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Calgary · Nestled gracefully along the southern ridge of Nose Hill Park, Cambrian Heights is one of Northwest Calgary’s most scenic, established, and peaceful inner-city neighbourhoods.

Market Snapshot

Live MLS® data for Cambrian Heights · updated daily

9
Active listings
$825,000
Median price
$495K – $1.4M
Price range
$690
Avg per sq ft
The Typical Home in Cambrian Heights
4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1,308 sq ft
1967 year built
Home Types
House9

How Cambrian Heights Compares

Versus the wider Calgary market · 6,662 active listings

Cambrian Heights sits at the premium end of Calgary — pricier both overall and per square foot.

Median home price50% above Calgary
Cambrian Heights
$825,000
Calgary avg
$549,000
Average price per sq ft55% above Calgary
Cambrian Heights
$690
Calgary avg
$447

About Cambrian Heights

Nestled gracefully along the southern ridge of Nose Hill Park, Cambrian Heights is one of Northwest Calgary’s most scenic, established, and peaceful inner-city neighbourhoods. Developed primarily in the late 1950s, this highly desirable community is celebrated for its sweeping downtown vistas, sprawling estate-sized lots, and mature tree-canopied streetscapes. It serves as an ultimate destination for move-up families and design-forward professionals who value mid-century character and unmatched urban convenience.

Why People Love Cambrian Heights

Cambrian Heights delivers a quiet, nature-focused lifestyle that balances classic community charm with immediate, lighting-fast access to Calgary's downtown core and major post-secondary campuses.

  • Massive Lot Lines & Infill Potential: Built during an era that prioritized expansive private spaces, properties here feature generous frontages, deep setbacks, and wide avenues. The community's traditional rear alleyway configurations make it a prime hotspot for stunning mid-century bungalow renovations or the construction of modern, luxury custom properties.
  • Perched Atop Scenic Ridges: Because of the neighbourhood’s unique elevated topography, many properties enjoy rare, unobstructed panoramic views of the spectacular Calgary downtown skyline and the rolling green landscape of adjacent parks, treating homeowners to incredible sunset backdrops.
  • Direct Access to Confederation Park & Nose Hill: For outdoor enthusiasts, the location is an absolute paradise. The community sits immediately adjacent to the sprawling forest trail systems of Nose Hill Park to the north and loops seamlessly down into Confederation Park to the south, giving residents instant access to miles of paved pathways, manicured golf courses, and popular winter cross-country skiing tracks.
  • The Ultimate Academic & Healthcare Grid: Commuting from Cambrian Heights is remarkably fast. Positioned just off Crowchild Trail and 14th Street NW, drivers can reach the downtown business core, the University of Calgary campus, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT), or the massive Foothills Medical Centre complex in under 10 minutes.
  • A Proud, Safe, and Culturally Active Vibe: Backed by an active community group that manages a popular local community hall, a vibrant outdoor winter skating rink, and seasonal social programs, the area relies on a series of peaceful, low-traffic crescents where neighbours genuinely know and watch out for one another.

Top Questions About Living in Cambrian Heights

Where exactly is Cambrian Heights located?
Cambrian Heights is centrally situated in the highly desirable Northwest quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is bounded neatly by Northmount Drive to the north, 14th Street NW to the east, Confederation Park to the south, and 10th Street NW to the west.
What schools serve children living in Cambrian Heights?
The community is fantastic for families due to its exceptionally mature educational catchment. Public school students can walk safely to Cambrian Heights School (K-6) right inside the community or attend specialized language academies nearby. Older students are designated to top-tier junior high facilities and the prestigious Crescent Heights High School, known for its elite academic programming.
Are there mandatory HOA fees in Cambrian Heights?
No, Cambrian Heights is a classic, established residential community and does not have a mandatory Homeowners Association (HOA) fee or mandatory annual community dues. Residents can purchase an affordable, optional annual membership to the highly supportive Cambrian Heights Community Association to support local facility upkeep and gain access to neighborhood-hosted sports leagues.
What everyday shopping and amenities are close to Cambrian Heights?
Daily errands require minimal effort from this location. Beyond the local neighborhood boutique plazas, residents are just a 5-minute drive from the North Hill Centre shopping mall (featuring a Safeway and professional services) and sit just moments from the extensive retail hubs, medical clinics, and trendy cafes lining nearby 16th Avenue and the community of Kensington.
What is the current real estate market like in Cambrian Heights?
The Cambrian Heights housing market is highly stable, exclusive, and holds excellent long-term equity value. The real estate inventory is beautifully consistent, heavily featuring well-built mid-century detached bungalows and split-level family homes with attached or detached double garages. Properties here consistently generate robust market interest whenever they hit the MLS due to the area's incredible central desirability.
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