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Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale
Measured from its centre, Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill is 3.9 km from Calgary City Hall; the community covers 1.18 km² of northwest Calgary. Its neighbours are Banff Trail, Capitol Hill, Hillhurst and St. Andrews Heights. The City groups it with the communities built mostly in the 1950s.
In the 2021 Census, the largest shares of its homes were built before 1961 (33%) and between 1961 and 1980 (30%), and the main dwelling types are single-detached houses (57%) and apartments in buildings under five storeys (20%). That year 2,470 people lived here in 1,040 households. 21% of residents were 65 or older (Calgary: 13%); immigrants made up 22% of residents (Calgary: 33%); the median household income for 2020 was $111,000, against $98,000 for Calgary.
Lions Park CTrain station is inside the community; 10 transit routes stop here, including MAX Orange. Schools inside the boundary: AADAC Youth Services and Briar Hill School. City park sites in or at the edge of Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill include Briar Hill Park, Chrysler Park and Grasshopper Hill Park, Briar Hill Escarpment.
This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, with live homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.
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- 2,470residents (2021 Census)
- 1,040households
- $111,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
- 2.4people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
- 72%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
- 57%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%
Where it is
- Northwest Quadrant
- Established City of Calgary status
- Lions Park Station CTrain station in the community
- 10 transit routes with stops here
- 2 schools inside the boundary
- 88% speak English most often at home
- 22% 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
- 19 16 Avenue North
- 40 Crowfoot Station/North Hill
- 65 Market Mall/Downtown West
- 89 Lions Park – North Pointe
- 91 Foothills Medical Centre
- 105 Dalhousie Station/Lions Park Station
- 201 Red Line
- 303 MAX Orange Brentwood/Saddletowne
- 404 North Hill
- 414 14 St W
22 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit
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Schools
Schools located in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, 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 | ||
| AADAC Youth Services | Unknown | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
| Briar Hill School | Elementary | Calgary Board of Education (CBE) |
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 Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill
Where it is. Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill is an established inner-city community in northwest Calgary, about 3.9 km from City Hall, and covers 1.2 km². It borders Banff Trail, Capitol Hill, Hillhurst and St. Andrews Heights.
When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (33%) had been built 1960 or earlier. 63% were built before 1981 and 23% after 2000.
Homes. In 2021 the mix was 57% single-detached houses, 20% apartments in low-rise buildings and 13% apartments in buildings of five or more storeys. 72% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).
People. The community had 2,470 residents in 1,040 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.4 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 13% of residents were under 15.
Parks. The City lists 14 park sites here, including Briar Hill Park and Chrysler Park.
Schools. Two schools are inside the boundary, including AADAC Youth Services (CBE) and Briar Hill School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.
Getting around. Lions Park station is inside the community, and 10 bus and CTrain routes stop here. In 2021, 76% of employed residents drove to work, 8% took transit and 11% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill: frequently asked questions
Where is Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill in Calgary?
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill is an established inner-city community in northwest Calgary, about 3.9 km from City Hall, and covers 1.2 km². It borders Banff Trail, Capitol Hill, Hillhurst and St. Andrews Heights.
What kind of homes are in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill?
In 2021 the mix was 57% single-detached houses, 20% apartments in low-rise buildings and 13% apartments in buildings of five or more storeys.
Are there schools in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill?
Two schools are inside the boundary, including AADAC Youth Services (CBE) and Briar Hill School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.
Is there a CTrain station in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill?
Yes. Lions Park station is inside the community, and 10 bus and CTrain routes stop here.
When was Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill built?
At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (33%) had been built 1960 or earlier. 63% were built before 1981 and 23% after 2000.
Buying in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill: our local take
As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 18 homes for sale in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill. Median asking prices: detached houses $1,800,000 (13); semi-detached and duplexes $1,249,000 (2); condos and apartments $425,000 (3). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.
What we like
- Lions Park station is inside the community.
- Downtown is close: about 3.9 km from City Hall.
- 2 schools are inside the boundary.
- Green space: the City lists 14 park sites here.
What to weigh up
- Most homes are older (63% built before 1981), so budget for updates and a thorough inspection.
- Infill building continues on older lots, so expect construction nearby at some point.
- Prices vary a lot by street, home type and age, so compare recent sales on similar homes.
- Check the land use district before you plan to build, renovate or add a suite.
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
You can take the CTrain from Lions Park station. Bus routes here include route 19 (16 Avenue North) and route 40 (Crowfoot Station/North Hill). City Hall is about 3.9 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 Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill
Current listings as of November 4, 2026 (Mountain Time), from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed on this site. Asking prices, not sale prices. Updated daily.
- Detached house 13
- Semi-detached / duplex 2
- Apartment / condo 3
There are currently 20 homes for sale in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $219,900 to $5,400,000, with a median list price of $1,132,000. The mix includes 13 houses, 3 condos/apartments and 2 duplexes, plus other property types. Homes range from 2 to 5 bedrooms. 1 listing 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 Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.
$999,900
1331 14 Street Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,334 sq ft
Listed by Real Broker
$219,900
1616 8 Avenue Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 885 sq ft
Listed by Royal LePage Benchmark
$1,015,000
1616 11 Avenue Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 1 bath
- 1,163 sq ft
Listed by Diamond Realty & Associates Ltd
$2,699,900
1308 17a Street
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 5 beds
- 5 baths
- 3,320 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX First
$819,000
1836 13 Avenue Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 5 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,019 sq ft
Listed by Grand Realty
$1,885,000
1305 15 Street Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,740 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX First
$585,000
1718 14 Avenue Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,128 sq ft
Listed by CIR Realty
$2,499,900
1416 20 Street Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 5 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,084 sq ft
Listed by Charles
$1,249,000
1512 20A Street Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 5 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,032 sq ft
Listed by CIR Realty
$1,249,000
1510 20a Street Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 2,027 sq ft
Listed by CIR Realty
$5,400,000
1815 11 Avenue Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 4 beds
- 6 baths
- 3,905 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX House of Real Estate
$779,000
1615 22A Street Northwest
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Calgary
- 5 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,146 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Mountain View)
Listing data last updated November 4, 2026 4:48 am.
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