80 STRATHLEA PLACE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$1,085,000
Strathcona Park- Located On A Quiet Street With A Pie Shaped Lot Backing Onto The Ravine Makes This The Best Location In Springhaven!! This Home Has Over 3300 Sq. Ft. Of Developed Living Space With A Fully Developed Walk-out Basement. The Wide-open Main Floor Captures The... Read More »
80 Strathlea Place Sw
Strathcona Park, Calgary, Alberta
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2,392 Square FT
MLS® #A2013066
12 STRADWICK WAY SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$739,900
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12 Stradwick Way Sw
Strathcona Park, Calgary, Alberta
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,764 Square FT
MLS® #A2016982
1301 STRATHCONA DRIVE SW IN CALGARY ALBERTA
$735,000
This 2+2-bedroom Airconditioned Bungalow In Strathcona Park - Spring Haven Exudes Pride Of Ownership And Offers Over 2,500sf Of Developed Living Space On Two Levels. Upon Entry You Will Be Welcomed By Gleaming Hardwood Flooring And Soaring 12’-15' Vaulted Ceilings, Anchor... Read More »
1301 Strathcona Drive Sw
Strathcona Park, Calgary, Alberta
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,669 Square FT
MLS® #A2019119
Strathcona Park Real Estate — a suburban area in Calgary, Alberta's southwest quadrant.
Known for its rich vegetation and fresh air, Strathcona Park is the oldest community West Calgary. It shares close ties with its newer neighbours, Aspen Woods and Christie Park.
Strathcona Park is a suburban area in Calgary, Alberta's southwest quadrant. It is bordered on the north by Bow Trail, on the east by Sarcee Trail, the south by Strathcona Drive, as well as the neighbourhood of Christie Park, and on the west by Strathcona Park Blvd. Strathcona Park is located in the heart of the Signal Hill neighbourhood.
The area is home to all 23 hectares of the Strathcona Ravines Park, which is completely engulfed by the Strathcona and Christie communities. The ravines were preserved during the development of the neighbourhood and have become a gem in the heart of a suburban community.
Bow Trail provides easy and quick access to downtown, and the West LRT station is just a few blocks down on 69th Street. You can also find the notable Westside Recreation Centre just a short drive into Christie Park.
The community shares close ties with surrounding neighbourhoods, such as the Coach Hill community North of Strathcona and the Christie Park community to the South. It also shares a strong bond with the newer neighbourhoods of Aspen Woods, West Springs, and Springbank hill, all located to the West of Strathcona Park.
Strathcona Park REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood
Take a tour of Strathcona Park 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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Located on Signal Hill, Strathcona Park is the oldest community in the Strathcona Christie Aspen area. The area was annexed in 1956 from the Municipal District of Rockyview, but wasn’t established and developed until the 1980’s, making it a relatively new community in Calgary. Fresh air, rich vegetation, the area is a family oriented community with close ties with Aspen Wood and Christie Park.
Calgary Real Estate Quadrant: SouthWest Calgary
Similar neighboring communities of Patterson and Coach Hill.
Community Established 1980
Strathcona Park real estate features lovely luxury homes on a lofty escarpment with river valley and city views on the East hillside. The community is near spacious Edworthy Park and the amenities of the Westside Recreational Center.
If you are looking for a Strathcona Park home contact one of our area experts! They are able to provide you with up to date stats on housing sales, and prices in the area as well as customized reports of listings available that might suite your individual needs. Give us a call today at (403) 255 9555.
Contact UsAmenities in Strathcona Park — Live, Work, & Play
Parks —
Strathcona Park surrounds one side of the Strathcona Ravines Park, which is a natural gem in the suburbs. It offers many hiking trails and off-leash areas, along with breathtaking views of the valley. Apart from this, many houses in the neighbourhood offer spectacular views of the ravines on one side and the beautiful cityscape on the other. But, that's not all – the community is also close to two other notable Calgary Parks and has easy access to both of them.
Edworthy Park is a great spot to visit with your children and pets. There are off-leash areas and also hiking and cycling trails, where your pooch can run about freely. The exquisite Douglas Fir trail and the Lawrey Gardens are also near the area. Throughout the year, you can use the park's playgrounds, picnic shelters, fire and barbecue pits, and gazebos.
