Chaparral Calgary Real Estate
Chaparral has been awarded for its innovative community planning and amenities centered around Lake Chaparral. Homes for sale in Chaparral showcase lake-themed architecture with Craftsman and Victorian single-family homes, townhouses with a blend of traditional and modern styles, and condos offering practical, stylish living spaces. Chaparral is centered around a beautiful 32-acre lake and large park, providing residents with year-round recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, and skating. The community's strong association organizes various events and programs, fostering a close-knit atmosphere. With proximity to major roadways, schools, and the Shawnessy Shopping Centre, Chaparral combines suburban tranquility with urban convenience. Explore Chaparral real estate and contact The Group at RE/MAX First for all your Calgary real estate needs.
Chaparral Homes for Sale
Chaparral is a charming neighbourhood built around a 32-acre lake and 21-acre park. With an extensive pathway system and excellent public transport, this is the ideal location for a family home. You can have it all when you live in this self-sufficient neighbourhood, from schools and recreation to shopping and amenities. Plus, Chaparral is just a stone’s throw away from some of Calgary’s famous tourist attractions like Fish Creek Provincial Park, Spruce Meadows Equestrian Centre, and Heritage Park.
Homes for sale in Chaparral offer a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and condos. Ready to make Chaparral your new home? Contact The Group at RE/MAX First for all your real estate needs in Chaparral. Let our team of experts help you find the perfect property in this family-friendly community. Call us now to schedule a home showing and start your journey to homeownership in Chaparral.
Chaparral Real Estate
Chaparral is comprised of three areas or subdivisions; Lake Chaparral which has the lake, Chaparral Ridge, and Chaparral Valley.
You can have it all when you live in this self-sufficient neighbourhood, from schools and recreation to shopping and amenities. Plus, Chaparral is just a stone’s throw away from some of Calgary’s famous tourist attractions like Fish Creek Provincial Park, Spruce Meadows Equestrian Centre, and Heritage Park. There are over 4,000 dwellings in Chaparral. Most of the houses in this community are detached homes, but you will come across the occasional townhome and condominium as well.
Chaparral lies along the southern border of Calgary. Its borders consist of Highway 22X on the north, Bow River Valley on the east, 194 Avenue on the south, and Macleod Trail on the west. The surrounding neighbourhoods include Sundance, Legacy, and Walden.
Only a small cluster of luxury homes in Chaparral Valley lie between Chaparral and the pristine Bow River Valley. Chaparral is an upscale residential neighbourhood located at the southern edge of Calgary, south of the Marquis de Lorne Trail.
A small portion of the buildings is condominiums and apartments, but the majority of housing consists of upscale single family residential, a recreation centre with a full-time director, and facilities for fishing, boating, skating and divingThe main attraction of the homes and residents is a large artificial lake and a 21-acre park with two waterfalls.
Chaparral REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood
Take a tour of Chaparral with this video walkthrough of the neighbourhood. Learn about the community before you start looking at homes and make notes of what's important to you.
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Contact UsAmenities in Chaparral — Live, Work, & Play
Lakes —
Lake Chaparral is a 32-acre artificial lake with pristine waters around which the community of Chaparral is built. Residents of Lake Chaparral and their guests enjoy the exclusive use all year round for fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, scuba diving, canoeing, ice fishing, ice hockey, and skiing.
There is good news for those living in Chaparral Ridge and Chaparral Valley, for residents who don’t have access to Chaparral lake. Fish Creek Provincial Park is just around the corner (about a 15-minute drive), with a lake open to everyone.
Golf —
Blue Devil Golf Club – one of the best golf courses in Calgary, is located in Chaparral Valley, on 194 Avenue SE. This is an 18-hole golf course unless you prefer a shorter course like their 9-hole course. A driving range and a clubhouse are also a part of the facilities.
Parks —
If you live in the Lake Chaparral subdivision area, you and your guests have exclusive access to the 22-acre Chaparral Lake Park. The park is fitted with amenities for the whole family, including a playground, three tennis courts, a basketball court, a volleyball court, and a multi-use pad. Plus, the park boasts of two gorgeous waterfalls and a beach.
Those living in Chaparral Ridge and Chaparral Valley have access to many other parks, including Chapala Park with a playground, a basketball court, a ball diamond, a multi-use pad, and three sports fields.
Chaparral Crescent SE Park and Chaparral Way SE Playground both have playgrounds for younger children.
Fish Creek Provincial Park is open to all Chaparral residents and is a fantastic weekend picnic spot. This expansive park also features miles of biking and hiking trails, wildlife, birding, boating, fishing, picnicking, rollerblading, walking, swimming, and more.
Chaparral also has its hiking area within the city limits, on Chaparral Ravine View SE.
Shopping —
The Chaparral community is very self-sufficient and has its own convenience stores, cafes, and gas station.
