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Homes for Sale in Forest Lawn Industrial, Calgary

Forest Lawn Industrial attracts a specific and deliberate type of buyer: business owners, investors, and owner-operators who need functional industrial space close to Calgary's core without paying inner-city land premiums.

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Median list price

$112,450

Avg list price

$112,450

Homes for Sale in Forest Lawn Industrial, Calgary

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Buying in Forest Lawn Industrial

Who fits here

Forest Lawn Industrial attracts a specific and deliberate type of buyer: business owners, investors, and owner-operators who need functional industrial space close to Calgary's core without paying inner-city land premiums. This neighbourhood suits light manufacturers, contractors, warehousing operations, auto-related businesses, and small logistics firms that need ground-floor access, yard space, and proximity to Deerfoot Trail and 17 Avenue SE. With only around 63 properties spread across 1.5 square kilometres, land here is tightly held and transactions tend to be strategic rather than speculative. Buyers are typically purchasing for operational use or as a long-term income property, not for quick resale. If you run a trade or service business and need a permanent base in southeast Calgary with highway access, this compact industrial pocket consistently delivers value that larger industrial parks further from the city cannot match.

Current market in the neighbourhood

Forest Lawn Industrial is a small, low-turnover industrial market — when properties come to market, they tend to reflect southeast Calgary's steady industrial demand. Listed properties are currently priced at a median of $112,450, while recent sales have closed at a median. Properties have averaged days on market before selling, and only sales have been recorded in the past 12 months — a figure that underscores just how tightly held industrial land in this area tends to be. The sale-to-list ratio of indicates prevailing negotiating conditions at the time of your search.

Commute and lifestyle

Forest Lawn Industrial sits in Calgary's southeast quadrant, bounded roughly by 17 Avenue SE to the north and Elliston Park to the east, with 48 Street SE forming a key spine through the area. Access to Deerfoot Trail — Calgary's main north-south expressway — is minutes away, making it straightforward to reach downtown, the airport, or major distribution routes. Stoney Trail's ring road connection to the south and east adds further regional reach for freight and tradespeople. The area is served by Calgary Transit along International Avenue (17 Ave SE), which is also home to a broad mix of ethnic restaurants, grocery stores, and service businesses that reflect the multicultural character of the broader Forest Lawn community. Day-to-day industrial needs — fuel, building supplies, equipment rental — are available within a short drive. This is a working neighbourhood built around function, not amenity density, and buyers here value connectivity and practicality above all.

Long-term context

Industrial land in Calgary has become one of the more resilient asset classes in the city's real estate market. The City of Calgary's industrial sector employs over 66,000 workers and generates roughly $300 million annually in tax revenue — about 22% of the city's total tax base — reflecting the structural importance of industrial land to Calgary's economy. Forest Lawn Industrial benefits from southeast Calgary's established position as a logistics and light manufacturing corridor, with proximity to Deerfoot Trail and key arterials making it attractive for businesses needing regional mobility. The Greater Forest Lawn Local Area Plan, unanimously approved by Calgary City Council in September 2024, sets out a 30-year framework for growth and investment across Forest Lawn Industrial and surrounding communities, guiding infrastructure and land use decisions that may improve the area's profile over time. For buyers acquiring industrial property in this pocket today, the combination of constrained supply, improving surrounding infrastructure, and ongoing demand from Calgary's industrial economy provides a reasoned long-term case.

About Forest Lawn Industrial

Overview

Forest Lawn Industrial is a commercially focused district located in southeast Calgary. While the area is predominantly dedicated to light industrial operations, warehouses, and businesses, it does support a very small residential population. The neighborhood provides a highly functional environment, offering affordable live-work opportunities and quick access to major city infrastructure.

Location

Situated in the city's southeast quadrant, Forest Lawn Industrial is generally bound by International Avenue (17 Avenue SE) to the north, 48 Street SE to the west, and Elliston Park to the east. It is bordered by the residential communities of Forest Lawn, Penbrooke Meadows, and Dover, offering strategic logistical access via nearby Deerfoot Trail, Stoney Trail, and Memorial Drive.

Housing character

Because the district is zoned primarily for commercial and industrial use, residential real estate is extremely limited. The small housing footprint largely consists of mobile homes within park settings and a few isolated detached houses. This makes the area one of the most affordable pockets in the city for those seeking non-traditional or budget-friendly housing. Currently, the market sees an average list price of $112,450 with 2 active listings.

Schools

There are no educational facilities directly inside the industrial park. However, students living in the area are designated to schools in the adjacent Greater Forest Lawn communities. Nearby public options include Patrick Airlie Elementary, Ian Bazalgette Junior High, and Forest Lawn High School, while Holy Trinity Elementary and Father Lacombe High School serve the Catholic district.

Transit

The area is highly car-dependent, designed to accommodate commercial transport and commuter traffic. However, Calgary Transit provides bus service along 17 Avenue SE and through select industrial routes. These nearby bus stops connect workers and residents to the broader transit network, including the MAX Purple bus rapid transit line that runs directly into downtown Calgary.

Shopping and dining

Workers and residents benefit from immediate proximity to International Avenue. As Calgary's premier multicultural corridor, 17 Avenue SE is packed with an incredible diversity of global cuisine, ethnic supermarkets, local bakeries, and essential services, ensuring that dining and shopping needs are easily met just north of the industrial boundary.

Parks and recreation

While the immediate streetscape is industrial, the neighborhood borders Elliston Park, a major regional green space. The park features a large lake, regional pathways, picnic areas, and an off-leash dog park, and is famously home to the annual GlobalFest fireworks festival. Additionally, the Bob Bahan Aquatic and Fitness Centre is located nearby for indoor fitness and swimming.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Forest Lawn Industrial is utilitarian, practical, and heavily oriented around business and industry. It appeals to entrepreneurs, tradespeople, and residents seeking highly affordable living arrangements near major employment hubs. The community's proximity to International Avenue adds a layer of cultural vibrancy to an otherwise industrious and hardworking area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Forest Lawn Industrial is zoned primarily for industrial and commercial uses. Properties available typically include warehouse units, light industrial bays, auto-service facilities, and commercial lots. Residential properties are rare given the neighbourhood's industrial designation.

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Listing information last updated on April 24, 2026 at 12:00 pm (America/Edmonton)