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Downtown West End, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale
Measured from its centre, Downtown West End is 2.2 km from Calgary City Hall; the community covers 0.36 km² of southwest Calgary. It shares a boundary with Beltline, Downtown Commercial Core, Eau Claire and Hillhurst. The City groups it with its Centre City communities.
In the 2021 Census, 56% of its homes were built between 2001 and 2010, and all dwellings counted were apartments in buildings of five or more storeys. That year 2,825 people lived here in 1,625 households. 36% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%); households averaged 1.7 people (Calgary: 2.6); immigrants made up 46% of residents (Calgary: 33%).
Downtown West – Kerby CTrain station is inside the community; 12 transit routes stop here, including MAX Yellow. No school is inside the boundary; the closest in a straight line are Alberta Ballet School and Connaught School. Park sites listed by the City here include Cowboys Park, Formerly Millennium Park and Poetic Park.
This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Downtown West End, with live homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.
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- 2,825residents (2021 Census)
- 1,625households
- $81,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
- 1.7people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
- 36%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
- 0%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%
Where it is
- Southwest Quadrant
- Established City of Calgary status
- Downtown West – Kerby Station CTrain station in the community
- 12 transit routes with stops here
- 0 schools inside the boundary
- 67% speak English most often at home
- 46% immigrants (2021 Census)
People and households
Census figures are from 2021 and describe the community as it was then.
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Homes and buildings
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Getting around
Bus and CTrain routes with stops in the community
- 22 Richmond Rd SW
- 65 Market Mall/Downtown West
- 66 Lakeview
- 109 Harvest Hills
- 116 Coventry Hills
- 117 McKenzie Towne Express
- 131 East Bow Express
- 142 Panorama
- 151 New Brighton Express
- 202 Blue Line
- 304 MAX Yellow Woodpark/City Centre
- 414 14 St W
15 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit
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Schools
No school is located inside the community boundary. Designated schools depend on the exact address: check the CBE school finder and the Calgary Catholic school finder.
Nearest schools
The closest schools to the community boundary, in a straight line, from City of Calgary open data. Distance does not decide which school a home is designated to.
| School | Grades | Board / authority | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta Ballet School | Junior High/Senior High | The Alberta Ballet Company | 0.3 km |
| Connaught School | Elementary | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) | 0.3 km |
| Sacred Heart Elementary School | Elementary | Calgary Catholic School District | 0.5 km |
| Sunnyside School | Elementary | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) | 0.6 km |
| Western Canada High School | Senior High | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) | 0.9 km |
Crime and safety data
The Calgary Police Service publishes crime and disorder statistics for every Calgary community, updated monthly, on its Community Safety Dashboard and crime map. We link to the official source rather than republishing the figures here.
Open Calgary Police Service crime statistics
Reported crime describes incidents, not the personal risk at any address. For questions about a specific street, the Calgary Police Service non-emergency line is 403-266-1234.
Sources and dates
- City of Calgary Open Data, Community District Boundaries (surr-xmvs). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Population and Dwellings by Community (f9wk-wej9). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Families and Households by Community (msjx-5ygv). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- The City of Calgary (2023), Community Profiles, 2021 Census of Canada (Statistics Canada, Community Data Program). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- Calgary Police Service, Crime Statistics and Community Safety Dashboard. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- City of Calgary Open Data, Schools (fd9t-tdn2). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- City of Calgary Open Data, Calgary Transit Stops by Route Cross Reference (pm3p-838w). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- City of Calgary Open Data, Transit LRT Stations (2axz-xm4q). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- Active listings on bergestate.com from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed (CREA). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- City of Calgary Open Data, Parks Sites (kami-qbfh). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – City of Calgary and the Open Government Licence – Alberta. Adapted from Statistics Canada data; this does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Listing data © CREA, REALTOR.ca DDF®.
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Living in Downtown West End
Where it is. Downtown West End is an established inner-city community in southwest Calgary, about 2.2 km from City Hall, and covers 0.4 km². It borders Beltline, Downtown Commercial Core, Eau Claire and Hillhurst.
When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (56%) had been built from 2001 to 2010. 10% were built before 1981 and 69% after 2000.
