Are you wondering where the best places to buy a home in Calgary are and which neighbourhoods you might want to skip?
Whether you’re a first time buyer or a seasoned investor, understanding Calgary’s neighbourhood landscape is essential. In this expert guide from Calgary Realtor Ryan Gillard, we break down the best, worst, and most underrated communities in Calgary in 2025.
This article is designed to help you make confident decisions and includes everything from hidden gems to areas that may not live up to the hype. Plus, you’ll find free tools to estimate your mortgage, search homes, or get a home evaluation.
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West Calgary – Scenic, Stable, and Sought After
- Top Communities: Highly desirable across the board. Excellent schools and resale value.
- Hidden Gems: Glenbrook, Westgate, Glenmorgan – ideal for renovators and value seekers.
- Watchlist: Spruce Cliff and Rosscarrock (near Westbrook Mall) – less polished but improving.
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Northwest Calgary – Green Spaces and Great Schools
- Top Picks: Edgemont, Brentwood, Charleswood, Collingwood, Varsity Estates, and the Hamptons.
- Underrated: Silver Springs – family friendly, scenic views, and lower price point.
- Mixed Reputation: Ranchlands, Bowness, Montgomery – street specific. Watch for resale potential.
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North Central Calgary – Functional but Forgettable
- Character: Many Newer builds in the deep suburbs, suburban feel.
- Lower Ranked: Huntington Hills, Beddington, MacEwan Glen, Sandstone Valley – aging homes, some sketchy pockets.
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Northeast Calgary – A Tale of Two Halves
- Modern & Safe: Redstone, Cornerstone, Skyview – newer communities close to the airport.
- Top Picks: Coral Springs (lake access), Mayland Heights (close to downtown).
- Areas to Avoid: Falconridge, Marlborough Mall area, – aging housing stock and higher crime stats.
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East Calgary – High Crime, Industrial Vibes
- Least Desirable: Forest Lawn, Penbrooke, Erin Woods, Dover.
- Improving: Belvedere and Huxley – new builds and access to East Hills Shopping Centre.
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Southeast Calgary – Ideal for Young Families
- Best of the Best: Mahogany, Auburn Bay, Douglasdale, McKenzie Lake.
- Great Value: Riverbend – affordable, accessible, family friendly.
- Least Loved: Ogden – industrial and uneven in development.
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South Calgary – Mature Communities and New Developments
- High-End: Lake Bonavista, Willow Park, around the Reservoir and lake areas.
- Up-and-Coming: Acadia and Haysboro – large lots, central access, infill opportunity.
- Affordable Gems: Deer Ridge, Deer Run – great for families near Fish Creek Park.
- Brand New: Legacy, Pine Creek, Walden, Wolf Willow – growing but not yet established.
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Inner City Calgary
- Overrated: Marda Loop – overdeveloped and congested – difficult to get in and out of.
- Trendy But Gritty: Beltline and the East Village – comes with many amenities but a higher concentration of crime.
- Elite Areas: From Upper Mount Royal to Bel-Aire, Rosedale, Briar Hill, St. Andrews Heights, Hillhurst, Kensington.
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Final Thoughts
Calgary’s real estate market in 2025 offers something for everyone, from established lake communities to affordable fixer uppers and cutting edge new builds.
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