When most people picture Calgary, they imagine cowboys and oil. That image is dated. Since 2018, Calgary’s technology sector has surged—growing an estimated 78%—and the city’s economy has diversified significantly.
Calgary’s dining scene now includes Ethiopian, Korean and farm-to-table options, while neighbourhoods such as Inglewood and East Village have evolved into some of Western Canada’s most walkable and culturally vibrant areas. Nature is always within reach: the Rockies dominate the horizon, Kananaskis Country is about an hour away, and Fish Creek Provincial Park offers immediate outdoor access.
With roughly 2,400 hours of annual sunshine, no provincial sales tax, and an average home price across property types of about $628,000 as of February 2026, Calgary combines big-city opportunity with comparatively affordable living.
- The 50 best neighbourhoods in Calgary
- Closer look at the top three neighbourhoods
- Real estate trends in Calgary
- What’s next for real estate in Calgary?
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The best places to buy real estate in Calgary 2026
Below are Calgary’s top neighbourhoods for residential real estate in 2026. The table highlights average sale price (2025), recent growth over one, three and five years, and value, economic and accessibility scores to help buyers compare neighbourhood strengths.
| Rank | Neighbourhood | City | 2025 avg. price index | 1-yr growth | 3-yr growth | 5-yr growth | Value score | Economics score | Accessibility score | Households with children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley Ridge | Calgary | $859,665 | 8% | 29% | 46% | 3.1 | 5.0 | 0.2 | 37% |
| 2 | Coach Hill | Calgary | $678,871 | 34% | 40% | 30% | 4.8 | 1.3 | 1.7 | 53% |
| 3 | Collingwood | Calgary | $1,102,817 | 39% | 47% | 43% | 4.4 | 1.5 | 2.3 | 32% |
| 4 | St Andrews Heights | Calgary | $1,208,765 | 28% | 45% | 37% | 3.5 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 27% |
| 5 | Oakridge | Calgary | $708,176 | 17% | 38% | 58% | 4.0 | 1.5 | 1.6 | 31% |
| 6 | Canyon Meadows | Calgary | $650,920 | 17% | 38% | 73% | 4.3 | 1.2 | 2.1 | 42% |
| 7 | Greenwood/Greenbriar | Calgary | $597,177 | 3% | 191% | 107% | 5.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 37% |
| 8 | Erlton | Calgary | $708,500 | 17% | 31% | 30% | 3.8 | 1.7 | 3.0 | 19% |
| 9 | Chinook Park | Calgary | $1,006,107 | 12% | 65% | 54% | 3.3 | 2.2 | 2.7 | 31% |
| 10 | Eau Claire | Calgary | $819,320 | 23% | 6% | 15% | 3.6 | 1.7 | 4.8 | 16% |
| 11 | Rideau Park | Calgary | $1,021,520 | 16% | 49% | -37% | 2.7 | 2.6 | 2.8 | 19% |
| 12 | Discovery Ridge | Calgary | $895,528 | 12% | 36% | 43% | 3.2 | 1.9 | 0.1 | 53% |
| 13 | Citadel | Calgary | $606,720 | 6% | 23% | 46% | 3.5 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 50% |
| 14 | Millrise | Calgary | $483,368 | 6% | 23% | 41% | 3.8 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 52% |
| 15 | Capitol Hill | Calgary | $794,925 | 31% | 14% | 16% | 4.1 | 0.8 | 2.0 | 30% |
| 16 | Hillhurst | Calgary | $809,299 | 18% | 16% | 50% | 3.7 | 1.2 | 2.3 | 27% |
| 17 | West Springs | Calgary | $869,596 | 6% | 14% | 16% | 2.6 | 2.3 | 1.8 | 53% |
| 18 | Arbour Lake | Calgary | $618,313 | 6% | 21% | 48% | 3.5 | 1.4 | 1.6 | 50% |
| 19 | Evergreen | Calgary | $643,895 | 1% | 23% | 65% | 3.3 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 52% |
| 20 | Edgemont | Calgary | $761,804 | 10% | 16% | 37% | 3.3 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 48% |
