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West Hillhurst, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale

Measured from its centre, West Hillhurst is 4.1 km from Calgary City Hall; the community covers 2.36 km² of northwest Calgary. Its neighbours are Hillhurst, Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Parkdale and Scarboro/Sunalta West. The City groups it with its inner-city communities.

In the 2021 Census, the largest shares of its homes were built before 1961 (27%) and between 2001 and 2010 (16%), and the main dwelling types are single-detached houses (47%) and apartments in buildings under five storeys (21%). The same census counted 6,635 people in 2,825 households. Immigrants made up 16% of residents (Calgary: 33%); the median household income for 2020 was $123,000, against $98,000 for Calgary; households averaged 2.3 people (Calgary: 2.6).

The nearest CTrain station is Sunalta, 0.4 km from the community boundary; 9 transit routes stop here. Schools inside the boundary: Louise Dean School and Madeleine D' Houet Bilingual School. Park sites listed by the City here include Baden-Powel Park, Grand Trunk 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 West Hillhurst, 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 West Hillhurst community boundary and its streets
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); community boundaries: City of Calgary open data
  • 6,635residents (2021 Census)
  • 2,825households
  • $123,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
  • 2.3people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
  • 64%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
  • 47%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%

Where it is

Community boundaryCommunity boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.
West Hillhurst: Community boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.West Hillhurst
  • Northwest Quadrant
  • Established City of Calgary status
  • 9 transit routes with stops here
  • 2 schools inside the boundary
  • 93% speak English most often at home
  • 16% 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

  • 1 Bowness/Forest Lawn
  • 9 Dalhousie Station/Chinook Station
  • 20 Heritage Station/Northmount Dr N
  • 90 Bridgeland/University of Calgary
  • 104 Sunnyside/University of Calgary
  • 404 North Hill
  • 697 14 St NW/ Various Schools
  • 832 Madeleine d'Houet/North Pointe
  • 833 Madeleine d'Houet/Dalhousie Stn

29 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit

How people get to workEmployed residents, 2021 Census

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Schools

Schools located in West Hillhurst, 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
Louise Dean SchoolSenior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Catholic
Madeleine D' Houet Bilingual SchoolJunior 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 West Hillhurst

Where it is. West Hillhurst is an established inner-city community in northwest Calgary, about 4.1 km from City Hall, and covers 2.4 km². It borders Hillhurst, Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Parkdale and Scarboro/Sunalta West.

When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (27%) had been built 1960 or earlier. 42% were built before 1981 and 38% after 2000.

Homes. In 2021 the mix was 47% single-detached houses, 21% apartments in low-rise buildings and 17% semi-detached houses. 64% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

People. The community had 6,635 residents in 2,825 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.3 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 19% of residents were under 15.

Parks. The City lists 20 park sites here, including Baden-powel Park and Grand Trunk Park.

Schools. Two schools are inside the boundary, including Louise Dean School (CBE) and Madeleine D’ Houet Bilingual School (Calgary Catholic). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Getting around. 9 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Sunalta station, about 0.4 km away. In 2021, 69% of employed residents drove to work, 6% took transit and 12% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).

West Hillhurst: frequently asked questions

Where is West Hillhurst in Calgary?

West Hillhurst is an established inner-city community in northwest Calgary, about 4.1 km from City Hall, and covers 2.4 km². It borders Hillhurst, Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, Parkdale and Scarboro/Sunalta West.

What kind of homes are in West Hillhurst?

In 2021 the mix was 47% single-detached houses, 21% apartments in low-rise buildings and 17% semi-detached houses.

Are there schools in West Hillhurst?

Two schools are inside the boundary, including Louise Dean School (CBE) and Madeleine D’ Houet Bilingual School (Calgary Catholic). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Is there a CTrain station in West Hillhurst?

No. 9 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Sunalta station, about 0.4 km away.

When was West Hillhurst built?

At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (27%) had been built 1960 or earlier. 42% were built before 1981 and 38% after 2000.

Buying in West Hillhurst: our local take

As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 54 homes for sale in West Hillhurst. Median asking prices: detached houses $1,974,000 (18); semi-detached and duplexes $1,204,950 (12); townhouses $799,000 (7); condos and apartments $369,900 (17). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.

What we like

  • Sunalta CTrain station is about 0.4 km away.
  • Downtown is close: about 4.1 km from City Hall.
  • 2 schools are inside the boundary.
  • Green space: the City lists 20 park sites here.

What to weigh up

  • Infill building continues on older lots, so expect construction nearby at some point.
  • Homes on or backing onto busy roads usually sell for less, so check the street and the traffic.
  • 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 1 (Bowness/Forest Lawn) and route 9 (Dalhousie Station/Chinook Station). The nearest CTrain station is Sunalta station. City Hall is about 4.1 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.
  • 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 West Hillhurst

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 18; Semi-detached / duplex 12; Townhouse (row) 7; Apartment / condo 1754listings
  • Detached house 18
  • Semi-detached / duplex 12
  • Townhouse (row) 7
  • Apartment / condo 17
BedroomsHomes for sale now, by number of bedrooms

There are currently 57 homes for sale in West Hillhurst, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $309,900 to $4,200,000, with a median list price of $872,000. The mix includes 18 houses, 17 condos/apartments and 12 duplexes, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 6 bedrooms. 8 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 West Hillhurst, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new West Hillhurst listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.

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