Saturday Nov 8, 2025

🏡 Haysboro – Detached Homes Sales Report

Haysboro has long been one of Calgary’s most balanced and desirable southwest communities. With its classic post-war bungalows, mature trees, and unbeatable location just minutes from Chinook Centre and the C-Train, Haysboro continues to attract a steady mix of buyers, sellers, and long-term investors.

What makes Haysboro stand out is the range of homes — from original mid-century gems to fully modernized rebuilds — offering opportunities for every price point. Whether you’re upgrading, downsizing, or investing, the numbers speak for themselves: consistent activity, solid price per square foot, and shorter average days on market compared to many Calgary neighborhoods.

This current report reflects the most recent Active, Pending, and Sold detached listings in Haysboro — straight from the Calgary MLS® System. Real data, real results, no speculation.

Haysboro Detached Home Sales – The Long View

Every point on this chart represents a real detached home sale in Haysboro — decades of verified MLS® data showing how this community has weathered every market shift and continued to grow in value.

From the early 2000s run-up, through the 2008-09 slowdown, to today’s stronger-than-ever resale prices, the pattern is clear: well-located homes on good lots in established communities keep performing. Haysboro’s stability, strong schools, nearby amenities, and mature character make it one of Calgary’s most dependable long-term investments.

This isn’t a forecast — it’s a factual timeline of performance. Haysboro proves that location, community, and renovation potential never go out of style.

If you’d like this same level of insight for your community or investment niche, I can build you a custom Market History Report just like this — powered by verified MLS® data.

Thinking About Buying, Selling, or Investing in Haysboro?

Whether you’re entering the market or fine-tuning your strategy, success starts with understanding the data behind the headlines.

• Buyers: Let’s pinpoint your best opportunities before they hit the public sites.

• Sellers: I’ll show you exactly where your home fits in today’s market — using real, local MLS® data.

• Investors: Haysboro’s blend of rental stability, redevelopment potential, and price spread makes it one of Calgary’s strongest neighborhoods for long-term growth and equity play.

Email me your criteria or call/text 403-831-0842 for your customized Market Watch or Home Evaluation Report.

Jerry Charlton Real Estate — Calgary Homes, Data-Driven Decisions.

Haysboro Homes For Sale Today

Saturday Nov 8, 2025

Acadia Detached Homes – Calgary’s Classic Community with Enduring Appeal

Acadia continues to prove why it’s one of Calgary’s most resilient and desirable communities for detached homes. Built primarily in the 1960s and 1970s, Acadia’s tree-lined streets, solid bungalows, and split-level homes have stood the test of time—often getting new life through thoughtful renovations and modern upgrades. Investors love the stable lot sizes and central location, while homeowners value the convenience of nearby schools, parks, shopping, and easy access to major routes like Macleod Trail and Deerfoot Trail.

The data tells the story—steady turnover, healthy price per square foot, and consistent buyer interest even as the broader market shifts. Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or hold, Acadia remains a textbook example of Calgary real estate fundamentals at work: strong community, solid construction, and proven long-term value.

Each report is built from verified MLS® data and reflects real sales activity, not guesses or hype.
If you’d like to see the same insights for your own community or for a property you’re tracking, reach out for a customized Market Watch Report—it’s free and built from the same source data the pros use.

Decades of Detached Home Sales in Acadia Tell a Story of Steady Growth and Renewal

Every dot on this chart represents a real home sold in Acadia — thousands of individual transactions that together tell a powerful story about one of Calgary’s most enduring communities. From early 2000s affordability through the 2006 boom, the market corrections, and the recent surge in values, Acadia’s detached homes have proven their staying power through every market cycle.

What you’re seeing isn’t theory or forecast — it’s fact. Actual MLS® data showing how Acadia’s older bungalows, splits, and renovated homes continue to evolve, appreciate, and attract new generations of homeowners and investors.

