Chaparral Calgary Community

Chaparral, Calgary is a neighborhood in the southeast sector of the city that’s well known for the 32-acre man-made lake that forms its centerpiece. In addition to Lake Chaparral, the community boasts a 21-acre park that features two waterfalls, a recreation centre with a full-time director, and boating, fishing, skating, and diving facilities. Chaparral has a population of a little over 8,000 people. It’s a relatively well-off neighborhood with a median income of approximately $79,761. Chaparral is bounded by Marquis de Lorne Trail to the north, Bow River Valley to the east, 194th Avenue to the south, and Macleod Trail to the west.

Chaparral is a somewhat new community, as it was just established in 1995. It was named for its Mediterranean-like climate. The convenience of living in Chaparral is expected to increase because the south LRT is going to be extended and new office buildings will be built closer to the community, hence minimizing commute times for many residents. There are also plenty of pathways within Chaparral, so it’s a pedestrian-friendly area.

Homes

The majority of people who live in Chaparral own their homes; only 2.4% of the population is made up of renters. The homes in Chaparral range in price from the mid-$300,000’s up to $2,000,000 for a lavish, lakeside property. There are actually three communities within Chaparral, and they are Lake Chaparral, Chaparral Ridge, and Chaparral Valley. It’s important to note that residents of Chaparral Ridge and Chaparral Valley do not have access to the lake and its facilities.

Amenities

Chaparral, Calgary is a popular neighborhood among avid shoppers because it is located close to several big box stores, Southcentre Mall, and the stores that line Shawnessy and Macleod Trail. Southcentre Mall is features a diversity of shops, including the Rocky Mountain Soap Company, Coach, Bose, Crate and Barrel, and Cassis.

Recreational Opportunities

Chaparral, Calgary is a haven for people who lead an active lifestyle because of the wide range of recreational opportunities it offers. Divers flock to the Lake Chaparral community because the lake features an underwater obstacle course and 72-inch diameter concrete pipes. Other popular activities in Lake Chaparral include fishing, boating, and swimming. Homeowners who pay the Resident’s Association a fee also have access to a 21-acre recreation park, which boasts two crystal-clear waterfalls and a recreation centre.

In addition to a Resident’s Association, Chaparral has a Community Association. The Resident’s Association organizes social and recreational activities and maintains community facilities and amenities, while the Community Association manages and maintains the lake and “marketing” amenities that the city is not responsible for maintaining, such as ornamental parks and neighborhood entrance signs. Residents of Lake Chaparral, Chaparral Ridge, and Chaparral Valley can all become members of the Chaparral Community Association, but the Chaparral Resident’s Association is only open to homeowners whose properties were designated as having optional lake privileges when they were built.