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Calgary SE community guide

McKenzie Towne, Calgary

Short answer: McKenzie Towne is a southeast Calgary community designed to feel like a small town, with a walkable street grid, front porches and its own High Street. It was built from the late 1990s and has four areas: Prestwick, Elgin, Inverness and the High Street district.

Where it is

McKenzie Towne sits west of 52 Street SE, with Deerfoot Trail to the west, Stoney Trail to the south and 130 Avenue SE shopping to the north. Neighbours include McKenzie Lake, New Brighton and Copperfield.

Homes

Apartments and condos, townhomes, duplexes and detached homes, many with front porches and rear lanes. Most were built from the late 1990s through the 2000s, so homes are a bit older than the lake communities to the south.

Schools

McKenzie Towne School (CBE, K to 4), McKenzie Highlands School (CBE, grades 5 to 9) and St. Albert the Great (Calgary Catholic, K to 9) are in the community.

Parks, shopping and amenities

High Street has shops, restaurants, services and a grocery store. McKenzie Towne Hall offers a gym, spray park in summer, and skating and tobogganing in winter. The big 130 Avenue SE shopping area is next door.

Getting around

Deerfoot Trail, Stoney Trail, 52 Street SE and 130 Avenue SE are all close. Buses include connections to the 302 BRT, and there is a park and ride. A future Green Line station is planned here.

Who it suits

First time buyers who want a condo or townhome in a walkable area, families who want schools and parks within walking distance, and downsizers who like having shops and services nearby.

School designations and transit routes change. Confirm your address with the Calgary Board of Education, Calgary Catholic School District and Calgary Transit.

Thinking about McKenzie Towne?

I can send you new McKenzie Towne listings as they come up, or tell you what your home here could sell for. For the mortgage side, my team at Lacroix Mortgage Group can get you pre approved.

McKenzie Towne questions

Is McKenzie Towne a good place to live in Calgary?

People like its small town feel, walkable High Street and quick access to 130 Avenue shopping and major roads.

What types of homes are in McKenzie Towne?

Apartments, condos, townhomes, duplexes and detached homes, many with traditional styling and front porches.

Is McKenzie Towne good for families?

Yes. It has public and Catholic schools in the community, lots of playgrounds and programs at McKenzie Towne Hall.

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