Living in Arbour Lake, Calgary: Community Guide for Home Buyers

by George Brown

Quick answer: Arbour Lake is an established northwest Calgary community built around a private residents' lake. Most homes are detached, and Crowfoot CTrain station and shopping are right next door.

I'm George Brown, a Calgary REALTOR® with LPT Realty. Here's what buyers should know about Arbour Lake.

What it's like to live in Arbour Lake

Arbour Lake sits between Stoney Trail and Nose Hill Drive, from Crowchild Trail north to Country Hills Boulevard. It was established in 1992.

The lake is the big draw. It's run by the Arbour Lake Residents Association, and residents use it for swimming, boating and fishing in season. Lake fees are mandatory for residents, and flags at the entrances show whether the lake is open. Crowfoot Centre and the Crowfoot shopping area are just south, across from the CTrain station.

Types of homes

About 76% of homes are single-detached, according to the 2021 Census, with low-rise condos at about 13% and some semi-detached homes. Most homes were built in the 1990s, with about a quarter from 2001 to 2010. Arbour Lake West is a newer extension by Hopewell Residential.

Getting around

Crowfoot station on the CTrain Red Line is on Crowchild Trail, beside the community's south side. It has a park and ride lot with about 1,345 stalls and a pedestrian overpass to Crowfoot Centre.

By car, Stoney Trail runs along the west edge, and Nose Hill Drive and Country Hills Boulevard connect to the rest of the northwest.

Who Arbour Lake suits

Arbour Lake suits families and move-up buyers who want lake access, CTrain service and shopping close to home. Condos also make it an option for first-time buyers and downsizers who want to be near Crowfoot.

Buying tips for Arbour Lake

Budget for lake fees. Lake fees are mandatory for residents. Ask for the current amount, and know that unpaid fees can bring interest charges and loss of lake access.
Check the home's age. Many homes date from the 1990s. Ask about the roof, furnace, hot water tank and windows, and what has been updated.
Read the condo documents. For a condo, review the reserve fund study, recent board minutes and fee history before you firm up an offer.

See homes for sale in Arbour Lake

My Arbour Lake homes for sale page shows every current listing, updated daily from the MLS®, plus live numbers on how many homes are for sale and the median asking price.

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Thinking about buying or selling in Arbour Lake?

I'm happy to walk you through the area, compare a few homes side by side, or tell you what your place could sell for. Call or text me at (403) 616-6309, or get a free home evaluation.