Southwood Calgary Real Estate
Southwood has been acknowledged for its vibrant community programs and active neighborhood association. Southwood real estate showcases mid-century bungalows, split-level homes, and contemporary townhouses. Condos in Southwood are designed to provide affordable, modern living options close to parks and schools​. The community features parks, playgrounds, and the Southwood Community Centre, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere. With easy access to major roadways, public transit, and shopping centers, Southwood combines suburban comfort with urban convenience. Browse homes for sale in Southwood and get in touch with The Group at RE/MAX First for top-notch Calgary real estate services.
Southwood Homes for Sale
Southwood is a well-established community in South Calgary known for its mature trees, spacious lots, and convenient location. The community of Southwood is one of the best neighbourhoods in Calgary, with all the necessary amenities available in the community itself. This is a quiet, family-friendly residential neighbourhood perfect for young families and those working in the city.
Homes for sale in Southwood display a variety of housing options, including single-family homes and townhouses. Ready to make Southwood your new home? Contact The Group at RE/MAX First for all your real estate needs in Southwood. Let our experienced agents help you find the perfect property in this charming community. Call us now to schedule a home showing and discover the best of Southwood real estate.
Southwood Real Estate
Southwood is a well-established and vibrant Southwest Calgary residential community.
Welcome to the southwest Calgary residential neighbourhood of Southwood. Southwood is a well-established and vibrant community nestled between Macleod Trail, 14 Street SW, Southland Drive, and Anderson Road on the east, west, north, and south, respectively. This lovely neighbourhood is the perfect residential area for families. It is one of Calgary’s top 50 most desirable neighbourhoods because it is close to shopping centres, restaurants, parks, schools, and more. Residents don’t have to travel far to pick up their daily groceries, and all the services are available within the community or a stone’s throw away.
Those who have to travel to other parts of the city or downtown Calgary for work are very satisfied with the public transport available in the area. There are several major arterial and commuter roads around the neighbourhood, making travel fast and easy. Elbow Drive, one of the city’s main access roads, bisects the community.
Southwood REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood
Take a tour of Southwood 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.
Calgary Real Estate Quadrant: SouthWest Calgary
Similar neighboring communities of Willow Park, Braeside and Woodlands.
Community Established 1959
Homes for sale in Southwood Calgary offer the benefits of an established neighbourhood. Development in the area is primarily single-family housing with larger lots and plenty of green space. The community contains several schools and was built primarily for family residential development. The L.R.T. system and major roadways are close by and the Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club is minutes away as well.
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Contact UsAmenities in Southwood — Live, Work, & Play
Parks —
Southwood’s residents have several community parks to use. Younger children and toddlers love the Sacramento Drive SW Park on Sacramento Drive SW for its fantastic playground, sports fields, and ball diamond.
Southdale Road SW has a playground fully equipped with safe and yet adventurous equipment for young climbers and crawlers.
The Sacramento Drive SW playground boasts of a playground as well as a trail.
On the southwest border of the neighbourhood is the expansive Southwood off-leash dog park for pets. The park is open 24x7.
Families also have access to the Southwood Community Association Park, which has something for the entire family, including a playground, multiple sports fields, basketball courts, rinks, ball diamonds, and even a skateboard park.
Shopping —
Southwood is a shopper’s paradise and offers some of the best variety at the most fantastic prices. Residents make their way to Real Canadian Superstore for everyday grocery shopping, a grocery store on Southport Road SW that offers in-store shopping, curbside pickup, and home delivery. As well as groceries, the facility has an ATM, pharmacy, mobile shop, clothing shop, and a medical clinic.
Kevin’s No Frills is another grocery store in the community that offers in-store shopping.
Southwood Corner on the community’s north has a wide range of restaurants and retail shops.
Southcentre Mall, on the other side of Macleod Trail, is just a short drive away and is worth the drive because this is one of the city’s best and most sophisticated malls.
Fitness —
World Gym in the Southland Center and Tower offers a variety of training equipment and group classes for everyone at an affordable rate, making health and fitness accessible to anyone.
Fit2age on Elbow Drive SW promotes wellbeing for aging adults through exercise and education. The facility offers balance and strength classes, both online and on-premises.
Live Well Exercise Clinic in Southland Park 2 is an ultra-private gym for people with health concerns to help them sleep better, improve blood pressure and energy levels, and help them live life to the fullest. Every member is under the guidance of a team of expert and high-trained clinical exercise physiologists.
