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Rental Market Trends in Calgary, AB

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Calgary, AB is $1,615/month.

$1,615/month

Average Rent

564 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.7%

Change / Year

3,584

Available Apartments

Calgary rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Calgary average $1,365 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Calgary average $1,615 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Calgary average $1,976 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Calgary average $2,333 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,365/month
398 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,615/month
564 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,976/month
824 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,333/month
983 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,435/month
278 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,601/month
751 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,502/month
1,041 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,779/month
1,143 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,182/month
816 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,586/month
384 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,775/month
544 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,350/month
666 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Calgary, AB?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.7%, which averages out to $27 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Calgary, AB

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Calgary, AB
Percentage*
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

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Calgary?

Based on current rent prices, Applewood Park, Bankview and Braeside are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Calgary.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Applewood Park
$1,233/month
602 Sq Ft
Bankview
$1,469/month
569 Sq Ft
Braeside
$1,510/month
620 Sq Ft
Carrington
$1,525/month
553 Sq Ft
Livingston
$1,534/month
531 Sq Ft
Upper Mount Royal
$1,542/month
552 Sq Ft
Richmond
$1,547/month
602 Sq Ft
Kingsland
$1,571/month
692 Sq Ft
Rangeview
$1,574/month
561 Sq Ft
Hillhurst
$1,579/month
535 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Calgary?

Based on current rent prices, University Of Calgary, University Heights and Lincoln Park are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Calgary.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
University Of Calgary
$2,304/month
636 Sq Ft
University Heights
$2,252/month
696 Sq Ft
Lincoln Park
$2,239/month
780 Sq Ft
Banff Trail
$2,178/month
569 Sq Ft
Glamorgan
$2,178/month
708 Sq Ft
Brentwood
$2,157/month
600 Sq Ft
Thorncliffe
$2,128/month
599 Sq Ft
Varsity
$2,125/month
586 Sq Ft
Lakeview
$2,106/month
762 Sq Ft
Spruce Cliff
$2,062/month
721 Sq Ft

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 Beltline .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
North Hill/Downtown/Beltline
$1,805/month
597 Sq Ft
Suburban South
$1,715/month
614 Sq Ft
Beltline
$1,914/month
611 Sq Ft
Suburban North
$1,805/month
624 Sq Ft
Chinook
$1,755/month
626 Sq Ft
Mission
$1,891/month
617 Sq Ft
Downtown Commercial Core
$1,944/month
608 Sq Ft
Cliff Bungalow
$1,886/month
614 Sq Ft
Bridgeland/Riverside
$1,877/month
578 Sq Ft
Lower Mount Royal
$1,742/month
583 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Calgary, AB?

Because the average rent in Calgary is $1,615, you’ll want to make about $5,383 per month or $64,596 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.

City

Calgary, AB

3,584 Available Apartments for Rent

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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.

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Apartment Averages

Applewood Park

Calgary, AB

University Of Calgary

Calgary, AB

Studio
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One Bedroom
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Two Bedroom
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Three Bedroom
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Calgary?

The average rent in Calgary is $1,615 per month, which is 8.0% lower than the national average of $1,756.

What is the average rent for a house in Calgary?

The average rent for a house in Calgary, AB is $2,502 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Calgary?

The average rent for a townhome in Calgary, AB is $1,775 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Calgary?

Rents in Calgary, AB are decreasing, with prices down 1.7% year-over-year and $27 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.

Canada Alberta Calgary Rental Trends

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.

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