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Greens East Commercial Real Estate

East Greens on Gardiner commercial near Diefenbaker Drive — newer southwest Regina commercial serving one of the city's most active master-planned residential growth areas.

$18–$28
Retail Net (PSF/yr)
5.5%
Retail Vacancy
5.75–6.5%
Cap Rate Range
$240–$360
Land Value (PSF buildable)

Commercial Market Overview

Greens East refers to the commercial development in the eastern portion of the Greens on Gardiner master-planned community in southwest Regina, near Diefenbaker Drive. The Greens on Gardiner is one of Regina's most active current residential development areas, and its commercial nodes are growing rapidly to serve the community's expanding population. The commercial development follows a master plan that designates commercial sites at major intersections and arterial road locations within the planned community.

Commercial development in the Greens East area features newer buildings — predominantly 2010s and 2020s vintage — with modern specifications and designs consistent with the community's newer residential character. Tenant demand comes from the growing Greens residential community and the broader southwest Regina area, with medical, dental, childcare, food service, and personal service commercial in consistent demand from the family-oriented demographic. The community's above-average incomes and newer residential stock support commercial performance above the Regina suburban average.

Key Commercial Areas

Commercial activity follows the master plan with designated commercial sites at arterial intersections throughout the community.

  • Diefenbaker Drive commercial nodes — primary Greens East commercial
  • Gardiner Park Drive commercial — strip plaza development
  • Ring Road SW approach — highway commercial interface
  • New phase commercial pad sites — ongoing development
Retail
National franchise and independent retail. 600–3,500 sq ft. Fast food, pharmacy, childcare, grocery, services. Net lease $18–$28 PSF. Above-average community income supports strong tenant performance.
Office / Medical
Medical, dental, physiotherapy, professional office. Net $16–$22 PSF. Growing practitioner demand from southwest Regina expansion. Owner-user purchase common.
Pad Sites
New development pads at major intersections. Active national franchise interest. Net $18–$26 PSF equivalent. Several pads in development or planning.
Land
Remaining commercial land in active residential phases. B3/B4 zoning. Land $240–$360 PSF buildable. Limited remaining supply as community builds out.

Investment Highlights

Greens East commercial investment is a quality growth-oriented play on southwest Regina's residential expansion with newer building stock and above-average community demographics. The Greens on Gardiner's master-planned structure ensures optimal commercial placement relative to residential density, supporting stronger commercial performance than unplanned suburban commercial. Cap rates of 5.75–6.5% reflect both the income quality and the growth premium of one of Regina's best-performing residential communities.

Frequently Asked Questions — Greens East

What commercial development is in the Greens on Gardiner area of Regina?

The Greens on Gardiner in southwest Regina is one of the city's most active residential growth areas, with commercial development keeping pace with residential build-out. Commercial pad sites, strip plazas, and neighbourhood commercial buildings are being developed at designated arterial locations throughout the community. National franchise operators and local businesses are establishing in Greens East commercial buildings, attracted by the above-average income demographics and growing residential population.

What lease rates apply to commercial space in the Greens East area of Regina?

Retail net lease rates in Greens East range from $18 to $28 per square foot annually, among the highest in Regina suburban commercial. The above-average income demographics of the Greens community support premium lease rates relative to other Regina suburban neighbourhoods. Medical and professional office space leases at $16–$22 PSF net. The newer building stock and high residential quality justify the rate premium over older Regina commercial corridors.

Why is Greens on Gardiner Regina considered an above-average commercial location?

The Greens on Gardiner is one of Regina's higher-income master-planned residential communities, with above-average household incomes and a high proportion of young professional and family households. The master-planned structure ensures commercial sites are optimally located relative to residential density and traffic flows, and the community's newer vintage means residents are establishing new commercial relationships, making them more receptive to new business operators. These factors combine to support above-average commercial performance.

Is Greens East Regina suitable for a medical or dental practice?

Greens East is an excellent location for medical and dental practices targeting southwest Regina's growing affluent community. The area has a high proportion of young families requiring new family physicians, dentists, and allied health practitioners, and the above-average income level supports both basic healthcare and supplemental health spending. Medical office units in Greens commercial buildings are in active demand; owner-user purchase of strata medical units is common among practitioners establishing permanent southwest Regina practices.

What new commercial development is planned for Greens East Regina?

Greens East continues to have active commercial development with remaining pad site inventory and new strip plaza projects advancing as residential phases continue to develop. The master plan's commercial designation structure ensures continued commercial site releases as new residential areas are serviced and sold. Developers targeting Greens East benefit from one of Regina's most motivated residential catchments, a favourable planning environment, and the city's support for commercial development in growing communities.

How does Greens East compare to other Regina suburban commercial areas?

Greens East offers newer commercial stock, above-average demographics, and active growth compared to most Regina suburban commercial areas. It outperforms established east Regina commercial strips like Quance Street in terms of income demographics and building quality, while being at a similar or slightly earlier stage of commercial development compared to Regina's other newer communities. Investors seeking Regina's best suburban commercial fundamentals typically assess Greens East, Harbour Landing-equivalent communities, and the south Albert Street corridor as their primary targets.

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