In real estate, long-term trends matter more than short-term noise. And Acadia’s history makes one thing clear — well-located, well-built homes never go out of style.

If you’d like this same level of insight for your community or investment niche, I can build you a custom Market History Report just like this — powered by verified MLS® data.

Thinking About Buying, Selling, or Investing in Acadia?

No matter where you fit in the market, real opportunities start with real data — and that’s exactly what you see here.

• Buyers: Acadia offers solid homes, strong resale history, and unmatched central convenience. Let’s narrow in on the best listings that fit your budget and your goals before they hit the public sites.

• Sellers: Your home’s true value is written in this data — not guesses or automated estimates. Let’s compare your property to recent sales and show buyers what makes yours stand out.

• Investors: Acadia’s proven cycles of renovation and appreciation make it one of Calgary’s most reliable neighborhoods for long-term value growth and flip potential.

Whether you’re planning your next move or scouting your next deal, I’ll help you make decisions based on facts, not headlines.
📩 Email me your criteria or call/text 403-831-0842 to get a customized Market Watch or Home Evaluation Report powered directly from the Calgary MLS® system.

Jerry Charlton Real Estate — Because timing, data, and strategy still matter.

Friday November 7, 2025

Todays reports features Calgary’s three main property types — Detached Homes, Condos, and Townhomes.
We are interested in the total Supply & Demand and by Price Range in each main property type.
The broad market has 5,848 Listings vs 1,741 Sales in the past 30 days. Which tells us the overall market would take about 3.4 Months for buyers to buy everything on the market today at the same pace of sales for the most recent 30 days. While that is somewhat interesting the real market data that matters to you is what micro market you might be in today. That is what these following are charts are for.

Detached Homes Market Report

Detached homes have 2,570 active listings, 937 sales in the past 30 days, and 325 conditionally sold / pending listings, the average overall odds of selling in the next 30 days is 36%. Explore your Price Range to discover what your micro market looks like. Contact us and we can dive deeper into the data to see what the market looks like in your communities of choice.

Condo Market Report

Condos have 1,771 active listings, 366 sales in the past 30 days, and 111 conditionally sold / pending listings, the average overall odds of selling in the next 30 days is 21%. Explore your Price Range to discover what your micro market looks like. Contact us and we can dive deeper into the data to see what the market looks like in your Condo Building.

Townhome Market Report

Townhomes have 951 active listings, 272 sales in the past 30 days, and 94 conditionally sold / pending listings, the average overall odds of selling in the next 30 days is 29%. Explore your Price Range to discover what your micro market looks like. Contact us and we can dive deeper into the data to see what the market looks like in your Townhome Complex.

People love to speculate about home prices and the real estate market in general. Is it the time of year? Yes. Is it interest rates? Yes Is it employment rate? Yes. Is it politics? Yes. Is it human nature? Absolutely Yes!

The real estate market gets bumped around in every direction all the time. The cause of the bumps is noise. Noise that doesn’t matter and doesn’t stop.

Ignore the noise and let me help you look at the real time facts on the rare occasions when you are in the market to buy. sell or invest.  

Every time a home sells in Calgary, a record is created and in older communities like Acadia, those records tell a very profitable story.

Over the past three years, 96 detached homes in Acadia were bought, renovated, and resold. These aren’t hypothetical models or “what-ifs.” These are real investors, real trades, real timelines, and real results.

Here’s what happened:

• Average Buy Price: $503,755

• Average Sell Price: $685,075

• Average Timeline: 16 months

• Average Gross Spread: $181,320

That spread isn’t fantasy profit — it’s your maximum renovation budget before breaking even. Spend smarter than the average, and the leftover becomes profit. The better the investor, the bigger the cushion.

Why Acadia?

Acadia is a classic Calgary success story:

✅ 1960s solid bungalows
✅ Large, flat lots
✅ Walkable schools, shopping & leisure
✅ Easy commutes — Macleod, Deerfoot, Southland, Heritage
✅ Renovation-friendly layouts

Old enough to upgrade. Young enough to shine.

