Is New Brighton a good place to live?
Yes, for most families and first time buyers. New Brighton has newer homes, two public schools in the community and its own residents' club with a splash park, rink and courts. It suits people who are fine driving, since most trips are by car or express bus.
Why people like it
- The New Brighton Club: splash park, hockey rink, tennis, basketball and beach volleyball courts, and fitness classes
- New Brighton School (K to 4) and Dr. Martha Cohen School (grades 5 to 9) are right in the community
- A 20 acre central park and a 12 acre pond
- Quick access to 52 Street SE, 130 Avenue SE shopping and Deerfoot Trail, with express buses downtown
Things to weigh
- No lake, so it's a different lifestyle than Mahogany or Auburn Bay
- Catholic schools and high school are in nearby communities
- Most errands and commutes mean driving
- The residents' club comes with an annual fee, so ask for the current amount
Where it is
New Brighton sits east of 52 Street SE and south of 130 Avenue SE, next to McKenzie Towne and Copperfield.
Homes
Front drive detached homes, laned homes, townhomes and multi family homes, mostly built from the mid 2000s to the 2010s.
Schools
New Brighton School (CBE, K to 4) and Dr. Martha Cohen School (CBE, grades 5 to 9) are in the community. Catholic schools are nearby.
Parks, shopping and amenities
The New Brighton Club has a splash park, hockey rink, tennis, basketball and beach volleyball courts, fitness classes and event space. Shopping is along 130 Avenue SE and in Seton.
Getting around
52 Street SE, 130 Avenue SE and Deerfoot Trail are close. Express buses run to downtown.
Who it suits
First time buyers wanting a townhome or starter detached home, and families who want recreation right in the neighbourhood.
School designations and transit routes change. Confirm your address with the Calgary Board of Education, Calgary Catholic School District and Calgary Transit.
Thinking about New Brighton?
I can send you new New Brighton 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.