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Calgary is a highly-rated community (4.8/5 from 552 reviews) known for top-tier schools (4.8/5), family-friendly atmosphere (4.6/5), and a reasonable commute to downtown (25–35 min). Safety is rated 4.5/5 with active neighborhood watch programs. Pedestrian-friendliness scores 4.2/5, cycling 4.0/5, and transit 4.5/5. The housing market offers diverse options from entry-level to luxury, and residents frequently praise the parks (4.6/5), amenities, and community events. See all 10 FAQs below ↓

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September 21, 3:42pm

Calgary Lake Homes beautiful natural surroundings, including its many lakes and rivers. With the increasing popularity of lake living, there has been a surge in demand for Calgary lake home communities. In this article, we'll take a look at some of the most popular Calgary lake home communities, the active sales for 2022, as well as some of the new communities and their names. Mahogany Mahogany is one of the most popular Calgary lake home communities. It features a 63-acre freshwater lake that offers residents the opportunity to enjoy swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Mahogany has a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. The community also features a beach club, tennis courts, and playgrounds. In 2022, there were a total of 285 active sales in Mahogany. Auburn Bay Auburn Bay is another popular Calgary lake home community that boasts a 43-acre freshwater lake. The lake is surrounded by a park that offers residents plenty of outdoor activities. Auburn Bay also features a private beach, basketball courts, and picnic areas. The community has a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. In 2022, there were a total of 222 active sales in Auburn Bay. Lake Bonavista Lake Bonavista is a mature community that was established in the 1960s. It features two man-made lakes, Lake Bonavista and Lake Bonaventure, and offers residents the opportunity to enjoy swimming, boating, and fishing. Lake Bonavista has a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. The community also features a community center that offers a variety of activities for residents. In 2022, there were a total of 77 active sales in Lake Bonavista. Chaparral Chaparral is a newer Calgary lake home community that was established in 1995. It features a 32-acre lake that offers residents the opportunity to enjoy swimming, fishing, and boating. Chaparral has a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. The community also features a private park, playgrounds, and a variety of walking paths. In 2022, there were a total of 85 active sales in Chaparral. Harmony Harmony is a new Calgary lake home community that was established in 2018. It features a 40-acre lake that offers residents the opportunity to enjoy a variety of water activities. Harmony has a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. The community also features a golf course, a beach club, and a variety of parks and playgrounds. In 2022, there were a total of 58 active sales in Harmony. Livingston Livingston is another new Calgary lake home community that was established in 2017. It features a 35-acre lake that offers residents the opportunity to enjoy a variety of water activities. Livingston has a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. The community also features a playground, walking paths, and a community center. In 2022, there were a total of 117 active sales in Livingston. Walden Walden is a Calgary lake home community that was established in 2008. It features a man-made lake and offers residents the opportunity to enjoy a variety of water activities. Walden has a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. The community also features a playground, walking paths, and a variety of parks. In 2022, there were a total of 63 active sales in Walden. https://www.remaxcentral.ab.ca/calgary-lake-homes.html

What it's like to live in Calgary
Average Rating:4.7/5
Total Reviews:552 Reviews
Safety Rating:4.5/5
School Rating:4.8/5
Would Recommend:84%

Calgary Community Ratings
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Pedestrian-friendly How easy it is to get around on foot 4/5
Cycling-friendly How bike-friendly the streets are 4/5
Transit Access to buses, trains, and subways 4/5
Car-friendly How easy it is to drive and park 4/5
Groceries How close grocery stores are 4/5
Shopping Shops and retail within reach 4/5
Cafés Coffee shops and casual spots nearby 4/5
Restaurants Places to eat out close by 4/5
Nightlife Bars and evening spots in the area 5/5
High schools Access to nearby high schools 4/5
Primary schools Access to nearby elementary schools 4/5
Daycares Childcare options close by 4/5
Quiet How calm and low-noise the area is 4/5
Vibrant How lively and busy it feels 4/5
Parks Green space and parks nearby 4/5
Wellness Gyms and health spots in reach 4/5

Calgary Livability Data

Category Rating Reviews Description
Overall Livability4.7 / 5552Weighted average of all resident ratings
Pedestrian-friendly4/537How easy it is to get around on foot
Cycling-friendly4/529How bike-friendly the streets are
Transit4/552Access to buses, trains, and subways
Car-friendly4/547How easy it is to drive and park
Groceries4/561How close grocery stores are
Shopping4/548Shops and retail within reach
Cafés4/533Coffee shops and casual spots nearby
Restaurants4/557Places to eat out close by
Nightlife5/526Bars and evening spots in the area
High schools4/539Access to nearby high schools
Primary schools4/545Access to nearby elementary schools
Daycares4/531Childcare options close by
Quiet4/555How calm and low-noise the area is
Vibrant4/542How lively and busy it feels
Parks4/563Green space and parks nearby
Wellness4/536Gyms and health spots in reach

Data aggregated from verified resident reviews. Last updated: September 2026.

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How safe is the community for families? Top
Safety rating is 4.5/5. Active neighborhood watch, low crime rates.
What are the best schools? Top
Schools are rated 4.8/5 with highly-rated public and separate schools.
What is the average home price?
Housing market rated 4.7/5. Prices vary from entry-level to luxury.
How is the commute to downtown?
Commute rated 4.6/5, 25-35 min to downtown, multiple transit options.
What amenities are available?
Shopping, dining, recreation, parks. Healthy living rating 4.3/5.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes, score 4.6/5 with parks, playgrounds, community events.
What are property taxes like?
Competitive with surrounding areas. Contact agents for specifics.
Are there new construction homes?
Yes, several new developments: condos, townhomes, detached.
Demographic diversity?
Diversity score 4.2/5, mix of families, professionals, retirees.
Local employment opportunities?
Jobs rating 4.3/5, various employment centers nearby.
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Safety: 4.5/5 – Active watch, low crime

Schools: 4.8/5 – Highly-rated

Housing Market: 4.7/5 – Diverse options

Commute: 4.6/5 – 25-35 min

Family-Friendly: 4.6/5 – Parks, events

Amenities: 4.3/5 – Shopping, dining

Diversity: 4.2/5 – Mixed demographics

Jobs: 4.3/5 – Local centers

Data sources: Aggregated from 549 verified resident reviews, Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®) market data, and Calgary Police Service community crime statistics. Last updated: September 2026.

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