Waterstone Real Estate & Community Guide
Waterstone is a residential neighbourhood found in the small city of Airdrie. Found in the southern part of the city, immediately west of Highway 2, Waterstone is ideal for buyers looking for quick access to Calgary and a wide range of amenities at hand. Airdrie offers small-town charm, a close-knit community, and plenty of recreational activities for a balanced lifestyle. Less than 30 minutes to downtown Calgary, and with the perks of the Airdrie ICE transit system with 3 routes from Airdrie to Calgary and back, residents can enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of a small city while enjoying the amenities and large attractions of Calgary.
So Much to Love in Waterstone
Being primarily a residential neighbourhood with parks and playgrounds, without retail and noisy traffic, the atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. Easy access to Yankee Valley Blvd has an abundance of shops and restaurants at your fingertips, as well as several parks, trails, and the Woods Golf Course ready for your enjoyment. Walking distance to school, fishing in ponds, and the wildlife that wanders the Nose Creek River as it makes its way along the west of the community are just some of the reasons families move to Waterstone.
Minutes away from the Sierra Shopping Centre, with access to over 40 stores, residents have the best of both nature and amenities.
AE Bowers Elementary School is within walking distance, while Muriel Clayton Middle School and St. Martin de Porres High School/s are nearby in neighboring communities. Schools in Airdrie are served by the Rocky View School District and the Calgary Catholic School District, with options including public, separate, private, and French Immersion.
What You Need to See in Waterstone
Outdoor Amenities Greenspaces, parks and playgrounds, a nearby golf course, and a network of paths that weave themselves among Airdrie provide a multitude of outdoor recreation opportunities. With the mountains not far off to the west, Canmore and Banff are a short trip away for breathtaking scenery, hiking and camping during the summer, and great cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and snowboarding in the winter. Bragg Creek is a great place to visit for hiking trails and camping if you prefer few people and less touristy locations.
Nose Creek Park Airdrie’s most utilized park, Nose Creek Regional Park offers 20 acres of everything that outdoor enthusiasts crave as well as an amphitheater, fire pit, and concession. The trails in Nose Creek Regional Park are some of the best that Airdrie has to offer, and it’s rare to see them without dog walkers, runners, or cyclists. The park has a large off-leash area, the perfect place to toss a frisbee and let the dog free to retrieve it. Anyone who enjoys a good game of pickleball will be delighted to have pickleball courts in the park for a friendly match with other pickleball enthusiasts. Leading up to Christmas, the park hosts the Airdrie Festival of Lights, a favorite annual event among locals.
Queen Latina Bake Shoppe & Market The quaint little store sells salsa, spices, and Spanish baking supplies, as well as a smorgasbord of tasty Latin American treats. Flavour explodes in your mouth as you bite into the tasty morsels off their menu. A great place to meet up with a friend over coffee and mouth-watering selections like pastries, empanadas, sandwiches, and desserts.
Waterstone Real Estate
Homes in Waterstone are primarily single-family detached homes, with a variety of sizes, floor plans, and architectural designs. Homes are affordable and are on average in the $400,000 to $450,000 range. Larger luxury homes with spacious interiors will run you more. Airdrie is a family-friendly and dog-friendly city with a small-town charm that has new amenities being added to it all the time. Contact our office at 403-253-1901 and we will be happy to match you with the best agent to move you into your next home!