You get good bones, predictable demand, and a giant gap between tired and renovated prices. That gap is where investors make money.

The Investor’s Job: Improve Everything

Success in Acadia comes down to three things:

1️⃣ Buy Smart

Target homes at the bottom of the price cluster — original condition, tired finishes, no major structural surprises.

2️⃣ Renovate Tighter

Invest where buyers notice:

• Kitchens & baths

• Flooring & lighting

• Furniture-quality carpentry

• Egress & safety upgrades

• Updated mechanicals

Don’t overshoot the neighbourhood ceiling — be the best deal at the top, not the most expensive house on earth.

3️⃣ Sell Faster

Price a little below the highest recent sales and let the market fight over it.
Profit loves speed. Debt doesn’t.

How We Find the Next Flip

We now track price-per-sq-ft clusters in real time.

📉 Homes priced near the bottom = acquisition candidates
📈 Homes priced near the top = ARV benchmarks

Zero guessing. Zero “gut feel.”
Just repeatable patterns and data that prints money.

Acadia isn’t unique — it’s just the model we’re starting with.
Southwood. Haysboro. Fairview. Canyon Meadows.
The whole central-south bungalow belt is in play.

Ready To Hunt the Next Opportunity?

Whether you want:
✔ One flip per year
✔ A long-term buy-renovate-rent plan
✔ A cash-flow conversion strategy (suited basement!)
✔ A full portfolio of under-market entry points

…I have the system, the data, and the access.

No hype. No guesswork.
Just Calgary’s most proven flipping market — and someone who knows how to navigate it.

👉 Let’s talk: JerryCharlton.com/contact.html
👉 Or text me directly and let’s grab coffee

Bottom Line

Acadia is where investors don’t just dream — they collect.
We know the spread.
We know the timing.
We know what works.

The only variable left?

You.

We Have A Smarter way to find undervalued Real Estate in Calgary

The Calgary Foreclosure Boom Ended in 2013

Banks and mortgage companies caused the foreclosure boom and ended it as well. 

Stop Chasing Foreclosure deals means:

• Avoid Un-Conditional Cash Offers

• Avoid bidding wars on scarce supply

• Avoid buying “as is” with no inspections

• Avoid waiting months for the next deal to show up

• Avoid missing opportunities in your own communities

• Regular Offers can be negotiated back and forth in a timely manner

• Regular Offers can include Buyer Conditions like Financing and home inspections

Every Calgary Community Has A Pattern of Historical Sales We Use To Find Deals Others Miss.

McKenzie Towne in south Calgary is one community that has had over 6,000 sales in the past 30 years. We use that data to reveal home price trends. We want to know the current floor, ceiling, average sale prices and sales volume.

When we know the averages of our target community and home type we set ourselves up with a Market Watch Home Search to automatically email us only new listings under the averages which are our deal finding ceilings.

These 12 listings on the date of this article have prices below the community averages. If there are foreclosures that fall under the averages they are in the list as well. Chances are on closer inspection there might only be a couple of real deals out of this list of 12 that could be from highly motivated sellers. And those are the deals we want. Regular deals with Regular buyer protections and conditions from the most motivated sellers.

Charlie Munger of Berkshire Hathaway Fame and his buddy Warren Buffett were fond of looking at the inverse of problems. If finding real estate deals is a problem. The inverse is Can We Make The Deals Find Us? 
And the answer is yes! All day long in every community there are deals ready for the ready to buy investor.

Contact Jerry Charlton
Let’s talk communities, numbers, home styles and Make The Deals Find You! 

The chart represents over 21,000 actual foreclosure sales of detached homes in Calgary dating back to the 1990s. Every dot is a real sale — a reminder that the market doesn’t always move in a straight line.

