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Homes for Sale in Hillhurst, Calgary

Hillhurst draws buyers who want inner-city character without a downtown address.

Active listings

71

Median list price

$769,900

Avg list price

$1,286,105

Homes for Sale in Hillhurst, Calgary

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Buying in Hillhurst

Who fits here

Hillhurst draws buyers who want inner-city character without a downtown address. Young professionals and couples priced out of Mount Pleasant or Rosedale find strong value here: Craftsman bungalows and newer infills along streets like 10 Street NW and Gladstone Road NW offer walkable access to the Kensington Village shops, independent coffee roasters, and the 14th Street restaurant corridor. Families appreciate the tight school network — Hillhurst School (CBE) sits at the neighbourhood's heart and feeds into Queen Elizabeth High School — plus the expansive green space of Riley Park, which hosts Calgary's oldest lawn bowling club and a community outdoor pool. SAIT students and faculty rent or buy condos near the Bow River pathway, keeping the rental market active. Retirees downsizing from larger suburban homes are drawn by single-level bungalows and the flat, strollable terrain linking directly to Prince's Island Park and the Peace Bridge. Investors target the character-home-to-infill conversion market: RC-2 zoning on many lots supports semi-detached builds, and proximity to SAIT sustains long-term rental demand. Overall, Hillhurst suits buyers who prioritize walkability scores above 85, river valley access, and a neighbourhood identity anchored by community events at the Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Association.

Current market in the neighbourhood

Hillhurst is one of Calgary''s most consistently active inner-city resale markets. The current median list price stands at $769,900, while the median sold price tracks at — reflecting strong absorption in a supply-constrained pocket. Average days on market sit, well below the Calgary-wide average, and the sale-to-list ratio of confirms that well-priced homes here rarely sit. Over the past 12 months, properties changed hands, spanning a price range from. Average price per square foot is running, with detached character homes and new infills commanding a premium over the condo segment. With 71 homes currently on market, inventory remains tight relative to buyer demand.

Commute and lifestyle

Hillhurst earns its walkability reputation. Kensington Road NW is lined with independent grocers, pharmacies, yoga studios, two dozen restaurants within five minutes on foot. Riley Park — with its outdoor pool, spray park, lawn bowling greens, and mature tree canopy — sits at the neighbourhood''s edge, and the Bow River pathway system runs along the southern boundary, connecting cyclists and joggers to downtown in under 15 minutes without a traffic light. By transit, Calgary Transit routes along 10 Street NW and Memorial Drive provide frequent service; the Sunnyside CTrain station (Blue Line) is a 10-minute walk from most of the neighbourhood, placing downtown Calgary within a four-minute ride. Drivers reach the downtown core in 8–12 minutes via Memorial Drive or 10 Street NW, and SAIT is just 5 minutes by car. Families are served by Hillhurst School (CBE, K–6) and the nearby St. Pius X School (CSSD), both within walking distance for most residents. Queen Elizabeth High School (CBE) serves grades 10–12. The Hillhurst-Sunnyside Community Association runs year-round programming, from ice skating to community gardens, reinforcing the neighbourhood''s strong social fabric.

Long-term context

Hillhurst has seen steady long-term appreciation driven by its fixed land supply and persistent inner-city demand. Lot values along 10 Street NW and Gladstone Road NW have trended upward over the past decade as infill redevelopment — enabled by RC-2 and M-C1 zoning — replaced aging bungalows with semi-detached and narrow-lot detached builds. The neighbourhood''s proximity to SAIT, the University of Calgary (a 15-minute drive or direct bus), and downtown has insulated it from the cyclical corrections that affected suburban Calgary during oil-price downturns. The completion of the Peace Bridge and ongoing Eau Claire area revitalization have reinforced Hillhurst''s river-access premium. Character homes in good condition tend to hold value well due to limited supply and buyer preference for pre-1950 architecture. The broader inner-city Calgary market has historically outperformed suburban counterparts on a per-square-foot basis over 10-year horizons, and Hillhurst''s fundamentals — walkability, transit access, school quality, and park adjacency — suggest demand drivers remain intact. As always, past performance does not guarantee future results.

About Hillhurst

Overview

Hillhurst is a premier inner-city neighbourhood in northwest Calgary, celebrated for its historic charm and vibrant urban energy. Offering a premium real estate market, the area experiences strong demand with properties spending an average of on the market. Over the past year, the community has seen a healthy turnover with homes sold.

Location

Situated just across the Bow River from Calgary's downtown core, Hillhurst is bounded by 16th Avenue NW to the north, 10th Street NW to the east, the Bow River to the south, and 18th Street NW to the west. Its prime location allows for exceptional connectivity and picturesque views of the city skyline.

Housing character

Though rich in early 20th-century heritage homes, modern densification has made upscale apartments and condominiums the dominant property type. This shift caters to a premium market of urban professionals and downsizers, reflected in an average sold price. Buyers will currently find around 71 active listings to choose from.

Schools

The neighbourhood is well-served by quality educational institutions. Public school options include Hillhurst School for elementary students and Queen Elizabeth High School for junior and senior high students. Families also have access to St. Joseph School for the Catholic curriculum.

Transit

Hillhurst boasts exceptional walkability and comprehensive public transit options. The community is serviced by the nearby Sunnyside LRT Station on the Red Line, providing rapid transit into downtown and across the city. Additionally, several primary bus routes operate along 14th Street NW and Kensington Road.

Shopping and dining

Hillhurst is anchored by the renowned Kensington district, one of Calgary's most walkable and dynamic commercial hubs. Residents enjoy immediate access to hundreds of independent boutiques, award-winning restaurants, local pubs, and artisanal cafes right at their doorstep.

Parks and recreation

Green space is abundant, highlighted by the beloved Riley Park, which features a seasonal wading pool, a cricket pitch, and the Senator Patrick Burns Memorial Rock Garden. The community also offers immediate access to the extensive Bow River pathway system for cycling, running, and leisurely walks.

Lifestyle

Residents of Hillhurst enjoy a highly sought-after, premium urban lifestyle that balances bustling city amenities with serene riverfront nature. The market's competitive nature is underscored by a sale-to-list ratio and a robust median sold price, appealing to those who desire luxury, convenience, and culture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hillhurst offers a diverse mix of housing types. You''ll find original Craftsman and Arts-and-Crafts bungalows (many dating from the 1910s–1940s), newer semi-detached infills on subdivided lots, low-rise condos near the Kensington commercial strip, and a small number of apartment-style units. The neighbourhood''s RC-2 zoning on many blocks means detached character homes sit alongside modern infill semi-detacheds — giving buyers options across a wide price range.

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Listing information last updated on April 24, 2026 at 2:00 pm (America/Edmonton)