West Springs is recognized for its family-friendly environment and community events that foster local engagement​. West Springs homes for sale showcase a mix of luxury single-family homes, modern townhouses, and stylish condos with features like large windows and private gardens. The community emphasizes green spaces and top schools. Residents of West Springs enjoy parks, pathways, schools, and the West Springs Community Association, making it an ideal place for families. This delightful family community, located near Canada Olympic Park, provides a diverse range of property options, ranging from starter homes and townhomes to spectacular luxury estates. Discover West Springs real estate and contact The Group at RE/MAX First for premier Calgary real estate options.
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West Springs is a modern and upscale community in NorthWest Calgary offering extensive amenities and green spaces. The area is a more recent community in Southwest Calgary's famed West Hills neighbourhood.
West Springs real estate offers a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and condos, often with modern designs and spacious layouts. Ready to find your dream home in West Springs? Contact The Group at RE/MAX First today! Our experienced agents are here to assist you with all your West Springs real estate needs.
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West Springs is an excellent choice for families looking for an urban lifestyle close to the Rockies.
West Springs, which is located in Calgary's southwest quadrant, was annexed into the city in 1995. The development of this neighbourhood began in 2001, making it one of the city's newer neighbourhoods. West Springs attracts younger families looking for an urban lifestyle close to the Rockies.
It is located on the city's western outskirts and is flanked to the west by Springbank's acreages and estate homes. It is bordered on the east by 69 Street W, on the south by Bow Trail, and on the north by Old Banff Coach Road, Cougar Ridge, and Canada Olympic Park. The location is ideal for individuals who need to commute to the city every day but still want to be able to enjoy the mountains on the weekends.
Bow Trail provides a quick drive to downtown, and there are lots of retail, dining, and professional services within walking distance. Despite staying on the city's western outskirts, homeowners here enjoy the benefits of everything Calgary has to offer.
The West Springs neighbourhood generally attracts families that enjoy upscale shopping and dining experiences and the abundant natural beauty of the Rockies and Kananaskis Country. The community is also very child-friendly and offers many kids activities.
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West Springs is a prime location in the city of Calgary which is close to the Rocky Mountains as well as the city centre. You can find single-family detached homes through most of West Springs but a few condominiums can be found. The community is young, vibrant, and ideal for younger families that want access to modern amenities as well as world-class schools and recreational facilities.
West Springs REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood
Take a tour of West Springs 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 community of Cougar Ridge.
Community Established 2001
The community of West Springs has been developed into low-density row townhouse condos and relatively new homes. It is a quick easy drive to downtown Calgary. Edworthy Park provides opportunities for the nature lover and West Hills gives the shopper an outlet to spend some time.
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Contact UsAmenities in West Springs — Live, Work, & Play
West Springs is nestled right next to the Canadian Rockies on the North which offers the residents an unmatched outdoor experience. It’s also bordered to the North by Canada Olympic Park and has easy access to Edworthy Park as well.
With the abundant natural beauty and outdoor activities available all around the year, residents of West Springs can easily find something to do after work or on the weekends. For adventure enthusiasts, Canada Olympic Park offers various skiing experiences including skiing, skating, hockey, and snowboarding lessons. WinSport, the operators of Canada Olympic Park, also offers other training programs for families of developmental and competitive athletes.
Members can also access a professional gym and the Bill Warren Training Centre that provides physiotherapy, fitness, and personal training services. Apart from the sporting and fitness options, WinSport also provides meeting and event spaces, live entertainment, and catering options for the events.
With hundreds of kilometres of hiking and bike paths, Banff National Park offers a variety of recreational activities. You'll also be 'base camped' in the heart of one of the world's most unmatched outdoor recreation areas, with 5 world-class ski resorts, 6 world-class golf courses, excellent fly-fishing rivers, lakes, and thousands of miles of hiking and cross-country ski trails, all within a one-hour driving radius.
West Springs residents can also enjoy the other mesmerising locations in the Canadian Rockies including Jasper, Lake Louise, and the Kananaskis ski glacier.
Some other amenities you can enjoy around West Springs include:
- Shopping at the West Springs Village shopping mall.
- Shopping at Westbrook Mall
- Shopping at the Aspen Landing Shopping Centre.
- Enjoy the historical Lawrey Gardens and the magnificent Douglas Fir trail at Edworthy Park.
- Enjoy off-leash hours with your pet at one of the many hiking and walking trails of Edworthy Park.
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in West Springs?
Avenue Magazine Rankings
West Springs is an excellent choice for young families. There are several parks and playgrounds where children can wear off extra energy, and the community also supports summer programmes as well as youth soccer and little league teams. In the neighbourhood, there are multiple strip malls and commercial centres with restaurants and all of the main supermarket brands, which contribute to the area's walkability.
- Overall rank for Best Neighbourhood: 122
- WalkScore: 35
- TransitScore: 43
- Parks and green space points: 3
- Public recreation facility access points: 26
- Restaurant access points: 37
Interesting Facts about West Springs
Schools In or Near West Springs
There are several public, private, and Catholic schools that offer elementary, middle, and high school programs close to Valley Ridge.
Public Schools
- West Ridge School
- West Springs School
- Westgate School
- Glenmeadows School
- Ernest Manning High School
- École de la Rose Sauvage
- Langevin School
- Willow Park School
Catholic Schools
- St. Joan of Arc School
- Holy Name French Immersion
- École Ste-Marguerite-Bourgeoys
- St. Margaret School
- St. Mary’s High School
Private Schools
- Calgary French and International School
- Calgary Waldorf School
Demographics
West Springs was founded in 2001 when the land, which was formerly part of the Municipal District of Rocky View's East Springbank region, was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1995. Wentworth is the western extension of the neighbourhood, west of 85th Street SW and stretching into the aspen parkland.
West Springs had an estimated population of 8,228 people living in 2,795 homes in the 2012 municipal census, up 4.8% from its 2011 population of 7,849.
In 2000, the typical household income in this neighbourhood was $88,328, and 9.8% of the households were considered low-income.
Immigrants made up 28.2% of the population in 2000. Only 5.9% of the housing was rented, and all of the buildings were single-family detached residences. The remaining homes were occupied by their owners.
The community's median age is 36.5 years, with 3 persons per family and an almost equal gender ratio of 48.83% male and 51.17% female residents.
4% of Valley Ridge residents are over the age of 65, compared to 10% for the rest of Calgary.
FAQs about West Springs Real Estate and Neighborhood
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What are the people like in this community?
The residents of West Springs are young, vibrant, and enthusiastic about the outdoors. Nearly 36% of residents were younger than 19 years according to the civic census of 2014.
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What kind of extracurricular activities are offered?
The community is extremely child-friendly and has plenty of extracurricular activities that children of all ages can enjoy. They can engage in sports such as soccer or skating or help out at the community gardening events and much more.
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What if I need child care?
Several day-care and before/after school childcare facilities are available within the West Springs community.
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Is there a community association?
The West Springs-Cougar Ridge Community Association serves both communities with many activities and volunteering opportunities such as community clean-ups, fundraisers, adult fitness programs, summer camps for kids, and much more.
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What’s the closest hospital?
Foothills Medical Centre is the nearest hospital and provides a wide range of healthcare services including a 24-hour emergency department.