43 DISCOVERY RIDGE POINT SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$2,100,000
A Stunning Home With Over 4300 Developed Sq. Ft. Of Timeless Sophisticated Design, Custom Built And Professionally Decorated Featuring Unparalleled Craftsmanship And Materials On A Premier Lot Backing Onto The Forest Awaits You In Discovery Ridge. Featured In Several Maga... Read More »
43 Discovery Ridge Point Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,817 Square FT
MLS® #A1212281
63 DISCOVERY RIDGE POINT SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$1,450,000
It’s Like Bragg Creek Outside Your Door! An Amazing And Rare Opportunity To Live On A 9719 Sq. Ft. Pie Lot On The Most Desired Cul-de-sac In Upper Discovery Ridge. Backing Onto A Forested And Protected Natural Reserve! This Entire Home Was Custom Designed By The Owner An... Read More »
63 Discovery Ridge Point Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,190 Square FT
MLS® #A1212607
60 DISCOVERY RIDGE CIRCLE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$1,275,000
Rare Location In Discovery Ridge. Quiet Street Off The Main Boulevard Backs Onto The Forest. South Facing Backyard. Literally, Nature At Your Back Door. Your Stunning 3 Bed + Office/den 2.5 Bath Executive Bungalow Walk Out Home Offers Almost 3300 Sq Ft Of Developed Spac... Read More »
60 Discovery Ridge Circle Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,875 Square FT
MLS® #A1206855
279 DISCOVERY RIDGE BOULEVARD SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$989,000
Fully Developed Basement. 4 Beds + Office Above Level, 2 Other Rooms (walk-in Closet In One Of Them) Lower Level. Look No Further! This Is The One You Have Been Looking For! Enjoy The Winter Months With One Of The Two Gas Fireplaces, And Relish The Warm Weather With A... Read More »
279 Discovery Ridge Boulevard Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,424 Square FT
MLS® #A1218378
350 DISCOVERY RIDGE WAY SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$769,000
This Is An Amazing Family Home Situated In A Superb Location Near The End Of The Way On A Huge Private Lot Perfect For Children In The Prestigious Community Of Discovery Ridge! This 2 Storey Home Features An Open Floor Plan, Main Floor Flex Room, A Spacious Family Room W... Read More »
350 Discovery Ridge Way Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,171 Square FT
MLS® #A1209515
15 DISCOVERY WOODS VILLAS SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$700,000
Welcome To Discovery Woods Villas! Rarely Do These Exceptional Walkout Bungalow Villas Become Available! "maintenance Free Living", With Over 2700 Sq Ft Of Total Living Quarters, Hidden In A Quiet, Private Enclave In Discovery Ridge. First Time On The Market-this Pristin... Read More »
15 Discovery Woods Villas Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,456 Square FT
MLS® #A1216035
519, 10 DISCOVERY RIDGE CLOSE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$379,900
This Luxurious Penthouse Boasts 2 Bedrooms And 2 Bathrooms. As You Walk Into The Welcoming Front Entryway, A Gorgeous Open Kitchen Awaits. The Open-plan Living Room Has A Cozy Fireplace To Keep You Warm On Those Winter Nights, Complete With Plenty Of Natural Light From La... Read More »
519, 10 Discovery Ridge Close Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,039 Square FT
MLS® #A1216655
114, 10 DISCOVERY RIDGE CLOSE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$369,000
Incredible Opportunity To Own This Beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Condo In The Wedgewoods Of The Premier Community Of Discovery Ridge! This Concrete Building Is Nestled Up Against The Woods Providing Stunning Nature Views From The South Facing Windows And Balcony! This A... Read More »
114, 10 Discovery Ridge Close Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,033 Square FT
MLS® #A1207867
435, 10 DISCOVERY RIDGE CLOSE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$365,000
Stunning Views Of Griffith Woods From This 4th Floor Unit In The Wedgwoods! This Gorgeous 1031 Sq Ft Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Condo Is Filled With Upgrades. Ceramic Tile Throughout The Entry Way, Kitchen & Bathrooms. Kitchen Is Equipped With Stainless Appliances, Ceramic... Read More »
435, 10 Discovery Ridge Close Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,031 Square FT
MLS® #A1206512
225, 10 DISCOVERY RIDGE CLOSE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$335,000
Do You Love Nature And The Great Outdoors? Have You Ever Dreamt Of Living In The Forest? Well, Now You Can! This May Be The Closest Thing To Living Amongst The Trees, While Having All The Benefits Of The City. The Wedgewoods Of Discovery Is A Very Well Run, Quiet, Self Ma... Read More »
225, 10 Discovery Ridge Close Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 937 Square FT
MLS® #A1222789
217, 30 DISCOVERY RIDGE CLOSE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$269,900
Welcome To Unit #217 Of Chateau 30 In The Wedgewoods Of Discovery Ridge! This Spacious 1 Bedroom + Den Unit Borders An Abundance Of Trees & Is Steps To Griffith Woods Park! A Canmore-like Setting Within City Limits! Step Inside The Inviting Front Entry To Newer Porcelain ... Read More »
217, 30 Discovery Ridge Close Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 802 Square FT
MLS® #A1208392
401, 10 DISCOVERY RIDGE CLOSE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$259,900
Investor Alert: Turn-key Investment In A Well-managed (i.e. On Site Management) Complex; Ideally Situated In One Of Calgary's Premier Neighbourhoods With Immaculate/solid Tenants In Place. Spacious And Impeccable One-bedroom Condo In The Upscale Sw Community Of Discovery ... Read More »
401, 10 Discovery Ridge Close Sw
Discovery Ridge, Calgary, Alberta
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 742 Square FT
MLS® #A1213401
Discovery Ridge Real Estate — a charming Calgary neighbourhood located on the city's western edge.
