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Northwest Calgary Real Estate

Northwest Calgary

Varsity

🗺️ CREB DISTRICT 📍NORTHWEST CALGARY

Scenic, mountain-facing communities with established schools, lake access, and unmatched proximity to the University of Calgary, Foothills Hospital, and the Rockies.

KEY COMMUNITIES

Tuscany | Arbour Lake | Brentwood | Varsity | Silver Springs | Hawkwood | Rocky Ridge | Bowness | Montgomery | Collingwood | Charleswood | Dalhousie | Ranchlands | University Heights | University District | Edgemont | The Hamptons | Citadel | Royal Oak | Scenic Acres | Ambleridge | Glacier Ridge | Rockland Park | Sherwood | Nolan Hill


🏡 AVG. DET HOME PRICE

$838K

⬇️ 3.0% year over year

as of June 2026*

🗓️ AVG. DAYS ON MARKET

27 DAYS

⬇️ 4.0% year over year

🚗 AVG. TO DOWNTOWN

20 MINS

By car or LRT


🩶 Who lives here & lifestyle

The Southeast is Calgary’s go-to for young families seeking space, lakes, The Northwest draws a mix of long-established families, university-affiliated professionals, and move-up buyers who want outdoor access without leaving the city. Residents are close to the mountains — Tuscany and Rocky Ridge residents can see the Rockies from their streets — and the active lifestyle that comes with it. You’ll find strong community leagues, lake clubs in Arbour Lake and Silver Springs, and an educated, tight-knit demographic that stays put for decades.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS

Established Families | Mountain Views | University Proximity | Lake Access | Outdoor Lifestyle | Long Term Owners


📚 Schools & Education

The NW is one of Calgary’s strongest districts for school choice, with a deep bench of public, Catholic, French immersion, and private options — many with long track records and strong reputations. The University of Calgary sits within the district boundary, adding post-secondary access that younger families consider when buying long-term.

Tuscany School – Public K–9

Arbour Lake School – Public K–9

West Dalhousie School – Public K-6

Brentwood School – Traditional Learning Centre (TLC) K-6

St. Maria Goretti – Catholic K–9

Banff Trail School – French Immersion

Dalhousie School – Spanish Bilingual K-6

Senator Patrick Burns School – Regular 7-9, Spanish Bilingual 7-9

Sir Winston Churchill High School – Public 10-12, International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma 10-12

Plus many more…

GETTING AROUND

Downtown Core – 20 mins

YYC Airport – 25 mins

Banff / Canmore – 45 mins

Foothills Hospital – 5 mins

Many LRT (NW Line) – Tuscany


PARKS & OUTDOORS

🏖️ Lake Access

🐾 Off-Leash areas

🚲 Bow River Path

🚶🏻Pathways

⛸️ Skating rinks

🏔️ Mountain Views


📈 Growth & what’s coming (expected)

🧑🏼‍🍳 University District

master-planned urban village adjacent to U of C nearing full build-out; adds retail, restaurants, seniors housing, and walkable density to the district’s core

🏥 Foothlls Hospital Redevelopment

anticipated province-funded expansion of the Foothills Medical Centre campus reinforces the NW as Calgary’s medical and research hub

🛍️ Rocky Ridge & Rockland Park

final phases of outer NW communities completing with new schools, parks, and commercial amenities expected through 2026–2028

📍Notable communities

Tuscany

Calgary’s westernmost community; sweeping mountain views, strong schools, and a vibrant community centre

Arbour Lake

NW’s only lake community; private beach club, year-round activities, and excellent family amenities

Varsity

Prestigious established community; large lots, proximity to Foothills & Children’s hospitals and U of C

Brentwood

Mature inner-NW neighbourhood; walkable to U of C, Brentwood LRT, and Northland Mall

Silver Springs

Hidden gem with vast parks and pathways, mature trees, and one of the city’s most active community associations