Chaparral
The area of Chaparral is encompassed north by Highway 22X, east by the Bow River Valley, south by 194 Avenue and west by Macleod Trail. Residents have ample amounts of recreational opportunities. There is a large lake where residents can fish, boat, skate and dive. The city’s extensive pathway system in the Bow River Valley is connected to the pathways in Chaparral.
To discover more about Chaparral, read more below.
Chaparral has a population of 11,552 living in 3,759 dwellings. Residents in this community have a median household income of $79,761 and there are 4.4% low income residents living in the neighbourhood.
There is a beautiful park and unique recreation centre that offers a wide variety of activities for your enjoyment:
- boating
- fishing
- tennis
- skating
- tobogganing
- network of pathways,
There is also a full time Recreation Director on staff to organize a variety of programs and activities for all of the community residents.
The amenities of this beautiful community include:
- a beautifully landscaped park with 2 cascading waterfalls
- recreational building with social room and kitchen
- sandy beach
- childrens’ playground areas
- winter skating rink
- picnic areas and cook shelter
- 33 beautiful acres.
- 20 acre year round recreation park.
- Freshwater Lake stocked with Rainbow Trout.
- Lake is approximately 600 x 400 meters and 12 metres in depth at its deepest point.
- 1.2 million cubic metres of earth was excavated to create the lake and 200 million gallons of fresh water was used to fill it.
- The lake water is aerated by being pumped at a rate of 7000 gallons/minute to the hilltop and cascades back down to the lake to maintain the highest in water quality.
- The underwater obstacle course is a popular draw for divers.
With a notably active residents association, community events are part of the norm for Chaparral residents. Movie Nights in the Park, Family Camp Out in the Park, Summer Fun Day, Stampede kick-offs, holiday celebrations, hockey tournaments and community cleanups are all examples of awesome events that have happened in the past.
Chaparral’s nearest golf course is the Blue Devil Golf Course, located just east of the community. Deep, well-guarded bunkers and beautiful fairways are signatures of this course, which is known for being challenging yet enjoyable. The local reviews of Blue Devil are consistently excellent, and the relatively new club continues to improve.
Chaparral is home to two local shopping areas: Chaparral Corner and the Chaparral Shopping Centre. Chaparral Corner has a collection of convenience-based stores and professional services. Chaparral Shopping Centre, has a mix of professional services. Both shopping centres have a collection of medical facilities, and each has its own walk-in clinic.
Chaparral’s location alongside MacLeod Trail SE makes it easy for residents to connect with all of their favourite Calgary shopping destinations. Downtown can be reached in a leisurely 25 minutes. Chaparral is also within 15 minutes of Seton, the new “downtown of South Calgary”.
If it’s schools you are interested in, Chaparral has plenty to choose from, in and around the community:
Public Elementary School:
- Chaparral (K-4)
- Fish Creek (Gr. 5-6)
- Sundance (French)
Catholic Elementary School:
- Mother Teresa
- St. Cecilia (French)
- St. Sebastian
Public Junior High School:
Catholic Junior High School:
Public Senior High School:
- Centennial
- Dr E. P. Scarlet (French)
Catholic Senior High School:
Chaparral is a unique, safe, four seasons resort community designed for today’s family.
Chaparral
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Listing Details
Return to Search Result236 Chaparral Drive SE - MLS® # A2335721
Property Details
Description
RARE OPPORTUNITY directly across the street from Lake Chaparral’s main lake entrance! Set on a large, mature corner lot, this former Jayman showhome offers 6 bedrooms, a fully developed basement and a distinctive layout with executive finishes throughout. The main floor makes an immediate impression with soaring open-to-above ceilings, refinished hardwood, crown moulding and architectural details that give the home a character of its own. The well-appointed kitchen features granite countertops, a large island, built-in oven, warming drawer, gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, skylights, extensive cabinetry and dedicated wine and bar storage. A formal dining room near the front entrance provides an elegant entertaining space or a large home office, while the living room is anchored by a gas fireplace and overlooks the backyard. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with an electric fireplace and an updated ensuite featuring dual vanities, a large soaker tub, separate shower and private water closet. Two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom with distinctive pebble flooring, continuing the home’s unique design throughout. The fully finished basement adds three more bedrooms with egress windows, a full bathroom and TV/rec area, bringing the home to six bedrooms in total. Outside, the mature corner lot provides a large, treed backyard, updated deck and wiring for a future hot tub. The oversized double attached garage is fully finished with an epoxy floor, textured and painted interior and ceiling fans. Central A/C adds year-round comfort. Notable improvements include new siding, front entry door, and garage door (2023), deck, dining room window and sliding patio door (2025), along with refinished hardwood in 2022. The cedar shake roof has been regularly maintained. Lake Chaparral’s private lake and park are directly across the street, with beaches, swimming, boating, fishing, playgrounds, courts and year-round recreation available to residents. From the dramatic interior layout and custom details to the mature lot and exceptional position across from the lake, this former showhome offers something genuinely different within the community.
Features
Private Entrance, Private Yard
Amenities
Beach Access, Clubhouse, Park, Picnic Area, Playground
Listing Provided By
2% Realty
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