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Acadia Community Overview Acadia is a neighbourhood in the southeast quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. The area is bounded on the west by Macleod Trail, on the east by the Bow River, on the north by Heritage Drive and on the south by Southland Drive. The land was annexed to the City of Calgary in 1956, and Acadia was established in 1960. The neighbourhood's main street is Fairmount Drive, and many of the area's businesses cluster along the street. The area also contains Lord Beaverbrook High School, the city's largest high school. The area contains Acadia Elementary, David Thompson Middle School, and St. Matthew School. In 2004 the neighbourhood had a population of 10,515.[3] Residents in this community had a median household income of $46,089 in 2000, and there were 19.2% low income residents living in the neighborhood. As of 2000, 19.4% of the residents were immigrants. A proportion of 38.8% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 38.9% were used for renting. Acadia Closest Schools NAME/ADDRESS DISTANCE Baby Sign Language Classes - My Smart Hands Calgary Bonaventure Dr SE & 90 Ave SE, Calgary 0.74 km Janus Academy Middle School 8516 Athabasca St SE, Calgary 0.86 km Our Lady of the Rockies High School 111 Haddon Road Southwest, Calgary 1.52 km Le Roi Daniels School | Calgary Board of Education 47 Fyffe Rd SE, Calgary 1.54 km West Island College Calgary 7410 Blackfoot Trail Southeast, Calgary 1.94 km Eugene Coste School | Calgary Board of Education 10 Hillgrove Crescent Southwest, Calgary 1.96 km Keyboard Academy of Music 8411 Elbow Drive Southwest, Calgary 2.02 km Haysboro School | Calgary Board of Education 1123 87 Avenue Southwest, Calgary 2.20 km Société Prématernelle Alouette 809 Willingdon Boulevard Southeast, Calgary 2.38 km Calgary Girls' School Society 610 70 Avenue Southeast, Calgary 2.43 km Chabad Lubavitch of Alberta 134 Forge Road Southeast, Calgary 2.58 km Francosud School Board 6940 Fisher Road Southeast Suite 230, Calgary 2.62 km Canyon Meadows School | Calgary Board of Education 395 Canterbury Drive Southwest, Calgary 2.89 km Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School | Calgary Board of Education 220 Canterbury Drive Southwest, Calgary 3.14 km Sunshine Yoga Academy 5917 1A Street Southwest, Calgary 3.44 km Calgary Jewish Academy 6700 Kootenay Street Southwest, Calgary 3.55 km Discovery Music Ltd (by appt. please call) 1215 Lake Sylvan Drive Southeast, Calgary 3.57 km Windsor Park School 5505 4A Street Southwest, Calgary 4.00 km Saint Bonaventure School 1710 Acadia Drive Southeast, Calgary 4.35 km AQ Outdoors - Aquabatics Calgary 5063 11 Street Southeast, Calgary 4.41 km Distances are estimated from a central point within the community. Acadia Closest Libraries NAME/ADDRESS DISTANCE Library Planning Consultants 10816 Macleod Trail Southeast, Calgary 1.75 km Fish Creek Library 11161 Bonaventure Drive Southeast, Calgary 2.06 km Southwood Library 924 Southland Drive Southwest, Calgary 2.06 km Little Free Library Charter # 22132 524 Canterbury Place Southwest, Calgary 3.65 km Little Free Library Charter #39047 2248 Palliser Drive Southwest, Calgary 3.76 km Little Free Library Charter # 9725 2304 Palisade Drive Southwest, Calgary 3.80 km Quarry Park Library 108 Quarry Park Road, Calgary 3.88 km Little Free Library Charter #73619 239 Bracewood Road Southwest, Calgary 4.11 km Little Free Library Charter #64130 267 Brookgreen Drive Southwest, Calgary 4.23 km Douglas Glen Manor Little Free Library 101 Douglas Glen Manor Southeast, Calgary 4.25 km Little Free Library Charter #61360 2303 Longridge Drive Southwest, Calgary 4.65 km Acadia Distance to Local Landmarks LANDMARK DISTANCE Alberta Children's Hospital 12.29 km Alberta College of Arts and Design (ACAD) 10.76 km Ambrose University College 12.21 km Bow Valley College 8.56 km Calgary Airport 18.21 km Calgary Zoo 8.42 km Chinook Centre Mall 3.19 km City Hall 8.35 km Cross Iron Mills 35.21 km Deerfoot Mall 15.43 km Devry Institute of Tech 9.75 km Downtown Calgary 9.04 km LANDMARK DISTANCE Foothills Hospital 11.73 km Market Mall 14.38 km Mount Royal University 6.78 km Peter Lougheed Hospital 13.14 km Rocky Mountain College 14.26 km Rockyview Hospital 3.52 km SAIT 10.70 km South Health Campus 12.37 km Southcentre Mall 2.05 km Sunridge Mall 12.61 km University of Calgary 13.02 km
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Acadia maintains an active neighborhood watch program and has lower crime rates compared to city averages. The community benefits from regular police patrols and well-lit streets. Residents report feeling safe walking during day and evening hours. View detailed crime statistics →
Acadia is served by several highly-rated schools including public and separate school options. Elementary schools focus on foundational skills, while secondary schools offer advanced placement programs and extracurricular activities. Explore schools in Acadia →
Homes in Acadia range from entry-level properties to luxury estates. Current market trends show strong appreciation with diverse options including single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums. View current market statistics →
Average commute time is 25-35 minutes to downtown. Multiple bus routes serve the area, with park-and-ride facilities available. Major roads provide easy access for drivers. View transit maps and schedules →
The community features shopping centers, restaurants, parks, walking trails, community centers, and recreational facilities. Multiple grocery stores, medical clinics, and fitness centers serve residents daily needs. Discover all amenities →
Yes, with numerous parks, playgrounds, and family-oriented community events throughout the year. The area features safe streets, quality schools, and activities for children of all ages. Family guide to Acadia →
Property taxes are competitive with surrounding areas and are calculated based on assessed home values. The municipality provides detailed tax information and payment options. Calculate estimated property taxes →
Yes, several new construction developments are available including condos, townhomes, and detached homes. Multiple builders offer various floor plans and communities with modern amenities. View new construction listings →
The community features a mix of families, young professionals, and retirees from various cultural backgrounds. Community events celebrate this diversity through festivals and cultural activities. View community demographics →
Employment centers, retail developments, and business parks provide local job opportunities. Major employers include healthcare, education, retail, and professional services within commuting distance. Explore local employment →
Safety: 4/5 - Active neighborhood watch, low crime rates
Schools: 4/5 - Highly-rated public and separate schools
Housing Market: 5/5 - Diverse options from entry-level to luxury
Commute: 4/5 - 25-35 min to downtown, multiple transit options
Family-Friendly: 5/5 - Parks, playgrounds, community events
Amenities: 4/5 - Shopping, dining, recreation facilities
Diversity: 4/5 - Mix of families, professionals, retirees
Jobs: 4/5 - Local employment centers nearby
Acadia pre-construction homes coming soon, developments such as condo, townhomes and detached homes available or coming soon in Acadia Calgary, Alberta. The prices for these developments range widely and the unit sizes also vary. Some developments have not yet released pricing details or begun accepting registrations. It is important to note that the completion dates, pricing, and deposit structure for these developments may be subject to change.
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