How long is the commute from Southwood to downtown Calgary by CTrain?

Anderson Station is 10.6 km south of the City Hall Interlocking. The CTrain ride to downtown typically takes approximately 25–30 minutes, running through Heritage, Chinook, 39 Avenue, Erlton, and Victoria Park stations before reaching the 7th Avenue free fare zone.

What schools are in Southwood, Calgary?

Southwood is served by Ethel M. Johnson Elementary and Harold Panabaker Junior High (Calgary Board of Education), Foundations for the Future Charter School, and St. Stephen Elementary and Junior High (Calgary Catholic School District). All are located within or immediately adjacent to the community.

Is Southwood a good neighbourhood for investors?

Southwood has appeal for buy-and-hold investors: roughly 42% of its dwellings are rented, entry prices are lower than many inner-city SW communities, and dual CTrain access sustains demand from tenants who commute downtown without a car.

What is the average home price in Southwood Calgary?

Current market data shows an average sold price of across all property types, with a median. Prices range from to depending on property type and condition.

Homes for Sale in Southwood, Calgary

Q: What shopping and amenities are near Southwood?

Southcentre Mall — one of Calgary''s largest, with roughly 190 stores across 1.05 million square feet — sits directly across Anderson Road and is linked to Anderson Station by a pedestrian bridge. The Southland Park commercial complex and Southwood Corner mini-mall provide everyday retail, and the Southwood branch of the Calgary Public Library is located near Southland Drive and Elbow Drive.

Southwood draws buyers who want an established, fully built-out community without paying a premium for inner-city proximity.

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$600,000

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$484,998

Homes for Sale in Southwood, Calgary

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$615,000

1415 108 Avenue Southwest, Calgary

Detached Single Family · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,050 sqft

$615,000

1415 108 Avenue SW, Calgary

Bungalow · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,050.2 sqft

$724,900

708 Sacramento Place Southwest, Calgary

Detached Single Family · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,098 sqft

$699,649

811 Seattle Drive Southwest, Calgary

Detached Single Family · 2 bed · 2 bath · 956 sqft

$724,900

708 Sacramento Place SW, Calgary

Bungalow · 3 bed · 3 bath · 1,097.93 sqft

$699,649

811 Seattle Drive SW, Calgary

Bungalow · 2 bed · 2 bath · 956 sqft

$619,000

1424 109 Avenue Southwest, Calgary

Detached Single Family · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,055 sqft

$619,000

1424 109 Avenue SW, Calgary

Bi-Level · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,055 sqft

$249,900

315 Southampton Drive Southwest, Calgary

Single Level Apartment · 2 bed · 1 bath · 819 sqft

$249,000

315 Southampton Drive Southwest, Calgary

Single Level Apartment · 2 bed · 1 bath · 824 sqft

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$249,900

315 Southampton Drive Southwest, Calgary

Single Level Apartment · 2 bed · 1 bath · 825 sqft

$249,000

315 Southampton Drive SW, Calgary

Single Level Apartment · 2 bed · 1 bath · 824.06 sqft

Buying in Southwood

Who fits here

Southwood draws buyers who want an established, fully built-out community without paying a premium for inner-city proximity. Developed from 1960 onward, the neighbourhood offers a dense mix of single-family homes, duplexes, and low-rise condos on mature, tree-lined streets — a combination that suits first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors alike. Families are drawn by the walkable school cluster (Ethel M. Johnson Elementary, Harold Panabaker Junior High, and St. Stephen Catholic School are all within the community), while professionals value the direct Red Line CTrain access at Anderson Station for a car-free commute. The relatively affordable entry point compared to inner-city SW communities like Altadore or Marda Loop makes Southwood particularly attractive to buyers stretching their budget without sacrificing south-end amenities. Renters make up a meaningful share of the population, which supports buy-and-hold investors seeking income properties close to transit. If you want a quiet, self-contained neighbourhood that is already finished — parks, schools, library branch, and shopping all in place — and you can live without flashy new builds, Southwood delivers strong fundamentals.

Current market in the neighbourhood

Southwood trades at a discount to many inner-city SW communities, reflecting its 1960s-era stock while still benefiting from city-wide demand. The median sold price across all property types sits, with an average. Homes typically sell in days, and the sale-to-list ratio of indicates how closely final prices track asking. Over the past 12 months, properties changed hands. Active listings currently number 45, with asking prices ranging from. The City of Calgary''s 2026 assessment roll placed the median single-family home assessment citywide at $706,000, up from $697,000 the prior year — a modest 1% gain that reflects the broader market stabilising after the sharp run-up of 2020–2023.

