Living in Carrington, Calgary: Community Guide for Home Buyers

by George Brown

Quick answer: Carrington is a newer northwest Calgary community just north of Stoney Trail. Most homes are detached, with some duplexes and townhomes, and nearly everything was built in 2016 or later.

I'm George Brown, a Calgary REALTOR® with LPT Realty. Here's what buyers should know about Carrington.

What it's like to live in Carrington

Carrington sits north of Stoney Trail and east of 14 Street NW, across the street from Livingston. Construction began in 2015, and several developers are building here, including Mattamy Homes, Genstar and H3 Developments.

Day to day, it's a quiet, family-focused place. Greenway Park at the entrance has a skateboard area, play structures, a half basketball court and a soccer field. The community has almost 30 acres of parks and environmental reserve, about 19 acres of naturalized wetlands, and the Rotary/Mattamy Greenway along its east side.

Types of homes

Most homes are detached, many with front-drive garages. You'll also find semi-detached homes and townhomes, including some urban townhomes built with double attached garages and no condo fees. Almost every home was built from 2016 to 2021, according to the 2021 Census, so expect modern layouts and newer systems.

Getting around

Stoney Trail is right at the south edge, so it's quick to get east or west across the north end of the city. 14 Street NW is on the west side and Centre Street N is to the east.

There's no CTrain station today. Plans for the area include a future Green Line station near Centre Street, but there's no service date yet. For now, most people drive or take the bus. Check Calgary Transit's trip planner for current routes.

Who Carrington suits

Carrington suits families and move-up buyers who want a newer home and easy access to Stoney Trail. Townhomes and duplexes also make it a good option for first-time buyers who want a new-build feel in north Calgary.

Buying tips for Carrington

Check school designations. The CBE changed Carrington's designated schools for 2026-27, to Alex Munro School for K to Grade 6 and Sir John A. Macdonald School for Grades 7 to 9. Confirm the current designations before you buy.
Compare new and resale. Construction is still going in parts of the community. Weigh a resale home's finished extras against a new build's timeline and upgrades.
Review the title. Newer communities often have architectural guidelines or other registered documents. Have your lawyer review the land title before you firm up an offer.

See homes for sale in Carrington

My Carrington homes for sale page shows every current listing, updated daily from the MLS®, plus live numbers on how many homes are for sale and the median asking price.

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Thinking about buying or selling in Carrington?

I'm happy to walk you through the area, compare a few homes side by side, or tell you what your place could sell for. Call or text me at (403) 616-6309, or get a free home evaluation.