How is the transit access in Westwinds?

Excellent. The McKnight-Westwinds CTrain station on the Blue Line sits directly in the community and recorded over 11,000 daily boardings in its first year of operation. Downtown Calgary is roughly 25–30 minutes by LRT. Five connecting bus routes serve the broader NE quadrant from this stop, and a 949-space park-and-ride lot is available for drivers.

What property types are available to buy in Westwinds?

Inventory is limited and skews toward newer multi-family units — stacked townhouses and low-rise apartments, primarily in the Westwinds Corner development near Westwinds Crescent NE. Detached and semi-detached homes are not present in this community. Active listings can be sparse at any given time given the small residential footprint.

What is the average home price in Westwinds, Calgary?

With as the median sold price over the past 12 months, Westwinds typically comes in at lower price points than established NE residential communities — a reflection of the multi-family unit mix and the commercial/industrial surroundings. Sample sizes are small, so averages can shift with individual sales.

Are there schools in Westwinds?

No schools are located within Westwinds itself, consistent with its industrial and commercial zoning. Families would rely on schools in adjacent communities. The Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic School District both operate schools throughout the surrounding NE communities of Castleridge, Falconridge, and Taradale.

What parks and amenities are near Westwinds?

Prairie Winds Park in neighbouring Castleridge is the closest major green space — a 16-hectare destination park featuring a spray park, lazy river, skating rink, basketball courts, and tennis courts, accessible via Westwinds Crescent NE. Day-to-day retail, grocery, and services are available along Westwinds Drive and McKnight Boulevard NE.

Homes for Sale in Westwinds, Calgary

Westwinds is one of Calgary''s NE industrial and commercial communities — and that''s worth knowing upfront.

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5075 Falconridge Boulevard Northeast, Calgary

Commercial Mix · 800 sqft

$888,000

32 Westwinds Crescent Northeast, Calgary

Other · 1,865 sqft

$99,000

76 Westwinds Crescent NE, Calgary

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$1,399,000

3670 63 Avenue Northeast, Calgary

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$727,000

3961 52 Avenue Northeast, Calgary

Other · 1,758 sqft

$1,500,000

5120 47 Street Northeast, Calgary

Commercial Mix · 3,025 sqft

Buying in Westwinds

Who fits here

Westwinds is one of Calgary''s NE industrial and commercial communities — and that''s worth knowing upfront. The neighbourhood is zoned predominantly for business, light industrial, and commercial uses, with the 2021 census recording essentially no permanent residential population. If you''re hunting for a detached home or a traditional residential street, Westwinds isn''t it. What you will find is a small cluster of newer apartment and stacked-townhouse units near the Westwinds Crescent corridor — the ''Westwinds Corner'' development — suited to buyers who prioritize transit access and affordability above neighbourhood walkability or green space. The McKnight-Westwinds CTrain station sits right here on the Blue Line, putting downtown Calgary within a 25–30 minute commute without a car. That LRT anchor, combined with lower price points than comparable units in established residential NE communities, makes Westwinds a pragmatic choice for first-time buyers, transit-dependent professionals, or investors comfortable with a predominantly commercial surrounding. Buyers with young families or lifestyle priorities around parks, schools, and walkable retail will find better fits in neighbouring Castleridge, Taradale, or Falconridge just a stop or two away.

Current market in the neighbourhood

Westwinds carries a very limited residential inventory — the community is primarily industrial and commercial, so the numbers below reflect the small pocket of multi-family and condo units that do trade here. In the past 12 months, properties sold with a median sale price and an average. Homes averaged days on market before selling. The sale-to-list ratio came in, and average price per square foot. Active listings are typically thin — right now there are 6 properties available, ranging from. Given the small sample sizes, treat these figures as directional rather than statistically robust: a single listing can move the averages significantly in either direction.

Commute and lifestyle

The McKnight-Westwinds CTrain station is the neighbourhood''s defining asset. Opened in December 2007 as part of the Blue Line''s first NE extension, it draws over 11,000 daily boardings and offers direct service to downtown Calgary in under 30 minutes. Five bus routes fan out from the station toward Castleridge, Falconridge, Taradale, and Saddletowne, making the broader NE quadrant highly accessible without a car. A 949-space park-and-ride lot serves commuters arriving from further northeast communities, which keeps the lot busy and underscores just how central this station is to the area''s transit network. Day-to-day errands rely on the commercial strip along Westwinds Drive and McKnight Boulevard — grocery, auto services, and retail are all close. Prairie Winds Park, one of the NE''s best destination parks with a spray park, lazy river, skating rink, and tennis courts, is accessible via Westwinds Crescent and sits under 2 km away in Castleridge. The absence of dedicated neighbourhood schools or a community association reflects the industrial character of the area — residents lean on adjacent communities for most lifestyle amenities.

