Revealed: The Best Neighbourhoods in Kamloops

Kamloops is a large city located in the south-central region of beautiful British Columbia. Tucked away between the Thompson River and Kamloops Lake, the name “Kamloops” comes from the Shuswap word “Tk'əmlúps” which translates to “meeting of the waters.” This scenic location is filled with gorgeous views, providing residents with some of the most picturesque homes in the province. 

The ever-growing city of Kamloops has become one of the best places to raise a family in southern B.C. With the highly rated public school system, options for well-maintained parks and recreation areas, as well as some of the safest and friendliest neighbourhoods in the province, Kamloops is the obvious choice for settling down for individuals and families alike. 

The following is a list of some of the best neighbourhoods to be found in Kamloops, British Columbia.

Brocklehurst

Brocklehurst, often called Brock by the locals, is a charming neighbourhood located along the banks of the Thompson River and the Batchelor Hills in the western region of Kamloops, B.C. This scenic area is made up primarily of a wide variety of residential buildings. 

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Brocklehurst Real Estate

The Brocklehurst neighbourhood is made up of a vast array of residential developments. Locals have options between empty lots, perfect for building the house of your dreams, beautiful waterfront properties along the Thompson River, single-family homes, townhouse developments, apartment buildings, and even mobile home parks. The surrounding scenery makes for picturesque backyards infused with all the beauty of natural British Columbia. 

Open lots start at approximately $59,000 and the cost of real estate climbs from there. The most expensive properties can be as much as $1,799,000 for absolutely stunning acres smothered in gorgeous forestry and quiet waterfronts. 

Brocklehurst Schools

Brocklehurst residents fall under the jurisdiction of School District 73. The public schools in the neighbourhood include Kay Bingham Elementary School, Parkcrest Elementary School, Brocklehurst Middle School, and NorKam Senior Secondary School. 

Brocklehurst Amenities

There are so many beautiful parks and recreational areas in and around the Brocklehurst community. This includes dozens of hiking trails, dog parks, riverside pathways, and beach walks along with acres of open parklands, such as McArthur Island Park, which offers locals a skate park, golf course, soccer, football, and hockey fields, as well as a top-notch youth centre. 

The Kamloops Golf and Country Club is an 18-hole championship golf course. This scenic course is home to a fantastic range, perfect for all skill levels. It also happens to be one of the oldest golf courses in the Kamloops region. 

Another fantastic feature of living in Brocklehurst is the bus service accessible to residents. The B.C. Transit allows for easy commutes in and around the city. The bus system can bring residents of the neighbourhood to the downtown core of the city in under ten minutes. 

Commutes to Nearby Cities

Downtown Kamloops, British Columbia: 12 minutes (8.5 km) SE

Monte Creek, British Columbia: 32 minutes (38 km) E

Savana, British Columbia: 45 minutes (57 km) W

Logan Lake, British Columbia: 1 hour (71 km) SW

Juniper Ridge

Juniper Ridge is a constantly growing neighbourhood located about ten minutes southeast of the downtown area of Kamloops, B.C. Sometimes referred to as Juniper Heights, the community has been expanding over the last few years with the Juniper West section of the neighbourhood currently under development. This family-friendly community is perfectly situated within reasonable distance to the downtown amenities as well as some of the top schools in the city, which makes it a perfect spot to settle down as a family. 

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Juniper Ridge Real Estate

The average resident of Juniper Ridge is spending approximately $783,491 for a home in the neighbourhood. The style of housing is mostly single-family detached homes, but there are also several townhomes and even a few vacant lots waiting to be built. The houses in the community start at around $599,900 and can get as high as $1.2 million. 

Juniper Ridge Schools

School District 73 serves the Juniper Ridge neighbourhood, providing excellent educational facilities for elementary and secondary grade schools. The public schools closest to the neighbourhood include Juniper Ridge Elementary School, Kamloops School of the Arts, and Sa-Hali Secondary School. 

Juniper Ridge Amenities

One of the best aspects of living in the Juniper Ridge neighbourhood is the proximity to all the best Kamloops amenities. The bustling downtown core of the city is just over ten minutes from the residential buildings and is also accessible through local public transportation. 

All basic needs and essentials can be found within ten minutes of Juniper Ridge. This includes a variety of small businesses, grocery stores, gas stations, and pharmacies. 

Several scenic parks are conveniently located near the Juniper Ridge area. This includes McArthur Island Park and Juniper Park. For a more active outdoor excursion, Pineridge Golf Course is just minutes from the neighbourhood. 

Commutes to Nearby Cities

Downtown Kamloops, British Columbia: 13 minutes (9.2 km) NW

Monte Creek, British Columbia: 25 minutes (26 km) E

Savana, British Columbia: 53 minutes (54 km) W

Logan Lake, British Columbia: 59 minutes (67 km) SW

Westsyde

Westsyde, Kamloops, is located approximately fifteen minutes north of the downtown hub of the city. Nestled between the Thompson River and the vast Lac Du Bois Grasslands Park, Westsyde provides residents with stunning riverside and mountain scenery and is also conveniently located close to all the staple shopping necessities as well as access to the B.C. Public Transit. 

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Westsyde Real Estate

Residents of Kamloops are graced with the gorgeous surrounding scenery, between the peaceful waters of the river and the majestic, grand mountains. The homes in this picturesque location sell for approximately $553,481 with smaller homes starting at around $129,000 and the more grand houses selling for $1,999,900. 

Westsyde Schools

Westsyde neighbourhood falls under the operation of School District 73. The schools closest to the community include Westsyde Secondary School (one of the best-rated high schools in the province), David Thompson Elementary School, Arthur Stevenson Elementary School, Oak Hills Elementary School, and Westmount Elementary School. 

