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Cavanagh, Edmonton: A Heritage Valley Guide for Buyers
Cavanagh is a newer neighbourhood on the southeast edge of Heritage Valley, between the Blackmud Creek ravine and Calgary Trail and Gateway Boulevard, with Leduc County to the south. It is mostly detached homes, and its location next to Highway 2 makes it one of the quickest southwest drives to Edmonton International Airport and Nisku.
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Background
Cavanagh began as Heritage Valley Neighbourhood 7B and is named after Terry Cavanagh, a former city councillor and Edmonton's first mayor born in the city. Allard and Callaghan lie to the west across Blackmud Creek, the Blackmud Creek neighbourhood to the north and Cashman to the northeast. Melcor's Cavanagh Ridge phase, built by Pacesetter Homes and Rohit Group, is sold out; it added a natural pond, a playground and trails that connect to the ravine.
Cavanagh market numbers
| Type | Sales | Active now | Median sold price | Median days on market | Sold to list | Months of supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All homes | 42 | 11 | $485,000 | 47 | 98.1% | 3.1 |
| Detached and other freehold | 39 | 10 | $520,000 | 48 | 98.2% | 3.1 |
| Condo townhouse | 3 | 1 | $422,500 | 18 | 97.2% | 4.0 |
Source: REALTORS® Association of Edmonton MLS® System (Paragon), sales from November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026; active listings as of November 8, 2026. "Detached" includes half duplexes and other freehold homes; "condo" is apartment style.
Almost every Cavanagh sale was a detached or other freehold home: 39 of 42, at a median of $520,000. Homes took longer to sell than in most of Heritage Valley, a median of 48 days, and there were about 3.1 months of supply on November 8, 2026. That gives buyers some room to negotiate, especially on homes that have been listed for a while.
Getting around
- Roads: access is from Ellerslie Road and 103A Street, beside Highway 2 and Gateway Boulevard. Melcor puts the airport about 15 minutes away.
- Transit: the Heritage Valley Transit Centre on Ellerslie Road has about 1,100 park and ride stalls.
- LRT: the Capital Line South extension from Century Park to Heritage Valley broke ground in June 2025, with completion expected around 2030.
Schools and parks
No school is open inside Cavanagh yet. A Cavanagh and Heritage Valley Catholic K to 9 school is under construction and expected for fall 2028. Nearby Edmonton Public schools include Dr. Lila Fahlman School (K to 9) in Allard and Roberta MacAdams School in Blackmud Creek, and Dr. Anne Anderson School (grades 10 to 12) serves high school students in the area. A Cavanagh community park at 251 Cavanagh Common SW is in City planning and design. Always confirm designated schools with the EPSB and Edmonton Catholic finders.
Buyer checklist for Cavanagh
- Check highway noise on the eastern streets at rush hour, and compare with streets closer to the ravine.
- For newer homes, confirm what remains on the new home warranty and get the builder's warranty documents.
- Look at the Cavanagh numbers beside Allard, Callaghan and Blackmud Creek; prices and days on market differ more than the short distances suggest.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cavanagh in Edmonton?
Cavanagh is in Heritage Valley in southwest Edmonton, east of the Blackmud Creek ravine and west of Calgary Trail and Gateway Boulevard, with Leduc County to the south.
What is the median home price in Cavanagh?
The median sold price was $485,000 for all homes and $520,000 for detached and other freehold homes in the 12 months to October 31, 2026 (REALTORS® Association of Edmonton MLS® System).
Is there a school in Cavanagh?
Not yet. A Catholic K to 9 school for Cavanagh and Heritage Valley is under construction and expected in fall 2028.
How far is Cavanagh from the airport?
Melcor, the developer of Cavanagh Ridge, puts Edmonton International Airport about 15 minutes away using Highway 2.
Contact the team
The Haupt Phaneuf Real Estate Team, eXp Realty, can provide recent sold prices for a street you are watching, arrange a showing or prepare a home valuation. Call 780-993-8574.
More southwest Edmonton guides
- Southwest Edmonton homes and neighbourhood guides
- Southwest Edmonton market by neighbourhood
- Edmonton neighbourhood market stats on HauptRealty.com, for comparing any part of the city
- Home service directory on HauptRealty.com: inspectors, movers and trades the team has worked with