Montgomery Calgary Real Estate
Montgomery has been recognized for its community engagement and vibrant events, including hosting popular festivals like the Chalk the Block Competition & Festival. The community has a strong focus on local involvement and maintaining its unique character​. Montgomery homes for sale display a mix of older, owner-built homes alongside new infill developments. The community offers diverse architectural styles, from mid-century homes to modern infills, providing scenic views of the Bow River and easy access to outdoor spaces and recreational facilities​. The community is cherished for its strong community spirit, beautiful parks, and scenic river views. The picturesque Bow River, Shouldice Park and Edworthy Park add to Montgomery's vivid natural beauty. Residents enjoy proximity to the Bow River, local shops, restaurants, and recreational facilities. Browse Montgomery real estate and get in touch with The Group at RE/MAX First for top-notch Calgary real estate services.
Montgomery is a historic community in NorthWest Calgary offering a unique blend of urban and suburban living. Montgomery is a family-friendly community with oodles of small-town charm and a warm and safe atmosphere. A vibrant shopping community and active community association round out Montgomery's many appealing features.
Montgomery real estate displays a variety of housing styles, from charming single family homes to modern apartments, providing diverse living options. Looking to buy in Montgomery? Contact The Group at RE/MAX First for all your Montgomery real estate needs. Our professional agents are here to assist you in finding the perfect home.
Montgomery Real Estate
Montgomery is a family-friendly, inner-city NW Calgary neighbourhood.
Montgomery is a residential community located in North West Calgary, bordered on the East by Shaganappi Trail and on the North by 32nd Avenue and Market Mall. The family-friendly, inner-city neighbourhood is located just minutes away from downtown Calgary on the banks of the tranquil Bow River. The community of Bowness lies just across the river to the West of Montgomery. The neighbourhood is distinguished by expansive outdoor spaces, cycling paths, kids’ playgrounds and picnic areas.
Shouldice Park, a notable landmark in Montgomery, is a whopping 28 hectares of outdoor space that includes picnic grounds, soccer fields, and batting cages-all located within easy access to Bow River. Another beautiful outdoor space in Montgomery is the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground, a 15000 square feet of play space designed so that children of all abilities can play together in harmony. This hidden gem is yet another aspect that makes Montgomery the warm and family-friendly community that it is.
Montgomery is also an excellent neighbourhood for canine lovers with numerous veterinary services, dog parks, spas and daycare facilities. Montgomery is well connected with excellent neighbours: Market Mall on the North West, the new Alberta Children's Hospital on the East and the soon-to-be-developed University of Calgary's West Campus.
The community is well served with schools for all grades, including Terrace Road Elementary School (Public) and the "Foundations for the Future" charter academy, which serves grades 9-12. The active community association of Montgomery regularly holds events, including annual events that provide fun and entertainment for kids and adults alike. A favourite community event is 'Light Up Montgomery', an annual holiday event that takes place during the last weekend of November with fire pits, hot chocolate, apple cider and Instagram-worthy light installations. Other programs and events held by the community association include a self-guided historical walking tour and the annual 'Humpty's Awards.'
Eating out in Montgomery is characterized by diverse offerings with Aksa Wiener Schnitzel Haus, Five Spice Kitchen, Papa Nikolas Pizza and Abbey's Creations, some of the must-visit restaurants in the neighbourhood. If you are looking for a fancier meal in the suburbs with downtown energy, the award-winning open kitchen restaurant NOtable is a great option with an excellent vegetarian and vegan-friendly menu.
Montgomery REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood
Take a tour of Montgomery with this video walkthrough of the neighbourhood. Learn about the community before you start looking at homes and make notes of what's important to you.
Montgomery, Calgary Homes
Montgomery is a residential neighbourhood in North West Calgary, bisecting the Tran-Canada Highway. Established in 1911, Montgomery was an autonomous village until being amalgamated by the City of Calgary in 1963, along with Bowness. Situated in a bow shaped portion of the Bow River, Montgomery is a community with a small town atmosphere, with fresh air and green vegetation.
Montgomery Real Estate Listings
Community Established 1911
Similiar neighbouring community of Bowness.
Several of the homes in Calgary's Montgomery are located on the south slope of the River Valley escarpment. These homes enjoy nice Bow River Valley views and are also very close to the Shouldice Athletic Park and the Bowmont Natural Environment Park, with its web of bike trails and natural greenery. The lands varied topography is formed primarily from a variety of slopes and landforms. A wide range of different housing developments has formed as a result.
As of 2006, Montgomery was mostly made up of residential attached and detached single-family homes (bungalow, two storey), which makes up 71.8% of the market, with the remaining 28.2% being apartments and condominiums. 37.9% of homes were being used for rental purposes.
The Group at RE/MAX First is dedicated to providing top-tier service for Montgomery real estate. Our team has extensive knowledge of this dynamic community and can help you navigate the housing market with ease. Whether you're interested in a charming older home or a modern new build, we offer expert advice and personalized service. Experience the best of Montgomery with the help of our skilled real estate agents.
