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Chaparral is a lake community on Calgary's south end, between Macleod Trail and the Bow River valley. It's built around a 32-acre lake run by a residents association, and most homes are detached houses from the late 1990s and 2000s. Browse current listings below, updated daily from the MLS®.
194 Avenue SE is the south edge and the Bow River valley is the east edge. The community has three areas: Lake Chaparral, Chaparral Valley and Chaparral Ridge.
See it on the map →About 79% of homes are detached. Most were built between 1991 and 2015, so you'll see a range from late-1990s homes to newer builds.
The residents association runs the lake and its amenities, with fishing, boating and skating. Homeowners pay a fee to use them.
Route 194 serves Chaparral Valley on weekdays. Stoney Trail runs along the north side, with Macleod Trail to the west.
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Asking prices of homes listed for sale today, over $50,000. Updates every time the page loads. See every Chaparral listing →
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Buying in Chaparral: what to check
Lake access comes with a residents association fee for homeowners. Ask for the current amount and what it covers before you buy.
Lake Chaparral, Chaparral Valley and Chaparral Ridge were built at different times. Compare home age, lot size and updates across them.
Have your agent review the land title for the residents association encumbrance and any other registered documents before you firm up.
Who Chaparral suits
Chaparral suits families and move-up buyers who want a detached home with lake access on Calgary's south end. Townhomes and condos also give first-time buyers a way into a lake community.
Read my full Chaparral community guide →Chaparral area facts
- Population
- 12,500 (2021 Census)
- City ward
- Ward 14
- Established
- 1995
- Community association
- Chaparral Community Association
- Schools in the community
- Chaparral School, St. Sebastian School
- Good to know
- Built around a 32-acre man-made lake and a 21-acre park with two waterfalls, run by the residents association
Sources: calgary.ca · en.wikipedia.org · calgarycommunities.com
Development updates, local events and what's happening in Chaparral, from local news outlets.
See the latest Chaparral news →My take on the streets, schools, commute and what homes cost to own here.
Read my Chaparral guide →Chaparral FAQ
Where is Chaparral in Calgary?
Chaparral is in south Calgary, east of Macleod Trail and south of Stoney Trail. 194 Avenue SE is its south edge and the Bow River valley is to the east.
Does Chaparral have a lake?
Yes. Chaparral has a 32-acre lake run by the residents association. Homeowners pay a fee for access to the lake and its amenities.
What types of homes are for sale in Chaparral?
Most homes are detached. You'll also find semi-detached homes, townhomes and some low-rise apartment-style condos.
Are there schools in Chaparral?
Yes. Chaparral School (Calgary Board of Education) and St. Sebastian School (Calgary Catholic) are in the community. Check the school finders for your address.
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