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Bi-Level Homes in Southwest Edmonton
Bi-level homes in Southwest Edmonton are common in 1970s and 1980s communities such as Blue Quill, Keheewin and Ramsay Heights. The raised basement brings big windows to the lower floor, which suits a family room or a suite.
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Communities built with bi-levels
Bi-levels were a popular design in Edmonton through the 1970s and 1980s, with a split entry and big lower-level windows. In the southwest that era covers the communities listed below.
| Community | Lot size | Assessment | Listings, Nov 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Quill | 6,048 | $460,000 | 4 |
| Keheewin | 5,865 | $446,500 | 0 |
| Bearspaw | 6,047 | $469,000 | 3 |
| Ramsay Heights | 7,200 | $574,500 | 2 |
| Twin Brooks | 5,930 | $569,500 | 9 |
| Steinhauer | 6,235 | $478,500 | 1 |
City of Edmonton 2026 assessment data (typical values) and Source: REALTORS® Association of Edmonton MLS® System, Nov 1, 2025 to Oct 31, 2026 (closed sales) and Nov 8, 2026 (active listings).
Stairs at the front door
Every bi-level greets you with a split entry: stairs up and stairs down. That works for young families and investors, less so for anyone with mobility concerns. Picture carrying groceries and a stroller before you decide.
Suites in a bi-level
Because the lower level sits half above ground with large windows, a bi-level is one of the easier homes to add a basement suite to. Secondary suites are allowed in single and semi-detached homes, and the provincial suite standards cover smoke alarms, fire separation, exits and bedroom windows.
Showing checklist
- Look at the lower-level window sizes if you want bedrooms down there.
- Check the stairs at the entry for anyone with mobility needs.
- Ask whether any lower-level suite has permits.
- Look at the roof and windows, which may be original.
Selling a bi-level
Bi-levels appeal to buyers who want a suite or a lower price per square foot, so the team markets the lower level's light and layout.
Sources: City secondary suites, Secondary suite standards, City basement development permits, City of Edmonton property assessment data.
Bi-level questions
Where are bi-levels common in the southwest?
Communities built in the 1970s and 1980s, such as Blue Quill, Keheewin, Bearspaw, Ramsay Heights, Twin Brooks and Steinhauer.
Can I add a suite to a bi-level?
Often. The City allows secondary suites in single and semi-detached homes, built to the provincial suite standards.
Do I need a permit to finish the lower level?
Yes, basement development needs a City permit.
Are bi-levels good for a basement suite?
Often, because the lower floor has larger windows. Suite rules still apply.
Questions about southwest Edmonton bi-level homes?
Contact the Haupt Phaneuf Real Estate Team, eXp Realty, at 780-993-8574.
Home style pages
- For full listings and market stats across the city, see bi-level homes on HauptRealty.com.
- Southwest Edmonton homes and neighbourhood guides
- Blue Quill neighbourhood guide
- Keheewin neighbourhood guide
- basement suite homes in the southwest