Calgary, Alberta’s third-largest city, combines a diversified economy—anchored by energy, agriculture and growing technology sectors—with a strong job market. In recent years the city’s real estate market attracted buyers from across Canada seeking an urban lifestyle on the Prairies. Despite brisk price growth, many neighbourhoods in Calgary remain relatively affordable compared with other major Canadian cities, making it a compelling option for buyers and investors.
Table of contents: Best places to buy in Calgary
- The 50 best neighbourhoods in Calgary
- Closer look at the top three neighbourhoods
- Real estate trends in Calgary
- Methodology: based on local MLS data and neighbourhood indicators
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Best places to buy real estate in Calgary
Below is a ranked list of the top 50 Calgary neighbourhoods to consider for real estate purchases. The table summarizes benchmark prices, recent price growth and neighbourhood metrics such as value, economics and accessibility. Use this list to compare options across the city and to identify neighbourhoods that match your budget and priorities.
| Rank | Neighbourhood | City | Benchmark price 2024 | 1-year | 3-year | 5-year | Value | Economics | Accessibility | Children (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenwood-Greenbriar | Calgary | $580,945 | 65% | 262% | 88% | 5.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 37% |
| 2 | Abbeydale | Calgary | $488,821 | 49% | 64% | 79% | 4.1 | 0.9 | 1.5 | 43% |
| 3 | Penbrooke Meadows | Calgary | $434,157 | 41% | 61% | 66% | 4.0 | 0.6 | 2.3 | 43% |
| 4 | Pineridge | Calgary | $455,882 | 42% | 52% | 50% | 3.9 | 0.7 | 2.1 | 49% |
| 5 | Marlborough Park | Calgary | $475,876 | 42% | 48% | 58% | 3.9 | 0.8 | 2.2 | 43% |
| 6 | Dover | Calgary | $414,193 | 35% | 54% | 65% | 3.8 | 0.6 | 3.3 | 37% |
| 7 | Red Carpet | Calgary | $246,959 | 14% | 93% | 65% | 3.8 | 0.5 | 2.0 | 43% |
| 8 | Shawnessy | Calgary | $549,174 | 46% | 33% | 54% | 3.8 | 1.2 | 2.1 | 52% |
| 9 | Lincoln Park | Calgary | $331,637 | 31% | 43% | 25% | 3.8 | 0.3 | 2.6 | 34% |
| 10 | Evergreen | Calgary | $637,137 | 48% | 39% | 60% | 3.7 | 1.4 | 1.1 | 52% |
| 11 | Temple | Calgary | $515,608 | 38% | 56% | 50% | 3.7 | 0.9 | 2.4 | 49% |
| 12 | Sundance | Calgary | $946,408 | 58% | 69% | 66% | 3.7 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 54% |
| 13 | Whitehorn | Calgary | $524,287 | 36% | 51% | 59% | 3.7 | 0.9 | 2.8 | 49% |
| 14 | Willow Park | Calgary | $817,239 | 52% | 48% | 74% | 3.7 | 1.2 | 2.5 | 41% |
| 15 | Falconridge | Calgary | $444,566 | 31% | 51% | 52% | 3.7 | 0.8 | 2.3 | 58% |
| 16 | Braeside | Calgary | $503,422 | 36% | 40% | 48% | 3.7 | 1.0 | 1.9 | 42% |
| 17 | Shaganappi | Calgary | $743,116 | 55% | 16% | 39% | 3.7 | 0.7 | 2.9 | 27% |
| 18 | Vista Heights | Calgary | $444,750 | 32% | 26% | 62% | 3.6 | 0.6 | 1.7 | 25% |
| 19 | Canyon Meadows | Calgary | $558,296 | 42% | 27% | 42% | 3.6 | 1.1 | 2.1 | 42% |
| 20 | Castleridge | Calgary | $535,423 | 33% | 55% | 61% | 3.6 | 0.8 | 3.2 | 58% |
| 21 | Rundle | Calgary | $484,790 | 32% | 44% | 57% | 3.6 | 0.8 | 2.9 | 49% |
| 22 | Cedarbrae | Calgary | $540,641 | 33% | 54% | 56% | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.4 | 42% |
| 23 | Thorncliffe | Calgary | $536,982 | 41% | 34% | 4% | 3.6 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 37% |
| 24 | Erin Woods | Calgary | $437,325 | 28% | 40% | 42% | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 37% |
| 25 | Beddington Heights | Calgary | $526,788 | 31% | 45% | 58% | 3.6 | 0.9 | 1.8 | 53% |
| 26 | Country Hills | Calgary | $541,898 | 33% | 46% | 47% | 3.6 | 1.2 | 2.2 | 53% |
| 27 | Marlborough | Calgary | $511,891 | 30% | 49% | 52% | 3.6 | 0.6 | 2.9 | 43% |
| 28 | Lakeview | Calgary | $1,114,763 | 58% | 60% | 79% | 3.5 | 1.2 | 2.6 | 34% |
| 29 | Ranchlands | Calgary | $523,526 | 31% | 37% | 41% | 3.5 | 0.9 | 2.0 | 50% |
| 30 | Monterey Park | Calgary | $558,177 | 29% | 54% | 49% | 3.5 | 1.0 | 1.2 | 49% |
| 31 | North Haven | Calgary | $746,996 | 40% | 50% | 53% | 3.5 | 0.9 | 1.3 | 37% |
| 32 | Bridlewood | Calgary | $514,879 | 28% | 41% | 43% | 3.5 | 1.2 | 1.5 | 52% |
| 33 | Sunalta | Calgary | $337,299 | 27% | 18% | -35% | 3.4 | 0.2 | 4.5 | 27% |
| 34 | Coventry Hills | Calgary | $580,570 | 31% | 45% | 36% | 3.4 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 53% |
| 35 | Strathcona Park | Calgary | $854,683 | 46% | 36% | 60% | 3.4 | 1.7 | 1.7 | 53% |
| 36 | Deer Ridge | Calgary | $512,720 | 26% | 40% | 40% | 3.4 | 0.9 | 0.5 | 41% |
| 37 | Martindale | Calgary | $537,680 | 24% | 45% | 48% | 3.4 | 1.0 | 2.5 | 58% |
| 38 | Huntington Hills | Calgary | $520,727 | 25% | 31% | 44% | 3.4 | 0.7 | 1.9 | 37% |
| 39 | Sandstone Valley | Calgary | $589,477 | 28% | 43% | 47% | 3.4 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 53% |
| 40 | New Brighton | Calgary | $568,584 | 27% | 38% | 42% | 3.4 | 1.4 | 2.2 | 49% |
| 41 | Taradale | Calgary | $503,780 | 21% | 32% | 64% | 3.4 | 1.0 | 2.4 | 58% |
| 42 | Forest Lawn | Calgary | $462,437 | 21% | 33% | 43% | 3.4 | 0.2 | 3.4 | 37% |
