14 Hammersmith Road – Property Summary
Key Characteristics & Profile
This 1,794 sqft home on Hammersmith Road stands out most clearly at the street level: it is the single largest residence on its block, ranking #1 out of 36 homes (top 3%), with a living area nearly 460 sqft above the street average. Citywide, it also ranks well (top 17% for size), though within the broader Whyte Ridge neighbourhood it sits closer to the middle, where many homes are newer and slightly larger. The land parcel is 5,512 sqft—average for both the street and the area—so the home’s interior footprint is its defining feature, not the lot. Built in 1987, it is older than many nearby homes (the neighbourhood average build year is 1994), but newer than the citywide median (1966). The assessed value of $501k places it above the street median ($472k) and well above the citywide average ($390k), though it is slightly below the Whyte Ridge neighbourhood average of $529k.
The appeal here is a combination of interior space and relative affordability within an established, mid-tier suburban area. The home offers a generous floor plan that outpaces nearly everything on its street, but without a premium lot size or ultra-recent construction to push the price into the top tier of the neighbourhood. This makes it a strong fit for buyers who prioritize square footage and living space over a newer build or a larger yard—families needing room to grow, for instance, or someone who wants a sizable home in a settled area without paying for the newest construction in Whyte Ridge. It also suits buyers who value comparative metrics and want a property that leads its immediate street, even if it doesn’t dominate the wider neighbourhood.
Five Possible FAQs
1. Why is the home ranked #1 on its street for living area but only around average in the neighbourhood?
Hammersmith Road has a mix of homes with an average size of 1,336 sqft—noticeably smaller than the Whyte Ridge neighbourhood average of 1,666 sqft. So while this home is the biggest on its street, many other parts of Whyte Ridge have larger homes built in the 1990s, which shifts the neighbourhood average higher.
2. The home was built in 1987. How does that affect its value or upkeep?
It is older than the typical Whyte Ridge home (1994 average) but newer than the citywide median (1966). Buyers should expect systems and finishes from the late 1980s. The assessed value suggests the market has accounted for age—it sits below the neighbourhood average—so the price reflects the need for potential updates rather than a premium for new construction.
3. The land area is slightly below the neighbourhood average. Does that limit expansion or resale?
At 5,512 sqft, the lot is typical for the street and slightly below Whyte Ridge’s average (6,175 sqft). It is not unusually small, but buyers hoping for a large backyard or room for a major addition should compare directly with neighbouring lots. Resale should be fine for this area, where lot sizes are fairly consistent.
4. How was the assessed value of $501k determined relative to comparable homes?
The assessment compares the home to similar properties at three levels: on the street (where it outranks most), in Whyte Ridge (where it falls near the middle), and citywide (where it sits well above average). The value reflects its larger-than-average interior relative to its immediate neighbours, balanced against an average lot and an older build year than the surrounding area.
5. What does “rank #1 out of 36” actually mean for a buyer?
It means that if you value interior square footage above all else, no other home on this street offers more. For a buyer who wants to maximize living area within a specific street or school catchment, this is a standout property. However, rank alone doesn’t account for condition, layout, or other features—so an in-person visit is essential to see how the space actually works.