Choosing the right neighbourhood isn’t just about square footage or sale price. Finding your place with your people is essential. The kind of community that feels alive through every season, where memories aren’t just made inside the house, but on the sidewalks, porches, and parks that surround it.

In Sherwood Park and Edmonton, each season brings something special and some neighbourhoods shine brightest depending on the time of year. There are great fun things to do such as:

• Visiting the Sherwood Park Farmer’s Market or Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market for local produce and handmade goods.

• Joining community sports leagues or watching games at Emerald Hills or Clarke Stadium.

• Exploring Rundle Park, Broadmoor Lake Park, the River Valley, or Strathcona County trails for walking, biking, or a scenic picnic.

• Skating at Millennium place, or if it’s cold enough, your local Outdoor Rink

• Warming up with a coffee from Roasti, Café Haven, Ace Coffee Roasters or Square 1 Coffee after a fall walk through colourful neighbourhood streets.

Fall in Full Swing 

There’s nothing quite like autumn in Alberta where brisk mornings become warm afternoons for outdoor activities. Your days can be filled with dinners and firepit conversations with friends that spill into laughter, one last BBQ before the chill sets in, and candy-sorting marathons on the living room floor after a fun-filled Halloween.

In the right neighbourhood, these moments feel even richer.

Look for:

• Friendly, close-knit communities where neighbours swap pies or host block parties.

• Nearby parks and trails for brisk walks before the snow settles. 

• Walkable, well-lit sidewalks where kids can trick-or-treat safely.

• A sense of fun and pride that carries through all year long.

A Cozy Autumn Home

A home and neighbourhood should complement the way your family celebrates the season. Do you love to host festive dinners, with everyone gathered around the table? Look for a home with an open-concept kitchen and dining space, and make sure your neighbourhood offers plenty of parking for guests.

If your ideal autumn weekend is a peaceful one spent with a few loved ones, consider a quieter area surrounded by walking trails or parks where you can enjoy crisp fall air after your meal. Whether you’re hosting the whole family or keeping it intimate, the right home and community can make your seasonal traditions feel effortless and even more memorable.

All-Season Living 

The best neighbourhoods aren’t just great in one season, they grow with you!

• Winter: Close to rinks, sledding hills, and cozy community hubs.

• Spring: Trails and parks that burst back to life.

• Summer: Backyards built for BBQs, patios, and evenings that stretch late into golden sunsets.

Home is more than four walls: it’s the backdrop for your everyday life.

Let’s Find Yours 

With over 20 years of local experience, the Goodchild Realty team knows the communities that shine in every season, from neighbourhoods filled with the warmth of family gatherings to quiet corners perfect for peaceful morning walks.

Wherever you are on your house-hunting journey, we’ll help you find a place that feels right all year long. A home that you’ll be proud to grow with, through every chapter and every season.