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        <title>Live On an Edmonton Golf Course: 4 Best Golf Communities</title>
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Living in a golf course community offers homeowners easier access to amenities not available in other neighbourhoods. Some of the benefits of living in a golf course community typically include a residents-only clubhouse with indoor amenities like fitness centers, swimming pools, community rooms, and a private restaurant, bar, or social club. Golf course homes tend to have larger lots, providing more space for owners and more distance from neighbours. Don't forget the beautiful views and the greenery nearby Keep reading to discover four of the best Edmonton golf course communities for those thinking of moving to this area.


Windermere


The Windermere community is on the eastern side of the North Saskatchewan River in Southwest Edmonton. It features the Windermere Golf &amp; Country Club, a private 18-hole championship golf course. Members enjoy private clubhouse access, on-course food and beverage service, professional golf instruction, reduced green fees for guests, and additional perks. Additionally, the Windermere community is just a short distance from some of the best golf courses in Edmonton, including the Jagare Ridge Golf Club, the Blackhawk Golf Club, and the Edmonton Petroleum Golf &amp; Country Club, one of the best Edmonton country clubs for golf. The nearby Currents of Windermere shopping centre is steps away from the neighbourhood and serves most of the community members' retail needs.


Luxury homes, duplexes, townhomes, and condos are available in Windermere. Condos for sale in Windermere typically have a starting price of $170,000, while townhouses begin at around $290,000. Luxury homes in the community can run as high as $1 million.


Windermere is a highly coveted part of Edmonton to live in due to the large number of Edmonton parks and green spaces, the quiet atmosphere, and paved walking paths.


Westbrook Estates


The Westbrook Estates community is also in southwest Edmonton and is home to the Derrick Golf and Winter Club. Derrick is an all-ages, members-only club with an 18-hole championship course redesigned in 2015. Derrick has an indoor golf simulator that allows players to practice even during winter when the outside course is closed for the season. There is also a Junior Golf Club, golf clinics, professional instruction, and an indoor practice facility. Members also enjoy a private fitness centre, indoor swimming pool, and badminton and tennis courts. During winter, cross-country skiing and curling are available at the club.


Westbrook Estates is an active luxury community with home prices generally starting in the $500,000 range. However, many homes sell in the multi-million dollar range. The community consists primarily of single-family homes, luxury estates, and low-rise condos. The community connects directly to Edmonton walking and cycling paths. 


Westbrook Estates has a public elementary school, junior high, high school, and three private schools within its community. A nearby strip mall provides many of the community's retail needs with professional services, food, a veterinary clinic, and more.




Dreaming of living right by an Edmonton golf course? View all the latest Edmonton golf course homes for sale.




Webber Greens


The Webber Greens community is located in West Edmonton and is home to the Lewis Estates Golf Course, a public 18-hole course offering private amenities for club members. Club membership includes discounted green fees, golf carts, discounts at the club's pro shop and The Grill restaurant, and the ability to book tee times up to eight days in advance. Members can also golf seven days a week at this well-maintained course lined with trees, which has some challenging bunkers and water hazards.


Webber Greens is part of a larger development known as the Lewis Estates community. Townhomes and larger properties make up the bulk of the real estate offerings here and usually start in the $350,000 price range, with larger and more luxurious properties running as high as $1.6 million. Most of the homes in Webber Greens enjoy direct views of the golf course.


This professionally planned community has a large central park and a public area known as Potter Greens Park, home to the Lewis Estates Community League. Additional neighbourhood amenities include a grocery store, a shopping mall, multi-use trails, and a nearby casino.


Jagare Ridge



The Jagare Ridge community is in South Edmonton. It's home to the Jagare Ridge Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course designed using the natural environment of the Whitemud Creek Valley. Golfers occasionally encounter deer and moose in the creek that runs through the course. The club offers professional instruction, junior golf camps, and tournaments. Community members can reserve the clubhouse and restaurant for groups of 30 to 80 people during the course's off-season. Jagare Ridge is also not far from the private Windermere Country Club and the public Canada Golf Card Driving Range.


Jagare Ridge contains numerous multi-use trails for community members to enjoy the outdoors. The trail system also has outdoor exercise stations built along it.


The Currents of Windermere shopping centre and South Edmonton Common are close to the neighbourhood. Dining, entertainment, and retail shopping are easily accessible from Jagare Ridge.


Homes in the Jagare Ridge community are primarily townhouses surrounding the course, offering spectacular views of the natural environment. Home prices in Jagare Ridge typically range from $550,000 to $1.6 million.


Spectacular Golf Course Living in Edmonton


Golf course communities in Edmonton allow the opportunity to live in a serene, quiet neighbourhood with people who also love the game of golf and its lifestyle. These communities offer ample green spaces in an idyllic setting for residents to enjoy. With 1.4 million people living in the Edmonton Metro area, these communities are highly sought-after real estate locations for residents.




