Okotoks
Nestled along the Sheep River Valley in the heart of the Alberta Foothills, the Town of Okotoks is a young, vibrant and friendly community. Okotoks was the 10th fastest growing community in Canada from 2006-2011 with a 42.9% population growth.
Okotoks has a front range view of the Rocky Mountains to the west, and situated fifteen minutes south of Calgary’s city limits. Natural beauty, ideal location and a commitment to sustainability reinforce their enviable quality of life. 97% of the residents when asked to rank quality of life in Okotoks, they ranked it to be very good.
To discover more about the Town of Okotoks, read more below.
Okotoks’ name comes from the Blackfoot First Nation’s word for rock. Just seven kilometres west of town lies the world’s largest known glacial erratic, Big Rock, a massive stone deposited by glacial ice.
The population of the Town of Okotoks according to its 2014 municipal census is 27,331. At its current population, Okotoks is the largest town in the province and is eligible for city status.
Okotoks is a dynamic, growing community, reflecting all the best qualities of a small town life, with the amenities expected in a large urban community. A number of delightful shopping districts can be found throughout Okotoks, including Olde Town Okotoks, the Business Park and Southridge Village Shopping Centre. Multitudes of additional shops, stores and services can be found scattered throughout the city, ensuring there is always a shop nearby, to name a few:
- Costco
- Safeway
- Sobeys
- Walmart Supercentre
- Many restaurants and fast food chains and;
- a variety of financial institutions and gas stations
If recreation and sports entertainment are what you are looking for; Okotoks boasts a wide array of recreation facilities:
- 79 kms of pathway system (which includes 25km of sidewalks), of which 60 kms are interconnected and cleared of snow
- 96 parks
- 48 playgrounds
- 14 ball diamonds
- 2 football/rugby fields
- 15 soccer pitches
- 5 tennis courts
- 2 locations of outdoor fitness equipment
- BMX track
- Water Spray Park
- Skate Park
- Various outdoor skating rinks and toboggan hills
Okotoks also hosts the WMBL (Western Major Baseball League) Okotoks Dawgs and the AJHL (American Junior Hockey League) Okotoks Oilers for your entertainment.
For your educational needs, Okotoks has a plethora of schools both public, catholic and private:
Public Schools:
- Big Rock Elementary School (Grades 1-6)
- Dr. Morris Gibson Elementary School (Grades 1-6)
- Percy Pegler Elementary School (Grades 1-6) French
- Okotoks Junior High School (Grades 7-9)
- Foothills Composite High School (Grades 10-12)
Catholic Schools:
- Good Shepherd School (Grades K-8)
- Holy Trinity Academy (Grades 9-12)
- St. Mary’s School (Grades K-8)
Private Schools:
Okotoks is one of Alberta’s best family friendly, safest and youngest Towns in the Province. It is big enough that you have everything at your fingertips, but small enough that you make lots of friends in the community.
Okotoks Real Estate
Listing Details
Return to Search Result3 Highwood Drive - MLS® # A2330050
Property Details
Description
Welcome to this exceptional custom-built modern farmhouse offering 3,010 sq. ft. above grade plus a fully finished walkout basement, thoughtfully designed with luxury, comfort, and energy efficiency in mind. Situated on an oversized lot in the desirable community of Wedderburn, this home showcases premium finishes and mountain views. The striking exterior features modern farmhouse architecture and black Fusion-wrapped triple-pane windows. Inside, the bright open-concept layout is enhanced by quality craftsmanship, quartz surfaces, and custom feature walls throughout. The main floor includes a private office with custom built-in cabinetry and impressive 8-foot barn doors. The chef-inspired kitchen is equipped with professional-grade appliances, quartz waterfall countertops, extensive cabinetry, and a large island that flows seamlessly into the dining area and living room, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs offers four spacious bedrooms, a bright bonus room, and a well-appointed primary suite featuring a walk-in closet with direct access to the upper-floor laundry room. The laundry room includes granite countertops, built-in cabinetry, a sink, washer, and dryer. Two additional bedrooms feature walk-in closets, while the fourth provides flexibility for guests, a nursery, or home office. The professionally finished walkout basement expands the living space with 9-foot ceilings, floating hardwood floors, a spacious recreation area, a wet bar with quartz waterfall countertops, two wine/beverage refrigerators, and a full bathroom with an oversized walk-in shower. The walkout level also enjoys mountain views. Designed for year-round efficiency and comfort, the home includes two high-efficiency modulating furnaces, two heat pump-style air conditioning units, smart Wi-Fi thermostats, a 50-gallon hot water tank, water softener, reverse osmosis system, and a built-in Sonos in-ceiling speaker system throughout the main and upper floors. Enjoy the south-facing deck with mountain views, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The oversized backyard provides plenty of space for outdoor activities and includes a hot tub and storage shed. A triple attached garage offers ample room for vehicles, storage, and recreational equipment. Conveniently located within walking distance of schools, parks, playgrounds, shopping, and everyday amenities, this home combines quality construction, functional design, premium finishes, and an exceptional location in one of Okotoks most desirable neighbourhoods.
Features
Balcony, Barbecue, Private Yard, Storage
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