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Calgary SE community guide

Cranston, Calgary

Short answer: Cranston is a large southeast community started in 1999, with Upper Cranston on the escarpment and Cranston Riverstone down in the Bow River valley. It has close to 21,000 residents and Seton's shops and hospital next door.

Where it is

Cranston is bounded by the Bow River to the east, Stoney Trail to the north and Seton Boulevard to the south. Mahogany and Seton are close by.

Homes

Detached homes, townhomes, apartment condos and multi family homes, with building still going on in newer phases. There's a wide range of prices and sizes.

Schools

Cranston School (CBE, K to 4), Dr. George Stanley School (CBE, grades 5 to 9), Christ the King (Calgary Catholic, K to 9) and Our Lady of the Rosary (Calgary Catholic, K to 6).

Parks, shopping and amenities

Century Hall, the residents' centre, has a splash pad, playground, toboggan hill, rink, tennis and basketball courts. Pathways run along the Bow River. Seton adds restaurants, a YMCA, library and the South Health Campus.

Getting around

Deerfoot Trail and Stoney Trail are close, and downtown is about 20 to 25 minutes in normal traffic. Buses connect to the CTrain.

Who it suits

First time buyers wanting a townhome or condo, families who want schools and river pathways, and move up buyers who want valley views.

School designations and transit routes change. Confirm your address with the Calgary Board of Education, Calgary Catholic School District and Calgary Transit.

Thinking about Cranston?

I can send you new Cranston listings as they come up, or tell you what your home here could sell for. For the mortgage side, my team at Lacroix Mortgage Group can get you pre approved.

Cranston questions

Is Cranston a good place to live in Calgary?

Many people love Cranston for the river valley, Century Hall and being next to Seton.

What types of homes are in Cranston?

Detached homes, townhomes, apartment condos and multi family homes built since 1999.

Is Cranston good for families?

Yes. It has several schools, a splash pad, playgrounds and river trails.

Let's talk about your next move

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