Commute and lifestyle

Southwood sits at one of Calgary''s most convenient transit nodes. Anderson Station — the CTrain Red Line stop directly on the community''s eastern edge — has 1,323 permanent park-and-ride stalls plus a 427-space overflow lot, making it the primary catchment station for commuters from multiple south-end communities. The Red Line runs 10.6 km north to the City Hall Interlocking, placing downtown Calgary roughly 25–30 minutes away by rail. Seven bus routes converge at the station, and Southland Station (one stop north) provides additional bus connections along Southland Drive. For drivers, Macleod Trail and Anderson Road offer direct routes to the ring road network. Daily errands are easily handled on foot or by bike: Southcentre Mall — one of Calgary''s largest at 1.05 million square feet with around 190 stores — is located directly across Anderson Road and is connected to the station by a pedestrian bridge. The Southland Park commercial complex on Macleod Trail and the Southwood Corner mini-mall at Southland Drive and Elbow Drive round out the local retail offer. The Southwood branch of the Calgary Public Library is a neighbourhood landmark near that same intersection.

Long-term context

Southwood''s price trajectory mirrors the broader Calgary market with one important nuance: its older, mixed housing stock has historically allowed buyers to enter at lower absolute prices, meaning smaller dollar gains translate to competitive percentage returns. Calgary residential property values rose sharply from 2020 through 2024 before stabilising; the City''s 2026 assessment roll showed single-family homes up a modest 1% year-over-year citywide (median $706,000), while condos dipped 3%, reflecting increased supply. Southwood''s proximity to two CTrain stations and Southcentre Mall provides a structural demand floor — transit-accessible south-end communities have historically attracted steady buyer interest even during soft markets. The neighbourhood''s high rental rate (roughly 42% of dwellings are rented) means investors have actively participated in price discovery alongside owner-occupants, supporting values. Calgary''s population is projected to grow by approximately 52,800 residents in 2025 alone, sustaining overall housing demand across the city.

About Southwood

Overview

Southwood is a well-established, family-oriented residential neighbourhood in Calgary's southwest quadrant. Developed primarily in the late 1950s and 1960s, the community is celebrated for its canopy of mature trees, quiet streets, and strong sense of community. With an average sold price, it offers an accessible mid-range entry point into southwest Calgary.

Location

The neighbourhood features exceptionally convenient boundaries, situated between Southland Drive to the north, Anderson Road to the south, Macleod Trail to the east, and 14 Street SW to the west. This strategic location provides residents with quick access to major arterial roads and a straightforward commute to the downtown core.

Housing character

The dominant property type in Southwood is the single-family detached home, with streetscapes featuring many original mid-century bungalows and split-level houses set on generous lots. With a median sold price, the area attracts both long-term residents and younger buyers looking to renovate. The eastern edge of the community also offers a selection of townhouses and low-rise condominiums.

Schools

Families in Southwood have excellent access to local education. Public schools within the neighbourhood boundaries include Ethel M. Johnson School, Southwood School, and Harold Panabaker School. The community also hosts a campus for the Foundations for the Future Charter Academy (FFCA), giving parents a variety of strong educational pathways.

Transit

Transit connectivity is one of Southwood's most significant advantages. The neighbourhood is flanked by two major CTrain stations on the Red Line: Southland Station at the northeast corner and Anderson Station at the southeast corner. A robust network of local bus routes also runs through the community, making car-free commuting highly practical.

Shopping and dining

Residents benefit from immediate proximity to the extensive commercial corridor along Macleod Trail, which features a wide array of grocery stores, big-box retailers, and restaurants. Just across Macleod Trail lies Southcentre Mall, one of Calgary's premier shopping destinations, offering extensive retail, dining, and entertainment options.

Parks and recreation

The community is dotted with pocket parks and playgrounds, anchored by the active Southwood Community Association which maintains a community hall, an outdoor skating rink, sports fields, and a community garden. For outdoor enthusiasts, the northern boundary of the expansive Fish Creek Provincial Park is located just south of Anderson Road, providing endless miles of paved and unpaved trails.

Lifestyle

Southwood provides a balanced suburban lifestyle that blends the quiet charm of a mature neighbourhood with the supreme convenience of nearby urban amenities. The sustained demand for this lifestyle is reflected in the homes sold over the past year, as buyers continue to be drawn to the area's large lots, established greenery, and exceptional transit access.

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Southwood is served by two CTrain Red Line stations: Anderson Station on the community''s eastern edge (with over 1,700 park-and-ride spaces) and Southland Station one stop to the north. Both connect directly to downtown Calgary.

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Listing information last updated on April 25, 2026 at 8:00 pm (America/Edmonton)