Westsyde Amenities

Residents of Westsyde have access to many great amenities. This includes Dunes at Westsyde, an incredible 18-hole, championship golf course, and Westsyde Pool, which features a 25 metre, six-lane pool complete with water slide, diving board, Tarzan rope, sauna and steam rooms, as well as a fully stocked weight room, open to public access.

Several well-maintained parks and recreational facilities are also close by to the community including Westsyde Centennial Park, Little Farmers Petting Zoo and Exotic Birds, North Thompson Oxbows Jensen Island Provincial Park, and Lac Du Bois Grasslands Park. 

Commutes to Nearby Cities

Downtown Kamloops, British Columbia: 15 minutes (11 km) S

Monte Creek, British Columbia: 40 minutes (40 km) E

Savana, British Columbia: 58 minutes (60 km) W

Logan Lake, British Columbia: 1 hour 2 minutes (74 km) SW

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Campbell Creek

Campbell Creek is a fairly new neighbourhood, with the homes having been developed in the last decade. Nestled against the southern hills of Kamloops, British Columbia, Campbell Creek is a scenic, family-friendly community, home to some fantastic hiking trails. 

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Campbell Creek Real Estate

All of the houses in the Campbell Creek neighbourhood are single-family detached homes. Most of these houses are situated on flat lots, some of them back onto the banks of the creek after which the community is named. The cost of a home in this area ranges between $449,900 and $949,900, with an average selling price of $574,900. 

Campbell Creek Schools

The Campbell Creek community is provided quality education through School District 73, the public school board that serves all of Kamloops. The closest schools to the neighbourhood are Dallas Elementary School and Valleyview Secondary School, both of which score high in the rankings of the top schools in the city. 

Campbell Creek Amenities

The homes of Campbell Creek surround one of southern British Columbia’s most popular wildlife centres. The British Columbia Wildlife Park is a wonderful wildlife rehabilitation centre and zoo that sits on 106 acres and is open to the public. Along with this, there are many hiking trails in the nearby hills of Kamloops as well as golf courses and several other outdoor opportunities close by. There are public-access boat launches and docks available for boating enthusiasts to venture out onto the waters where they can partake in fishing, waterskiing, tubing, or just relaxing on a sunny afternoon, taking in the beauty surrounding them. 

Campbell Creek is conveniently located within minutes of all basic needs and amenities. Within ten minutes from the neighbourhood, locals can find grocery stores, gas stations, Shoppers Drug Mart, convenience stores, and several small retail businesses at the Dallas Town Centre. A further drive, approximately 20-25 minutes west, will bring residents to a more major shopping centre for even more retail options. 

Commutes to Nearby Cities

Downtown Kamloops, British Columbia: 17 minutes (19 km) W

Monte Creek, British Columbia: 12 minutes (15 km) E

Savana, British Columbia: 50 minutes (62 km) W

Logan Lake, British Columbia: 56 minutes (76 km) SW

Aberdeen

Aberdeen is a fairly large, and highly desirable, neighbourhood located in a beautiful area of Kamloops. Situated on the south side of the valley, Aberdeen backs quite high on the slope and onto the green belt which provides beautiful, panoramic views of the city. The neighbourhood is split into two sections, Upper Aberdeen and Lower Aberdeen, both offering unique housing opportunities to residents of the community.

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Aberdeen Real Estate

Upper Aberdeen is primarily made up of large, single-family detached homes and townhomes. The neighbourhood is made up of many culs-de-sac and is an excellent area for families. Lower Aberdeen consists mostly of multi-unit condominiums and townhomes, with just a few free-standing homes. The houses in this area range in cost between $485,000 and $1,070,000 with an average selling price of $640,950. 

Aberdeen Schools

The residents of Aberdeen are served by School District 73, home to some of the best schools in the province. There are several public schools available for the students in the area including Aberdeen Elementary School, Pacific Way Elementary School, Sa-Hali Secondary School, and South Kamloops Secondary School. 

Aberdeen Amenities

Aberdeen is a bit of a Kamloops City hot spot when it comes to shopping and dining. With the construction of the Aberdeen Mall, locals can visit one of the numerous retailers and restaurants located within the building. There are also a number of big box stores in various plazas located within the neighbourhood. 

Residents of Aberdeen have several options for beautiful parks and playgrounds, including the immaculate playgrounds located at both of the closest elementary schools, which are accessible to the general public after school hours. Being located along the green belt, locals also have access to fantastic hiking trails that are open to the public. 

Tournament Capital Centre (TCC) is located just five to ten minutes from the neighbourhood. This fantastic facility features gymnastics, swimming, an indoor track, a fitness centre, various courts, and more. There’s also an outdoor area for several sports fields surrounding the building. 

Commutes to Nearby Cities

Downtown Kamloops, British Columbia: 12 minutes (8.6 km) NE

Monte Creek, British Columbia: 29 minutes (35 km) E

Savana, British Columbia: 40 minutes (43 km) NW

Logan Lake, British Columbia: 45 minutes (56 km) SW

This is a collective list of some of the very best neighbourhoods found in Kamloops, British Columbia, with plenty of evidence and examples as to what makes each neighbourhood so great. While these are some of the best, there are also dozens of other fabulous communities in the city, each area offering housing styles and amenities suited to a variety of living situations. Whether it’s an individual looking to settle into a charming townhouse-style condominium or a large family looking for their dream house with a big, private backyard, you can rest assured, knowing that Kamloops will have something to suit every resident looking to call the city home.