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Legacy is located in the southeast quadrant of Calgary, along the east side of Stoney Trail SE. The community is bounded by 194th Avenue SE to the north, Stoney Trail to the west, and 210th Avenue SE to the south. Legacy is connected to adjacent communities of Belmont and Walden, with quick access to major roadways including Stoney Trail and Macleod Trail.
Legacy draws its inspiration from golf course communities, with many homes backing onto a golf course, lake, or lush green space. The community features The Homestead (central gathering spot with coffee shop, meeting rooms, fitness centre, and boardroom), The Heritage (13,000 sq ft amenity centre with a large indoor playground, sand volleyball court, patio, event space, and multi-purpose gym), and The Arbor (park with bandstand, sports courts, skateboard and scootering area, and natural playground). Legacy also has a waterfall that cascades into a fishing pond.
The Legacy Homeowners Association offers six world-class amenity spaces included in residents' annual fees. The Heritage is a 13,000 sq ft facility with indoor playground, sand volleyball court, event space, fitness equipment, and gym. The Homestead features a coffee shop, meeting rooms, fitness centre, and boardroom. Legacy Central includes a natural playground with slide, climber, and swings. The Arbor provides a bandstand, sports courts, skateboard and scootering area, and restrooms. The Grove and The Canopy offer additional green spaces and gathering areas throughout the community.
Legacy offers a wide range of housing types including single-family detached homes, townhomes, duplexes, and condominium apartments. Home builders include Brookfield Residential, Genesis Builders Group, Jayman BUILT, Morrison Homes, Partners Homes, and Rohit Homes. Housing styles range from affordable condos starting in the low $300,000s to luxury estate homes backing onto the Legacy Golf Course exceeding $1 million.
The average home price in Legacy is approximately $620,000. Detached homes typically range from $500,000 to over $1 million. The average list price for a detached home is $710,500 with an average size of 2,087 sq ft. Townhomes average around $416,200, and duplexes average around $616,000. Condominiums start from the low $300,000s. The average price per square foot is $344, which is below the regional average.
Legacy has a new K-6 public school site in the community's southeast corner. Nearby schools include Legacy Elementary School, All Saints High School (Catholic), St. Teresa of Calcutta School (K-6), and Holy Cross Elementary School. For older students, Joane Cardinal-Schubert High School and Centennial High School are within reasonable driving distance.
The Legacy Golf Course is a 9-hole course winding through the community, designed by the developer to be more than just a backyard view. It is a golf course that weaves through the community, and many homes have backyard views overlooking the golf course or surrounding lakes. The course adds to the resort-style atmosphere of the neighbourhood.
Legacy features over 100 acres of parks and 8 km of paved pathways connecting throughout the community. Key parks include The Homestead (central gathering spot), The Heritage (13,000 sq ft amenity centre), The Arbor (bandstand, sports courts, skateboard area), The Grove, and The Canopy. The community also features a man-made lake with a cascading waterfall stocked with fish, plus direct access to Fish Creek Provincial Park via nearby pathway connections.
Legacy is directly connected to Stoney Trail (Highway 201), providing quick access to Deerfoot Trail and Macleod Trail. The drive to downtown Calgary takes approximately 25-35 minutes depending on traffic. For transit users, the On-It regional bus service serves Legacy and adjacent communities, offering direct service to Somerset-Bridlewood LRT station. Calgary Transit On Demand also serves the community.
Legacy's commercial area, The Homestead, features shops, groceries, and restaurants. A shopping plaza with a Circle K, gas station, and other services is already well-established. Seton Urban District is just 10 minutes away, offering Walmart, Superstore, Save-On-Foods, Canadian Tire, Home Depot, Cineplex, and dozens of restaurants and professional services. The adjacent community of Walden also has its own shopping area with a Sobeys and Shoppers Drug Mart.
Yes, Legacy is an excellent community for families. The community features a new elementary school on-site, a massive indoor playground at The Heritage (open year-round), numerous outdoor parks and playgrounds, and a network of paved pathways perfect for biking and walking. The community is known for being family-friendly, clean, safe, and dog-friendly, with plenty of community events hosted throughout the year.
Legacy is designed to be walkable, with 8 km of paved pathways connecting all areas of the community. Many parks and amenities are within walking distance of homes. The community has a Walk Score of 27, which is car-dependent, but the internal pathway system makes it easy to walk to parks and community amenities.
Legacy is a master-planned community that has been under development since the early 2010s. The community was developed by Brookfield Residential, with the vision of creating a neighbourhood inspired by golf course communities. Legacy is now nearing completion, with most phases sold out and final amenities in place.
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Yes, Legacy Woods is considered one of Calgary's best neighborhoods. It offers an exceptional quality of life with a walkable main street, local shops and restaurants, and a strong sense of community. The area features excellent schools, parks, and is known for its safe, family-friendly atmosphere. With its central location, residents enjoy convenient access to downtown Calgary while having direct access to pathway systems and parks.
Legacy Woods offers a variety of property types including single-family detached homes, townhomes, condominiums, duplexes, and new construction developments. The community has options for first-time homebuyers, growing families, and downsizers. Housing styles range from character homes and bungalows to modern luxury infills and townhome complexes.
Legacy Woods is considered a desirable inner-city neighborhood in Calgary. Due to its walkability, mature character, and convenient location, home values reflect the premium of inner-city living while offering a connected, amenity-rich lifestyle within reach of downtown Calgary.
Legacy Woods features parks, walking trails, playgrounds, shopping centers, restaurants, cafes, and recreational facilities. The community is also served by several highly-rated schools and is conveniently located near major transportation routes. Popular local businesses include coffee shops, bakeries, breweries, and boutique retail stores that create a vibrant main street atmosphere.
Legacy Woods is served by several highly-rated public and private schools. The community falls within the Calgary school district, which is known for its strong academic programs, extracurricular activities, and diverse educational options including regular programming, French immersion, Catholic education, and private school alternatives.
Commute times from Legacy Woods to downtown Calgary typically range from 10 to 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions, time of day, and mode of transportation. The community has excellent access to public transit including bus rapid transit routes, as well as major roadway connections that make driving into the downtown core convenient.
Legacy Woods is served by multiple Calgary Transit bus routes and rapid transit lines that connect directly to downtown Calgary and LRT stations. The community's transit hub provides frequent service during peak hours, making it a popular commuting option for professionals working in the city core. Travel times to downtown are typically under 20 minutes.
Legacy Woods has a unique history tied to the local community. The name reflects the area's heritage and the families who helped shape the neighborhood. The community's main street festival and local landmarks continue to honor this legacy, making it a distinctive part of Calgary's cultural fabric.
Yes, Legacy Woods is extremely dog-friendly. The community is home to several parks with off-leash areas featuring walking trails and scenic views. Many local cafes, breweries, and restaurants welcome dogs on their patios, and the area has pet supply stores and grooming services within walking distance. It is common to see residents walking their dogs along the main streets and pathways.
Legacy Woods hosts a popular annual street festival during the summer months, typically held in July or August. This signature community event is one of the longest-running street festivals in the region, closing down the main avenue for a pedestrian-friendly celebration. The event features local vendors, food trucks, live music, street performers, kids' activities, and family entertainment, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
Legacy Woods is surrounded by excellent parks and green spaces. The community features multiple playgrounds, sports fields, off-leash dog parks, and a major river pathway system that connects cyclists and pedestrians to other parts of the city. These green spaces offer stunning views and year-round recreational opportunities for residents of all ages.
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