From 2003 through 2013, things went a bit wild. I became a licensed Realtor® in 2002, and during those first 10 years it was completely normal to see hundreds of foreclosure listings in the MLS at any given time. And yes — many buyers scored unbelievable deals. That high level of distressed inventory also quietly kept prices from running away on regular homeowners.

Then everything changed.
Governments and lenders tightened the screws — over 200 mortgage rule changes, stress tests, and goodbye to the 30 – 50 year amortizations. Mortgage fraud and “Stupid Money” (you know, the kind you get just for showing up with a pulse) were pushed out of the system.

This chart makes the outcome pretty obvious:
The manipulation worked — unqualified buyers and professional fraudsters got flushed.

Will that change again?
Of course. Regulators and lenders can’t resist tinkering with the rules. And when they loosen up too far — as history shows — this chart will start getting wild again.

Will buyers still find deals in the market? Yes, as the chart for one Calgary Community clearly shows many homes are sold well below average prices almost every month.

Contact Me and Let Me Help You Buy a Great Property the Easy Way

McKenzie Towne is about to celebrate its 30th birthday and unlike most 30-year-olds, this community is hitting its prime. Built in the late 90s and early 2000s, McKenzie Towne was one of Calgary’s first attempts at a “master-planned, walkable neighbourhood.” Shops, parks, ponds, schools, cute front porches, and rear-lane garages, the whole nostalgic package.

Fast-forward to today: more than 6,260 detached home sales have now occurred here. That’s not just a market, that’s a long-term community life cycle story unfolding.

Let’s take a look at what the data really says about McKenzie Towne as it enters a new era.

🚀 Prices Have Climbed — And They’re Still Climbing

The Price-by-Date Scatter Chart shows a few simple truths:

✅ Early-2000s homes sold mostly between $200K–$350K
✅ 2006-2007 boom — prices launched into the $400K+ range
✅ Today, well-renovated homes push $800K–$1,000,000++

That’s called equity, my friend.

Even better? These homes were mostly built when people still believed in real yards, real garages, and actual craftsmanship. When buyers show up now, they’re stunned at how much house you get for the money.

Charts created by Jerry Charlton using verified Calgary MLS® data

🔨 Renovated vs. Original = The Opportunity Gap

30-year-old homes create two price groups:

1️⃣ Homes that have never seen a shiny new countertop
2️⃣ Homes that have had the HGTV treatment

The High-Low-Average charts show this gap clearly. The nicer the reno, the higher the ceiling keeps rising. And the homes that need updating? They lag behind… until someone smart fixes them.

That gap is what I lovingly call:

The Area of Opportunity
Buy the ugliest house in the best neighbourhood — steal equity from the future.

In McKenzie Towne, the gap is widening again. Good for investors. Great for first-timers willing to roll up their sleeves.

Charts created by Jerry Charlton using verified Calgary MLS® data

Charts created by Jerry Charlton using verified Calgary MLS® data

🔁 Sales Volume Tells the Community’s Story

McKenzie Towne had a turnover frenzy in the early years:

📈 From 0 → 450 detached sales a year in under a decade
📉 A drop as the community aged and people stayed longer
📈 Another surge when the market heated up again recently

Sales volume now reflects stability. This is no longer a transient area — it’s a place people hold.

People don’t cling to homes that are losing value. They cling to winners.

Charts created by Jerry Charlton using verified Calgary MLS® data

🧠 What This Means for Buyers & Investors Today

Here’s the blunt truth:

✅ McKenzie Towne isn’t cheap anymore
✅ But it’s still undervalued relative to what you get
✅ And the reno-opportunity gap has never been easier to exploit

Why? Because:

✔ Younger families want walkable neighbourhoods
✔ Retirees want low-maintenance main-level living
✔ Investors want strong rent numbers and resale demand
✔ Renovations in this area reliably boost value

McKenzie Towne is exactly what you want:

➡ Mature enough that the bones are proven
➡ Young enough that major systems still have life
➡ Popular enough that demand stays strong
➡ Old enough that upgrades create outsized returns

If You Want the Best Deals…

Don’t shop by list price.
Shop by McKenzie Towne price gap and renovation upside.