  
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        <title>4 Benefits of Living in a Golf Course Community</title>
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Beautiful greenery, luxurious amenities, and access to a community with similar interests. Adding in that the values of golf course homes may increase, depending on how well the environment is maintained, living in golf course homes can appeal to anyone, whether they're an avid golfer or not. With the high quality of goods and services that premium golf course communities provide, residing in one is akin to being on a year-round vacation.


A golf course community involves more than playing a round of golf anytime you want, although it is one of the most exciting perks for golf lovers due to the proximity and ease of access. From sharing the enjoyment of playing golf with other community members to savouring the breathtaking scenery, there's so much to love about life in a golf course community. Keep reading to learn about the top four reasons to live in a golf course community.


Golf Course Homes Have a Higher Value


With access to luxury amenities, including clubhouses, pools, and fitness gyms, homes in golf course communities have a higher value than those outside a community. The presence of the golf course and other club activities that showcase extravagance are positive driving factors in the price of homes in the community. The cost of maintaining the residential area and golf course is also to ensure the property's value does not decline due to poor conditions.


Research shows proximity to golf courses can increase home values. Investors and prospective homeowners seek homes in golf course communities because they are associated with the luxury of the upper echelon of society. Recent studies also show that the home's value can vary with the increase in distance between the property and the golf course. The impact of golf courses on housing properties is made more apparent because houses without a view in golf course communities have significantly higher values than those outside the community.


When it comes to the relation of golf courses to the value of residential properties, a significant factor to consider is the status of the golf course. Maintaining the golf course ensures that the area is still appealing to interested parties and keeps the value of the properties in the location from dropping, even increasing them in the long run. The value of homes in golf course communities can grow significantly if the golf course is maintained correctly.


Fairways, Ponds &amp; Greens: There Are Incredible Views


The best golf courses are pleasing to the eyes, with freshly-cut grass, properly manicured greenery, and gorgeous flower beds. Waking up to beautiful green landscapes can be a constant refresher for residents in a golf course community. With the views for golfers to enjoy, as much they love playing, golf courses give an elegant feeling.


Golf course areas can host open-field tournaments for visiting spectators to experience the aesthetic foliage and appreciate the sport. Besides golf, homeowners can do various outdoor activities with well-manicured surroundings and lakes or pools. The scene becomes breathtaking with additional features such as a fountain and ornamental plains.


During golf tournaments, besides enjoying the beautiful scenery and game, spectators also look out for nearby places they can stay to save the hassle of visiting the golf course every day of the event. Typically, homeowners can rent out spaces to visitors for short-term stays.


Your Neighbours Have a Similar Interest



Being part of a community means meeting like-minded people that share similar interests and hobbies. Living on a golf course, homeowners can pick up golf as a hobby and join clubs. For people not interested in golf, there are other clubs with several interests to explore and enjoy participation. Being part of a community can be beneficial, from accessing private golf clubs and joining weekly tournaments or leagues to attending social events such as birthday parties and lunches.


Regardless of the level of expertise, joining a golf club can make it easier to connect with other players on the same level. A community also makes it convenient for people to make new friends with matching schedules and lifestyles, making relocation and settling a smooth experience. Homeowners with properties in golf course communities can enjoy the benefits of being part of clubs, such as building lifelong friendships and participating in competitions or playing for fun.


Social events in communities open access to meet and engage with prestigious personalities in society. Such gatherings can lead to social opportunities beneficial to career and other facets of life.


Ample Amenities Await


Homeowners in golf course communities have access to abundant state-of-the-art amenities for relaxing and enjoying day-to-day life. These amenities include swimming pools for taking a break on a hot day, fitness centers for keeping an active lifestyle and multipurpose rooms for hosting several events. In addition, there can be tennis and bocce ball courts for community members who prefer other sports besides golf.


Elegant amenities available to community members extend to luxurious restaurant spaces for spectacular dining, relaxation spaces equipped with massage parlours, and large acres of land to practice other recreational activities besides golf, such as clay target shooting. In addition, some golf course communities provide concierge services for homeowners with private boats that cover boat maintenance and docking. High-end clubhouses with beautiful living areas and beach bars with captivating views are also available. Owners can further elevate their lifestyles by investing in the best private amenities for golf course homes.


Reap the Benefits of Owning a Home in a Golf Course Community


From the potential increase in the homes' value to being privileged with several luxurious amenities, residing near the best country clubs can be an all-around vacation lifestyle. With the convenience of picking up new hobbies with people that share similar interests, enjoying day-to-day life should not be a hassle. Avid golfers have the most accessible access to play to their hearts' content. 







 
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