Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

Downtown living is a genuinely different proposition from the rest of Calgary. You trade a yard and a garage for walkability, a commute measured in minutes, river pathways at your door, and a lifestyle where you can leave the car parked for days at a time. For young professionals, downsizers, and buyers who simply prefer city living, it can be the best fit in the city.

Downtown is not one place, though. East Village, the West End, and the Commercial Core each feel quite different day to day. This guide walks through what distinguishes them, what to look for in a downtown condo, and who each area tends to suit. For the broader area, see our…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

The inner-city southwest is one of the most consistently in-demand parts of Calgary, and Marda Loop is the reason many buyers start looking here. The district along 33rd and 34th Avenue SW has become one of the city's best main-street shopping and dining strips, and the neighbourhoods around it have redeveloped substantially over the past two decades.

One thing worth clarifying at the outset, because it confuses a lot of buyers: Marda Loop is a commercial district, not a community with its own boundaries. When people say they want to buy in Marda Loop, they are generally looking at Altadore, South Calgary, or Garrison Woods, with Killarney…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

North Calgary is where much of the city's new home construction has been happening. Communities like Livingston, Carrington, and Glacier Ridge have gone from open prairie to active neighbourhoods in a short span, and they attract buyers looking for modern homes, newer layouts, and an entry price that is often more accessible than comparable homes in established areas.

Buying into a brand-new community is a different exercise than buying a resale home, though. You are partly buying what exists today and partly buying what is promised. This guide walks through what each of these three communities offers, what to weigh when buying new, and the…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

Most sellers focus on the sale price, which makes sense, but the number that actually matters is what you walk away with after costs. Selling a home in Calgary comes with several expenses, and understanding them upfront helps you plan realistically and avoid surprises at closing. The main ones are real estate commission, legal fees, and mortgage discharge costs, plus any money you put into preparing the home. Here's how each one works.

The Main Costs of Selling a Home in Calgary

Real Estate Commission

Commission is usually the largest single cost of selling. It is charged as a percentage of the final sale price, it is negotiable, and it…

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Hi Calgary! It's the perfect time to take a close look at how Calgary's real estate market performed through the first half of 2026.

So, let's answer the question everyone is asking:

Is the Calgary real estate market crashing in 2026?

No, it is not. But it is no longer the fast-moving seller's market we saw from 2021 to 2024. Buyers now have more options, they are more selective, and sellers need to be more strategic than ever.

Calgary Real Estate Market Stats: June 2026 and H1 2026

According to CREB (Calgary Real Estate Board), here is how the numbers stack up:

  • June 2026 residential sales: 2,197, compared to 2,284 last June — about 3.8% lower
  • First half of 2026 residential sales: 11,092, compared to 12,396 during the same period…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

Commute is one of the biggest factors families and professionals weigh when choosing where to live in NW Calgary, and it's also one of the easiest to misjudge from a listing photo. The good news is that the northwest is one of the better-connected parts of the city, with a dedicated LRT line running straight into downtown and several major roadways feeding the core.

This guide breaks down your options, both transit and driving, and which NW communities are best suited to each. For a broader look at the area, see our Northwest Calgary real estate overview.

The Northwest LRT (Red Line)

The northwest is served by Calgary's Red Line (Route…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

The communities around the University of Calgary are some of the most consistently in-demand in the city, and for good reason. They combine established neighborhoods, strong schools, LRT access, and one of Calgary's major shopping centres, all anchored by a university that drives steady housing demand year after year. Whether you're a family that wants to be close to campus, a parent buying a home your student can live in, or an investor looking at rental potential, the area has options worth understanding.

This guide compares the four communities buyers most often consider when they want to live near the University of Calgary: University…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

When buyers are choosing where to settle in Calgary, the northwest and southwest are two of the most common finalists. Both are established, family-friendly, and span a wide range of prices and lifestyles. But they have real differences in character, commute, and the kinds of communities you'll find, and understanding those differences upfront saves a lot of time once you start touring homes.

Here's an honest comparison of the two, based on decades of helping buyers and sellers on both sides of the city. For the full detail on each area, see our Northwest Calgary overview and browse the inner-city southwest, west Calgary, and south Calgary…

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Written by Jessica Chan, a Calgary REALTOR® and broker serving the city since 1990. Last updated: June 2026.

Northwest Calgary is one of the most popular parts of the city for families, and for good reason. It has strong school access, some of the largest parks in Calgary, quick routes to the mountains, and an LRT line that runs straight downtown. But "NW Calgary" covers a lot of ground, from established communities near the University of Calgary to newer hillside developments out along Stoney Trail, and the right fit depends on your budget, your commute, and what your family actually needs day to day.

This guide walks through the NW communities that work best for families, what makes each one distinct, and who each tends to suit. It's based on…

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Calgary Real Estate Market Update —
April 2026 & First Four Months in Review

Whether you're thinking of buying your first home, upgrading, or selling in Calgary, understanding the current market conditions is essential to making the right decision. In this update, we break down the Calgary real estate market performance for April 2026 and the first four months of the year — with key insights for buyers and sellers heading into the spring season.

 

 

Overall Market Summary: April 2026

Total residential sales in April 2026 came in at 2,104 units, down slightly from 2,236 units during the same period last year — a decrease of 134 units. This dip is largely driven by a slowdown in condo apartment sales, while the single-family home segment…

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