Riverbend

Riverbend is nestled in the southwest area of Edmonton, Alberta. The city is divided into two major parts, East and West of Terwillegar Drive. Riverbend is known for its natural scenic beauty, walking paths, and river valley. The best part is that you can access all within walking distance making Riverbend one of the best places to live in Edmonton. 

Why is Riverbend one of the best places to live in Edmonton? 

Great neighbourhoods 

Riverbend is situated right in the middle of Edmonton’s most beautiful natural areas. You’ll find some of the most coveted residential neighbourhoods in Riverbend nestled on either side of Terwilliger Drive right between the Whitemud freeway and Anthony Henday Drive. 

It is made up of nine neighbourhoods including Bulyea Heights, Brander Gardens, Rhatigan Ridge, Ramsay Heights, Falconer Heights, Henderson Estates, Ogilvie Ridge, Carter Crest, and Brookside. 

Active lifestyle 

Riverbend residents enjoy an active lifestyle stimulated by nature, the community, and recreational activities. You’ll find people from all walks of life in the recreational centre. Families are often flocking to nearby ski hills in the winter and other times of the year you see dog owners playing fetch along North Saskatchewan Riverbank. Whether you need a perfect place to raise a family or a peaceful neighborhood for retirement, Riverbend is a remarkable place for people of all lifestyles. 

City vibe 

Many of the residential streets in Riverbend are shaded by beautiful mature trees and you’ll find parks and playgrounds all around. This makes the city one of the best places to raise a family. Even more, the ravine and river provide a natural retreat and remarkable opportunities for outdoor recreation. 

Though the backstreets of Riverbend are more peaceful, the major roads are often busy commuters and errand runners in and out of the neighborhoods. 

Easy access in and out of the city 

Living in Riverbend guarantees easy access in and out of the city and to nearby neighborhoods and beyond. Two major freeways are close to Riverbend and that includes Anthony Henday Drive. As a major freeway, Anthony Henday Drive is a ring road, almost free of traffic lights, making it easier for drivers to quickly navigate to most areas in Riverbend and ensuring easy access to the Edmonton International Airport. Even more, Riverbend is home to two large transit stations with bus routes that leads to the university campus and downtown.