Launched by Brookfield Residential in 1999, the Cranston market has seen significant real estate growth in recent years. What started off as a small community has grown into home to more than 10,000 residents. Development has continued recently with the latest phase starting in 2010. Ideally located due to its close proximity to the Bow River and Fish Creek Park, Cranston has always been popular since its initial launch.

If you are looking for Cranston homes for sale you’re likely to come across just about every type of home there is to buy. Cranston has everything from apartments and condominiums to grand, expansive homes that easily fetch over a million dollars. This wide range of houses has led to a community that includes a wide cross section of residents. The rental market in Cranston is surprisingly low, with only just over 2% of homes in the area being available for rent.

One of Cranston’s biggest selling points for home buyers is its fantastic outdoor recreational amenities. Not least amongst them is the wonderful Fish Creek Provincial Park offering a spectacular day out for all the family. Fish Creek Provincial Park offers a number of different recreational activities from hiking and biking tracks and trails to fishing. If you want a relaxing moment, pack up the family picnic basket and head out for the afternoon. There is something for everyone at the park. When shopping is on the agenda there are new shopping centres being developed close by and some of Calgary’s most prominent shopping hotspots are just a short trip away.

The Cranston Residents Association provides a variety of programs and activities for members. With easy access to some of the city’s major transportation routes and so many amenities nearby, it’s easy to see why people choose to buy their next home in Cranston.

If you’re a parent buying a home in Cranston, you’ll be pleased to know that neighbourhood has a number of schooling options to choose from including Cranston Elementary School and Christ the King School, which are in the area. Many other schools are in neighbouring communities and are very popular amongst residents.

• • • Cranston Public Schools: Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
    • Cranston Separate Schools: Catholic Separate School Board
    • Cranston French Immersion Schools: Calgary Board of Education (CBE)

If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s critical that you find out what to expect cost-wise before jumping in and making an offer. To assist you, we’re happy to share with you the following calculators, designed to make the research process easier.