Living in Douglasdale/Glen, Calgary: Community Guide for Home Buyers

by George Brown

Quick answer: Douglasdale/Glen is an established southeast Calgary community between Deerfoot Trail and the Bow River. Most homes are detached houses from the 1990s, Fish Creek Provincial Park is next door, and Quarry Park adds a YMCA, a library and newer homes.

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

What it's like to live in Douglasdale/Glen

Douglasdale/Glen runs from Deerfoot Trail west to the Bow River, with 130 Avenue SE on its south side. It takes in three areas: Douglasdale, Douglas Glen and Quarry Park.

Day to day, it's a quiet, settled suburb with the river valley close by. Fish Creek Provincial Park borders the community to the west, so walks and bike rides along the Bow River are easy. In Quarry Park, the Remington YMCA has a pool, a gym, a running track and a full-service public library.

Types of homes

About 80% of homes are detached, and most were built in the 1990s. There are also low-rise apartment-style condos, townhomes and a few semi-detached homes. About 18% of homes were built from 2011 on.

Getting around

Deerfoot Trail runs along the east side of the community. Route 302 BRT serves Douglas Glen on its way downtown, and Route 131 East Bow Express runs along Douglasdale Blvd. Route 24 runs from Quarry Park to downtown through Ogden.

Who Douglasdale/Glen suits

Douglasdale/Glen suits families and move-up buyers who want an established area near the river and Fish Creek Park. Condos and townhomes also make it an option for first-time buyers and downsizers who want to stay in the southeast.

Buying tips for Douglasdale/Glen

Ask about updates. Most homes are from the 1990s. Ask about the roof, furnace, hot water tank and windows, and get a home inspection.
Look closely at the lot. Lots near the river valley or green space can have great views. Check grading, drainage and any swales or shared walkways behind the yard.
Read condo documents. For a condo or townhome, review the reserve fund study, board minutes and fee history before you firm up.

See homes for sale in Douglasdale/Glen

My Douglasdale/Glen 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 Douglasdale/Glen?

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.