The Ion Specialist

I’ve helped buyers and sellers buy and sell more than 50 homes at The Ion in Ambleside since the community was first built. That experience has given me a unique understanding of the building, its floor plans, market values, and the features buyers consistently appreciate most.

Welcome to The Ion in Ambleside, one of southwest Edmonton’s most sought-after condo communities. Perfectly located just steps from scenic walking trails, parks, and the Currents of Windermere, you’ll enjoy easy access to restaurants, shopping, groceries, fitness centres, and every amenity you could need.

Immaculately maintained by the original owner, this beautifully upgraded, move-in-ready condo offers fresh paint, upgraded flooring, a newer stove, under-cabinet lighting, and thoughtful updates throughout. The bright, open floor plan features 9-foot ceilings, an east-facing exposure, and large windows that fill the home with natural light while overlooking mature trees.

One of the home’s standout features is the private, self-contained patio with no direct neighbouring patios, providing exceptional privacy and peaceful outdoor living rarely found in condo communities.

Located in building 2590 (the red building), the second-newest of the three buildings at The Ion, this original-owner unit has been exceptionally cared for and is ready for its next owner.

Additional Features

• Heated underground parking
• In-suite laundry
• Gas BBQ hookup
• Pet-friendly building
• Guest suite
• Fitness centre
• Social room
• Picnic gazebo

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or looking to simplify your lifestyle without compromising on location, this home offers outstanding value in one of Edmonton’s most desirable neighbourhoods.

Living at The Ion in Ambleside

Having completed more than 50 transactions at The Ion, I’ve gained firsthand knowledge of the building, its floor plans, history, condo corporation, and the features that make certain units especially desirable and sell for more.

Built by award-winning Jayman Homes, The Ion has become one of Ambleside’s most recognizable condo communities. Residents enjoy heated underground parking, a fitness centre, guest suite, social room, picnic gazebo, pet-friendly living, and a professionally managed community with many long-term owners.

Located just minutes from the Currents of Windermere, you’ll have easy access to grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, fitness centres, medical services, and everyday shopping. Whether you’re grabbing dinner, heading to the movies, or running errands, everything is close to home.

I’ve always described Ambleside as “a city within the city” – like urban suburbia at its best. Nearly everything you need is within a few minutes of home, yet you’re still surrounded by beautiful parks, ponds, walking trails, and quiet residential streets, plus you can easily access all commuter roads in minutes.

About Ambleside, Edmonton

Ambleside is one of southwest Edmonton’s most established and desirable neighbourhoods. Known for its beautiful parks, extensive trail system, and convenient access to Anthony Henday Drive and Terwillegar Drive, it offers an ideal balance of convenience and outdoor living.

Residents enjoy excellent schools, recreation facilities, restaurants, shopping, and countless everyday conveniences while still benefiting from plenty of green space. Even Edmonton International Airport is only about 15 minutes door-to-door, making Ambleside especially popular with professionals and frequent travellers.

Who Is The Ion Best Suited For?

The Ion appeals to a wide variety of buyers, including first-time homeowners, young professionals, downsizers, and investors looking for an affordable opportunity in southwest Edmonton.

Today, approximately half the homes are owner occupied while the remainder are occupied by long-term tenants, creating a healthy balance of homeowners and rental properties.

One interesting piece of The Ion’s history is that when the development was first released, investor purchases were restricted. The community was intentionally marketed to first-time buyers and young professionals, with a strong emphasis on one-bedroom floor plans.

As Edmonton’s condo market evolved over the years, many original owners chose to retain their units as rental properties rather than sell during softer market conditions, helping create the well-established community you’ll find today.

Is The Ion a Good Investment?

Condos at The Ion continue to attract buyers because of their desirable location, practical floor plans, heated underground parking, excellent amenities, and strong overall value.

Whether you’re purchasing your first home, adding to your investment portfolio, or looking to simplify your lifestyle, The Ion continues to offer excellent long-term value in one of southwest Edmonton’s most desirable neighbourhoods.

Looking for a Condo at The Ion?

Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing at The Ion, I’d be happy to help. Having completed more than 50 transactions in the community, I’m always happy to answer questions about market value, floor plans, renovations, condo fees, or what makes one unit stand out from another.

Is The Ion in Ambleside pet friendly?

Yes. The Ion is a pet-friendly condominium community, subject to the condominium bylaws. Currently, owners are permitted one pet per unit with a maximum weight of approximately 22 pounds.

Does The Ion have underground parking?

Yes. Many units include heated underground parking, and some also include private storage. The complex also offers visitor parking, surface parking, and convenient street parking nearby.

What amenities does The Ion offer?

Residents enjoy a fitness centre, guest suite, social room, picnic gazebo, heated underground parking, and pet-friendly living within a professionally managed community.

Where is The Ion located?

The Ion is located in Ambleside in southwest Edmonton, just minutes from the Currents of Windermere shopping district, walking trails, restaurants, grocery stores, and major commuter routes including Anthony Henday Drive and Terwillegar Drive.

Is The Ion a good place to buy your first condo?

Absolutely. The Ion was originally designed with first-time buyers in mind and continues to be one of southwest Edmonton’s most popular communities for buyers looking for affordability, quality construction, excellent amenities, and an unbeatable location.

Are condos at The Ion good investments?

The Ion has remained a popular choice for both homeowners and investors because of its location, practical layouts, quality construction, and strong rental demand in southwest Edmonton.

What I’ve Learned About The Ion

Having helped buyers and sellers buy and sell more than 50 homes at The Ion over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to see every floor plan and many of the units in all three buildings. That experience has given me a unique understanding of what buyers consistently appreciate most.

People often ask me which unit is the best. My answer is always the same: the condition comes first. Privacy, views, floor plans, and even which building you’re in all matter – but they come second. Has the home been well cared for? Has it been rented? Have the owners continued to keep it updated over the years, or will you be replacing flooring, paint, appliances, and fixtures before you can truly enjoy it?

The condition of a home has the single greatest impact on both its value and your overall ownership experience. After helping buyers and sellers buy and sell more than 50 homes at The Ion, I’ve learned that the condition of the unit is almost always the biggest factor in both value and long-term satisfaction.

This particular home stands out because it has been exceptionally well cared for by its original owner. Combined with its private self-contained patio, mature tree views, and location in Building 2590, it represents exactly the kind of unit buyers hope to find at The Ion.