Welcome to the luxuriant, and affluent southwest Calgary neighbourhood of Discovery Ridge, featuring luxury properties with expansive views of the great outdoors. Built on the banks of the river, Discovery Ridge offers residents magnificent views of lush green forests, mountains, and the stunning Elbow River. The neighbourhood is peaceful, located far enough from the busy parts of the city but close enough for the daily commute into downtown Calgary.
Discovery Ridge is home to some fantastic parks, and those who love sports can make use of the community's playfields. Golf lovers have access to three impressive golf courses in the surrounding areas, and shopaholics have a wide variety of shopping malls at their service.
Discovery Ridge is a fantastic place to bring up children as well. There are several schools in and around the neighbourhood and recreational activities after school.
The neighbourhood of Discovery Ridge is located along the city's western edge. It is bounded to the north by Glenmore Trail, the south by Tsuu T'ina first nation reserve and Elbow River. 69 Street W forms the neighbourhood's eastern border, and the city limits make up its western border.
Discovery Ridge REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood
Take a tour of Discovery Ridge 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.
Similar neighboring community of Eau Claire.
Discovery Ridge is a beautiful community of relatively new luxury homes in Calgary. Surrounded by natural woods, ravines, rivers and wetlands Discovery Ridge's fine properties enjoy a level of distinction consistent of the fine home builders that have chosen to construct here.
Discovery Ridge is perfect for those seeking single-family homes. The homes here are modern, spacious, and sophisticated. Give us a call today at (403) 255 9555.
Contact UsAmenities in Discovery Ridge — Live, Work, & Play
Elbow River —
The stunning Elbow River threads through the city and flows at the edge of the community. The river adds to this community's scenic beauty. There are many walking and biking trails linked to the river passage, and the river is perfect for rafting during the summer months.
Mountains —
Imagine waking up every morning to gorgeous views of the majestic Rockies. That's what you get when you buy a home in Discovery Ridge. Discovery Ridge homes offer sweeping views of the western foothills of The Rocky Mountains that run a total of 3000 miles from British Columbia and Alberta.
Parks —
Griffith Woods Environmental Park is 93 acres of lush parkland within the community of Discovery Ridge. The park is a natural environment park running along the banks of the Elbow River and is full of intertwining paths and miles and miles of trails for the adventurous. Enter the park, and you will feel like you have entirely escaped from the humdrum of everyday life. As a community resident, you will have full access to the park for hiking, skating, walking, horse riding, biking, family trips, or walking your dogs. As well as this fantastic park, Discovery Ridge residents also have access to several well-equipped playgrounds for children. Some of these include:
- Discovery Heights pond
- Discovery Rise Playground
- The Fort Playground
- Discovery Ridge Playground
- Discovery Ridge Circle Park
Discovery Ridge pond is a well-known bird-watching park in the western part of the neighbourhood.
Weaselhead flats and North Glenmore Park, two massive parklands, are not too far off from Discovery Ridge.
Shopping —
Cornerstone Square or Cornerstone Shopping Centre is the community's business centre on Discovery Ridge Hill SW. It has a veterinary hospital, restaurants, Montessori, dry cleaners, a nail bar, a barbershop, a law office, health and wellness clinics, and a pharmacy.
