aspen woods Southwest Calgary
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ABOUT ASPEN WOODS Located in Calgary’s exclusive Southwest side, Aspen Woods is one of the newer, hipper neighborhoods in this section of Alberta, Canada. It is an affluent neighbourhood located in Calgary’s southwest close to 17th Avenue SW and 69th Street SW. Aspen Woods is home to some of the best and most prestigious estate properties the city has to offer. Most homes in Aspen Woods are priced over $1 million and include wonderful custom features that Melcom Homes can also create for you. Most of these homes are larger executive houses that average close to 3,000 square feet. One of Calgary’s most expensive listings ever was located in this area. It was first listed at more than $12 million. Aspen Woods has great amenities and attractions, but is very well taken because of its proximity to some major transportation routes. 17th Avenue SW gives residents quick access to downtown, only 15 minutes away. This suburban gem has many parks, green space, forests and scenic lakes. Amenities in the area are good as well. Aspen Landing Shopping Centres is the largest shopping area and is home to many popular retail stores, restaurants and coffee shops. This shopping district is aesthetically stunning and features a large waterfall that flows into a small lake that can be seen along 17th Avenue SW. There is one large high school in the community and one of the city’s largest recreation facilities called the Westside Recreation Centre. Public Transportation is great with a new train station located on 17th Avenue SW and 69th Street SW. Sarcee Trail SW and Bow Trail are the two major transportation routes that feed this community. Overall, Aspen Woods is one of Calgary’s most desirable suburban neighbourhoods, home to some of the city’s most unique and exclusive properties.
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TOP EIGHT REASONS TO LIVE HERE 1. Suburban Parks and Recreation These residents enjoy the convenience of living close to many parks, playgrounds and outdoor recreation facilities. Scenic parks, wooded green space and spectacular hillside views can be found in the area. 2. Mixed Use Space These residents enjoy some of the best urban living experiences the suburbs has to offer. Quiet evenings, busy days, and scenic boulevards create the perfect sense of bliss one craves in any suburban area. 3. Great Amenities The area includes a major and picturesque shopping district called Aspen Landing Shopping Centre which features a waterfall feature and lake.
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Average Area Score
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TOP AMENITIES
1. Aspen Landing Shopping Centre 2. Westside Rec Centre 3. Calgary Academy 4. Webber Academy 5. Rundle College 6. Ambrose University 7. Pinebrook Golf & Country Club 8. Edwarthy Park 9. WinSport (formerly Calgary Olympic Park) 10. Signal Hill Shopping Centre
4. Awesome Mountain Views There are so many spectacular views of the Rockies, and various attractions throughout. 5. Diverse Homestyles These communities all have many diverse housing options that includes luxury townhouses, front attached garage homes, bungalow villas and luxury estates with walkout lots. 6. Great Schools Webber Academy, Calgary Academy, Rundle College are three of the most prestiqious schools the city has to offer. The Fraser Institute ranked all 3 of these schools in the top 10. 7. Aspen Landing Shopping Centre You will find top retailers and unique, locally-owned storefronts, all conveniently located in south west Calgary. 8. Great Transport Routes Aspen Woods is 10 minutes away from Calgary and close to 17 Ave SW, Bow Tr. SW and Sarcee Tr. SW. It will also be bordered by the new ring road (Stoney Tr.) to the west.
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RESTAURANTS: KABUKU ASPEN EDO JAPAN
ENTERTAINMENT:
CINEPLEX ODEON WESTHILLS CINEMAS GOOD COMPANIONS ACTIVITY CENTRE
BARS:
ORIGINAL JOE’S RESTAURANT AND BAR VIN ROOM WEST
GROCERIES: SOBEYS CO-OP
PARKS & REC: GRIFFITH WOODS BOWNESS PARK
COMMUTE TIMES TO DOWNTOWN CALGARY
Car: 18 minutes 25 min. during rush hour
Walking: 2 hr 20 min
Bus: 35 minutes
Biking: 46 min
Information sourced by www.walkscore.com
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