That’s where I come in.

I track every sale. Every trend. Every outlier.
I know which homes are primed to outperform the neighbourhood in the next 5 years.

Want the deals before everyone else sees them?
Contact me today.
You’ll only hear from me when the right home hits the radar.
➡ Jerry Charlton

Calgary Real Estate Market Charts by Jerry Charlton – Verified MLS® Data

📊 About These Calgary Real Estate Charts

Every chart and analysis on this page was exclusively created by Jerry Charlton using actual MLS® data, verified and compiled from thousands of Calgary home sales.
This same in-depth research is available for any Calgary community, property type, condo building, townhome complex, or niche market worth exploring and investing in.

Real data. Real insight. Real opportunities

💰 How Much Do I Need To Sell My Calgary Home For To Keep What I Want To Keep?

Smart sellers start with their net — the amount they keep after commissions and closing costs. Here’s the easiest way to reverse-engineer the most common Calgary commission structure, 7% on the first $100K, 3% on the balance, plus GST. (We simplify that to 3% on the total sale price plus $4,000 to create the simple formula below)

(Seller Net + $4,200) ÷ 0.9685 = Your Required Sale Price

Why those weird numbers?
The $4,200 represents the fixed portion of commission + GST on the first $100K
The 0.9685 is the share of the remaining balance the seller keeps after a 3% commission + GST

📌 Example

You want to net $500,000 in your pocket.

Plug it in: ($500,000 + $4,200) ÷ 0.9685 ≈ $520,250

✅ You must sell for about $520,250
💵 That nets you $500,000
🧮 Commission + GST would be $20,250

Another Example:

You want to net $800,000?  ($800,000 + $4,200) ÷ 0.9685 ≈ $829,326

✅ Sell for ≈ $829,326 to walk away with $800,000

Commissions Are Negotiable - Let’s Have a Real Conversation

In Alberta, real estate commissions are 100% negotiable. There’s no set rate. It’s simply an agreement between you and me your Realtor. When you work with me, we talk openly about the services you need, the work required to get your home sold, and the results you expect. If you want to negotiate, tell me your goals and I’ll show you the strategies, marketing, and time investment that protect your bottom line and help you net the most money possible. No games, no pressure - just straight-up value for value.

📩 Contact me anytime at and let’s build a plan that works for you.

Every Calgary community tells a story… and the older ones leave the best clues. As time marches on, the gap grows between untouched originals and freshly renovated gems. That gap is where the money is made. Buy low, improve smart, and sell into a higher price band - it’s the oldest wealth-building strategy in real estate.

Southwood is a renovator’s dream and a first-time buyer’s friend. Solid 1960s homes on bigger lots, mature trees, great transit, walkable conveniences - but still priced where smart buyers can get in and win. Opportunity is alive and well here. And it’s not waiting forever.

Southwood is one of Calgary’s established southwest neighbourhoods - walkable, transit-connected, and filled with the kind of mature trees and larger lots that new suburbs only dream about. Homes here were built from 1957 through 2011, with the average build year around 1968. Translation: solid bones, great locations, and decades of improvements layered in.

From a real estate standpoint, Southwood offers a strong mix of property types and sales since 1980:

• Detached Homes: 2,784

• Townhomes: 697

• Apartments: 565

• Half Duplexes: 337

With the Southland and Anderson C-Train stations close by - plus quick routes via Macleod Trail and 14th Street - Southwood punches far above its weight class for convenience.

A Community’s Life Cycle — Told Through Price Growth

The chart below includes every detached home sold in Southwood since 1980. It tells a familiar story: modest pricing in the early years, then a huge lift during the 2000s as the rest of Calgary discovered what residents here already knew - Southwood is a great place to live.