Do you think Montgomery could be the perfect home for you? Talk to community experts for information and assistance in making this warm and picturesque community your future home. Give us a call today at (403) 255 9555.
Contact UsAmenities in Montgomery — Live, Work, & Play
Shopping —
Montgomery has a small but vibrant shopping community with just over 115 local businesses, including spa, salon and pet care services, thrift stores, florists and automotive repair shops. The neighbourhood also has easily accessible grocery stores and convenience shops such as Safeway, Mary's Corner Store, Save on Foods and Sexsmith Grocery. In addition, Montgomery's Farmers Market connects residents to local food producers and opens every Saturday from May through October. Just North of Montgomery, residents have access to Market Mall, one of the biggest malls in the city of Calgary. The underdevelopment Bow River Shopping Center located in the nearby neighbourhood of Bowness will provide another excellent shopping destination for Montgomery once completed.
Parks —
Shouldice Park is one of the most prominent parks in Montgomery and offers 28 hectares of active space with picnic sites, batting cages and access to Bow River. The park also houses a massive athletic park with fields for playing soccer, football, softball and baseball.
The Shouldice Aquatic Center and Shouldice Arena are other areas of interest within the park. Another beautiful park located close to Montgomery is Edworthy Park which offers beautiful hiking trails, biking and walking paths, a riverfront and play structures.
For residents in need of a quiet lounge, the hilltop benches in Monyalban Park and Home Road Park provide beautiful vistas of the valley and Bow River. Montgomery also sits just at the beginning of Bowmont Natural Environment Park, which, coupled with being part of the Bow River Pathway System, makes Montgomery ideal for outdoor lovers. The 192-hectare urban park, Bowmont, includes grasslands, gullies, valleys, a waterfall with a lookout, hiking, walking, cycling trails and access to the river for swimming and fishing.
Montgomery is home to the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground Project, an accessible playground space of 15,000 square feet for children of all abilities to play together. Dog owners can take advantage of the dedicated off-leash dog park: Shouldice Off-Leash Dog Park. For mountain bikers who want to practice safely, the Montgomery Bike Park provides an excellent option.
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Montgomery ?
Avenue Magazine Rankings
Montgomery ranked 21st on Avenue Magazine's 2020 rankings of best neighbourhoods.
Interesting Facts about Montgomery
Schools In or Near Montgomery
Families looking to make Montgomery home will be pleased to note that there are public, French and separate elementary, junior high and high schools in the neighbourhood. Terrace Road Elementary is a public school located in Montgomery and Foundations for the Future Charter School takes place at the Montgomery Junior High School. Bowness High School serves Grades 10-12 in Montgomery.
Demographics
The small community of Montgomery has a population of 4,873 residents, with 56% being married couples and 33% being families with kids. The median age of residents is 37.8. The median household income before taxes in Montgomery is $77, 561.
Housing
The warm inner-city community of Montgomery in North West Calgary offers plenty of affordable housing options. The community is on the upswing and will get an extra boost once the University district is developed. Homebuyers have plenty of options to choose from-starting with single-family homes to condominium units and even townhomes. As a neighbourhood with a long history, some homes in Montgomery are older. But there are plenty of modern constructions for people looking for more 21st century designs.
Many older homes in Montgomery have been revamped with tasteful modern designs, well-kept yards and majestic maple trees. The newer homes in Montgomery, on the other hand, combine luxuries like massive master bedrooms, in-suite spa bathrooms, open floor plans and expansive kitchen space. The best homes in Montgomery are located next to the community green spaces and present stunning views of the Bow River.
We have a special interest in North West Calgary communities and can help you with the information and connections needed to make an informed decision. Give us a call today at (403) 255 9555.
Contact UsFAQs about Montgomery Real Estate and Neighborhood
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Where do I get groceries?
Montgomery residents have access to many conveniently located grocery stores such as Safeway, Mary's Corner Store, Save on Foods and Sexsmith Grocery.
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How do I get around?
Montgomery is well served by many bus routes. This includes an express route to the downtown area. The commuter corridors of Memorial Drive-Bowness Road and 16 Ave N.W. Trans Canada Highway passes through Montgomery and makes it easy to get out to Canada Olympic Park and the mountains. Downtown Calgary is located just minutes away from Montgomery. The self-sufficient community of Montgomery also offers several walkable paths.
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What amenities are there nearby?
Montgomery is a family-friendly community with a community garden, soccer field, parks and paths like Shouldice Park and Montalban Park, gyms, convenience stores and restaurants within easy access. Montgomery also offers facilities for senior residents with dedicated senior lodging. The neighbourhood is home to a motel village, numerous hotels and main street boutiques. Outdoor enthusiasts can take full advantage of rental options for mountain bikes, paddleboards, camping gear, rollerblades and rafts for a day on Bow River.
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What's the closest hospital?
Montgomery residents have access to a variety of medical facilities. The Pinnacle Medical Center in Montgomery offers family physician services. The community also has easy access to Foothills and Alberta Children's Hospital. Bow View Manor is a nursing home in Montgomery that offers private, long-term care facilities for seniors. There are also private medical practitioners, family physicians and dentists serving the community.