Residents of Chaparral can find everything they need in the Shawnessy Towne Centre on Shawville Boulevard SE, just west of MacLeod Trail. This massive shopping centre comprises over 250 stores and includes restaurants, apparel, hardware, gifts, health and pharmaceuticals, department stores, toys, furniture, theatres, pet stores, and various services. Some of the well-known brands located here include Home Depot, Walmart, and Canadian Tire.
Restaurants and bars —
Oreo Me Bro is a dessert shop and takeaway just off Chaparral Drive SE.
You can drive over to Tim Hortons on Chaparral Drive SE for coffee and light pastries.
Pizza 73 is a pizza restaurant on Chaparral Drive SE.
If you feel like Sushi, then Itoko Sushi on Chaparral Drive SE is a takeout sushi restaurant within the community.
Fitness —
Anytime Fitness on 194 Avenue SE promises to provide you with a total fitness experience through its various amenities, training programs, and friendly support.
Fit Your Life on Chaparral Drive SE is another gym/physical centre within the community that offers fitness classes and programs to help you get back in shape.
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Chaparral?
Avenue Magazine Rankings
A fantastic place to live, with waterfront houses that boast exceptionally gorgeous views of the lake. A friendly neighbourhood. People are active and take part in many activities within the community.
According to Calgary’s Avenue Magazine 2020 ranking, Chaparral is the 119th most desirable neighbourhood. Here are the scores:
- Overall rank for Best Neighbourhoods 2020: 119
- Restaurant access points: 8
- Public recreation facility access points: 36
- Parks and green space points: 37
- Pathway points: 15
- WalkScore: 23
- TransitScore: 34
Interesting Facts about Chaparral
Schools In or Near Chaparral
Chaparral’s schools serve children residing in Chaparral. However, children have the option of attending schools in the neighbouring communities as well. Here is a list of assigned schools.
Public Schools
- Chaparral Elementary School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Sundance School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Lake Bonavista School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Canyon Meadows School (Kindergarten and Elementary)
- MidSun School (Middle, High)
- Centennial High School (High)
- Robert Warren School (Middle, High)
- Willow Park School (Elementary, Middle, High)
Catholic Schools
- St. Sebastian School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Father Whelihan School (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High)
- St. Teresa of Calcutta School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- École Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix (Kindergarten, Elementary, Prekindergarten)
- All Saints High School (High)
Private Schools
- Glenmore Christian Academy
- Third Academy Calgary
Demographics
According to the 2016 Census of Calgary published in 2019, 13,475 residents lived in private households that same year.
Almost 70% of the people are between 15 and 64 years, and 26% are between 0 and 14 years. The average household size is 3.2. Almost 90% of the families are couples living with or without children at home. The English language is spoken in 87% of the households.
About 77% of the population are non-immigrants. Owners occupy over 90% of the homes, and the rest are rented out.
Subdivision Areas
Lake Chaparral is the largest division in Chaparral. The other subdivision areas include Chaparral Valley and Chaparral Ridge.
Developer/builder/history
The community of Chaparral is a relatively recent development. It was developed in 1995 by Genstar and named after its Mediterranean climate biome. The community is represented by the Ward 14 councillor in the Calgary City Council.
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Contact UsFAQs about Chaparral Real Estate and Neighborhood
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Which is the closest hospital?
South Health Campus is a state-of-art hospital just south of the Auburn Bay community of Calgary and a 10-minute drive away from Chaparral.
SCPCN Wellness Centre on 194 Avenue SE is a primary care network wellness centre with friendly and helpful staff, fantastic doctors, excellent maternity and family care, and more.
Lake Chaparral Dental Care is the community’s dental clinic for general, preventative, and cosmetic services.
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Is there childcare available in Chaparral?
Yes, Wholesome Beginnings Montessori is a Day Care Centre within the community.
Magical Little Thinkers in Chaparral Valley offers home-based preschool and daycare in a family atmosphere.
Learn N Play Childcare is a private daycare center on Chaparral Ridge Park SE where you can leave your tiny tots for a few hours.
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Is there a library in the area?
Shawnessy Library on Shawville Boulevard SE is a short drive away (less than 3 km). If you don’t find a book that you want, you can simply order it from their catalogue, and it will be delivered to the library.
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What is the crime like in the area?
The crime rate is low in Chaparral. Most crimes are property crimes like theft and vandalism. On the whole, families in this area say they feel safe living here.
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How do I get around Chaparral?
Chaparral is a car-dependent neighbourhood. That means you will need a car to complete most errands. The community has a bike score of 56/100, which represents the neighbourhood is somewhat bikeable. At least four bus routes are passing through the community.
The closest LRTs to Chaparral are Somerset-Bridlewood CTrain Station and Shawnessy CTrain Station. Fish Creek – Lacombe CTrain Station and Canyon Meadows CTrain Station are less than 4 km away.