The only man-made lake community in Northwest Calgary. It is situated in the Country Hills Boulevard in the north, Crowchild Trail in the south, Stoney Trail in the west and Nose Hill Drive in the east. It was established in 1992. It was conceptualized by David Poppit along with the community’s developer, the Melcor Developments Ltd with a lake neighbourhood and grassy landscape in mind. Today, the neighbourhood is known for its lake, parks and mountain view that paves a way to a lot of outdoor recreational activities such as skating, biking, hiking, swimming, boating, and fishing to name a few.
Real Estate Statistics for Arbour Lake
| Average Price | $574K |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $150K |
| Highest Price | $2M |
| Total Listings | 22 |
| Avg. Days On Market | 62 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $324 |
Property Types (active listings)
Arbour Lake Houses for Sale
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INFORMATION ABOUT Arbour Lake, CALGARY
The community of Arbour Lake is located in the Northwest quadrant in the city of Calgary, continuously ranked as one of the top communities by many different media outlets including Avenue Magazine where the community of Arbour Lake landed as the 7th best community in 2016. With it's spectacular location, Arbour Lake offers some of the most scenic views in the city of the mountains, and provides potential buyers a large variety of potential options including single family homes, townhomes, and condominiums at a variety of price points and styles throughout. The Rocky Mountain views aren't the only thing that this community has to offer, it's the only lake community in this quadrant of the city, making it highly desirable for buyers looking to add lake access to their home buying checklist. The lake in this community offers crystal clear water and over 10 acres in size, with plenty of outdoor lake options including boating, swimming, and fishing as the lake is actively stocked with trout. This community is bordered by Country Hills Boulevard to the north, with Crowchild Trail to the south, and major road way access with Stoney Trail to the West and Nose Hill Drive to its east. In this community you'll find a wide variety of styles and offerings for single family homes, including lakefront properties, 55+ community living, executive condominiums and more. Established in 1992 the community of Arbour Lake continues to see growth and expansion as the city pushes further out.
The allure of Arbour Lake begins with families creating fond memories of the community as it carries a strong grasp of the word community, with many recreational opportunities throughout including skating, swimming, boating, fishing, skating, or just sun bathing on a hot summer day this community offers city living infused with lake lifestyle recreation. You'll find plenty of retail options in the Crowfoot area including gyms (the YMCA) restaurants, movie theatres, grocery and hardware stores, boutique shops and commercial institutions. For more information on this well equipped community, keep reading below, where you'll find information on transit, school options for your kids, including a complete list of nearby options, frequently asked questions about this area and much more.
Search the local Public and Private schools in the community of Arbour Lake
The neighbourhood of Arbour Lake serves residents a large selection of schools that are within a comfortable distance (for walking) this includes St. Matthew School, David Thompson, Arbour Lake Elementary School and Lord Beaverbrook Highschool.
Arbour Lake Public Schools: Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
Arbour Lake Separate Schools: Catholic Separate School Board
Arbour Lake French Immersion Schools: Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
Nearest Schools for the Community of Arbour Lake
| School | Board | Type | Address | Distance |
| Hawkwood School | Public | Elementary | 650 Hawkwood Blvd. NW | 1.17 km |
| St. Maria Goretti | Separate | Elementary | 375 Hawkstone Dr. NW | 1.24 km |
| St. Rita | Separate | Elementary | 7811 Ranchview Dr. NW | 1.70 km |
| Msgr. E. L. Doyle | Separate | Elementary | 8887 Scurfield Dr. NW | 1.84 km |
| Scenic Acres School | Public | Elementary | 50 Scurfield Way NW | 1.91 km |
| St. Ambrose | Separate | Junior High | 1500 Arbour Lake Road NW | 0.81 km |
| Arbour Lake School | Public | Junior High | 27 Arbour Crescent Drive NW | 0.93 km |
| St. Brigid | Separate | Junior High | 730 Citadel Way NW | 1.69 km |
| Tom Baines Junior High School | Public | Junior High | 250 Edgepark Boulevard NW | 2.63 km |
| H.D. Cartwright Junior High | Public | Junior High | 5500 Dalhart Road NW | 3.18 km |
| Bowness High School | Public | High School | 4627 - 77th Street NW | 4.49 km |
| Sir Winston Churchill High | Public | High School | 5220 Northland Drive NW | 5.20 km |
| Sir William Van Horne High | Public | High School | 2215 Uxbridge Drive NW | 8.08 km |
| St. Francis | Separate | High School | 877 Northmount Dr. NW | 8.20 km |
| William Aberhart High School | Public | High School | 3009 Morley Trail NW | 8.32 km |
Arbour Lake Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are there good LRT transportation options?
Absolutely! There are many bus routes that service the community and the Crowfoot train station is just minutes away.
Does this community have a community association that's local?
Yes! Residents of this community are proudly served by the Arbour Lake Residents Association.
What is the Median Condominium Price in Arbour Lake?
In Arbour Lake the media condominium price typically tends to be around $250,000 to $350,000
What is the average Arbour Lake house price?
The average home price in Arbour Lake typically hovers between $450,000 and $550,000
How big is the average lot in this community?
Although you'll definitely find a nice range of lot sizes throughout including large ones with estate homes, the average lot size in this community is around 450 - 500 square meters.
I work downtown, what would the commute time be from Arbour Lake?
In rush hour conditions you'll typically see a commute time of 25 minutes and up to 45 minutes on average, on incremental weather days this number can certainly rise up quickly.
Are there outdoor green spaces or playgrounds for kids in the community?
You bet there are! At the Arbour Lake Residents Association, throughout the community, at schools, and the clubhouse you'll find areas for outdoor activities, and spaces for kids to play.
What is the average family income in this community?
Residents of Arbour Lake typically have a household income of around $110,000
What is the population?
The community has a population that hovers just above 10,500+
What percentage of homes in the community are detached single family structures?
Single family detached homes make up 77% of all household dwellings by structure type
Arbour Lake Real Estate Statistics | 2020 Arbour Lake Home Statistics and Sales
Quick Facts About the Arbour Lake Community
Quadrant: Northwest Calgary
Median total household income (before tax) 2015 $109,790
Population as of 2016 in Arbour Lake was 10,760
Renter Households hover around the 10% mark
Single Family Homes in the community make up 77% of all dwellings
Percentage of individuals in the area who bike or walk to work is 3%
Arbour Lake Crime Information
Arbour Lake is a relatively low crime community and is considered quite safe, a majority of criminal activity seen here is highly focused on vehicle vandalism, theft, and other petty crimes. As with any community in the city of Calgary, we always recommend clients invest in indoor and outdoor security equipment to best protect your loved ones inside.
Closest Arbour Lake LRT Stations
| Station | Distance |
| LRT - Crowfoot Station | 1.35 km |
| LRT - Dalhousie Station | 4.15 km |
| LRT - Brentwood Station | 6.05 km |
| LRT - University Station | 7.73 km |
| LRT - Banff Trail Station | 8.91 km |
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Arbour Lake Pictures
Plenty of walk out single family homes available in Arbour Lake!
There's Plenty of schools and parks in and around the community making this a great destination for growing families!
Take your pet for a stroll to one of the many green spaces and burn them out with the ball!
Explore the many shopping opportunities within the crowfoot shopping centres, from restaurants to physiotherapists, there's many options for residents!
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