McKenzie Towne
With its pedestrian friendly design, classic small town architecture, landmark community buildings and a thriving main street business centre, McKenzie Towne in southeast Calgary has been called a pioneer of new urbanism. It has been recognized by the Urban Land Institute as one of 26 exceptionally planned communities world-wide. An eclectic mix of housing, tree-lined boulevards, back lane garages and wide front porches are just a few of the community’s small-town inspired touches.
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McKenzie Towne has a population of 16,102 living in 6,783 dwellings. Residents in this community had a median household income of $75,325 and there are 4.6% low income residents living in the neighbourhood. A proportion of 8.9% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 4% of the housing was used for renting.
McKenzie Towne has all of the amenities of an established neighbourhood, paired with the modern day charm of a small town.
Featuring High Street: Reminiscent of a small town main street it is the centre of activity in McKenzie Towne. It features dozens of local conveniences. There is a cozy neighbourhood pub, a modern coffee shop, a Sobey’s where you can do all your shopping, as well as banking institutions. There are also a number of different restaurants to dine out at to name a few: Brewster’s Brewing Company & Restaurant, Kilt & Caber Ale House and the Oolong Tea House.
When it comes to recreation and outdoor living, McKenzie Towne has it all, from Elgin Hill to The Pond at Elgin Village and finally Prestwick Park.
- Elgin Hill comprises approximately 6-acres of an extensively landscaped play area, picnic tables and plenty of park space to enjoy during the summer months. When the snow flies, families can enjoy an afternoon of tobogganing on the biggest toboggan run in the area. The total length of the toboggan run stretches 295 feet.
- The Pond is connected to Elgin Village via the Pathways at Elgin Hill. Although the storm-pond is manmade, it has developed into a natural environment that promotes the growth of bulrushes and cattails and attracts ducks, geese and other waterfowl. The pond encompasses 30-acres – including 20-acres of water surface and 10-acres of adjacent landscaping. The shoreline has been finished with a “hard rock” edge treatment and the shallow edges of the pond are decorated with pond lilies and shaded by strategically planted trees. A 10-acre, landscaped park surrounds the pond and a pathway system winds its way past benches and other lookouts along the pond’s edge.
- Prestwick Common Park, a 3-acre central park located in the heart of the Village of Prestwick, offers McKenzie Towne residents a multi-faceted recreational space for use throughout the year. Highlighted by a central plaza, Prestwick Common’s water fountain, playing field, tot lot, picnic area and basketball courts make it the perfect place to gather in the summer. And when the snow flies, families can enjoy an afternoon of ice-skating and warm up around the plaza’s fire pit.
McKenzie Towne has two elementary and one Junior High located in the community.
McKenzie Towne is a safe community full of green space, amenities within walking distance and that small town feel so many desire. If all of this appeals to you and your family, you have found your new home.
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Listing Details
Return to Search Result466 Elgin Way SE - MLS® # A2260976
Property Details
Description
*OPEN HOUSE, SAT, OCT 4TH, 2-330 PM * BEST VALUE UNDER $750,000 l A/C l SOLAR PANELS l NEW FURNACE l NEW STOVE l NEW VINYL FENCE l HEATED OVERSIZED GARAGE l Welcome to 466 Elgin Way SE, this beautifully updated home offers over 1,590 sq. ft. of living space with 4 bedrooms (3 up, 1 down) and 3.5 bathrooms, perfect for families and entertainers alike. The bright and open main floor features 9’ ceilings, newer vinyl plank flooring, and a spacious dining area. The chef’s kitchen is a true highlight with granite countertops, soft-close custom cabinetry, a new gas stove, built-in pantry, and an island with eating bar, all seamlessly connected to the living room, making it the perfect gathering place for family and friends. A powder room and a convenient mudroom with a second sink and built-in cabinetry complete the main floor. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers a private balcony, walk-in closet, and a luxurious 4 piece ensuite with double vanity, mutli head shower with bench and heated tile floors. Two additional bedrooms share a recently renovated 4 piece bathroom with a light tube that fills the space with natural light and oversized tub. The fully developed basement extends the living area with a fourth bedroom, 3 piece bathroom with heated tile floors, a renovated laundry room, and a media room complete with surround sound speakers and a dry bar. This home has seen numerous updates including solar panels 2023 (Money back in the summer for providing to the grid), a new furnace and A/C in 2021, a new roof on the garage in 2022, a sprinkler system in 2022, central vacuum hose and power head in 2022, a renovated laundry room with new appliances in 2023, increased attic insulation in 2024, fresh paint for the garage interior and exterior in 2024, and exterior house painting completed in 2025. The property also boasts an oversized heated garage with built-in cabinetry and 220V power. As well as a stunning backyard garden oasis. Situated close to schools, parks, and all other amenities, this home is one of a kind. Don’t miss the opportunity to make it yours!
Features
Balcony, BBQ gas line, Garden, Other
Amenities
None
Listing Provided By
RE/MAX First
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