Long-term context

Westwinds'' thin residential base makes long-run price-trend analysis difficult — there simply aren''t enough transactions to draw clean trend lines. The units that do exist are newer multi-family builds, which means resale history is limited and early comparables are sparse. What shapes the investment case here is the Blue Line LRT anchor: transit-oriented development corridors in Calgary''s NE have historically supported steady demand from renters and entry-level buyers, insulating values from the sharper swings seen in more speculative suburban markets. Calgary''s broader housing market has been supported by strong in-migration from other provinces since 2022, and NE communities have absorbed a significant share of newcomer demand due to relative affordability. Buyers should expect modest, steady appreciation rather than rapid gains — and should underwrite any investment on rental income fundamentals rather than speculation, given the small ownership pool and the commercial/industrial character that limits broader buyer appeal.

About Westwinds

Overview

Westwinds is a dynamic, mixed-use neighbourhood situated in Northeast Calgary. Originally developed as a major commercial and industrial hub containing the Westwinds Business Centre and the Calgary Police Service headquarters, the area also features residential pockets that offer convenient, affordable living. Its excellent walkability and proximity to essential amenities make it an appealing choice for a diverse range of residents.

Location

Located in Calgary's Northeast quadrant, Westwinds is bounded by 64th Avenue NE to the north, McKnight Boulevard to the south, Metis Trail to the west, and Castleridge Boulevard to the east. This strategic positioning provides quick access to major transportation routes, including Stoney Trail and Deerfoot Trail, as well as the Calgary International Airport.

Housing character

The housing landscape in Westwinds is predominantly defined by affordable multi-family properties, including townhouses, condominiums, and the established Westwinds Village community. The neighbourhood caters to first-time homebuyers, young professionals, and downsizers seeking accessible mid-range properties. Homes in the area reflect a competitive market, with an average sold price and properties typically spending on the market.

Schools

While the immediate footprint of Westwinds is heavily commercial and mixed-use, residents have convenient access to a variety of educational institutions in the surrounding Northeast communities. Nearby Castleridge and Martindale offer highly rated public and Catholic schools, providing strong academic programs for families living in the area.

Transit

Westwinds boasts exceptional public transit connectivity, anchored by the McKnight-Westwinds LRT Station on the CTrain Blue Line. The station includes a large park-and-ride facility and serves as a major transit hub for several bus routes. Commuting to downtown Calgary is highly efficient, typically taking between 20 to 40 minutes depending on the time of day.

Shopping and dining

The neighbourhood is well-known for its vibrant, multicultural commercial districts. Residents enjoy a wide variety of diverse community businesses, retail stores, and supermarkets. The area is particularly celebrated for its fantastic dining scene, offering an array of highly-rated Middle Eastern, Indian, and South Asian restaurants.

Parks and recreation

Recreation in the community is highlighted by the expansive Prairie Winds Park, a major destination for Northeast Calgary. This spectacular park features a summer wading pool, a lazy river, a spray park, and natural playgrounds with a zip line. During the winter months, the park transforms to offer an outdoor ice skating rink and one of the steepest and most popular toboggan hills in the city.

Lifestyle

Life in Westwinds offers a lively, culturally rich environment that balances bustling commercial energy with beautiful community green spaces. Residents benefit from a highly walkable layout, frequent year-round cultural festivals, and seamless access to both urban employment centers and exceptional outdoor recreation, creating a truly convenient and vibrant urban lifestyle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Only partially. Westwinds is predominantly zoned for industrial and commercial uses — the 2021 federal census recorded near-zero residential population. A small number of apartment and stacked-townhouse units exist near Westwinds Crescent NE, but there are no detached homes or traditional residential streets. Buyers looking for family housing are better served by neighbouring communities like Castleridge or Falconridge.

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Listing information last updated on April 24, 2026 at 4:00 pm (America/Edmonton)