Southview Real Estate, Calgary AB

The community of Southview is one of the younger developments in the South-East quadrant of Calgary. Developed in the 1950s it has a unique layout with curvilinear streets and was the last development to be completed out of those that make up the Greater Forest lawn area. Southview sits in between the Bow River in the west and the renowned International venue (17th Avenue) to the north. It reaches as far as 36th Street in the west and stops before Erin Woods in the south.

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Southview is noted for its excellent transport links and is within reasonable walking distance of Downtown Calgary. With 17th Avenue on its doorstep and several malls located along 32nd Avenue and 36th Street, shopping opportunities are readily available if residing in the community. Recreational activities such as cinemas can be found along the northern section of 36th Avenue. There are several schools accessible in the area as well as churches, restaurants, retail outlets, parks and outdoor play areas. The community association of Southview ensures that there are several amenities available for residents including an outdoor skating rink. Activities such as the Girls & Boys Club, Scouts, Guides and a Seniors Program are also available.

If you are considering looking at Southview homes for sale you will find that they are a mixture of styles and offer great views of the Rocky Mountains, the Downtown area of Calgary and the corridor of the Bow River Valley. There is a variety of properties available in the community comprised of cozy bungalows, condominiums, apartments, townhouses and single family units. The average cost of a single family dwelling in 2009 was $309,925. With such a mix of Southview homes for sale, it is the perfect time for first-time buyers to purchase a great property in a wonderful community, at an excellent price.