Last Updated on October 19, 2018

Ritchie, Edmonton | Real Estate Listings & Profile

By Alan F Macdonald

Ritchie, Edmonton | Real Estate Listings & Profile

Ritchie At A Glance

• Population (2012): 4194
• Density: 3355 people/km² (not very dense)

Homes in Ritchie

• Average Asking Price (2012): $377,000
• Asking Price Range (2012): $164,900 to $769,800
• Average Home Size (Approx): 1120 ft²
• Size Range (Approx): 580 ft² to 1550 ft²

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  • 325 10121 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4363165

    325 10121 80 Avenue Zone 17 Edmonton T6E 0B9
    Main Photo: 325 10121 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4363165
    $175,000
    Condo
    Courtesy of Anna Trojanowicz of Century 21 All Stars Realty Ltd
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    E4363165
    Bedrooms:
    1
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    686 sq. ft.
    Welcome to SCONA GARDENS! Are you looking for a newer condo close to Whyte Ave? This 1 bedroom plus den unit is close to all amenities that Richie neighborhood has to offer! Enjoy an open concept floor plan, ­kitchen with dark maple cabinets, lots of counter space, eating bar, dining area, living room with corner electric fireplace. In suite laundry, pantry, AC, 9 foot ceilings. West facing large balcony with beautiful view of courtyard with greenspace and water fountain. Titled underground heated parking. An exercise room, social room, car wash bay, guest suite, visitor parking available. Close to transit, U of A, River Valley, Downtown, many restaurants, shops, and farmer's market. More details
    ALAN MACDONALD
  • 202 9505 77 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4379324

    202 9505 77 Avenue Zone 17 Edmonton T6C 0M3
    Main Photo: 202 9505 77 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4379324
    $181,000
    Condo
    Courtesy of Darya M Pfund of Easy List Realty
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    E4379324
    Bedrooms:
    1
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    659 sq. ft.
    For additional information, please click on "View Listing on Realtor Website". Welcome to your Urban Retreat in Edmonton! This 1-bed, 1-bath condo offers a blend of modern luxury, vintage aesthetics, and urban convenience. Recently renovated with sleek finishes, including upcycled 100+ year old Douglas FIR millwork, Italian tile, and eco-friendly practices, this suite exudes character and sustainability. The space features a custom rebuilt kitchen boasting concrete countertops, an inviting open living area flooded with natural light, a generously-sized bedroom with custom closets, a modern bathroom, and a private ravine-facing balcony perfect for relaxation. Building amenities include parking, a large basement storage locker, and an elevator for added convenience. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Ritchie, just steps away from Ritchie Square and Whyte Avenue, residents have easy access to an array of restaurants, cafes, shops, and transit options. Don't miss out on the opportunity! More details
    ALAN MACDONALD
  • 129 10121 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4371454

    129 10121 80 Avenue Zone 17 Edmonton T6E 0B9
    Main Photo: 129 10121 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4371454
    $189,900
    Condo
    Courtesy of Garett D Mclean of Initia Real Estate
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    E4371454
    Bedrooms:
    1
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    679 sq. ft.
    Welcome to Scona Gardens! This pet friendly 679Sqft ground floor Condo is perfect for investors, single or professional couples. Inside your greeted with an open concept floor plan, a neutral color scheme and high ceilings accented by crown molding. The kitchen space features a built in pantry, maple cabinets, SS appliances and a raised eating bar. The living room features carpet,ample space for sitting, a corner fireplace with room to put a T.V. and patio doors to walkout to your balcony. The large primary bedroom features large windows for natural light, a walk in closet that leads to the shared ensuite 4pc bathroom. This condo also features insuite laundry area with storage space. The patio area backs onto the fountain and features a natural gas BBQ line and A/C that can be installed. Also included is an underground parking stall and large secure storage closet. This condo is perfectly located off Whyte Ave, is close to UofA and perfect for the social types.Condo fees include HEAT! Don't miss this one! More details
    ALAN MACDONALD
  • 32 9914 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4373046

    32 9914 80 Avenue Zone 17 Edmonton T6E 6L6
    Main Photo: 32 9914 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4373046
    $199,900
    Condo
    Courtesy of Gillian R Kirkland of NOW Real Estate Group
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    E4373046
    Bedrooms:
    2
    Bathrooms:
    2
    Floor Area:
    1,060 sq. ft.
    Epitome of urban living in this remarkable 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo. Featuring a stunning kitchen with spacious island and stainless steel appliances, perfect for any chef. The large living room, accentuated by a cozy gas fireplace, offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment. With laundry facilities and abundant storage, convenience is at your fingertips. Step onto the south-facing balcony to soak in sunlight and city views. Additionally, covered parking ensures hassle-free vehicle accommodation. Nestled within walking distance to the vibrant Whyte Avenue and offering swift access to the University of Alberta, this condominium harmonizes comfort with accessibility, promising an unparalleled lifestyle in Edmonton's heart. More details
    ALAN MACDONALD
  • 232 10121 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4362350

