>> Southwest Winnipeg communities, from South Pointe and Bridgwater Forest to nearby Oak Bluff West and Kingswood South, continue to attract a growing number of new home buyers seeking ad- dresses of distinction. The popularity of the southwestern quad- rant of the city, both in terms of it being home to some of the city’s most-wanted houses and as a location for such attrac- tions and amenities as the new IKEA me- gastore and Blue Bomber stadium, shows no sign of changing any time soon. “The response has been way above our expectations,” says Mike Carruthers, Man- ager of Land Development for Ladco, of the South Pointe community which it continues to develop. “Approximately 260 building permits were taken out in 2012, which was exceptional.” If the past several years are any indica- tion, that growth is due to continue, adds David Borger, Ladco’s Vice-President, De- velopment. “Permit numbers have increased every year from day one. We`re very pleased with that, and expect the trend to con- tinue,” he says. “We`re also pleased with the fact that the community is starting to mature. “For example, a toboggan hill – a nice fea- ture for kids – is now operational. Most fences are up, and more park benches and picnic areas with picnic tables will be going in this year. Most of the trails will be complete this year, as well.” Mr. Borger says more features – the type that help turn a development into a true community – are coming. “We’re going to be developing another 10 acres of parkland starting this year with trails along the lake that will lead to the park at the south end of the devel- opment. So as good as the community looks now, it’s going to look even better a year or two down the road – there will be a full range of amenities to complement the increasing number of residents.” Frank Cotroneo of Artista Homes said those amenities – along with architec- tural guidelines that encourage creativity – are drawing people to the southwest Winnipeg community.
Southwest Community Spotlight
Southwest Neighbourhoods:
Bridgwater Forest Bridgwater Lakes Charleswood La Salle – Kingswood South Oak Bluff West South Pointe
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