The community is also close to the Canadian Rockies and offers residents the choice to head over to any of the locations such as Banff, Jasper, or the glacier-fed Lake Louise.
Some other facilities you might enjoy around Strathcona Park are:
- Shopping at the Strathcona Square shopping plaza that hosts a wide range of shops, services, and dining options.
- Shopping at the West Hills Towne Centre that offers contemporary shopping, dining, entertainment, and family-friendly services.
- One of the many facilities offered at the Westside Recreation Centre includes indoor and outdoor sports facilities, gyms, skating rinks, and other programs suitable for all age groups.
- Participate in one of the many activities conducted by the SCA community association throughout the year.
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Strathcona Park?
Strathcona Park provides various housing styles to individuals and families looking for affordable to mid-range homes. The residents of this community are very friendly and involved in the community and all the work done by the community association.
The Strathcona-Christie-Aspen community association, commonly called the SCA community association, serves all three communities, as the name suggests. It has a community centre that is very busy around the year and offers a variety of programs for adults, children, seniors, and also hosts family events from time to time.
Avenue Magazine Rankings
- Overall rank for Best Neighbourhood: 60
- WalkScore: 32
- TransitScore: 49
- Parks and green space points: 15
- Public recreation facility access points: 18
- Restaurant access points: 18
Interesting Facts about Strathcona Park
Schools In or Near Strathcona Park
Strathcona Park is close to a variety of elementary, middle, and high schools, both public and private.
Public Schools
- Olympic Heights School
- École de la Rose Sauvage
- Glenmeadows School
- Killarney School
- Westgate School
- Ernest Manning High School
- Vincent Massey School
- Langevin School
Catholic Schools
- John W. Costello Catholic School
- St. Mary's High School
- St. Michael School
- Holy Name French Immersion
- École Ste-Marguerite-Bourgeoys
- St. Gregory School
- St. Margaret School
Private Schools
- Rundle College Elementary School
- Rundle College Jr/Sr High School
Demographics
Strathcona Park had a total population of 7,033 people living in 2,436 homes in the 2012 municipal census, down 0.1% from the previous year's figure of 7,039.
In 2000, the typical family income in this community was $105,139, and 9.8% of the residents were considered low-income compared to the rest of the community.
Immigrants made for about 20.5% of the population in 2000. All of the houses were single-family detached residences. 7.9% of the housing was used for renting, while the remaining properties were occupied by their owners.
The community's median age is 41.5 years, with an average of 3 persons per family and an equal gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female residents.
Housing
Strathcona Park is classified into two parts – the older side that is to the East of Strathcona Blvd, and the newer part that lies to the West of Strathcona Blvd. The neighbourhood consists mainly of low- to mid-range single-family detached homes and townhomes.
The older section of the community is set in beautiful landscaping of mature trees and also offers majestic views of the city's skyline. The newer section, on the other hand, is set along a winding ravine and offers homes that back onto natural greenspaces.
Our agents can help you buy the home of your dreams in this coveted neighbourhood. Give us a call today at (403) 255 9555 for the latest listings, discounted prices, and the most recent market trends in the area.
Contact UsFAQs about Strathcona Park Real Estate and Neighborhood
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What's the nearest rec centre?
Westside Recreational Centre is the nearest rec centre for residents of Strathcona and offers training, and recreational opportunities to all members. With an indoor pool, climbing wall and skate park there’s sure to activities to suite every member of your family.
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What is the best place to go shopping?
Strathcona Square shopping plaza is located within the community and offers a wide range of shopping and dining options.
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Will the kids have access to extracurricular activities?
The SCA community association offers plenty of extracurricular activities to kids. They can also access sports facilities at the Westside rec centre.
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Are there any nearby gyms?
Zeal Performance is a gym located within the community and provides state-of-the-art facilities to all members. Westside Rec center also offers classes including Zumba, yoga, cycling and more!
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What are the people like in this community?
The residents of Strathcona are friendly and actively involved in the community through the various programmes organized by the SCA community association.