Home › Communities › Forest Lawn
East Calgary · Historic former town
Forest Lawn homes for sale
Forest Lawn is a former town in east Calgary, annexed by the City in 1961. 17 Avenue SE runs through the middle as International Avenue, known for its shops and restaurants, and MAX Purple connects it to downtown. Homes range from older bungalows to duplexes, townhomes and low-rise condos. Browse current listings below, updated daily from the MLS®.
It's about 6 km east of downtown. 17 Avenue SE cuts through the middle, and Dover is to the south across 26 Avenue SE.
See it on the map →About 28% of homes are duplex units, 25% detached, 23% low-rise apartments and 19% row houses. Most were built before 1981, and about 30% date to 1960 or earlier.
Bob Bahan, at 4812 14 Avenue SE, has a 25-metre lane pool, dive tank, steam room and weight room. The community association hall is on 26 Avenue SE.
MAX Purple has its own transitway along 17 Avenue SE from 28 Street SE. Bus Route 155 also links Forest Lawn to Franklin CTrain station on the Blue Line.
Check the drive to downtown →Tap a card for more detail.
Asking prices of homes listed for sale today, over $50,000. Updates every time the page loads. See every Forest Lawn listing →
Get to know Forest Lawn
Tap a topic to switch sections.
Buying in Forest Lawn: what to check
About 80% of homes here were built before 1981. Get a full inspection and ask about the roof, furnace, foundation, electrical and any past updates.
Many homes are units in duplexes, row houses or small apartment buildings. Confirm whether the unit has its own title or is a condo, and review any condo documents.
Homes near 17 Avenue SE are close to shops and MAX Purple but can be busier. Visit at different times of day.
Who Forest Lawn suits
Forest Lawn suits first-time buyers and investors who want an inner-east location with transit to downtown. It also fits people who enjoy being close to the shops and restaurants of International Avenue.
Read my full Forest Lawn community guide →Forest Lawn area facts
- Population
- 7,230 (2021 Census)
- City ward
- Ward 9
- Established
- Settled about 1910; former Town of Forest Lawn, annexed by Calgary in 1961
- Community association
- Forest Lawn Community Association
- Schools in the community
- Forest Lawn High School, Patrick Airlie School, Holy Trinity School
- Good to know
- 17 Avenue SE through the community is known as International Avenue; its business revitalization zone was established in 1993
Sources: calgary.ca · en.wikipedia.org · calgarycommunities.com
Development updates, local events and what's happening in Forest Lawn, from local news outlets.
See the latest Forest Lawn news →My take on the streets, schools, commute and what homes cost to own here.
Read my Forest Lawn guide →Forest Lawn FAQ
Where is Forest Lawn in Calgary?
Forest Lawn is in east Calgary, about 6 km east of downtown. It runs from 36 Street SE to 52 Street SE, between 8 Avenue SE and 26 Avenue SE.
What types of homes are for sale in Forest Lawn?
You'll find duplex units, detached homes, low-rise condos, townhomes and some semi-detached homes. Most were built before 1981.
What is International Avenue?
International Avenue is the name for 17 Avenue SE through east Calgary. Its business revitalization zone was set up in 1993, and the street is known for shops, markets and restaurants from many cultures.
Was Forest Lawn once a separate town?
Yes. Forest Lawn became a village in 1934, later grew into a town, and was annexed by Calgary on December 30, 1961.
Get a free, no-pressure estimate of what your home could sell for, prepared by me, not an algorithm.
