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Homes for Sale in Walden, Calgary
Walden is a community located in the southeast sector of Calgary, just under Chaparral. Construction for this city started in 2008 and was developed by Genstar. The natural legacy of Walden is a key feature that has been idealized by many in Calgary. That is one of the many reasons why Walden is a thriving community and expanding rapidly. The peaceful parks, open spaces, and the winding pathway that frames the preserved trees make this area a perfect getaway.
Even the traffic has been conditioned to allow calm areas for walking and biking. In the centre of the community, Walden presents a bustling village centre designed to bring urban amenities to residents. The retail conveniences and recreational facilities make this centre area worth the stay. Specifically located just south of Lake Chaparral, this urban community lets you live, work, and play in one beautiful area.
The wetlands and unmistakable landscapes are breathtaking for residents and visitors. The developer Genstar has put a positive emphasis on healthy living, inspiration of nature’s beauty, and well thought out structures. The Bow River Valley borders the area and Legacy is situated south of Walden, which makes for an unlimited amount of outdoor enjoyment.
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Location Amenities
Walden is additionally the perfect place to experience joyful community building, being the community just south of Chaparral. The many facilities help residents feel accommodated such as the schools, shopping, and the South Health Campus. Some examples of schools that are present in the area include: Woodbine Elementary, Fish Creek Elementary, Sundance Elementary (with French), St. Sebastian Elementary (with Spanish), and Blessed Mother Teresa (with Spanish and French).
The junior highs include: Woodman Jr. High, Mid-Sun Jr. High, Fairview Jr. High (with French), Father James Whelihan Jr. High (with Spanish), and St. Matthew Jr. High (with French). Finally, the high schools include: Centennial High School, Dr. E.P Scarlett High School (with French), Bishop O’Bryne (with Spanish), and Bishop Grandin High School (in French and Spanish).
Photo: HomesbyAviIf you yearn for outdoor enjoyment, you can stroll along the Bow River Pathway system or Fish Creek Park. Some of the sports and recreation facilities include: South Fish Creek Recreation Association, Trico Centre for Family Wellness, Shawnessy YMCA, Cascade Swim Club, Midnapore Hockey, Bow View Ringette, Foothills Soccer, and Midsun Recreation.
As you can see, there are plenty of recreation opportunities in the nearby communities, within 15 minutes of Walden. Some of the shopping nearby includes 130th Ave Retail Centre and the Shawnessy Shopping Centre. Only a little further on Mcleod Trail is the Southcentre Mall, which is a great location for top clothing brands and interior or exterior home needs. Whether you enjoy entertainment such as the Shawnessy Empire Theatre, or outdoor adventure in places like Fish Creek Park, you will find that Walden can be the best place for you.
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