Renting in Dalhousie, Calgary
Dalhousie is an established northwest community built around its CTrain station, with the University of Calgary, Market Mall and Northland Village all a short trip away. Its housing runs from 1970s and 80s single-family homes to a substantial stock of condos and townhouses near the station, which makes it a steady choice for students, university staff and families who want space without leaving the northwest.
- Dalhousie CTrain station
- Close to the University of Calgary
- Market Mall and Northland Village nearby
- Established schools and parks
- Mix of houses, townhouses and condos
- Getting around
- Dalhousie CTrain station connects directly to the University, downtown and points south. Bus routes serve Shaganappi Trail and Crowchild Trail.
- Walkability
- Shopping and services cluster around the station and Dalhousie Station retail, walkable for nearby residents; the wider community is more car-oriented.
- The vibe
- Established, quiet and practical. A northwest community that trades inner-city buzz for space, schools and a direct train downtown.
- Nearby
- Dalhousie CTrain station, University of Calgary, Market Mall, Northland Village, Nose Hill Park
Average rent in Calgary
As of September 2026, the average asking rent in Calgary is $2,683/month (median $1,875), based on 22 live rental listings on Rentably. A 1-bedroom averages $1,848/month and a 2-bedroom $2,094/month.
$2,683
Average
$1,875
Median
$1,300–$13,000
Range
By bedrooms
| Type | Avg | Median | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bed | $1,848 | $1,600 | 6 |
| 2-bed | $2,094 | $1,800 | 9 |
| 3-bed | $2,565 | $2,500 | 3 |
| 4-bed | $2,700 | $2,700 | 1 |
| 5-bed | $6,233 | $3,200 | 3 |
By neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | Avg | Median | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Heights | $1,495 | $1,495 | 2 |
| Chinatown | $3,450 | $3,450 | 2 |
| Redstone | $1,800 | $1,800 | 2 |
| Shaganappi | $2,245 | $2,245 | 2 |
Rent figures are computed from Rentably’s current available listings and refresh as new inventory is added.