    232 10121 80 Avenue Zone 17 Edmonton T6E 0B9
    Main Photo: 232 10121 80 Avenue in Edmonton: Zone 17 Condo for sale : MLS®# E4362350
    $219,900
    Condo
    Courtesy of Clayton Kostuik of Century 21 Leading
    Status:
    Active
    MLS® Num:
    E4362350
    Bedrooms:
    1
    Bathrooms:
    1
    Floor Area:
    670 sq. ft.
    Location Location!! Live the White Ave lifestyle!! Welcome to 232 Scona Gardens! Located in Edmonton's Vibrant Old Strathcona district, just off Whyte Ave. Enjoy unique local shops & boutiques, restaurants, local pubs, live theater, music, seasonal festivals & the Old Strathcona Farmer's Market! Quick access to the river valley to enjoy bike & hiking trails. This beautifully maintained condo project is spectacular! with mature landscaping & courtyard fountain! 2nd floor air conditioned 1 bedroom unit is located close to the elevators, Condo features 9 ft ceilings, large master bedroom with walk through closet & 4 pc ensuite bathroom, Large living room with wood floors & corner fireplace leading to a large covered balcony. Open kitchen, 4 SS appliances & new quartz countertops, in suite laundry room with stackable washer/dryer. Building has a large exercise room, heated visitor parking & rentable guest suite. Separately Titled Underground Heated Parking Spot & Storage Locker INCLUDED in this Sale!! More details
    ALAN MACDONALD
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Ritchie Real Estate Market

• Hot Market Index (2012):  45.3 °G
• Absorption (2012): 54.2%
• Buyer Willingness (2012): 95.3%
• Desirability Score (2012): 93.4/100 (Highly Desirable)
• Dilapidation Score (2006)*: 7.0% (Good)

Ritchie, Edmonton Hot Market Index (2012)

Ritchie & the Average Edmonton Hot Market Index (2012)

Amenities

• Accessibility Score: 16 homes per point of access (Decent).
• Parking: Very good
• Transit: 29 bus stops.
• Parks: 1 park within neighbourhood boundaries and direct access to Mill Creek Ravine.

Location & Description

Ritchie is a south side community in Edmonton that is in the Bonnie Doon/University Area. Ritchie is a large neighbourhood with a fairly high population. It is gaining popularity because of its location and affordability. Real estate in Ritchie is mostly houses and apartments built in a range of eras from pre-war and post-war time frames. However, there is a lot of infill properties now in Ritchie. People have been replacing older, smaller homes since the beginning of the neighbourhood. The rental rate in Ritchie is close to 50% because the houses are less expensive to buy and therefore the rent is often affordable. There are a few schools in Ritchie: Escuela Mill Creek (a Spanish immersion school) and École Joseph-Moreau (a French immersion Catholic school). Ritchie seems like a popular choice for first time buyers, real estate investors and people looking to upgrade to a large infill. The neighbourhood is an eclectic mix of old and new in a great part of Edmonton. For more, see my Ritchie Neighbourhood Profile. Ritchie is bounded by Whyte Avenue to the north, 72 Avenue to the south, the CP Irvine Railyard to the west and Mill Creek Ravine to the east.

Prices in Ritchie are still quite reasonable at $377,000 (asking) considering the average size of homes in the area and it’s very central location. Condominiums can be had for as little as $165,000 and luxury homes on the ravine can sell for 3/4 of a million dollars. Although many of the older homes will be quite small, the average size of the homes is over 1100 ft², which is really reasonable.

A bar graph showing when homes were constructed in Ritchie

A bar graph showing when homes were constructed in Ritchie*

The majority of homes in Ritchie were built during the Post-war period – about 34%. Next most common are homes of the pre-war period at 17%.  These homes will not likely survive much longer unless their owners have taken very good care of them as they are often smaller homes and often have brick foundations. 12% of the homes in Ritchie were built in the 60s and 10% in the 70s. There was a resurgence of construction in the late 1990s likely consisting of apartment construction.

A pie chart showing home types in Ritchie

A pie chart showing home types in the Ritchie neighbourhood*

Ritchie is actually a very diverse neighbourhood with residential, commercial and light industrial zoning. When it comes to residential types, most of Ritchie is houses, but there are a large number of low-rise apartments, too.

A pie chart showing the percentage of homes that are rented versus owned in Ritchie

A pie chart showing how many homes are rented versus how many owned in Ritchie*

Ritchie, like Hazeldean to the south has a an almost 50/50 mix of renters and owners. Being on or near Whyte Avenue pretty much guarantees quite a few renters when it comes to Edmonton neighbourhoods, and Ritchie is not that far from the University, so there are quite a number of students in the area, as you would expect.

To learn more about rentals in and around the University area, check out my article here.

Condos in Ritchie

73 Ave Townhouses – 9551 73 Av
Creek Side – 7839 96 St
King Edward Place – 9926 80 Av (Adult Only)
Ravine Terrace – 9505 77 Av
Scona Station – 10116 80 Av
South Garden – 9725 82 Av
Strathcona Haven – 9905 81 Av

Schools

Elementary:

Escuela Mill Creek – 9735 80 Ave |  780 433 5746

Junior High:

École Joseph-Moreau (formerly Ritchie Junior High) – 9738 75 Ave | [no number]

High Schools:

~ None in this community

Other Schools:

~ None in this community

Parks & Recreation

Ritchie has only 1 city park (named Ritchie Park – what else?), but most importantly it has direct access to Mill Creek Ravine with its network of trails:

Access & Parking

Access to Ritchie, is pretty good, although you can only get out to the north and south because of the ravine and the railyard. There are 16 entry/exit points for the neighbourhood, one for every 160 homes – not an uncommon access score for a University area neighbourhood.

Parking is decent in Ritchie except in areas where there is commercial and high-density residential development – it could get a little cramped in those areas. Besides that, there should be decent street parking with lots of alleyways and garages to keep some cars off the front streets.

Transit

There are 29  bus stops in Ritchie. That is a lot of bus stops – one for every 88 houses.

* Source: 2006 Census of Canada, Statistics Canada


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Alan F Macdonald is a real estate agent with Maxwell Challenge Realty in Edmonton, Alberta.

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