As the community matured, something important happened…

The gap between original and renovated homes widened. Updated homes climbed quickly in value while untouched ones lagged behind. That spread is the renovation cycle - and it is still underway.

Opportunity loves neighborhoods like this.

Charts created by Jerry Charlton using verified Calgary MLS® data

Price Per Square Foot — The Real Indicator of Value

When you track price per square foot over time, the picture becomes even sharper:

• Before 2005: homes clustered in a narrow price band

• After 2005: a clean separation between upgraded homes and originals

This tells us two things:
1️⃣ Buyers are willing to pay a premium for improvements
2️⃣ There are still homes waiting for their turn to be updated and re-priced significantly higher

Investor language?
Buy below the community average PPSF, improve, and let the market do the work.

Charts created by Jerry Charlton using verified Calgary MLS® data

Who Should Be Looking at Southwood?

✅ First-time buyers who want long-term value
✅ Investors searching for below-average pricing opportunities
✅ Renovators who know how to unlock higher price bands
✅ Downsizers who want transit-friendly convenience in a mature area

Southwood continues to evolve - and the market keeps rewarding those who recognize its potential early.

If you’d like to see the best Southwood opportunities for today’s buyers and investors, just reach out - I can help you find them before everyone else does.

Contact Jerry Charlton to create a custom plan to suit your real estate goals.

Calgary Real Estate Market Charts by Jerry Charlton – Verified MLS® Data

📊 About These Calgary Real Estate Charts

Every chart and analysis on this page was exclusively created by Jerry Charlton using actual MLS® data, verified and compiled from thousands of Calgary home sales.
This same in-depth research is available for any Calgary community, property type, condo building, townhome complex, or niche market worth exploring and investing in.

Real data. Real insight. Real opportunities

(Why Neighbourhoods Rise, Settle, Stall, and Surge Again)

Every Calgary community has a story. It’s not random. It’s not luck. It’s predictable. Once you understand the life cycle of a neighbourhood, you start to see the city differently — especially if you’re buying, selling, or investing.

Let’s walk through the phases most Calgary communities quietly pass through.

1. The Excitement Phase — Birth of a Community

It starts with a name, a master plan, and a few brave showhomes in a muddy field. The builders move in, the marketing banners go up, and suddenly everyone’s talking about the new “it” area.

Buyers line up:

• shiny quartz,

• fresh paint smell,

• “no one has lived here before” bragging rights.

Most early sales never hit MLS. They go straight from builder to buyer. Great locations? Snapped up instantly — often by people who know they’ll be irreplaceable.

2. The Equity Phase — Early Appreciation

In Calgary, the first 5–10 years are usually good to great. Prices rise, landscaping matures, schools open, traffic patterns normalize, and the neighbourhood starts to feel… real.

Owners build equity without doing anything heroic.

And with that equity comes…

3. The Shuffling Phase — Early Turnover

Not everyone nailed their lot choice. Some got:

• power lines,

• busier streets,

• smaller yards,

• less sunlight,

• problematic neighbours (don’t worry, we all get one eventually).

These are the first movers.

As they upgrade within the community, turnover increases. The neighbourhood becomes a hive of sold signs and moving vans.

Investors start sniffing around.

4. The Plateau Phase — Stability

Eventually, turnover slows. The easy upgrades are done. Owners settle in. Kids grow. Mortgages shrink.

Price ranges tighten.
Sales become boringly predictable.
“Stable” becomes the word.

This is where communities spend most of their lives.

Investor note: this is when rents become wonderfully boring and vacancy almost disappears.

5. The Divergence Phase — Aging Stock

As homes age, you start to see two distinct species:

• Original Condition
  Same cabinets the builder used when radios had knobs.

• Renovated
  New kitchens, new bathrooms, maybe a second mortgage hiding in the basement.

Now price spreads widen — sometimes dramatically. This is where charts start looking like someone spilled glitter. The difference between high and low becomes the Area of Opportunity.

