South Calgary, Calgary, Alberta Real Estate and Homes for Sale
Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing around one third of dwellings in South Calgary, while small apartment buildings, duplexes, and townhouses are also present in the housing stock. This neighbourhood also has a good choice of housing size options - properties range from lofts to four or more bedrooms. About 70% of the population of this neighbourhood own their home and 30% are renters. The buildings in this neighbourhood are quite new, because about one third of its dwellings were constructed following the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s. Read more about South Calgary real estate
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Transportation
This neighbourhood is a fairly good part of Calgary for environmentally friendly transportation options. With a few nearby bus lines, property owners can depend on public transit to travel in this part of the city. South Calgary is also a fairly pleasant part of Calgary for pedestrians; running daily errands is easy, and there are also a good number of businesses nearby. Bicycling is challenging in this area because. Thankfully, there are a limited number of elevation changes.
Services
It is straightforward to reach both a general and a specialty grocery store by walking from most properties for sale in South Calgary. Additionally, there are a fair number of opportunities for those who appreciate nearby restaurants and cafes. A good selection of clothing stores can also be found within a rather short walking distance. As far as education is concerned, families will find that wherever their house is located in South Calgary, schools and daycares are close by.
Character
South Calgary is an excellent neighbourhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a slower-paced atmosphere. This area is very quiet overall, as the streets are usually very tranquil. Finally, parks are especially well-distributed and there are a few of them nearby for residents to unwind in, resulting in them being very easy to get to from most locations in South Calgary.