Homes. In 2021 the mix was 100% apartments in buildings of five or more storeys. 36% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).
People. The community had 2,825 residents in 1,625 households in 2021. Households averaged 1.7 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 9% of residents were under 15.
Parks. The City lists 5 park sites here, including Cowboys Park; Formerly Millennium Park and Poetic Park.
Schools. No school is inside the boundary. The closest are Alberta Ballet School and Connaught School. Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.
Getting around. Downtown West – Kerby station is inside the community, and 12 bus and CTrain routes stop here. In 2021, 43% of employed residents drove to work, 18% took transit and 28% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).
Downtown West End: frequently asked questions
Where is Downtown West End in Calgary?
Downtown West End is an established inner-city community in southwest Calgary, about 2.2 km from City Hall, and covers 0.4 km². It borders Beltline, Downtown Commercial Core, Eau Claire and Hillhurst.
What kind of homes are in Downtown West End?
In 2021 the mix was 100% apartments in buildings of five or more storeys.
Are there schools in Downtown West End?
No school is inside the boundary. The closest are Alberta Ballet School and Connaught School. Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.
Is there a CTrain station in Downtown West End?
Yes. Downtown West – Kerby station is inside the community, and 12 bus and CTrain routes stop here.
When was Downtown West End built?
At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (56%) had been built from 2001 to 2010. 10% were built before 1981 and 69% after 2000.
Buying in Downtown West End: our local take
As of November 5, 2026, our site shows 34 homes for sale in Downtown West End. Median asking prices: condos and apartments $322,400 (34). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.
What we like
- Downtown West – Kerby station is inside the community.
- Downtown is close: about 2.2 km from City Hall.
- Easy without a car: 18% took transit and 28% walked to work in 2021.
- 12 bus and CTrain routes stop in the community.
What to weigh up
- With 100% apartments, condo fees and the reserve fund matter as much as the price.
- There is no school inside the boundary, so plan for buses or driving.
- Most households rent (64%), so expect investors as competition and check the rental rules for condos.
- Prices vary a lot by street, home type and age, so compare recent sales on similar homes.
Who it suits
First-time buyers, downsizers and investors looking for a condo, and anyone who wants to be close to work.
Commute and getting around
You can take the CTrain from Downtown West – Kerby station. Bus routes here include route 22 (Richmond Rd SW) and route 65 (Market Mall/Downtown West). City Hall is about 2.2 km away.
Before you make an offer
- For condos and townhouses, read the reserve fund study, the bylaws and recent board minutes.
- Ask for the real property report and check the land use district for the lot.
- If there is a suite, confirm it is a legal suite with City permits.
- Confirm school designations and busing for the address.
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Homes for sale in Downtown West End
Current listings as of November 5, 2026 (Mountain Time), from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed on this site. Asking prices, not sale prices. Updated daily.
- Apartment / condo 34
There are currently 39 homes for sale in Downtown West End, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $220,000 to $1,799,000, with a median list price of $322,000. The mix includes 34 condos/apartments, 2 retails and 2 offices, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 3 bedrooms. 3 listings came on the market in the last seven days. Use the filters below to narrow the search by price, bedrooms, bathrooms and property type. We at the Berg Estate Team, eXp Realty, can arrange showings in Downtown West End, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Downtown West End listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.
$1,799,000
1100 8 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 3 beds
- 5 baths
- 5,466 sq ft
Listed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada
$1,662,961
1100 8 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 6,734 sq ft
Listed by First Place Realty & Grand Realty
$950,000
1100 8 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 3,847 sq ft
Listed by First Place Realty & Grand Realty
$669,900
1088 6 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,048 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Bravo Realty
$570,000
683 10 Street Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,550 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX First
$569,000
1025 5 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 912 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX House of Real Estate
$550,000
1100 8 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,864 sq ft
Listed by First Place Realty
$520,000
1078 6 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,265 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX First
$515,000
1025 5 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,304 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Bamber Realty LTD.
$424,900
1078 6 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,024 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Landan Real Estate
$415,000
1088 6 Avenue Southwest
Downtown West End, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,095 sq ft
Listed by CIR Realty
Listing data last updated November 5, 2026 4:31 am.
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