Our city is growing, and its growing out. There are quite a few new suburban neighbourhoods in the works, surrounding Saskatoon nearly on all sides. Blairmore, University Heights, and new suburban development area Holmwood are the latest sectors in Saskatoon to feature new neighbourhood developments. Many of the new areas feature walkable neighbourhoods with a Complete Streets design concept that is safe and accessible to pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. Some residential neighbourhoods are already being built and actively promoted, while others have yet to begin construction. The further along the progress in each area, the more details available via the City of Saskatoon. Keep your eye on each of these exciting new Saskatoon neighborhoods as growth transforms the shape of our city.

Kensington
Kensington, located in Blairmore, is a neighborhood you are probably familiar with. A walkable neighbourhood with a vibrant village square, numerous parks, and homes oriented to take advantage of solar energy, this community is referred to by the City of Saskatoon as an 'environmentally-sustainable urban village'. Kensington residents will be offered a rebate for achieving a certified energy efficient home, as well as a composter and rain water collection barrel to help incentivize environmentally-sustainable household practices. It is estimated that upon completion, around 8,000 people will call Kensington home.
Brighton
Situated north of 8th Street and south of Arbor Creek, Brighton has been designed to be a walkable neighborhood with amenities close at hand and outdoor recreational areas near residences. A variety of housing options will be found in Brighton, with development combining residential and retail/office space. An efficient transit system will provide a viable alternative to driving, and the neighbourhood design will provide a pedestrian safe environment through a Complete Streets design concept for 8th Street and McOrmond Drive. Constructed wetlands and and a linear park system will characterize the neighborhood. Brighton will be the future home to over 15,000 Saskatonians.
Aspen Ridge
This is the next neighborhood to be developed in the University Heights sector. North of Evergreen, Aspen Ridge will eventually house 13,000 people and is slated to be a walkable neighbourhood with a wide range of housing choices and convenient access to amenities, schools, and recreational facilities. Aspen Ridge will continue the Complete Streets design concept for McOrmond Drive, and will feature a village square as well as a linear system of parks.
Elk Point
West of Hampton Village, Elk Point will one day be home to around 10,000 residents. Similar to the other new developments, Elk Point will have a village centre and village square, and is planned to accommodate a mix of housing options among open spaces. Connectivity for all modes of transportation will be a priority in the development of Elk Point.
More information will continue to be released by the City of Saskatoon as progress on each of these neighbourhoods continues. Connect with local home builders Decora Homes, Evolution Homes, Homes by Daon, and Haven Builders to stay in the know about lots for sale and new home builds on the horizon. Do you want to make your dream home a reality in one of these new neighbourhoods? Contact CADvantage to discuss a custom house plan design. We are looking forward to what the future holds for Saskatoon, and are most excited for the new local businesses that will be popping up in these new neighbourhoods!

*all information obtained via the City of Saskatoon