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Forest Lawn, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale
Forest Lawn is in southeast Calgary, 6.1 km in a straight line from City Hall, and its City boundary takes in 2.31 km². Its neighbours are Albert Park/Radisson Heights, Dover, Forest Heights and Penbrooke Meadows.
At the 2021 Census, 50% of its homes were built between 1961 and 1980; the main dwelling types are apartments or flats in a duplex (28%) and single-detached houses (25%). The same census counted 7,230 people in 2,995 households. 32% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%); the median household income for 2020 was $58,000, against $98,000 for Calgary; the language other than English spoken most often at home was Vietnamese (6% of residents) followed by Arabic (3%) and Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino) (2%).
The nearest CTrain station is Franklin, 0.9 km from the community boundary; 10 transit routes stop here, including MAX Purple. 6 schools are inside the boundary, among them CLS Forest Lawn Writing Centre, Ernest Morrow School and Forest Lawn High School.
This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Forest Lawn, with live homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.
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- 7,230residents (2021 Census)
- 2,995households
- $58,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
- 2.4people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
- 32%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
- 25%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%
Where it is
- Southeast Quadrant
- Established City of Calgary status
- 10 transit routes with stops here
- 6 schools inside the boundary
- 75% speak English most often at home
- 31% 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
- 1 Bowness/Forest Lawn
- 23 52 St E
- 43 36 Street East
- 49 Forest Heights
- 58 Erin Woods/44 St SE
- 87 Applewood/17 Av SE
- 135 Erin Woods/36 St SE
- 155 West Dover/Forest Lawn
- 307 MAX Purple City Centre/East Hills
- 440 Chateau Estates/Franklin Station
45 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit
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Schools
Schools located in Forest Lawn, from City of Calgary open data. Designations depend on the exact address and grade and change from year to year: check the CBE school finder and the Calgary Catholic school finder before you buy.
| School | Grades | Board / authority |
|---|---|---|
| Public | ||
| CLS Forest Lawn Writing Centre | Unknown | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
| Ernest Morrow School | Junior High | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
| Forest Lawn High School | Senior High | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
| Jack James High School | Senior High | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
| Patrick Airlie School | Elementary | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
| Catholic | ||
| Holy Trinity School | Elementary | Calgary Catholic School District |
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.
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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 Forest Lawn
Where it is. Forest Lawn is an established inner-city community in southeast Calgary, about 6.1 km from City Hall, and covers 2.3 km². It borders Albert Park/Radisson Heights, Dover, Forest Heights and Penbrooke Meadows.
When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (50%) had been built from 1961 to 1980. 80% were built before 1981 and 7% after 2000.
Homes. In 2021 the mix was 28% apartments in a duplex (this includes suites), 25% single-detached houses and 23% apartments in low-rise buildings. 32% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).
People. The community had 7,230 residents in 2,995 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.4 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 17% of residents were under 15.
Parks. The City lists 7 park sites here.
Schools. Six schools are inside the boundary, including CLS Forest Lawn Writing Centre (CBE), Ernest Morrow School (CBE) and Forest Lawn High School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.
Getting around. 10 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Franklin station, about 0.9 km away. In 2021, 70% of employed residents drove to work, 15% took transit and 5% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).
Forest Lawn: frequently asked questions
Where is Forest Lawn in Calgary?
Forest Lawn is an established inner-city community in southeast Calgary, about 6.1 km from City Hall, and covers 2.3 km². It borders Albert Park/Radisson Heights, Dover, Forest Heights and Penbrooke Meadows.
What kind of homes are in Forest Lawn?
In 2021 the mix was 28% apartments in a duplex (this includes suites), 25% single-detached houses and 23% apartments in low-rise buildings.
Are there schools in Forest Lawn?
Six schools are inside the boundary, including CLS Forest Lawn Writing Centre (CBE), Ernest Morrow School (CBE) and Forest Lawn High School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.
Is there a CTrain station in Forest Lawn?
No. 10 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Franklin station, about 0.9 km away.
When was Forest Lawn built?
At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (50%) had been built from 1961 to 1980. 80% were built before 1981 and 7% after 2000.
Buying in Forest Lawn: our local take
As of November 5, 2026, our site shows 18 homes for sale in Forest Lawn. Median asking prices: detached houses $571,500 (12); semi-detached and duplexes $449,900 (3); condos and apartments $138,000 (3). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.
What we like
- Franklin CTrain station is about 0.9 km away.
- 6 schools are inside the boundary.
- A real mix of homes: apartments in a duplex, single-detached houses and apartments in low-rise buildings.
- Easy without a car: 15% took transit and 5% walked to work in 2021.
What to weigh up
- Most homes are older (80% built before 1981), so budget for updates and a thorough inspection.
- Infill building continues on older lots, so expect construction nearby at some point.
- Most households rent (68%), 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
Buyers who want a choice of home types in one community: first-time buyers in a townhouse or condo, and families in a detached or semi-detached home.
Commute and getting around
Bus routes here include route 1 (Bowness/Forest Lawn) and route 23 (52 St E). The nearest CTrain station is Franklin station. City Hall is about 6.1 km away.
Before you make an offer
- For condos and townhouses, read the reserve fund study, the bylaws and recent board minutes.
- For an older home, budget for the inspection, a sewer line scope and the electrical panel.
- 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.
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Homes for sale in Forest Lawn
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.
- Detached house 12
- Semi-detached / duplex 3
- Apartment / condo 3
There are currently 27 homes for sale in Forest Lawn, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $99,900 to $679,000, with a median list price of $543,000. The mix includes 12 houses, 5 business and 3 condos/apartments, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 10 bedrooms. 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 Forest Lawn, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Forest Lawn listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.
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1817 48 Street Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 2,649 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Complete Realty
$69,000
4420 17 Avenue Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 848 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Realty Professionals
$99,900
1712 38 Street Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 1 bed
- 1 bath
- 584 sq ft
Listed by CIR Realty
$130,000
4604 17th Avenue Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 1,035 sq ft
Listed by Prep Realty Inc.
$138,000
1712 38 Street Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 749 sq ft
Listed by Grand Realty
$139,900
1712 38 Street Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 801 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Bravo Realty
$429,999
1834 42 Street Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 890 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Mountain View)
$439,900
3820 14 Avenue Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 3 baths
- 975 sq ft
Listed by Real Broker
$449,900
1823 47 Street Southeast
Forest Lawn, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,018 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX First
Listing data last updated November 5, 2026 4:31 pm.
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