The Cornerstone
909 5 Av SW,
Calgary, AB T2P 3G5
2-3 Beds | $1,800 - $2,550
Rental Market Trends in Calgary, AB
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Calgary, AB is $1,618/month.
$1,618/month
Average Rent
562 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.8%
Change / Year
3,600
Available Apartments
Calgary rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Calgary average $1,362 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Calgary average $1,618 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Calgary average $1,976 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Calgary average $2,336 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Calgary, AB?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.8%, which averages out to $29 less per month.
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Rent Ranges in Calgary, AB
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
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32%
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50%
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17%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighbourhood
What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Calgary?
Based on current rent prices, Applewood Park, Bankview and Sunalta are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Calgary.
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What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Calgary?
Based on current rent prices, Ramsay, Downtown East Village and Inglewood 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 Beltline .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Calgary, AB?
Because the average rent in Calgary is $1,618, you’ll want to make about $5,393 per month or $64,716 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Calgary?
The average rent in Calgary is $1,618 per month, which is 7.9% 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 $2,574 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Calgary?
The average rent for a townhome in Calgary, AB is $1,799 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Calgary?
Rents in Calgary, AB are decreasing, with prices down 1.8% year-over-year and $29 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Calgary?
In Calgary, AB, 50% 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.