Country Hills on a Saturday morning runs on cul-de-sac quiet and the faint sound of golf carts on the fairway. The Country Hills Golf Club cuts through the middle of the community, backing up to homes on two sides, and the streets loop around it in that particular way 1990s Calgary planners loved — dead ends, crescents, minimal through-traffic, mostly families who bought here when the airport corridor was still considered the edge of the city.

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Housing + prices

Country Hills is almost entirely single-family detached — 1990s and early-2000s two-storeys on standard suburban lots, mostly with attached double garages. Townhomes and condos exist but are sparse; if you want a house here, there's actual supply. That concentration of detached stock, combined with the community's age and north-NW location, keeps prices below the Calgary-wide detached benchmark.

| Type | 2026 typical range | Notes | |---|---|---| | Detached (entry) | $480K–$550K | Older 1990s builds, smaller lots, some updating needed | | Detached (mid/upgraded) | $550K–$640K | Larger floor plans, updated kitchens, golf-backing lots at the high end | | Townhome / row | limited supply | Scarce in this community; check neighbouring Coventry Hills for more options |

These are defensible community ranges, not exact benchmarks. Calgary-wide detached benchmark is $747,800 (CREB May 2026) — Country Hills runs notably below it.

Getting around

Country Hills is a car-first community. Deerfoot Trail is the key artery — accessible in a few minutes from the east side of the community — making it practical for anyone commuting north toward the airport employment corridor or heading downtown via the highway. Stoney Trail is reachable for ring-road access westward.

Bus service runs along Country Hills Boulevard and connects to the broader transit network, but there is no LRT station in or adjacent to the community. The planned Green Line LRT is intended to serve the north corridor; no in-community station is confirmed yet, so plan around a driving lifestyle for the foreseeable future. Downtown by car is roughly 25–35 minutes depending on direction and traffic.

Who it fits / who it doesn't

Fits:

  • First-time buyers who want a full detached house in the NW without crossing the $650K line
  • Families with airport-corridor or north-city jobs who want a short Deerfoot commute
  • Buyers who value low through-traffic, cul-de-sacs, and a golf-backing lot option at a reasonable premium

Doesn't fit:

  • Transit-dependent buyers — without a car, daily life here is difficult; Panorama Hills and Coventry Hills have more amenity density nearby
  • Buyers expecting downtown walkability or a coffee strip — try Beltline
  • Anyone wanting newer construction or townhome density — Hidden Valley is worth a look in this price corridor

FAQ

How much does a house in Country Hills cost in 2026?

Detached homes have been transacting in roughly the $480K–$640K range based on recent active and sold data, making Country Hills one of the more accessible detached options in the NW. The Calgary-wide detached benchmark sits at $747,800 (CREB May 2026), so Country Hills typically runs below that citywide figure. These are defensible community ranges, not exact benchmarks — verify against a current CMA before making offers.

How do you get around from Country Hills?

Country Hills is a driving community. Bus routes run along Country Hills Boulevard and connect to the broader CTrain network. There is no LRT station in the community itself; the planned Green Line LRT corridor is intended to serve the broader north corridor but no in-community station is confirmed yet. Deerfoot Trail is accessible in minutes to the east, and Stoney Trail is nearby for west and ring-road access.

What recreation and schools are near Country Hills?

Vivo for Healthier Generations (formerly Cardel Place) sits a short drive north in Panorama Hills and includes twin arenas, an aquatic complex, climbing wall, gymnasiums, and a fitness centre. Schools serving the area include CBE and Calgary Catholic options shared across the Northern Hills communities — Harvest Hills Catholic Elementary and Coventry Hills CBE Elementary are nearby. Confirm your exact address against current CBE and CCSD school-finder tools as catchments can shift.

Country Hills shares a community association with Coventry Hills and Panorama Hills — both are worth comparing if you want more amenity density at a similar price point. Want north NW listings as they hit the MLS? Get on the Calgary list and our team will send Country Hills stock the day it lists, or browse current Country Hills listings now.