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Varsity is an established northwest Calgary community next to the University of Calgary, first developed in the 1960s. It has a mix of detached homes, townhomes and condos, with Market Mall, the Bow River and the Brentwood CTrain station close at hand. Browse current listings below, updated daily from the MLS®.
Crowchild Trail runs along the north and east sides, 32 Avenue NW along the south, and Sarcee Trail and the Bow River along the west.
See it on the map →About two-thirds of homes were built from 1961 to 1980, per the 2021 Census. Single-detached homes make up about 45%, with apartments at about 39% and row townhomes at about 12%.
The community association has tennis courts, an outdoor rink and sports fields, and bike paths lead to Nose Hill and the Bow River valley.
Brentwood station is also the west end of MAX Orange (Route 303), which runs east to Saddletowne. Routes 90 and 104 serve the University of Calgary.
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Asking prices of homes listed for sale today, over $50,000. Updates every time the page loads. See every Varsity listing →
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Buying in Varsity: what to check
Most homes in Varsity were built between 1961 and 1980. Ask about the roof, windows, furnace, electrical and any past renovations, and budget for work that may be coming.
Varsity has many condos. Review the reserve fund study, board minutes and fee history, and confirm the rules on rentals and pets.
Varsity is large. Homes near Market Mall, Crowchild Trail or the university can be busier, while streets closer to the river are quieter. Visit at different times of day.
Who Varsity suits
Varsity suits families who want an established community with schools and shopping nearby, and buyers who work or study at the university. Condos and townhomes also make it a fit for first-time buyers and downsizers.
Read my full Varsity community guide →Varsity area facts
- Population
- 12,040 (2021 Census)
- City ward
- Ward 1
- Established
- 1963 (developed through the 1960s and early 1970s)
- Community association
- Varsity Community Association
- Schools in the community
- F. E. Osborne School, Marion Carson School, Varsity Acres School, St. Vincent de Paul School
- Good to know
- Market Mall, one of Calgary's major regional indoor malls, is located in Varsity
Sources: calgary.ca · en.wikipedia.org · calgarycommunities.com
Development updates, local events and what's happening in Varsity, from local news outlets.
See the latest Varsity news →My take on the streets, schools, commute and what homes cost to own here.
Read my Varsity guide →Varsity FAQ
Where is Varsity in Calgary?
Varsity is in northwest Calgary. Crowchild Trail runs along its north and east sides, the Bow River is to the west, and 32 Avenue NW is to the south, next to the University of Calgary.
What types of homes are for sale in Varsity?
About half the homes are detached houses, many from the 1960s and 1970s. The rest are mostly apartment-style condos and townhomes.
Is there a CTrain station in Varsity?
Brentwood CTrain station on the Red Line sits in the middle of Crowchild Trail, with Varsity on its south side.
Is there shopping in Varsity?
Yes. Market Mall, one of Calgary's major indoor malls, is in Varsity.
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