| 43 | MacEwan Glen | Calgary | $610,957 | 29% | 40% | 50% | 3.4 | 1.3 | 1.1 | 53% |
| 44 | McKenzie Towne | Calgary | $493,566 | 24% | 28% | 38% | 3.4 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 49% |
| 45 | Acadia | Calgary | $546,351 | 26% | 32% | 38% | 3.3 | 0.6 | 2.7 | 41% |
| 46 | Palliser | Calgary | $584,833 | 28% | 33% | 42% | 3.3 | 0.6 | 1.9 | 31% |
| 47 | Applewood Park | Calgary | $433,145 | 17% | 31% | 47% | 3.3 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 43% |
| 48 | Deer Run | Calgary | $630,103 | 27% | 40% | 51% | 3.3 | 1.1 | 0.9 | 41% |
| 49 | Fairview | Calgary | $638,912 | 28% | 37% | 43% | 3.3 | 0.8 | 2.8 | 32% |
| 50 | Glamorgan | Calgary | $515,062 | 22% | 28% | 35% | 3.3 | 0.6 | 2.6 | 34% |
Source: Calgary Real Estate Board
Top three neighbourhoods in Calgary
1. Greenwood-Greenbriar
Greenwood-Greenbriar, located in northwest Calgary, is emerging as a popular choice for buyers attracted to new residential development and convenient access to recreational amenities. Approximately 37% of households include children, and residents enjoy proximity to large local attractions. While highway connections like Highway 1 and Stoney Trail make car travel straightforward, the neighbourhood’s current public transit and walkability ratings are modest.
A standout local amenity is the Calgary Farmers’ Market West, a sizable year-round market with dozens of vendors offering fresh produce and prepared foods—an asset for neighbours seeking local food and community gatherings. For outdoor recreation, Bowness Park is within easy cycling distance along the Bow River Pathway and offers trails, skating in winter and river activities in summer. WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park is also nearby for winter sports and year-round training facilities.
2. Abbeydale
Abbeydale sits in northeast Calgary and is characterized by an abundance of single-family homes and a working-class community profile. The neighbourhood benefits from its location near major destinations such as Calgary International Airport and several shopping hubs. With an average benchmark price well below the city average—$488,821 at the end of 2024—Abbeydale scores highly on value.
Price growth has been steady: five-year gains of roughly 79% and significant three- and one-year increases reflect sustained demand. Families make up a large share of the community—about 43% of households include children—and local green spaces, playgrounds and schools add to the neighbourhood’s appeal. Road access is convenient; however, transit users may face longer trips to central stations.
3. Penbrooke Meadows
Penbrooke Meadows in southeast Calgary offers affordability relative to many other parts of the city, with a 2024 benchmark price of $434,157. The neighbourhood posted strong year-over-year gains and meaningful growth over the five-year period, giving it a solid value rating for buyers prioritizing price and future upside.
Accessibility is a relative strength: easy driving access to downtown via Memorial Drive and local parks like Elliston Park are practical benefits for families. Several elementary schools serve the community, and roughly 43% of households have children, making Penbrooke Meadows a family-friendly option with numerous outdoor spaces.
What’s happened in the Calgary real estate market?
Calgary continued to see record-breaking home prices through 2024. The city’s composite benchmark price peaked at about $589,000 in June 2024 and closed the year near $575,400. One notable development in 2024 was a significant rise in housing inventory: more homes, especially apartment condos, appeared on the market, which helped shift market conditions toward a more balanced supply-demand dynamic.
With more inventory available, competition eased somewhat compared with the most heated periods, but well-priced single-family homes—particularly listings under $700,000—remained in high demand and sold quickly. Growth in new listings tended to concentrate at higher price points, so affordable homes still faced strong competition from buyers looking for value.
Overall, the market has been robust, but the increase in supply has provided buyers with additional choices and created opportunities for more measured purchasing decisions.
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What’s next for real estate in Calgary?
After several years favoring sellers, market conditions in Calgary began to moderate in 2025 as housing supply rose. That said, demand remains healthy: many buyers continue to seek detached homes, which are still competitive, while condos and higher-priced segments may see more balanced conditions as inventory grows.
Longer-term migration and broader economic trends will influence resale activity, but local experts expect steady demand and continued price growth at a more moderate pace. Calgary’s population growth—reaching roughly 1.6 million in 2024—has supported housing demand, and a high level of new construction will likely help ease pressure on prices by improving supply.
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