Perhaps more than ever before, people are seeking a slower-paced, remote, peaceful lifestyle. The appeal of country living gained traction during the pandemic and is still going strong. Rural life embodies a range of lifestyle choices. Some country dwellers are seeking seclusion and acres of space to farm, others like a bigger plot of land than city dwelling allows, but still want to be part of a community and close to urban amenities. Whatever your flavour, acreage living has something for everyone. This article will explore the endless possibilities in the rural haven of Springbank.
If you are interested in exploring rural living, here are some of the
Acreages For Sale currently listed in Bearspaw, Springbank, and Elbow Valley.
Located immediately west of Calgary in the municipal district of Rocky View County, Springbank encompasses the Bow River to the north and stretches down to Highway 8 in the south. The limits of Springbank extend west past Broadcast Hill to Highway 22. Pioneering families intent on settling Alberta’s wild west settled Springbank in the late 1800s and many have maintained generational land ownership since then. Springbank was named for Springbank Creek which flows southeast to the Elbow River. Springbank’s rich heritage as agriculture and ranching land has evolved to include many residential acreage communities developed to make the most of the majestic sunset vistas to the west and the beauty of the meandering springs of this district's lesser coulees.
For buyers seeking the benefits of acreage living within an existing community, consider The Acres, Aventerra Estates, Harmony, West Bluff, Rodeo Ridge, Emerald Bay, Pinebrook Estates, Grandview, Devonian Ridge Estates, Morning Vista, and Stonewood. And keep your eyes open for exciting new developments like River Edge and Bingham Crossing.
Amenities in Springbank include:
Golf Courses: The Pinebrook Golf and Country Club, Glencoe Golf And Country Club, Springbank Links Golf Club, River Spirit Golf Club, and Mickelson National Golf Club (located in the community of Harmony).
Recreation: Springbank Park For All Seasons is a world-class recreational facility with two indoor arenas, one outdoor arena, a curling rink, a beach volleyball court, and multisport outdoor recreation areas. This recreational hub plays host to school and rec teams from across the municipal district and serves the community with social, educational, and sporting activities and events throughout the year. Springbank Dog Park is a welcoming 4-acre space for your family’s four-footed members. Kids love Calaway Park, a fun and exciting amusement park with rides, games, shows, and snacks. If you are an equestrian, lessons and boarding are available with multiple equestrian stables in the area.
Schools: Springbank students can attend Elbow Valley elementary school from kindergarten to grade 4 and Springbank Middle School from grades 5-8. Springbank Community High School is located at the Springbank Park For All Seasons giving students in grades 9-12 access to enhanced sporting opportunities. Parents can also choose private education options for their children with Webber Academy, Rundle College, and The Edge School, a private school for student-athletes in grades 4-12.
Travel: The Springbank Airport (YBW) is Canada’s 6th busiest by total aircraft movements. It is a hub of operations for many flight service training providers, aerial firefighting aircraft, and smaller commercial aircraft operators. This airport plays host to a renowned biennial airshow called Wings Over Springbank.
Did you know that Springbank has been the home base for several notable Canadians including music superstar Jann Arden, and hockey greats Lanny McDonald, Darryl Sutter, and Roman Turek?
The sprawling foothills of Springbank provide stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and breathtaking spectacles of western sunsets. If you are seeking a tranquil, slower-paced lifestyle with acres of room to breathe, maybe it is time to explore the appeals of acreage living and the elevated communities in the district of Springbank. When you are interested in acreages for sale in the areas surrounding Calgary, it is a smart strategy to partner with a Realtor® who understands the complexities of buying and selling in the rural real estate market. The Eklund Group is an expert real estate team with extensive experience buying and selling acreages throughout southern Alberta.
The Tanya Eklund Group is a dynamic, full-service team with extensive knowledge of the entire real estate market of Calgary and the surrounding area. We have cultivated a network of buyers, sellers, and support players so we can guide you through every step of the process with the most skilled professionals. And we are masterful negotiators ensuring that every offer is fair and favourable for our clients. Reach out to our team at (403) 863-7434 or through our contact form and let’s talk about what home means to you.
Buying an acreage can be much different than buying a downtown condo or a home in the suburbs. To learn more about the things you need to know when buying a rural property read Important Considerations When Buying An Acreage.
Your rural property may require a few inspections that you wouldn’t typically conduct on an urban property. At the very least we recommend:
You can begin your search using our online property search tool here. And you can also contact our team of Calgary Realtors® to share with us your goals for acreage living and we can help you explore all the possibilities, even with some properties that may not be listed on the MLS®.
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