| 21 | New Brighton | Calgary | $570,270 | 0% | 20% | 45% | 3.3 | 1.5 | 2.2 | 49% |
| 22 | Somerset | Calgary | $501,036 | 9% | 20% | 17% | 3.7 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 52% |
| 23 | Dalhousie | Calgary | $541,382 | 9% | 24% | 36% | 3.8 | 1.0 | 2.7 | 48% |
| 24 | Hawkwood | Calgary | $715,933 | 6% | 26% | 49% | 3.3 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 50% |
| 25 | Maple Ridge | Calgary | $806,146 | 7% | 24% | 40% | 3.1 | 1.7 | 1.4 | 41% |
| 26 | Parkdale | Calgary | $1,048,668 | 16% | 43% | 28% | 3.1 | 1.7 | 4.0 | 27% |
| 27 | Tuscany | Calgary | $714,649 | 2% | 20% | 33% | 2.9 | 1.9 | 1.1 | 57% |
| 28 | Cranston | Calgary | $647,238 | 3% | 16% | 33% | 3.1 | 1.7 | 1.4 | 54% |
| 29 | Royal Oak | Calgary | $629,880 | 3% | 15% | 35% | 3.2 | 1.6 | 1.2 | 50% |
| 30 | Cougar Ridge | Calgary | $812,290 | 1% | 18% | 49% | 2.7 | 2.0 | 0.9 | 53% |
| 31 | Bridlewood | Calgary | $521,192 | 1% | 22% | 47% | 3.5 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 52% |
| 32 | McKenzie Towne | Calgary | $501,616 | 2% | 23% | 38% | 3.5 | 1.2 | 1.0 | 49% |
| 33 | Midnapore | Calgary | $550,493 | 10% | 26% | 28% | 3.7 | 1.0 | 2.2 | 54% |
| 34 | Braeside | Calgary | $505,443 | 0% | 30% | 58% | 3.6 | 1.1 | 1.9 | 42% |
| 35 | Vista Heights | Calgary | $484,917 | 9% | 49% | 50% | 4.2 | 0.5 | 1.7 | 25% |
| 36 | Scenic Acres | Calgary | $781,468 | 1% | 20% | 47% | 2.8 | 1.9 | 1.5 | 57% |
| 37 | Deer Ridge | Calgary | $535,978 | 5% | 33% | 49% | 3.7 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 41% |
| 38 | Brentwood | Calgary | $631,061 | 2% | 12% | 14% | 2.9 | 1.8 | 3.3 | 32% |
| 39 | MacEwan Glen | Calgary | $626,462 | 3% | 24% | 52% | 3.3 | 1.4 | 1.1 | 53% |
| 40 | Rosedale | Calgary | $1,955,063 | 30% | 35% | 32% | 2.1 | 2.6 | 3.4 | 30% |
| 41 | Glendale | Calgary | $948,463 | 7% | 47% | 60% | 3.0 | 1.7 | 2.6 | 34% |
| 42 | Strathcona Park | Calgary | $872,852 | 2% | 27% | 42% | 2.7 | 2.0 | 1.7 | 53% |
| 43 | Forest Heights | Calgary | $436,412 | 4% | 48% | 51% | 4.0 | 0.6 | 3.0 | 43% |
| 44 | Falconridge | Calgary | $457,876 | 3% | 33% | 64% | 3.9 | 0.7 | 2.3 | 58% |
| 45 | Copperfield | Calgary | $494,348 | 0% | 20% | 16% | 3.3 | 1.4 | 1.1 | 49% |
| 46 | Signal Hill | Calgary | $695,846 | 6% | 21% | 14% | 3.1 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 53% |
| 47 | Rutland Park | Calgary | $809,204 | 24% | 32% | 37% | 4.0 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 34% |
| 48 | Rocky Ridge | Calgary | $675,556 | 1% | 28% | 38% | 3.0 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 50% |
| 49 | Varsity | Calgary | $654,341 | 7% | 26% | 39% | 3.4 | 1.1 | 2.6 | 48% |
| 50 | Evanston | Calgary | $605,786 | -3% | 12% | 35% | 2.9 | 1.7 | 1.1 | 57% |
| Data: average prices and growth figures reflect 2025 indices and recent multi-year changes. Use neighbourhood scores to compare relative value, economic strength and accessibility. | ||||||||||
Top three neighbourhoods in Calgary
Located at Calgary’s western edge, Valley Ridge feels more like a sheltered retreat than a typical suburb. Escarpments, golf fairways and protected green space give the neighbourhood a distinctive character that appeals to buyers seeking tranquility and scenic surroundings. Market indicators support that appeal: an average home price of about $859,665 in 2025 and roughly 46% five-year growth. Valley Ridge also tops the city for economic indicators, with a high economics score reflecting strong household incomes and a well-educated population.
