5 Reasons to Buy Cedarbrae Real Estate

(1) Affordable South Calgary Location: Cedarbrae consistently delivers some of the best value in South Calgary. With a variety of detached homes and townhouses, buyers have several options in the area without sacrificing location. It's one of the few established communities where you can still find a detached home under $600,000.

(2) Fish Creek & Glenmore Reservoir: Few communities have as exceptional access to two of Calgary's signature natural spaces. Fish Creek Provincial Park – one of the largest urban parks in North America – is just minutes to the south, about a kilometre away. Glenmore Reservoir is found less than a kilometre to the north; for anyone who enjoys outdoor leisure and recreation, Cedarbrae’s location is hard to beat.

(3) Southland Leisure Centre: A big one for families, the Southland Leisure Centre is one of Calgary's most popular recreation facilities, literally minutes from any home in Cedarbrae. An indoor wave pool, waterslides, two NHL-sized arenas, a climbing wall, a gymnasium, and registered fitness programs all under one roof – the perfect facility to have nearby for families with kids.

(4) Canyon Meadows Golf Course: Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club is one of Calgary's most prestigious courses, and it is a short drive from any property in Cedarbrae. Also escape west to various courses outside of the city limits including Elbow Springs Golf Course, Redwood Meadows Golf Club, and Kananaskis Country Golf Course with relative ease.

(5) Bob’s Bench Off-Leash Park: The Bob’s Bench/Anne Arnold off-leash dog park runs along the community's western edge for kilometres north, connecting directly to the Glenmore Reservoir pathways. Fitness buffs and dog owners will find it genuinely useful on a daily basis.

Cedarbrae Housing Market

Cedarbrae real estate is defined by established, mature properties set on quiet streets with large lot sizes and mature tree vegetation, the kind that takes decades to grow. The community was primarily developed in the 1970s and 1980s, offering a settled, residential feel. Many homeowners have renovated their Cedarbrae houses inside and out, a testament to families staying in the community for the long term because of the convenience and tight-knit feel it offers.

The housing mix in Cedarbrae is broader than many south Calgary communities. Buyers will find single-family detached homes and townhomes, which give the neighbourhood a healthy range of price points. This is part of why Cedarbrae attracts both first-time buyers and move-up purchasers – there is something here at nearly every stage of the real estate journey.

Cedarbrae Location & Amenities

Cedarbrae is ideally located in South Calgary, bounded by Southland Drive to the north and 24th Street SW to the east, giving residents quick access to both MacLeod Trail and Anderson Road. Stoney Trail is directly west and reachable in minutes, putting the rest of the city well within reach – including Costco and other day-to-day amenities at Buffalo Run in the Tsuut’ina Nation.

The community is well-served by local shopping plazas including Braecentre, Oakridge Mall, and Buffalo Run, offering salons, restaurants, a dance studio, gas stations, daycares, and a car wash. Southcentre Mall and Chinook Centre are about a 10-minute drive, covering everything from major retail and dining to a cinema and specialty services. MacLeod Trail's corridor of shops and services is also within reach, a short drive east on Southland Drive or Anderson Road.

Parks & Recreation

For recreation, Cedarbrae residents enjoy the Southland Leisure Centre, just a five-minute drive. It is one of the busiest and best-equipped recreation centres in Calgary, with an indoor wave pool and waterslides, two ice arenas, a climbing wall, a gymnasium, and a full schedule of registered programs for all ages.

South Glenmore Park and the Glenmore Sailing Club are a short drive north, while the Heritage Park Historical Village is nearby for weekend family outings and weekly events. The two off-leash dog parks sit on the western edge of the community, providing walkable, uninterrupted access to the Fish Creek Provincial Park to the south and the Glenmore Reservoir to the north.

Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club, home of the annual Shaw Charity Classic, is just a short drive away and provides an exceptional option for golfers living in the area.

Community Centre

The Cedarbrae Community Association has playing fields, outdoor skating rinks, and baseball diamonds. It sits adjacent to St. Cyril Elementary School on Oakfield Drive in the neighbourhood’s central area, making it a natural gathering point for families in the neighbourhood. The association runs seasonal events and programs that reinforce the tight-knit character this community has built over decades. It also has rental spaces available for important gatherings such as parties and other events.

Cedarbrae Designated Schools

Cedarbrae is well-served for families with school-age children. Both the Calgary Board of Education (CBE) and the Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD) have schools within or immediately adjacent to the community.

Cedarbrae Elementary School (CBE) is located off Oakfield Drive and is within walking distance of virtually every home in the neighbourhood. St. Cyril Elementary School (CCSD) sits on Oakfield Drive adjacent to the Cedarbrae Community Centre. The South Calgary Community Church directly across the street offers a preschool option for families with younger children. CBE also offers a French Immersion program accessible to Cedarbrae residents.

For secondary education, nearby options within a short drive include several junior and senior high schools serving the south Calgary area. Post-secondary institutions such as the University of Calgary and Mount Royal University are accessible by transit or a short commute.

Learn more about designated schools for Cedarbrae residents:

• Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
• Calgary Catholic School District (CCSD)

Cedarbrae Real Estate Specialists

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