For extensive retail, dining, and entertainment, residents can take a short drive west along 87 Avenue to the world-renowned West Edmonton Mall, or head across the river to the vibrant Whyte Avenue district.

Parks and recreation

Laurier Heights is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The neighbourhood is home to the Edmonton Valley Zoo and sits adjacent to Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park and Buena Vista Park, the latter featuring a highly popular off-leash dog area. Residents enjoy an extensive network of river valley trails, picnic sites, and a pedestrian footbridge connecting to Hawrelak Park. The active community league also maintains an outdoor rink and tennis courts.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Laurier Heights is characterized by an upscale, active, and nature-oriented environment. It is a stable, family-friendly enclave favoured by professionals and retirees alike. With its direct proximity to the river valley, residents seamlessly integrate outdoor recreation like cycling, running, and dog-walking into their daily routines, enjoying a close-knit community vibe just minutes from the city center.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Laurier Heights sits directly above the North Saskatchewan River valley, with Buena Vista Road descending into the valley to connect residents to Valley Zoo, Laurier Park, and a footbridge to Hawrelak Park. Combined with a street grid that's almost entirely single-family detached homes and no multi-family development, it offers a level of quiet and natural access that even neighbouring communities can't match.

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Listing information last updated on September 22, 2026 at 12:00 am (America/Edmonton)