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Shawnessy, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale

Shawnessy is an established residential community in south Calgary, in the city's southwest quadrant. About three in four of its homes were built between 1981 and 2000, and most are single-detached houses (2021 Census). Shawnessy Station on the CTrain Red Line is inside the community.

This page brings together the community's census profile, schools, transit, police-reported crime and the homes for sale today. Every number shows its source and date at the bottom of the page.

This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Shawnessy, 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 Shawnessy community boundary and its streets
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); community boundaries: City of Calgary open data
  • 9,055residents (2021 Census)
  • 3,255households
  • $105,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
  • 2.8people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
  • 82%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
  • 81%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%

Where it is

Community boundaryCommunity boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.
Shawnessy: Community boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.Shawnessy
  • Southwest Quadrant
  • Established City of Calgary status
  • Shawnessy Station CTrain station in the community
  • 14 transit routes with stops here
  • 4 schools inside the boundary
  • 69% speak English most often at home
  • 42% 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

  • 11 Southwest Loop
  • 12 Southwest Loop
  • 14 Bridlewood/Cranston
  • 52 Evergreen/Somerset-Bridlewood Station
  • 75 Somerset – Mahogany
  • 78 Sundance/Chaparral
  • 102 Millrise/Silverado
  • 153 Copperfield
  • 167 Legacy
  • 194 Chaparral Valley/Wolf Willow
  • 201 Red Line
  • 764 Scarlett/James McKevitt Rd
  • 821 Bishop O'Byrne/McKenzie/Mountain Park
  • 873 Our Lady of Peace / Shawnessy

63 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit

How people get to workEmployed residents, 2021 Census

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Schools

Schools located in Shawnessy, 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
Janet Johnstone SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Samuel W. Shaw SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Catholic
Bishop O'Byrne High SchoolSenior HighCalgary Catholic School District
Father Doucet SchoolElementaryCalgary 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 2026-10-28.
  2. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Population and Dwellings by Community (f9wk-wej9). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  3. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Families and Households by Community (msjx-5ygv). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  4. The City of Calgary (2023), Community Profiles, 2021 Census of Canada (Statistics Canada, Community Data Program). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  5. Calgary Police Service, Crime Statistics and Community Safety Dashboard. Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  6. City of Calgary Open Data, Schools (fd9t-tdn2). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  7. City of Calgary Open Data, Calgary Transit Stops by Route Cross Reference (pm3p-838w). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  8. City of Calgary Open Data, Transit LRT Stations (2axz-xm4q). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  9. Active listings on bergestate.com from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed (CREA). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  10. City of Calgary Open Data, Parks Sites (kami-qbfh). Retrieved 2026-10-29.

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 Shawnessy

Where it is. Shawnessy is an established community in southwest Calgary, about 15.6 km from City Hall, and covers 3.6 km². It borders Bridlewood, Chaparral, Evergreen and Midnapore.

When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (42%) had been built from 1981 to 1990. 8% were built before 1981 and 16% after 2000.

Homes. In 2021 the mix was 81% single-detached houses, 9% apartments in low-rise buildings and 7% row houses. 82% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

People. The community had 9,055 residents in 3,255 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.8 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 15% of residents were under 15.

Parks. The City lists 21 park sites here, including Beth Israel Memorial Park.

Schools. Four schools are inside the boundary, including Janet Johnstone School (CBE), Samuel W. Shaw School (CBE) and Bishop O’Byrne High School (Calgary Catholic). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Getting around. Shawnessy station is inside the community, and 14 bus and CTrain routes stop here. In 2021, 75% of employed residents drove to work, 13% took transit and 3% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).

Shawnessy: frequently asked questions

Where is Shawnessy in Calgary?

Shawnessy is an established community in southwest Calgary, about 15.6 km from City Hall, and covers 3.6 km². It borders Bridlewood, Chaparral, Evergreen and Midnapore.

What kind of homes are in Shawnessy?

In 2021 the mix was 81% single-detached houses, 9% apartments in low-rise buildings and 7% row houses.

Are there schools in Shawnessy?

Four schools are inside the boundary, including Janet Johnstone School (CBE), Samuel W. Shaw School (CBE) and Bishop O’Byrne High School (Calgary Catholic). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Is there a CTrain station in Shawnessy?

Yes. Shawnessy station is inside the community, and 14 bus and CTrain routes stop here.

When was Shawnessy built?

At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (42%) had been built from 1981 to 1990. 8% were built before 1981 and 16% after 2000.

Buying in Shawnessy: our local take

As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 33 homes for sale in Shawnessy. Median asking prices: detached houses $604,950 (24); semi-detached and duplexes $654,900 (2); townhouses $364,900 (3); condos and apartments $274,900 (4). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.

What we like

  • Shawnessy station is inside the community.
  • 4 schools are inside the boundary.
  • Green space: the City lists 21 park sites here.
  • A real mix of homes: single-detached houses, apartments in low-rise buildings and row houses.

What to weigh up

  • Homes on or backing onto busy roads usually sell for less, so check the street and the traffic.
  • Ask for the property tax amount and recent utility bills before you compare monthly costs.
  • 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

Families who want a detached house with a yard, and buyers moving up within the southwest.

Commute and getting around

You can take the CTrain from Shawnessy station. Bus routes here include route 11 (Southwest Loop) and route 12 (Southwest Loop). City Hall is about 15.6 km away.

Before you make an offer

  • 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.
  • Ask for the property tax amount and recent utility bills.

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Homes for sale in Shawnessy

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 24; Semi-detached / duplex 2; Townhouse (row) 3; Apartment / condo 433listings
  • Detached house 24
  • Semi-detached / duplex 2
  • Townhouse (row) 3
  • Apartment / condo 4
BedroomsHomes for sale now, by number of bedrooms

There are currently 34 homes for sale in Shawnessy, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $255,000 to $759,900, with a median list price of $570,000. The mix includes 24 houses, 4 condos/apartments and 3 townhomes, plus other property types. Homes range from 2 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 Shawnessy, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Shawnessy listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.

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Listing data last updated November 4, 2026 9:48 am.

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