The Cornerstone
909 5 Av SW,
Calgary, AB T2P 3G5
2-3 Beds | $1,800 - $2,550
Rental Market Trends in Calgary, AB
What is the average rent in Calgary, AB?
$1,617/month
Average Rent
566 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
-3.4%
Decrease in the Last Year
As of July 2026, the average rent in Calgary, AB was $1,617/month. When you rent an apartment in Calgary, you can expect to pay as little as $1,355 to as much as $2,325, depending on the location and size of the apartment.
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How much has average rent changed in Calgary, AB?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 3.4%, which averages out to $55 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Calgary, AB
Last Updated July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
33%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
49%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
17%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighbourhood
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What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Calgary?
Based on current rent prices, Suburban North, Suburban South and Chinook are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Calgary.
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What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Calgary?
Based on current rent prices, North Hill/Downtown/Beltline, Chinook and Suburban South are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Calgary.
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Which Calgary neighbourhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighbourhoods in Calgary with the most apartments available are North Hill/Downtown/Beltline, Suburban South and Chinook .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Calgary, AB?
Because the average rent in Calgary is $1,617, you’ll want to make about $5,390 per month or $64,680 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Calgary, AB compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Calgary, AB to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods. The Apartments.com neighbourhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
$1,397/month
$1,393/month
One Bedroom
$1,564/month
$1,682/month
Two Bedroom
$1,829/month
$2,168/month
Three Bedroom
$2,159/month
$3,273/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Calgary?
The average rent in Calgary is $1,617 per month, which is 5.8% lower than the national average of $1,717.
What is the average rent for a house in Calgary?
The average rent for a house in Calgary, AB is $2,289 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Calgary?
The average rent for a townhome in Calgary, AB is $1,815 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Calgary?
Rents in Calgary, AB are decreasing, with prices down 3.4% year-over-year and $55 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Calgary?
In Calgary, AB, 49% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.