Is Northeast Calgary a good place to raise a family?

CBE Area III covers 23 NE communities with 27 elementary schools, 8 junior highs, and 3 senior high schools, plus Calgary Catholic School District options throughout. Two new schools are approved and funded for 2025 — a high school in Cornerstone and a K–4 elementary in Redstone. The Genesis Centre is a 225,000 sq ft community facility with field houses, YMCA, gymnasium, and library. The new Northeast Athletic Complex adds Calgary's first dedicated cricket field and four artificial turf fields. Prairie Winds Park, Coral Springs lake access, and the Nose Creek pathway system handle the outdoor side.

What are home prices like in Northeast Calgary?

NE Calgary is the most affordable quadrant in the city. Entry-level condos and townhouses start in the low $300,000s. Detached homes in established communities range from $450,000 to $600,000. New detached construction in outer communities like Livingston, Redstone, and Cornerstone ranges from approximately $550,000 to $750,000 — the most accessible new construction price point of any Calgary quadrant.

How does the commute work from Northeast Calgary?

The C-Train Blue Line runs through the quadrant with stations at Saddle Ridge, Martindale, Whitehorn, Rundle, and Marlborough — downtown in 20 to 35 minutes. Deerfoot Trail connects directly to downtown in 10 to 25 minutes by car. The Calgary International Airport is 10 to 20 minutes from most NE neighbourhoods — the closest of any Calgary quadrant. Airdrie and CrossIron Mills are 15 to 25 minutes north.

What neighbourhoods should I look at in NE Calgary?

For downtown and C-Train access, Bridgeland, Renfrew, and Marlborough are closest to the core — Bridgeland in particular has undergone significant revitalization. For established family communities with mature lots, Temple, Coral Springs, and Pineridge are consistent performers. Coral Springs has private lake access. For newest builds at the most competitive Calgary prices, Livingston, Redstone, Cornerstone, and Cityscape are the active growth communities.

What is International Avenue and why does it matter?

International Avenue — 17th Avenue SE — is the cultural and culinary spine of NE Calgary, lined with restaurants, grocers, and shops representing dozens of cultures including Filipino, Vietnamese, Ethiopian, Indian, Somali, and Caribbean. It hosts Calgary's Global Fest fireworks festival and year-round community programming. For buyers who value authentic neighbourhood character and cultural diversity, it is the quadrant's most distinctive asset.

How does NE Calgary compare to buying in NW Calgary or a surrounding town?

NW Calgary offers stronger high school brand recognition, Nose Hill Park, and mountain views at a meaningfully higher price — and the airport is 25 to 35 minutes away. NE Calgary offers the most affordable detached homes in the city, the closest airport access, the C-Train Blue Line, the Genesis Centre, and new school infrastructure actively under construction. Surrounding towns like Airdrie offer lower prices and larger lots but trade the transit network, airport proximity, and cultural diversity for the commute.

Why should I use Marc Miller to buy or sell in Northeast Calgary?

NE Calgary has 35-plus neighbourhoods that each move differently — from inner-city Bridgeland where walkability drives value to rapid-growth outer communities where new construction pricing and builder incentives require different navigation. The rental market is one of the strongest in Calgary and the investor buyer pool is active. Marc Miller brings direct familiarity across the full NE Calgary price spectrum, a construction background that identifies what others miss, and a straight-talk approach that means buyers and sellers always know exactly where they stand.

176 Howse Crescent NE in Calgary: Livingston Detached for sale : MLS®# A2351608

Why settle for a new build when you can have more, already done in this almost new and very well maintained home? Save yourself the time, expense, and hassle of finishing the exterior with almost $20,000 in completed landscaping, concrete work, walkout deck, a fully fenced backyard, and beautifully developed outdoor spaces. Enjoy the benefits of an established outdoor setup without the additional costs and waiting that often come with a brand-new home. Welcome to this stunning custom-built floor plan in the highly sought-after community of Livingston! Situated on a rare walkout pie-shaped lot with unobstructed eastern views and NO NEIGHBOURS BEHIND, this exceptional home offers over 2,300 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space, premium upgrades, and features that are increasingly hard to find in today’s new construction floor plans. The bright, open-concept interior features 9-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a chef-inspired kitchen with quartz countertops, ceiling-height cabinetry, a 5-burner gas cooktop, walk-through pantry, and a massive central island with a built-in beverage fridge and eating bar. The main floor also offers a versatile office or fourth bedroom, an expansive family room filled with natural light, a functional mudroom, and a 2-piece bathroom with plumbing already in place for future shower and bathroom expansion. An elegant open-to-below staircase with upgraded spindle railings leads to an upper level designed with space and functionality in mind. This home offers three generously sized upstairs bedrooms, giving your family the room it needs for comfortable living. The upper level also features a spacious bonus room, a dedicated office or den, and a convenient laundry room. Enjoy spectacular sunrises from the covered upper deck, a private lower patio, and an unobstructed view with exceptional privacy. Additional highlights include six solar panels, smart home technology, tankless hot water, whole-home fire suppression sprinklers, EV charging rough-in, and an unspoiled walkout basement ready for future development. Conveniently located near parks, ponds, pathways, schools, shopping, and major roadways. Don't just compare it to new construction—come experience the space, upgrades, and incredible views for yourself! Photos simply won't do it justice. Book your private showing today!

