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Calgary · Historic, deeply cultural, and effortlessly trendy, Hillhurst stands as one of Calgary’s most prestigious and vibrant inner-city residential neighbourhoods.

Market Snapshot

Live MLS® data for Hillhurst · updated daily

30
Active listings
$998,950
Median price
$189K – $5.3M
Price range
$705
Avg per sq ft
The Typical Home in Hillhurst
3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
1,610 sq ft
2011 year built
Home Types
Condo22House8

How Hillhurst Compares

Versus the wider Calgary market · 6,669 active listings

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

Median home price82% above Calgary
Hillhurst
$998,950
Calgary avg
$549,000
Average price per sq ft58% above Calgary
Hillhurst
$705
Calgary avg
$447

About Hillhurst

Historic, deeply cultural, and effortlessly trendy, Hillhurst stands as one of Calgary’s most prestigious and vibrant inner-city residential neighbourhoods. Established in 1914, this highly sought-after Northwest community is celebrated for its stunning tree-lined streetscapes, beautiful character homes, and its front-row integration with the Kensington Shopping District. It serves as a premier destination for urban professionals, upscale families, and downsizers seeking a sophisticated, walkable lifestyle directly adjacent to the Bow River pathways and the downtown corporate core.

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Why People Love Hillhurst

Hillhurst delivers an elite, highly active, and pedestrian-first lifestyle that seamlessly blends century-old historic charm with the city's finest high-street shopping and dining nodes.

  • The Kensington Shopping District Gateway: You can completely leave your vehicle parked at home. Hillhurst shares the bustling high streets of Kensington with adjacent Sunnyside. Residents enjoy instant walking access to over 250 local trendy boutiques, artisan coffee roasters, independent bookstores, award-winning wine bars, and an incredible selection of popular fine-dining restaurants and multi-cultural bistros.
  • Stunning Character Homes & Luxury Infill Architecture: The local streetscapes showcase a gorgeous evolution of architectural design. Leafy, canopied avenues feature an exceptional array of well-preserved early 1900s craftsman bungalows and historic brick-accented properties, seamlessly integrated with stunning modern luxury custom infills, contemporary semi-detached duplexes, and premium low-rise brownstones.
  • The Majestic Bow River Pathway & Park Systems: Outdoor wellness and recreation are right outside the direct doorstep. The community sits immediately adjacent to the banks of the Bow River. Homeowners enjoy direct access to kilometres of paved, multi-use linear trails, connecting seamlessly into the sprawling wild spaces of Riley Park—famous for its cricket pitches, wading pools, and historic rock gardens—and nearby Prince's Island Park.
  • Effortless Transit-Oriented & Downtown Commutes: The daily vehicle traffic and parking gridlock are completely eliminated here. The community benefits from close walking access to the Sunnyside LRT C-Train Station, providing a rapid 3-minute transit link into downtown Calgary, SAIT, or the University of Calgary. Urban professionals can also easily enjoy a beautiful morning walk or bike ride across the Louise Bridge straight into the corporate core.
  • An Elite Academic & Institutional Footprint: Families are heavily drawn to the area because of its long-standing, top-performing educational infrastructure. The neighbourhood plays host to the historic Hillhurst School and Queen Elizabeth Elementary, Junior, and Senior High School complex right within its borders, allowing children to complete their entire K-12 schooling journey entirely along quiet, safe residential streets.

Top Questions About Living in Hillhurst

Where exactly is Hillhurst located?
Hillhurst is centrally nestled in a premium perimeter corridor within the inner Northwest quadrant of Calgary, Alberta. It is neatly bounded by 8th Avenue NW and the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) to the north, the Bow River to the south, 14th Street NW to the east, and 18th Street NW (bordering West Hillhurst) to the west.
What schools serve children living in Hillhurst?
The community is fantastic for family education. Local public tracks include Hillhurst School (K-6), which features a highly regarded regular curriculum, and Queen Elizabeth School (K-12), celebrated city-wide for its diverse programming, Advanced Placement (AP) streams, and Deaf and Hard of Hearing specialized resources.
Are there mandatory HOA fees in Hillhurst?
No, traditional single-family homes and titled properties in Hillhurst do not have a mandatory Homeowners Association (HOA) fee or mandatory annual community dues. Property owners can choose to purchase an affordable, optional annual membership to the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association (HSCA) to support local park preservation, the community garden, the popular weekly farmers' market, and neighborhood advocacy groups.
What recreational centers and amenities are inside the community?
Beyond its internal pathways and park networks, the neighborhood hosts the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Center, a highly robust local hub featuring indoor gymnasiums, a popular preschool, daycare facilities, and soccer fields. It also sits remarkably close to the world-class fitness facilities, indoor swimming pools, and running tracks located inside the nearby MNP Community & Sport Centre and SAIT campus.
What is the current real estate market like in Hillhurst?
The Hillhurst housing market is highly stable, premium, and widely praised for holding incredible long-term equity and resale value due to its scarce inner-city footprint. The real estate inventory beautifully accommodates various modern lifestyles, ranging from stylish low-maintenance apartment condominiums and character townhouses starting in the high $400ks to $600ks, up to spacious detached front-porch family homes and stunning modern luxury custom infills frequently commanding anywhere from $950k to well over $1.8M+.
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