Mahogany is a shining example of a neighbourhood that seamlessly merges convenient amenities with ample access to parks and outdoor recreation, alongside a variety of housing options.
The 63-acre freshwater lake with 21 acres of private beach is a huge draw for prospective residents. The lake offers year-round outdoor recreation, from beach volleyball and fishing to ice skating. The neighbourhood also boasts 74 acres of naturalized wetlands, with 22 km of community pathways, ideal for late-afternoon walks with the family, as well as early morning jogs.
With the eventual completion of the Green Line, the local LRT station will be a 10-minute walk from the lake, and an even closer jaunt to Mahogany Village Market. The shopping district hosts all the essentials, from groceries, personal care and dining options, to a range of professional services — and even a daycare.
Mahogany offers a variety of housing options, including waterside condos, net-zero townhomes and detached family homes.
The majority of Mahogany’s residents are young families. The area has two elementary schools and intends on building three additional schools. Featuring excellent walkability and easy access to amenities, the community is also ideal for aging residents. Mahogany’s local retirement residence, The Journey Club, provides resort-style living where seniors can conveniently age in place.
Unique Challenge
While Mahogany stands out for its cohesive aesthetic and meticulous residential planning, the trade-off is the lack of scruffy charm often found in older communities. Whereas neighbourhoods that have been developed over time display a range of decades and designs, Mahogany’s comparative uniformity marks its newness as a budding suburb. — S.C.
What the Neighbours Say
“What I like about Mahogany is the amenities we have now as it’s built up. There is just about every service you need in here, and that is the selling feature now, because you don’t have to go far.” — Phyllis Johnston, a resident at The Journey Club since 2018.
Neighbourhood Highlights
Alvin’s Jazz Club
Drawing inspiration from the golden age of New York City’s 1930s and 40s supper clubs, the Alvin’s menu artfully balances tradition with innovation. Modern techniques elevate the pan-seared salmon and short-rib Wellington, while timeless favourites such as beef and bone marrow tartare, fresh oysters, and short-rib croquettes honour classic cuisine. Sit out in the town square courtyard patio in the summer with a cocktail and listen to a live band as the sun sets.
Sink into the leather and velvet surroundings, sip seasonal cocktails, share a seafood platter, and save room for the signature mango and coconut cheesecake.
Mahogany Lake
Mahogany Lake is the blue heart at the centre of the community. Its unparalleled 63 acres of pristine waters and 21 acres of sandy beaches transform everyday life into a permanent vacation. Calgary’s largest lake invites residents to escape the urban rhythm, without leaving their neighbourhood.
The lake evolves with the seasons, hosting sun-soaked beach volleyball matches and lazy afternoon paddling in summer and magical skating parties under winter skies. Here, families build sandcastles at one of the two private beaches, residents cast lines from the fishing pier and friends gather for sunset barbecues. The lake creates those precious moments that turn neighbours into friends.
Chairman’s Steakhouse
Chairman’s Steakhouse is an enchanting homage to the golden age of Old Hollywood, where elegance reigns supreme. Perched on Mahogany’s waterfront, the dining room pairs sweeping views with the subtle opulence of rich leather, burnished wood and the intimate glow of carefully curated lighting.
Your evening might begin with the signature bone marrow flambée or the indulgence of foie gras parfait. Exquisite crab Wellingtons and gleaming towers of fresh seafood herald the main presentation: masterfully prepared Chairman’s cuts, baked lobster thermidor, Cape d’Or organic salmon and perfectly prepared lamb T-bone chops.
As the evening draws to a close, surrender to the sublime pleasure of a Valrhona chocolate and almond torte or savour a precisely crafted espresso martini while drinking in the shimmer of the lakeshore lights. — L.K.
By the Numbers
Population: 13,860
Median Household Income: $142,000
Housing Types: 66% single-detached; 18% apartments 5 storeys or less
Percentage of owners: 86%