Buyers with vision thrive here. Renovators feast.

6. The Transition Phase — Seniors Age Out

Calgary has a lot of communities built in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Eventually, original owners:

• downsize,

• move to retirement communities,

• pass properties to estates.

These homes are often immaculate time capsules with:

• great bones,

• huge lots,

• no lipstick.

Turnover accelerates again.
Builders quietly circle, calculators glowing.

Prices start rising — not because the homes are stunning, but because the potential is.

7. The Renaissance Phase — Gentrification

Now the community gets interesting.

Renovated homes start commanding premium prices.
Ultra-original homes get snapped up as projects.
Younger professionals move in.
Contractors become local celebrities.

Before long, the area looks nothing like it did a decade ago — in a good way.

At this point, the price spread (high vs low) can double. Investors love this window. Realtors love it more.

8. The Legacy Phase — The Cycle Repeats

Communities don’t die.
They cycle.

New construction steals attention, older homes age into charm, and the strong locations outperform forever.

And the “best lots” — the ones snapped up in phase one — often never hit MLS again. They quietly transfer owner to owner, hidden from the public.

This skews data, averages, and public perception.

So What Does This Mean for You?

Buyers:
Don’t judge a community by its current state — judge it by its phase. Opportunity hides between the phases.

Sellers:
List when your phase favours demand. If your community’s entering divergence or transition, price power is on your side.

Investors:
The sweet spot is simple:

• aging stock,

• wide price spread,

• quiet turnover acceleration,

• unrenovated originals still available.

That’s how you buy with a margin of safety.

Calgary is a City of Cycles

Suburbs become established.
Established communities become classic.
Classic communities become desirable.
And eventually, they become expensive.

Meanwhile, something shiny breaks ground on the edge of the city — and a new story begins.

Real estate isn’t about bricks, drywall, or granite. It’s about timing, phase recognition, and anticipating the next chapter in a community’s life.

If you want help reading the cycle instead of guessing, reach out.

The best deals aren’t random.
They’re predictable — if you know what phase you’re looking at.

Check Out 365Calgary.com for lists and stats for the Calgary Housing Market.

If you’ve been watching Calgary’s condo market climb over the past few years, you’ve probably wondered — is there anywhere left in this city where a buyer can still find a deal? The answer is yes.

Based on MLS® data from the past 12 months, these 10 Calgary communities offered some of the lowest average sold prices for apartment-style condos — and not just the odd one-off sale. Each community also saw a healthy number of transactions, proving there’s still real activity at the entry level.

1. $174,000 Forest Lawn

2. $192,000 Banff Trail

3. $202,000 Greenview

4. $208,000 Chinook Park

5. $208,000 Penbrooke Meadows

6. $210,000 Thorncliffe

7. $214,000 Bowness

8. $219,000 Canyon Meadows

9. $221,000 Southwood

10. $223,000 Rosscarrock
    

What These Numbers Tell Us

Each of these communities has its own character and advantages — but they share one thing in common: affordability with upside.

• Forest Lawn continues to be Calgary’s value leader. For buyers willing to look past reputation and focus on fundamentals, this area offers some of the best cash-flow potential in the city.

• Banff Trail and Chinook Park surprise many people by showing up on this list — proximity to the University of Calgary and Chinook Centre makes these pockets interesting for students, staff, and investors alike.

• Bowness and Canyon Meadows bring lifestyle value — near parks, transit, and established amenities — all while staying within reach of first-time buyers.

• Communities like Southwood, Rosscarrock, and Thorncliffe often attract renovators and smart investors looking for older buildings in strong, central locations.

📈 Why It Matters

Condos remain the gateway into Calgary real estate ownership, especially with detached and semi-detached homes now averaging well north of $700,000.
In a market where affordability is tightening, condos in these 10 communities continue to provide options for:

• First-time buyers priced out of other segments

• Downsizers looking to cash out equity but stay in Calgary

• Investors who want low maintenance and strong rental demand

With population growth and in-migration still fueling Calgary’s housing demand, today’s affordable condo could be tomorrow’s smart investment.

