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Seton 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 19, 5:09am

Seton Real Talk: Your Home Is Worth More Than the City Thinks - But the Gap Is Closing If you've been watching the "For Sale" signs around Seton lately, here's what's actually happening. The market is moving, prices are holding, and the city's assessment number on your tax notice is not the number that matters when you're thinking about buying or selling. Let's get into it. The Vibe: Houses vs. Condos in Seton Right Now Houses - Strong Prices, But Watch the Volume We saw only 5 house sales this month, down about 17% from last month. That's a thin slice of activity. But here's the thing - the average sale price hit $670,000, up 31.4% from the month before. Before you get too excited, that kind of jump in a low-volume month usually means the mix of homes that sold skewed larger or higher-end. It's not necessarily that every house in Seton jumped in value overnight. What we can say with confidence: houses are selling at 97.75% of list price, meaning buyers are getting a small discount but not a big one. Homes are sitting on the market for an average of 28 days. That's not flying off the shelf, but it's not stale either. The price per square foot is sitting around $373. Average sale price: $670,000 Average list price: $590,925 Price per square foot: $373 Sale-to-list ratio: 97.75% Average days on market: 28 Properties sold this month: 5 Predicted market value: $645,088 Estimated monthly rent: $3,033 Rental yield: 5.37% On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Seton houses rank 88 out of 233 Calgary neighbourhoods for growth - that puts us solidly in the above-average tier. For days on market, we rank 25 out of 74, which means homes here sell faster than most. Price rank is 176 out of 220, so we're below average in price compared to the broader city - which is actually a selling point for buyers who want a newer community without a luxury price tag. Condos - Fast, Stable, and Quietly Competitive The condo story in Seton is a different kind of interesting. Only 3 units sold this month, but they moved fast - an average of just 13 days on market. That earns us a days-on-market rank of 9 out of 66 Calgary neighbourhoods. That's elite speed. Buyers are not sleeping on Seton condos. The average sale price came in at $354,000, essentially flat from last month, with a sale-to-list ratio of 99.25%. Sellers are getting almost exactly what they're asking. Price per square foot is $395, which actually edges out houses on a per-square-foot basis - typical for newer condo builds. Seton condos also beat nearby Auburn Bay condos on price, where the average sold price was $340,470. Average sale price: $354,000 Average list price: $337,500 Price per square foot: $395 Sale-to-list ratio: 99.25% Average days on market: 13 Properties sold this month: 3 Predicted market value: $344,373 Estimated monthly rent: $1,804 Rental yield: 4.11% On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Seton condos rank 81 out of 211 for growth - above average. Price rank is 74 out of 174, meaning we're above average in price compared to other Calgary condo neighbourhoods. If you own a condo here, you're sitting in a well-positioned spot. The Secret Sauce: Why Your HonestDoor Price Is the Number That Actually Matters Here's something worth paying attention to. The city assessed the average Seton house at $679,427. The average HonestDoor Price for that same house is $653,644. That's a gap of about $25,800 - and the city's number is higher. For condos, the city says $360,183. HonestDoor says $341,978. Again, the city is running hot compared to what the real-world market is showing. Why does this matter? Because your tax assessment is a snapshot taken months ago using a formula that doesn't know what's happening on your street right now. The HonestDoor Price pulls from actual recent sales, current listing activity, and live market signals. It's updated in real time, not once a year. For houses, the HonestDoor Price is 3.79% below the city assessment. For condos, it's 5.05% below. If you're using your assessment to decide what to list at, or to figure out your equity position, you could be working with a number that's already out of date. The HonestDoor Price is your real-world check - use it. One more thing to note: the house HonestDoor Price has nudged up 1.33% recently. The condo HonestDoor Price has dipped 0.70%. Small moves, but they tell you which way the wind is blowing for each property type right now. The "So What?" - Thinking About Selling This Summer? If you own a house in Seton and you're thinking about listing this summer, the conditions are reasonable but not red-hot. Prices are holding, buyers are still paying close to list, and your growth rank puts you ahead of most Calgary neighbourhoods. The catch is that volume is low - only 5 sales this month. A thin market means your pricing strategy has to be sharp. Come in too high and you'll sit. Price it right and you'll likely sell within a month. If you own a condo, the case for selling is actually pretty compelling right now. Thirteen days on market is fast. Buyers are paying 99.25% of list. You're beating Auburn Bay on price. The HonestDoor Price is ticking up slightly. If you've been on the fence, this is a decent window. For both property types, the first step is checking your HonestDoor Price before you call an agent or set a number in your head. The city's assessment is already stale. Your HonestDoor Price reflects what a buyer would actually pay today - and in a market where the gap between assessed and real value is running 4 to 5 percent, that difference can mean tens of thousands of dollars in how you position your home. Seton is a newer community still finding its price ceiling. Neighbourhood growth is modest at 0.02% year over year for houses, but the fundamentals - rental yields above 5%, fast condo sales, above-average growth rank - suggest this area has more room to run. Just go in with the right numbers. seton | calgary | june 2026 This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.

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

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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

Seton 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

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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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