Cliff Bungalow
Living in Cliff Bungalow
Cliff Bungalow is a small, historic inner-city neighbourhood centred on 5 Street SW. It was developed on Canadian Pacific Railway land and first housed many CPR employees, and much of it was built during Calgary's real estate boom of 1906 to 1914. Tree-lined streets still hold Craftsman bungalows, Edwardian homes and early apartment blocks, along with landmarks such as the 1920 Cliff Bungalow School, now home to the Montessori School of Calgary.
The community shares its community association with neighbouring Mission and sits steps from the shops and restaurants of 17 Avenue SW and 4 Street SW. The Elbow River and its pathways lie along the southern edge, and downtown is a short walk or bike ride away. Western Canada High School, a Collegiate Gothic landmark from 1929, is close by.
- Walk to 17 Avenue SW and 4 Street SW restaurants and shops
- Elbow River pathway along the community's southern edge
- Montessori School of Calgary in the historic Cliff Bungalow School
- Western Canada High School close by
- Short walk or bike ride to downtown
New infill homes in Cliff Bungalow
Cliff Bungalow is a mature, mostly multi-family community, and only about 5% of its homes were built between 2011 and 2021. New construction here tends to be small-scale: new duplexes, townhomes or low-rise buildings on lots that once held older homes, guided by the community's area redevelopment plan. For buyers, that means newer homes are rare and tend to draw strong interest when they list.
With single-detached homes making up only about 8% of dwellings, redevelopment lots are scarce, and many older houses carry heritage character that buyers value. Builders and buyers should review lot size, zoning and any heritage considerations before planning a project. We can help you weigh a character home against a new build and watch for the right opportunity. Ask us about off-market and coming-soon homes.
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The top end of the Cliff Bungalow market is made up of restored character homes, newer infills and well-finished condos close to the Elbow River. Buyers here often pay for walkability, heritage charm and a quiet residential street that is still minutes from 17 Avenue SW and downtown.
Because few higher-end homes trade in Cliff Bungalow each year, every sale depends on the home's condition, lot, street and finish level. Live average and median prices for Cliff Bungalow are shown at the top of this page, and we can prepare a detailed analysis for any property you are considering.
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Is Cliff Bungalow a good place to live?
Cliff Bungalow suits people who want a historic, walkable inner-city neighbourhood. It offers character homes, the Elbow River pathway and easy access to 17 Avenue SW, 4 Street SW and downtown.
Are there new infill or new construction homes for sale in Cliff Bungalow?
New construction in Cliff Bungalow is limited because the community is small and mature, but newer duplexes, townhomes and condos do come up. Inventory changes daily. You can see every current Cliff Bungalow listing on this page, or set up alerts to hear about new infills and new construction as soon as they list.
How much do homes cost in Cliff Bungalow?
Prices depend on the type of home, lot, street and finish level. Live average and median sale prices from the MLS® are shown at the top of this page and on the Cliff Bungalow market stats page, and we can prepare a detailed price analysis for any Cliff Bungalow property.
How did Cliff Bungalow get its name?
The name is linked to the escarpment, known locally as the cliff, along the community's western edge. Calgarians used the name informally for years before it became official in 1970.
How do I sell my Cliff Bungalow home for top dollar?
Start with a pricing opinion based on recent Cliff Bungalow sales of similar homes, then prepare and market the home properly. We offer a free, no-obligation evaluation and a full marketing plan for Cliff Bungalow sellers.
Neighbourhood information from Wikipedia · the City of Calgary community profiles (2021 Census) · Heritage Calgary · Calgary community associations. Market figures on this page update automatically from the Pillar 9™ MLS® System.