Residents of Discovery Ridge also enjoy the neighbourhood's proximity to more prominent shopping malls like the Westhills Towne Centre and Signal Hill Centre.
Restaurants and bars —
Cornerstone square restaurants include:
- Javino for specialty coffees, delectable wine, beers, and unique foods.
- Maharajah is an East Indian Cuisine restaurant that serves some of India's finest East Indian, Kashmiri, and Mughlai cuisines.
- New Discovery – the best place to pick up a wide range of spirits, wines, and beers.
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Discovery Ridge?
Avenue Magazine Rankings
According to Avenue Calgary's list of the city's most desirable neighbourhoods, Discovery Ridge stands at 163rd place. Some scores assigned to the community for amenities and characteristics that make the neighbourhood desirable include:
- Overall rank for Best Neighbourhoods 2020: 163
- Restaurant access points: 24
- Public recreation facility access points: 7
- Parks and green space points: 24
- Pathway points: 18
- WalkScore: 7
- TransitScore: 29
Interesting Facts about Discovery Ridge
Schools In or Near Discovery Ridge
Children residing in Discovery Ridge are served by a wide variety of public, private, and Catholic schools. Here's a list of assigned schools to choose from:
Public Schools
- Battalion Park School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Glenmeadows School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Glamorgan School (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle)
- Westgate School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Ernest Manning High School (High)
- Central Memorial High School (High)
- École de la Source (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High, Pre-Kindergarten)
- Willow Park School (Elementary, Middle, High)
Catholic Schools
- Holy Name French Immersion School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- St. Michael School (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High)
- École Ste-Marguerite0Bourgeoys (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High)
- St. Margaret School (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High)
- St. Gregory School (Middle, High)
- St. Mary's High School (High)
Private Schools
- Calgary Academy
- Rundle College Jr/Sr High School
Demographics
According to the 2016 Census of Canada, 4,475 people lived in Discovery Ridge that year. There are approximately 1,620 private households in the community, and most of the families have young children living with them. Over 90% of the community is made up of Canadian citizens. Owners occupy around 85% of the community's dwellings, while the rest are rented out.
Housing
Houses in Discovery Ridge are mainly single-detached houses, but you will also find semi-detached houses and apartments. Most of the flats are high-rise buildings (five or more storeys). Most of the dwellings were built between 2001 and 2010. So houses are relatively new, spacious, luxurious, and fitted with the latest amenities.
Developer/builder/history
Back in the 1990s, when development began, the neighbourhood was known as New Discovery. It was intended to be a gated community, but that did not happen. Developer Mac Radford developed the community.
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Contact UsFAQs about Discovery Ridge Real Estate and Neighborhood
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Which is the closest library?
Signal Hill Public Library is less than 2 km from Discovery Ridge, in neighbouring Signal Hill. It is a relatively new state-of-art library spread over 14,000 square feet. The facility has dedicated spaces for children, study, teens, and meetings. Free Wi-Fi is available here, and computers and printers are available for use.Signal Hill Public Library is less than 2 km from Discovery Ridge, in neighbouring Signal Hill. It is a relatively new state-of-art library spread over 14,000 square feet. The facility has dedicated spaces for children, study, teens, and meetings. Free Wi-Fi is available here, and computers and printers are available for use.
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Is the neighbourhood safe?
The total crime rate is 60% lower than the national average, and violent crimes here are 69% lower than the national average. Property crimes are 57% lower than the national average. You only have a 1 in 80 chance of becoming a victim of crime in this neighbourhood. This is a very safe and secure neighbourhood.
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Is there any childcare available here?
Parents will be glad to know daycare is available for their children in the community. 2L Preschool is a daycare centre on Discovery Ridge Bay SW.
Soular Child Montessori Froebel Development Centre is another daycare centre and Montessori school in Cornerstone Square on Discovery Ridge Hill SW. The school follows both the Frobel and Montessori methods to help children explore, investigate, and learn.
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How do I get to the airport?
Calgary International Airport (YYC) is approximately 36.5 kilometres north of Discovery Ridge and takes about 30 minutes to reach via AB-8 and AB-2 N.
There is another route via Crowchild Trail SW that would take you 36 minutes to reach the airport, although the distance is shorter (33 kilometres).
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Is there public transport?
Discovery Ridge is a car-dependant neighbourhood, and you will require a car to complete most errands. The community has excellent and reliable public transport, and at least one bus route passes through the community. 69 Street CTrain Station is the closest LRT and is less than two kilometres from the community.