Living in Evanston, Calgary: Community Guide for Home Buyers

by George Brown

Quick answer: Evanston is a newer family community in northwest Calgary, developed by Qualico starting in 2007. It's mostly detached homes, with parks and pathways throughout and shopping at Evanston Towne Centre.

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

What it's like to live in Evanston

Evanston is near Calgary's north edge, in the Symons Valley area. It sits north of Stoney Trail, west of 14 Street NW and south of 144 Avenue NW, next to Sage Hill.

It's a suburban, family-focused community. Pathways, parks and playgrounds run through it, and Evanston Towne Centre covers everyday errands with a grocery store, restaurants and services.

Types of homes

Most homes are detached houses. You'll also find semi-detached homes, townhomes and some laned homes. Several builders worked here over many years, so finishes and floor plans vary.

Getting around

Stoney Trail runs along the south edge, which makes driving across the city easy. There's no CTrain station. Calgary Transit buses serve the community, including Route 124 Evanston.

Who Evanston suits

Evanston suits families who want a newer detached home with parks and pathways close by. It's also a good fit for commuters who drive and want quick access to Stoney Trail.

Buying tips for Evanston

Compare builders and ages. Compare finishes, lot sizes and what's been updated since construction.
Look at the lot. Some homes back onto parks, pathways or ravine views. Others sit near Stoney Trail or busier roads, so check for traffic noise.
Check the commute. If you ride transit, map your bus route to work before you buy.

See homes for sale in Evanston

My Evanston 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.

Browse current Evanston listings →

Thinking about buying or selling in Evanston?

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.