Restaurants and bars —
There are many bars and restaurants just off Macleod Trail in Willow Park Village when it comes to food and drink. Some of these include:
- Wellingtons of Calgary – a venerable steakhouse that offers classic meats, seafood, and cocktails.
- Chianti Café – Italian restaurant
- Caesar’s Steak House & SPQR Lounge
- Sushi Ginza Japanese Restaurant
- Earls Kitchen + Bar
- Broken Plate Greek Restaurant YYC
- Tutti Frutti Breakfast & Lunch
Within Southwood itself, there is:
- Modern Ocean
- Boston Pizza
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Southwood?
Avenue Magazine Rankings
Avenue Calgary’s list of most desirable neighbourhoods has listed Southwood as the 44th most desirable Calgary neighbourhood. Here’s a look at the scores assigned for various amenities and characteristics that make the neighbourhood desirable.
- Overall rank for Best Neighbourhoods 2020: 44
- Restaurant access points: 119
- Public recreation facility access points: 83
- Parks and green space points: 13
- Pathway points: 10
- WalkScore: 43
- TranitScore: 62
Interesting Facts about Southwood
Schools In or Near Southwood
Residents of Southwood are served by the community’s excellent kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high schools. Children of Southwood either attend these schools or the other schools around the area. Here is a list of the assigned schools:
Public Schools
- Ethel M. Johnson School (Kindergarten, Elementary) (within the community)
- Willow Park School (Elementary, Middle, High)
- École de la Source (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High, Pre-Kindergarten)
- Lake Bonavista School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- Harold Panabaker School (Middle, High)
- Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School (High)
- Robert Warren School (Middle, High)
- Fairview School (Elementary, Middle, High)
Catholic Schools
- St. Stephen School (Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle, High) (within the community)
- St. Gerard School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- St. Benedict School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
- École Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix (Kindergarten, Elementary, Pre-Kindergarten)
- Bishop Grandin High School (High)
Private Schools
- Akiva Academy
- West Island College
Demographics
According to the Census of Canada 2016, 6,225 people lived in Southwood that same year. The community has a large percentage of children (15%) and seniors (12%). There are about 2,560 households in Southwood. Most of the families are couples without kids at home. Almost 99% of the population speaks English. Non-Canadian citizens make up about 16% of the population.
Owners occupy more than 60% of the community’s dwellings, while the rest are rented out.
Housing
Over 50% of the dwellings in Southwood are single-detached houses. There is quite a range of row houses, apartments, and some semi-detached houses and duplexes.
Developer/builder/history
The community of Southwood was established in 1960 and is represented by the Ward 11 councillor at the Calgary City Council. Commercial developments in the community include Southland Park and Southwood Corner mini-mall.
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Contact UsFAQs about Southwood Real Estate and Neighborhood
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Which is the best restaurant in Southwood?
Modern Ocean Seafood & Oyster Bar is a seafood restaurant that offers much more than great food. If you love oysters, the restaurant provides half-price oysters from 5 to 6 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. The restaurant also has some phenomenal steaks, excellent wine, and fast service. The restaurant is a bit on the expensive side but is definitely worth it. Modern Ocean is located on Southport Road SW.
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What amenities are available within the community?
The community has its restaurant and fast food outlets, gyms, pubs, liquor stores, dental offices, grocery stores, gas stations, cafes, organic markets, car repair, and more.
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How long does it take to get to the airport?
Calgary International Airport, commonly referred to as YYC, is less than 33 kilometers from Southwood. It will take approximately 24 minutes to get to the airport via the fastest route – via AB-2 N. Another route is via AB-8 E and AB-2N, which is slightly shorter but will take you longer to get there. The shortest route is via Blackfoot Trail SE N and AB-2 N, but it will take you about five minutes longer to reach the airport.
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How do I get around – public transportation, etc.?
Southwood is a very walkable neighbourhood, but you will require a car to complete most errands. The community is connected to a very reliable public transport system. At least 13 bus lines are passing through Southwood.
The closest LRTs are Anderson CTrain Station and Southland CTrain Station, less than a kilometer away. Other nearby LRT stations include Canyon Meadows, Heritage, and Fish Creek – Lacombe CTrain Stations.
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Are there alternative grocery options?
Southwood has its own community garden. Gardeners have the option of getting involved with the neighbourhood’s community garden.