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 Result37 Elma Street W - MLS® # A2213423
Property Details
Description
Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity! Enjoy beautiful historic Elma Street with a mix of homes, small businesses, shops, restaurants, lined with towering trees and only a few steps from the heart of Olde Town Okotoks shopping district. Enjoy the downtown lifestyle with walkability to amenities, pathways, river park and easy access to Calgary. Zoned “Downtown District”, this property offers a world of potential having two amazing functional residences, with revenue or discretionary commercial uses. The latest development on this property (2023) is a fully detached legal self-contained 363 sq. ft. tiny home with private patio, gas-line for barbeque, and attached double garage (heated, insulated, epoxy flooring). Back alley access with 5 paved parking stalls. All on a massive triple lot (75’x 115’) offering peace and privacy, fenced, beautifully landscaped with mature trees, shrubs, retaining walls, gardens and courtyard areas. The primary home and legal tiny home can both enjoy the lovely back yard space. There is no end to the possibilities here! This one-of-a-kind walkout bungalow has attractive curb appeal with Spanish style exterior, second floor tower loft and a quaint front lounging deck. Built in 1934, the timeless Heritage details have been preserved and beautifully maintained with country charm, giving a Homes and Gardens vibe. Hardwood flooring, towering ceilings, vintage doors, trim and fixtures. The functional plan is bright, spacious, has large windows for enjoyment of morning and afternoon light. Front entrance opens to spacious living room with fireplace feature wall (fireplace decorative only). Fabulous country chic kitchen with plenty of cupboard and counter space. Adjoining open dining area with access to updated deck and privacy walls. Dining area with open staircase leading to upper loft flex room, ideal for office, playroom, or guest room. Primary and secondary bedrooms are on the main level as well as a 4-piece bathroom, and storage closet spaces. The lower basement level is fully developed featuring spacious family/games room area (with space to develop an additional bedroom), 4-piece bathroom, wet bar counter with cabinets, laundry area, updated vinyl plank flooring, and walk-out to back yard. This area is ideal for family activities, home office, with potential for a legal or illegal suite (Note: legal suite designation requires Town of Okotoks approval). The detached back yard Tiny Home was built in 2023 and has been occupied only by the owner. It features a modern kitchen, dining/living space, separate laundry/utility room (European washer/dryer), good size bedroom, 4-piece bathroom, high ceilings, and in-floor heat throughout. This exceptional property is move-in ready!
Features
Private Yard
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- Kim Twohey
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- CIR Realty
- #168, 8060 Silver Springs Blvd NW
- Calgary, AB
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