🤝 Final Thoughts

If you’re looking to get started in real estate ownership — or add a solid rental to your portfolio — these communities are where the smart money’s quietly moving in.

As always, I can help you dig deeper into each area’s current listings, building histories, condo fees, and rental potential before you write an offer.

Preparing Your Calgary Home for Winter: Basic Maintenance Tips

Calgary's winters are beautiful but can be harsh, with cold temperatures and plenty of snow. To ensure your home stays cozy and efficient during the winter months, it's essential to prepare with some basic home maintenance. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential steps to get your Calgary home ready for another winter wonderland.

Inspect and Clean the Gutters: Before the snow starts falling, make sure your gutters are clear of leaves and debris. Proper drainage is essential to prevent ice dams, which can damage your roof and gutters.

Seal Gaps and Cracks: Check for any gaps or cracks in your home's exterior, especially around windows and doors. Seal them with weatherstripping or caulk to keep the cold air out and the warm air in.

Service Your Heating System: Have your furnace or heating system serviced by a professional. Clean filters and vents ensure efficient heating and lower energy bills.

Insulate Your Pipes: Insulate exposed pipes in unheated areas like basements, garages, or crawl spaces to prevent freezing and potential burst pipes.

Check Your Roof: Inspect your roof for damaged or missing shingles. Make repairs to avoid leaks when the snow melts.

Clean and Adjust Ceiling Fans: Reverse your ceiling fan's direction to clockwise; this will help distribute warm air evenly throughout your rooms.

Test Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Winter heating can pose risks, so ensure your detectors are working correctly. Change the batteries if needed.

Prune Trees and Shrubs: Trim branches that could become heavy with snow and ice and potentially damage your home or power lines.

Protect Outdoor Faucets: Drain and turn off outdoor faucets and insulate them to prevent freezing and bursting.

Stock Up on Winter Supplies: Gather winter essentials like shovels, ice melt, and snow blowers. Keep them easily accessible for when the snow arrives.

Clean and Store Summer Gear: Organize your outdoor furniture and gardening tools, cleaning them before storing them away for the season.

Prepare an Emergency Kit: Assemble an emergency kit with essentials like flashlights, blankets, non-perishable food, and a first-aid kit in case of winter storms.

Schedule a Chimney Sweep: If you have a fireplace or wood-burning stove, have your chimney cleaned and inspected for safety.

By taking these simple steps to prepare your Calgary home for winter, you can ensure a cozy, safe, and energy-efficient season. Regular maintenance not only keeps your home in good shape but also provides peace of mind during the coldest months. Embrace the beauty of a Calgary winter, knowing your home is ready to withstand whatever Mother Nature brings your way. Stay warm and enjoy the snowy season!

FAQs

What are the first steps to prepare my Calgary home for winter?

Begin by cleaning your gutters and sealing any gaps or cracks around windows and doors to prevent drafts. It's also crucial to have your heating system checked and serviced to ensure it's running efficiently before the colder weather sets in.

How can I prevent pipes from freezing and bursting in my Calgary home?

Insulate any exposed pipes, especially in areas that are not heated such as basements, garages, and crawl spaces. Additionally, consider keeping your home heated to a consistent temperature and letting faucets drip slightly during extremely cold temperatures to prevent freezing.

Why is it important to check the roof before winter in Calgary?

Inspecting your roof for damaged or missing shingles is vital to prevent leaks when the snow melts. Addressing these issues before winter can help avoid more significant problems and potential damage to your home's interior.

What should be included in a winter emergency kit for a Calgary home?

Your winter emergency kit should include items such as flashlights, batteries, blankets, non-perishable food, a first-aid kit, and water. These supplies can be lifesavers during a power outage or severe winter storm when leaving the house might not be possible.