Calgary Neighbourhood Profile

Downtown West End

Central Calgary 2,825 residents 2,974 properties
Avg Assessed Value
$305K
↓ Below city avg
YoY Value Change
+9.7%
↓ Below city avg
Properties
2,974
Permits Since 2024
44
Key Insights

What the data says

Affordable Entry Point

At $305K average assessment, Downtown West End offers entry well below the city average of $733K.

Value Trend

Property values grew 9.7% year-over-year, trailing the city average.

Higher Activity

96.6 disorder events per 1,000 residents, above the city average of 49.6.

Young & Urban

46.5% of residents are aged 20-39, giving Downtown West End a young, vibrant character.

Property Data

Property Values in Downtown West End

2023
$254,620
2024
$280,658
2025
$307,927
Year Avg Value Properties YoY Change
2023 $254,620 2,972
2024 $280,658 2,979 +10.2%
2025 $307,927 2,974 +9.7%

Property values in Downtown West End have increased 20.9% over the last 3 years, from an average of $254,620 in 2023 to $307,927 in 2025.

vs Calgary Average
Downtown West End $305K
City Average $733K
-58.4% below city average
Development

Building Activity in Downtown West End

2
New Construction
$4.6M invested
0
Renovations
$0 invested
1
Demolitions
$0 value
44
Total Permits
$10.4M total investment
Safety

Community Safety in Downtown West End

Disorder events in Downtown West End have decreased 13.6% from 2022 to 2024, showing improvement. The community records 96.6 events per 1,000 residents, above the city average of 49.6.

Year Events Change
2022 316
2023 361 +14.2%
2024 273 -24.4%

* 2025 disorder statistics have not yet been published by the City of Calgary.

Disorder Rate Comparison
Events per 1,000 residents
Downtown West End
96.6
City Average
49.6
Demographics

Who Lives in Downtown West End

10.3%
Ages 0–19
290 residents
46.5%
Ages 20–39
1,315 residents
28.1%
Ages 40–64
795 residents
14.7%
Ages 65+
415 residents
What this means: Downtown West End skews young and urban — ideal for young professionals and those seeking vibrant nightlife and walkability.
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Downtown West

The Downtown West represents the residents of Downtown West End. Community associations organize local events, advocate for neighbourhood improvements, and connect residents.

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