Midtown Business & Community Reviews

Midtown is located in southwest Airdrie, just minutes from Main Street and with quick access to the Queen Elizabeth II Highway for easy commuting to Calgary. The community is bordered by 8 Street SW to the east and is centred around Midtown Boulevard SW. Its central location offers unbeatable convenience to schools, grocery stores, restaurants, gyms, and major commuting routes.

Midtown stands out for its exceptional walkability and central pond with a scenic promenade that serves as the social heartbeat of the neighbourhood. Designed with pedestrian-friendly streets and a true "town centre" feel, residents can run daily errands without getting in the car. The community features:

• A beautiful central pond with walking paths where families gather and neighbours connect
• Walkable access to local coffee shops, health services, and boutique-style retail
• A friendly, inclusive atmosphere where people actually know their neighbours

Midtown is in its final phase of development, meaning now is your last chance to build a new home in this community. A major benefit of building now is that the community is already well established, so you won't have to live with construction for long. The community has three home builders: Trico Homes, Wave Homes, and Shane Homes, offering a wide range of home styles including bungalows, duplexes, laned homes, and front-driveway homes.

Midtown offers a wide array of housing styles catering to first-time buyers, growing families, and downsizers alike. Options include:

• Stylish townhomes – Low-maintenance living with modern finishes
• Detached family homes – Front-driveway and laned home designs
• Duplexes and bungalows – Diverse options for different lifestyle needs

Many properties feature open-concept layouts, nine-foot ceilings, quartz countertops, and contemporary finishes that appeal to today's homeowners. A recent example at 226 Midgrove Mews SW offers 1,622 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a double detached garage.

The average home price in Midtown is approximately $559,100, with a yearly increase of 11.9%. Key market statistics include:

• Average Property Price: $603,546 (ranking 11th most expensive in Airdrie)
• Average Rental Estimate: $2,756 per month
• Sold Price per Square Foot: $347
• Year-over-Year Growth: 11.4% (14th fastest growing in Airdrie)
• Average list price in Midtown: $679,605

A new townhouse development of 49 units has been approved along 8 Street SW in Midtown. The project by Shane Homes will include:

• 49 dwelling units with attached garages
• 10 visitor parking stalls in the common area
• A separate side entrance to the basement for future development options
• Emergency access and a mid-block southbound right-in/right-out access on Midtown Boulevard

This development adds diversity to housing options in Midtown and addresses the growing demand for multi-family homes in Airdrie.

At the heart of Midtown lies a beautiful central pond and scenic promenade that serves as the community's social gathering space. Residents enjoy:

• Pond and walking paths: A picturesque pond surrounded by paved pathways perfect for jogging, walking, and family strolls
• Open green spaces: Areas for neighbours to gather, children to play, and families to picnic
• Naturalized trails: Connections to lush, manicured pathways throughout the community
• Midtown Plaza: A commercial development adjacent to the community with shops and services

Nose Creek Park, a 20-acre park with extensive walking paths, is also nearby.

Midtown is served by the Rocky View School Division and the Calgary Catholic School District. Nearby schools include:

• École Edwards Elementary School – Located in the adjacent Jensen neighbourhood
• École Airdrie Middle School – Conveniently accessible from Midtown
• George McDougall High School – Serving secondary students
• Coopers Crossing School – Nearby elementary option
• St. Veronica School – Catholic elementary option

Midtown's central location offers exceptional access to shopping and amenities:

• Midtown Plaza: The adjacent commercial development offers shops, services, coffee shops, and restaurants within walking distance
• Main Street Airdrie: Just minutes away for boutique shopping and dining
• Kingsview Market: Sobeys, Shoppers Drug Mart, and other services
• CrossIron Mills Mall – Alberta's largest outlet shopping centre, approximately 10-15 minutes away
• Major retailers: Costco, Real Canadian Superstore, Canadian Tire, and Walmart within a short drive

Midtown is exceptionally well-connected for commuters:

• Highway Access: Located minutes from the Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2), providing a 20-25 minute commute to Calgary's north edge and 25-35 minutes to downtown Calgary
• 8 Street SW Corridor: The highest volume north-south arterial road in Airdrie, with average daily traffic of 18,752 trips (projected to reach 28,000 by 2028)
• Public Transit: Several bus routes serve the area, connecting to Airdrie Transit and the Intercity Express (ICE) system to Calgary
• Walkability: Midtown is designed with pedestrian-friendly streets, allowing residents to run daily errands without getting in the car

Midtown residents have access to several healthcare facilities:

• Airdrie Community Health Centre – Primary non-emergency healthcare within Airdrie
• Care First Medical – Quick access for family medicine
• Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary – Approximately 20-25 km south for comprehensive hospital services
• Medical clinics and pharmacies available throughout Airdrie, including in the Midtown Plaza area