Because the area prioritizes serenity over rapid connectivity, accessibility scores are low and the layout is largely car-dependent. Ongoing infrastructure projects aim to improve services, but the neighbourhood’s main draw remains its secluded, high-quality living environment.
Perched above Bow Trail, Coach Hill occupies a middle ground between inner-city convenience and the upscale western suburbs. Its mix of established homes and ample lots has made it an attractive, more affordable alternative to pricier neighbourhoods. In 2025 the average price was about $679,000 with exceptional recent appreciation—more than 34% year-over-year and over 40% across three years—earning the area a leading value score.
Coach Hill’s family-oriented profile—more than half of households include children and ownership rates approach 80%—combined with solid road access via Bow Trail and Sarcee Trail has driven strong buyer interest from those seeking more space without sacrificing commute reliability.
Collingwood sits between Nose Hill Park and Confederation Park, offering established mid-century homes alongside convenient access to major institutions. In 2025 its average home value exceeded $1.1 million and it recorded one of the strongest one-year growth rates in the city.
The neighbourhood benefits from closeness to the Foothills Medical Centre, Alberta Children’s Hospital and the University of Calgary, which drives consistent demand from medical, academic and research professionals. Collingwood is also experiencing gradual housing renewal—bungalows are giving way to contemporary infill and multi-unit housing under updated zoning—supporting continued price momentum.
What’s happened in the Calgary real estate market?
Local agents describe Calgary’s recovery as K-shaped: different segments move in opposite directions. Overall benchmark prices have dipped modestly—roughly $25,000 on average—but the effect is uneven across property types. A $25,000 decline matters much more for a lower-priced condo than it does for a high-end detached home. The luxury market has proven resilient, delivering stability and gains for well-built single-family properties.
At the same time, first-time buyers face headwinds from limited job opportunities in some sectors, inflationary pressure and stagnant wage growth. The profile of new buyers is shifting: many are older, are buying as couples, or are receiving parental assistance for down payments.
On the supply side, much of the new construction pipeline focuses on higher-density apartments and townhomes, matching current demand trends for attached housing. For those shopping the resale market, a turnkey detached home in 2025 typically falls in the $500,000–$800,000 range, depending on neighbourhood and condition.
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What’s next for real estate in Calgary?
Buyer sentiment is divided. Financially secure buyers are patient, waiting for the right property; others delay purchases out of concern that prices could fall further. Many transactions are driven by life events—growing families, separations, lease expirations—rather than speculation.
For buyers who are ready to act, consider properties with legal secondary suites. A permitted basement suite can offset a substantial portion of carrying costs by providing rental income, and it also gives owners an optional long-term rental strategy if they choose not to sell later.
Calgary remains more affordable than many Ontario and British Columbia markets, but local affordability is changing. Buyers from other provinces should avoid assuming a lower sticker price guarantees a good deal; neighbourhood dynamics and local comparables matter. Financial discipline remains crucial: live below your means, stress-test mortgage affordability, and avoid overextending.
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