General Info:

Property Type:: Residential

Property Sub Type:: Detached

Condo Type:: Not a Condo

Transaction Type:: For Sale

Possession:: Signup

Possession Date:: Signup

Suite:: No

Num Legal Suites:: 0

Num Illegal Suites:: 0

Home Style:: 2 Storey

Total Living Area:: 2,334 sq. ft.217 m2

Main Level Finished Area:: 1,004.12 sq. ft.93.3 m2

Upper Level Finished Area:: 1,330.13 sq. ft.124 m2

Lower Level Finished Area:: Signup

Above Grade Finished Area:: Signup

Below Grade Finished Area:: 879.88 sq. ft.81.7 m2

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HOA Fee Frequency:: Annually

HOA Fee Includes:: Signup

Acreage:: No

Lot Area:: 3,831 sq. ft.356 m2

Lot Frontage:: 25'1¼"7.65 m

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Acres Irrigated:: Signup

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Acres Not Cultivated:: Signup

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Acres Water Rights:: Signup

Front Exposure:: West

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Levels:: Two

Total Rooms Above Grade:: 10

Year built:: 2020 (Age: 6)

Bedrooms:: 4 (Above Grd: 4)

Bedrooms Above Grade:: 4

Bedrooms On Main:: 1

Bedrooms Below Grade:: 0

Bathrooms:: 3.0 (Full:2, Half:1)

Num Ensuite Baths:: 1

Plan:: 1811881

Additional Info:

Heating:: Central, High Efficiency, Forced Air, Humidity Control, Natural Gas, See Remarks

Basement:: Full, Unfinished, Separate/Exterior Entry, Walk Out

Foundation:: Poured Concrete

New Constr.:: No

Construction Material:: Concrete, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame

Structure Type:: House

Roof:: Asphalt Shingle

Ensuite:: Yes

Flooring:: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile, Vinyl Plank

Cooling:: None

Fireplaces:: 0

Garage:: Yes

Garage Spaces:: 2

Parking:: Double Garage Attached

Parking Places:: 4

Parking Total/Covered:: 4 / -

Laundry Features:: Upper Level

HOA Fee:: $477.75

City Quadrant:

Northeast

Community:

Livingston

Amenities:

None

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Stove, Garage Control(s), Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Window Coverings

Inclusions:

N/A

Restrictions:

None Known

Room Information:

Floor
Type
Size
Other

Main Floor

Foyer

7'1" × 4'2"

Main Floor

Bedroom

10'3" × 9'5"

Main Floor

Kitchen

14'9" × 13'10"

Main Floor

Living Room

14'3" × 12'10"

Main Floor

Dining Room

10'2" × 10'

Upper Level

Bedroom - Primary

14'5" × 12'4"

Upper Level

Walk-In Closet

9' × 5'5"

Upper Level

Bonus Room

12'1" × 11'6"

Upper Level

Office

6'9" × 4'9"

Upper Level

Bedroom

17'5" × 9'

Upper Level

Bedroom

16'9" × 9'1"

Bathrooms:

Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other

Main Floor

4'11" x 7'7"

Upper Level

Yes

13'10" x 11'4"

Upper Level

4'11" x 11'5"

Land Info:

Title to Land:: Fee Simple

Community Features:: Clubhouse, Park, Playground, Pond, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walking/Bike Paths

Interior Features:: Breakfast Bar, Chandelier, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, No Animal Home, No Smoking Home, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Quartz Counters, See Remarks, Separate Entrance, Soaking Tub, Storage, Vinyl Windows, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features:: Garden, Lighting, Playground, Private Entrance, Private Yard

Patio And Porch Features:: Deck, Patio, See Remarks

Lot Features:: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Interior Lot, Landscaped, Lawn, Level, No Neighbours Behind, Pie Shaped Lot, See Remarks, Street Lighting, Views