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Renfrew, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale

On the City of Calgary map, Renfrew is a 2.66 km² community in northeast Calgary, about 2.2 km from City Hall. Its neighbours are Bridgeland/Riverside, Crescent Heights, Mayland Heights and Tuxedo Park. The City groups it with its inner-city communities.

In the 2021 Census, the largest shares of its homes were built before 1961 (37%) and between 1961 and 1980 (18%), and the main dwelling types are single-detached houses (31%) and apartments in buildings under five storeys (31%). That year 6,580 people lived here in 3,240 households. Immigrants made up 19% of residents (Calgary: 33%); households averaged 2.0 people (Calgary: 2.6); 57% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

The nearest CTrain station is Zoo, 0.6 km from the community boundary; 6 transit routes stop here, including MAX Orange. 4 schools are inside the boundary, among them Children's Village School, Colonel Macleod School and Stanley Jones School. City park sites in or at the edge of Renfrew include Bottomlands Park, Lawson's Park and Schule Park.

This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Renfrew, with live homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.

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Map of the Renfrew community boundary and its streets
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); community boundaries: City of Calgary open data
  • 6,580residents (2021 Census)
  • 3,240households
  • $96,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
  • 2.0people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
  • 57%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
  • 31%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%

Where it is

Community boundaryCommunity boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.
Renfrew: Community boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.Renfrew
  • Northeast Quadrant
  • Established City of Calgary status
  • 6 transit routes with stops here
  • 4 schools inside the boundary
  • 90% speak English most often at home
  • 19% immigrants (2021 Census)

People and households

Census figures are from 2021 and describe the community as it was then.

Age mixShare of residents, 2021 Census

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Own or rentHouseholds, 2021 Census

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Languages spoken most often at homeTop 5 languages other than English, share of residents, 2021 Census
Household sizePrivate households, 2021 Census

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Homes and buildings

Type of homeOccupied dwellings, 2021 Census

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When homes were builtOccupied dwellings by period of construction, 2021 Census

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Getting around

Bus and CTrain routes with stops in the community

  • 5 North Haven
  • 17 Renfrew/Ramsay
  • 19 16 Avenue North
  • 303 MAX Orange Brentwood/Saddletowne
  • 745 Crescent Heights/Vista Heights
  • 872 St. Alphonsus/ Rundle

43 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit

How people get to workEmployed residents, 2021 Census

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Schools

Schools located in Renfrew, 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.

SchoolGradesBoard / authority
Public
Children's Village SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Colonel Macleod SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Stanley Jones SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Catholic
St. Alphonsus Elementary Junior High SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary 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.

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

  1. City of Calgary Open Data, Community District Boundaries (surr-xmvs). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  2. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Population and Dwellings by Community (f9wk-wej9). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  3. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Families and Households by Community (msjx-5ygv). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  4. The City of Calgary (2023), Community Profiles, 2021 Census of Canada (Statistics Canada, Community Data Program). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  5. Calgary Police Service, Crime Statistics and Community Safety Dashboard. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  6. City of Calgary Open Data, Schools (fd9t-tdn2). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  7. City of Calgary Open Data, Calgary Transit Stops by Route Cross Reference (pm3p-838w). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  8. City of Calgary Open Data, Transit LRT Stations (2axz-xm4q). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  9. Active listings on bergestate.com from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed (CREA). Retrieved 2026-10-30.
  10. 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 Renfrew

Where it is. Renfrew is an established inner-city community in northeast Calgary, about 2.2 km from City Hall, and covers 2.7 km². It borders Bridgeland/Riverside, Crescent Heights, Mayland Heights and Tuxedo Park.

When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (37%) had been built 1960 or earlier. 55% were built before 1981 and 31% after 2000.

Homes. In 2021 the mix was 31% single-detached houses, 31% apartments in low-rise buildings and 19% apartments in a duplex (this includes suites). 57% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

People. The community had 6,580 residents in 3,240 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.0 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 15% of residents were under 15.

Parks. The City lists 22 park sites here, including Bottomlands Park and Lawson’s Park.

Schools. Four schools are inside the boundary, including Children’s Village School (CBE), Colonel Macleod School (CBE) and Stanley Jones School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Getting around. 6 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Zoo station, about 0.6 km away. In 2021, 73% of employed residents drove to work, 8% took transit and 9% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).

Renfrew: frequently asked questions

Where is Renfrew in Calgary?

Renfrew is an established inner-city community in northeast Calgary, about 2.2 km from City Hall, and covers 2.7 km². It borders Bridgeland/Riverside, Crescent Heights, Mayland Heights and Tuxedo Park.

What kind of homes are in Renfrew?

In 2021 the mix was 31% single-detached houses, 31% apartments in low-rise buildings and 19% apartments in a duplex (this includes suites).

Are there schools in Renfrew?

Four schools are inside the boundary, including Children’s Village School (CBE), Colonel Macleod School (CBE) and Stanley Jones School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Is there a CTrain station in Renfrew?

No. 6 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Zoo station, about 0.6 km away.

When was Renfrew built?

At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (37%) had been built 1960 or earlier. 55% were built before 1981 and 31% after 2000.

Buying in Renfrew: our local take

As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 38 homes for sale in Renfrew. Median asking prices: detached houses $981,500 (14); semi-detached and duplexes $1,029,000 (5); townhouses $439,900 (9); condos and apartments $285,000 (10). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.

What we like

  • Zoo CTrain station is about 0.6 km away.
  • Downtown is close: about 2.2 km from City Hall.
  • 4 schools are inside the boundary.
  • Green space: the City lists 22 park sites here.

What to weigh up

  • Most homes are older (55% 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

Bus routes here include route 5 (North Haven) and route 17 (Renfrew/Ramsay). The nearest CTrain station is Zoo station. 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.
  • For an older home, budget for the inspection, a sewer line scope and the electrical panel.
  • For a newer home, check what is left of the Alberta new home warranty and whether any deficiencies were fixed.
  • Ask for the real property report and check the land use district for the lot.

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Homes for sale in Renfrew

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.

Asking-price range by home typeLowest to highest asking price; the dot marks the median
What is for saleCurrent listings by type
Detached house 14; Semi-detached / duplex 5; Townhouse (row) 9; Apartment / condo 1038listings
  • Detached house 14
  • Semi-detached / duplex 5
  • Townhouse (row) 9
  • Apartment / condo 10
BedroomsHomes for sale now, by number of bedrooms

There are currently 39 homes for sale in Renfrew, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $183,500 to $1,290,000, with a median list price of $612,000. The mix includes 14 houses, 10 condos/apartments and 9 townhomes, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 6 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 Renfrew, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Renfrew listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.

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