Cranston

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Cranston is a highly-rated community (4.8/5 from 552 reviews) known for top-tier schools (4.8/5), family-friendly atmosphere (4.6/5), and a reasonable commute to downtown (25–35 min). Safety is rated 4.5/5 with active neighborhood watch programs. Pedestrian-friendliness scores 4.2/5, cycling 4.0/5, and transit 4.5/5. The housing market offers diverse options from entry-level to luxury, and residents frequently praise the parks (4.6/5), amenities, and community events. See all 10 FAQs below ↓

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September 20, 8:16am

The Cranston housing market in Calgary is a vibrant and dynamic sector of the real estate industry. In this post, we will take a closer look at the latest real estate statistics for the Cranston housing market, including sales data, pricing trends, and inventory levels. Sales Data: The housing market in Cranston has been experiencing steady growth in recent years. According to the latest data from the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB), there were 224 sales of single-family homes in Cranston in 2021, which is an increase of 28.5% from the previous year. The average days on market for a home in Cranston in 2021 was 30 days, which is slightly longer than the average for Calgary as a whole. Pricing Trends: The average price of a single-family home in Cranston in 2021 was $590,772, which is a 7.8% increase from the previous year. This growth in pricing is in line with the overall trend in the Calgary housing market, which has seen steady appreciation in recent years. The average price per square foot for a home in Cranston in 2021 was $300, which is slightly lower than the average for Calgary as a whole. Inventory Levels: The inventory of homes for sale in Cranston has been relatively stable in recent years. In 2021, there were 99 active listings for single-family homes in Cranston, which is a slight increase from the previous year. This suggests that the housing market in Cranston is currently balanced, with a reasonable level of supply and demand. Cranston housing market in Calgary is a healthy and growing sector of the real estate industry. Sales are increasing, prices are appreciating, and inventory levels are stable. As the Calgary housing market continues to grow and evolve, the Cranston housing market is likely to remain a key player in the years to come.

What it's like to live in Cranston
Average Rating:4.7/5
Total Reviews:552 Reviews
Safety Rating:4.5/5
School Rating:4.8/5
Would Recommend:84%

Cranston Community Ratings
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Pedestrian-friendly How easy it is to get around on foot 4/5
Cycling-friendly How bike-friendly the streets are 4/5
Transit Access to buses, trains, and subways 4/5
Car-friendly How easy it is to drive and park 4/5
Groceries How close grocery stores are 4/5
Shopping Shops and retail within reach 4/5
Cafés Coffee shops and casual spots nearby 4/5
Restaurants Places to eat out close by 4/5
Nightlife Bars and evening spots in the area 5/5
High schools Access to nearby high schools 4/5
Primary schools Access to nearby elementary schools 4/5
Daycares Childcare options close by 4/5
Quiet How calm and low-noise the area is 4/5
Vibrant How lively and busy it feels 4/5
Parks Green space and parks nearby 4/5
Wellness Gyms and health spots in reach 4/5

Cranston Livability Data

Category Rating Reviews Description
Overall Livability4.7 / 5552Weighted average of all resident ratings
Pedestrian-friendly4/537How easy it is to get around on foot
Cycling-friendly4/529How bike-friendly the streets are
Transit4/552Access to buses, trains, and subways
Car-friendly4/547How easy it is to drive and park
Groceries4/561How close grocery stores are
Shopping4/548Shops and retail within reach
Cafés4/533Coffee shops and casual spots nearby
Restaurants4/557Places to eat out close by
Nightlife5/526Bars and evening spots in the area
High schools4/539Access to nearby high schools
Primary schools4/545Access to nearby elementary schools
Daycares4/531Childcare options close by
Quiet4/555How calm and low-noise the area is
Vibrant4/542How lively and busy it feels
Parks4/563Green space and parks nearby
Wellness4/536Gyms and health spots in reach

Data aggregated from verified resident reviews. Last updated: September 2026.

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How safe is the community for families? Top
Safety rating is 4.5/5. Active neighborhood watch, low crime rates.
What are the best schools? Top
Schools are rated 4.8/5 with highly-rated public and separate schools.
What is the average home price?
Housing market rated 4.7/5. Prices vary from entry-level to luxury.
How is the commute to downtown?
Commute rated 4.6/5, 25-35 min to downtown, multiple transit options.
What amenities are available?
Shopping, dining, recreation, parks. Healthy living rating 4.3/5.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes, score 4.6/5 with parks, playgrounds, community events.
What are property taxes like?
Competitive with surrounding areas. Contact agents for specifics.
Are there new construction homes?
Yes, several new developments: condos, townhomes, detached.
Demographic diversity?
Diversity score 4.2/5, mix of families, professionals, retirees.
Local employment opportunities?
Jobs rating 4.3/5, various employment centers nearby.
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Safety: 4.5/5 – Active watch, low crime

Schools: 4.8/5 – Highly-rated

Housing Market: 4.7/5 – Diverse options

Commute: 4.6/5 – 25-35 min

Family-Friendly: 4.6/5 – Parks, events

Amenities: 4.3/5 – Shopping, dining

Diversity: 4.2/5 – Mixed demographics

Jobs: 4.3/5 – Local centers

Data sources: Aggregated from 549 verified resident reviews, Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®) market data, and Calgary Police Service community crime statistics. Last updated: September 2026.

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