AN OASIS IN THE CITY
Finding quiet without isolation
A peaceful oasis tucked away in northeast Edmonton, Crystallina Nera is a hub for families who want to take a break from fast-paced city life without feeling too disconnected.
The northeast Edmonton community boasts a wide range of homes by some of Edmonton’s top homebuilders, and gives families the chance to move in when the kids are young, and not have to leave when the kids have grown up.
“The beauty of Crystallina is that it has different product types,” said Natalie Semeniuk, project manager with Genstar Development. “As their families grow and expand, people can still live within Crystallina and just change the product type.”
Homes in Crystallina Nera include single-family homes with front attached garages, duplexes with both front attached and rear detached garages, as well as townhomes. The single-family homes start in the $400,000s, while the duplexes are priced starting in the mid $300,000s.
The builders in Crystallina Nera are Coventry Homes, Daytona Homes, Excel Homes, Ironstone Home Builders, Homes by Avi and Park Royal Homes. For the townhomes, Semeniuk said it’s best to contact the builders – Streetside Developments and Park Homes – to get more information.
Not only are the homes in Crystallina Nera a great part of the neighbourhood, but so too is the entire atmosphere and landscape — a stormwater pond surrounded by a paved walking trail, as well as an urban forest protected by the City of Edmonton create a botanical atmosphere that is ideal for nature lovers.
Nature lovers will also be impressed by how the neighbourhood works to remain environmentally friendly — LED street lights and native plants and grasses complement Crystallina Nera’s natural environment, promoting sustainable community design, which is a major selling feature for prospective homebuyers who are passionate about environmental awareness.
A bit beyond the borders of the neighbourhood are several other natural amenities, including the Poplar Lake natural area, the Schonsee natural area, and Klarvatten community park.
As Crystallina Nera is targeted at families, Semeniuk said there are plenty of schools nearby, giving parents myriad options for where to send their kids.
While a neighbourhood needs to be attractive, people are also looking for how accessible it is to the city in which they live, and Crystallina Nera doesn’t disappoint.
With direct access to 82 Street, commuters are able to head in and out of the downtown core with ease. Nearby access to Anthony Henday Drive and Yellowhead Trail benefits residents who frequent areas in and around Edmonton.
To learn more about Crystallina Nera, visit the website at www. genstar.com/edmonton/crystallina-nera.
Better yet, visit the showhomes during a grand opening event Saturday, June 3 on Crystallina Nera Drive, located east of 82 Street, north of 167 Avenue.
Disclaimer: This story was produced by Content Works, Postmedia’s commercial content division, on behalf of Genstar Development.