Best Neighbourhoods in High River (2026) | Compare Areas, Prices & Property Taxes

🏘️  MONTROSE (CENTRAL SOUTH)

• Housing types: Newer detached homes, some duplexes
• Walkability: Medium—great internal pathways/ponds, but errands are usually a drive
• Best for: Families who want newer builds and a planned-community feel
• Home ages: Mostly 2006–2026 (many 2010s–2020s builds, and newer construction in recent years)
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Spitzee or Joe Clark School: ~6–12 min drive / ~25–55 min walk
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~5–10 min drive
  3. Calgary Co-op (Montrose): ~3–8 min drive
  4. Neighbourhood pathways/ponds: 5–10 min walk
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Pond system + pathways; strong family presence
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $515,000–$700,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,925–$5,335 annually

🏘️  HAMPTON HILLS (NORTH EAST)

• Housing types: Mostly detached homes; practical family layouts
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Established but not aging family neighbourhood
• Home ages: Largely 2001–2015 (and newer construction in recent years)
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Joe Clark School: ~5–10 min drive / ~25–50 min walk
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~6–12 min drive
  3. Sobeys / No Frills: ~6–12 min drive
  4. Local parks: 5–15 min walk
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Quiet streets, strong resale consistency
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $490,000–$665,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,735–$5,070 annually

🏘️  EMERSON LAKE ESTATES (SOUTH EAST)

• Housing types: Detached homes, some lake-adjacent
• Walkability: High for recreation (lake pathways)
• Best for: Buyers prioritizing daily outdoor lifestyle
• Home ages: Mostly 1970–1999, with many updated interiors
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Spitzee / Senator Riley: ~3–8 min drive / ~15–40 min walk
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~5–10 min drive
  3. Sobeys: ~4–10 min drive
  4. Emerson Lake pathway loop: 5–10 min walk
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Mature trees + lake lifestyle
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $500,000–$890,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,810–$6,785 annually

🏘️  MCLAUGHLIN MEADOWS (SOUTH WEST)

• Housing types: Larger detached homes
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Families wanting space and quieter streets
• Home ages: Commonly 1977–2005
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Joe Clark: ~4–9 min drive
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~4–9 min drive
  3. Sobeys / No Frills: ~5–10 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Calm, residential feel
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $540,000–$730,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$4,115–$5,565 annually

🏘️  SUNSHINE MEADOWS (SOUTH EAST)

• Housing types: Detached homes plus condo/townhome options
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Value + variety
• Home ages: Mostly 1988–2010
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Joe Clark: ~3–8 min drive
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~4–9 min drive
  3. Sobeys: ~5–10 min drive
  4. Sunshine Lake / nearby parks: 5–15 min walk
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Practical family area
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $455,000–$620,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,470–$4,725 annually

🏘️  NORTH CENTRAL (CENTRAL)

• Housing types: Established detached homes
• Walkability: Medium to high depending on pocket
• Best for: Buyers seeking affordability + proximity to core services
• Home ages: Often 1960–1985
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Spitzee School: ~3–7 min drive
  2. George Lane Memorial Park: ~4–10 min drive
  3. Sobeys: ~5–10 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Close-to-everything feel without being downtown
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $255,000–$380,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$1,945–$2,900 annually

🏘️  LINEHAM ACRES & GOLF COURSE (NORTH WEST) — includes Polo Park

• Housing types: Detached homes, some golf-adjacent properties, bungalow/villa styles
• Walkability: Medium (excellent for golf-course walks)
• Best for: Mature lots and quieter NW lifestyle
• Home ages: Mostly 1990–2006
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~5–10 min drive
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~6–12 min drive
  3. Golf course access: 5–10 min walk
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Pride of ownership, lifestyle-driven
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $445,000–$670,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,390–$5,105 annually

Polo Park Note: Polo Park is located within the NW golf course/Lineham Acres area and is known locally for adult-lifestyle bungalow living.

🏘️  DOWNTOWN HIGH RIVER & OLD RODEO GROUNDS (CENTRAL)

• Housing types: Character homes, older bungalows, apartments
• Walkability: High (most walkable in town)
• Best for: Buyers wanting main-street energy
• Home ages: Often 1900–1975 (renovation-dependent)
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Spitzee School: ~2–7 min drive / ~10–30 min walk
  2. George Lane Park: 5–10 min walk
  3. Sobeys: ~3–8 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Historic, community hub
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $255,000–$385,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$1,945–$2,935 annually

🏘️  CENTRAL HIGH RIVER & SOUTHWEST & SOUTHEAST CENTRAL (CENTRAL)

• Housing types: Mixed detached + attached + infill
• Walkability: Medium to high
• Best for: Balanced convenience
• Home ages: Commonly 1950–2005
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~2–7 min drive
  2. Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex: ~3–8 min drive
  3. Sobeys: ~3–9 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Practical, central location
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $410,000–$555,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,125–$4,230 annually

🏘️  HIGHWOOD VILLAGE (NORTH WEST)

• Housing types: Detached homes
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Established NW family neighbourhood
• Home ages: Mostly 2000–2006
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~5–10 min drive
  2. Groceries: ~6–12 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Calm NW feel
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $395,000–$530,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,010–$4,040 annually

🏘️  VISTA MIRAGE (NORTH WEST)

• Housing types: Detached homes
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Quiet NW pocket
• Home ages: Typically 1990–2006
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~5–10 min drive
  2. Golf course: ~5–10 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Smaller enclave feel
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $460,000–$690,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$3,505–$5,260 annually

🏘️  EAGLEVIEW ESTATES (NORTH WEST)

• Housing types: Detached homes
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Budget-conscious NW buyers
• Home ages: Commonly 1970–1995
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~5–10 min drive
  2. Groceries: ~7–12 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Quiet, value-oriented
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $240,000–$360,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$1,830–$2,745 annually

🏘️  SUNRISE MEADOWS (SOUTH EAST)

• Housing types: Detached + townhomes
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: First-time buyers
• Home ages: Mostly 2007–2015
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~4–9 min drive
  2. Rec Complex: ~6–12 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Affordable entry area
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $225,000–$340,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$1,715–$2,590 annually

🏘️  MONTEITH (SOUTH WEST)

• Housing types: Newer detached + townhomes
• Walkability: Medium
• Best for: Buyers seeking 2010s+ builds
• Home ages: Typically 2014–2025
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~5–10 min drive
  2. Rec Complex: ~5–10 min drive
  3. Groceries: ~4–9 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: Modern streetscape
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $380,000–$510,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$2,895–$3,885 annually

🏘️  REDTAIL RISE (SOUTH EAST)

• Housing types: Premium detached homes
• Walkability: Low to medium
• Best for: Luxury buyers
• Home ages: Mostly 2020–2026
• Schools & amenities (typical):
  1. Schools: ~7–12 min drive
  2. Groceries: ~7–13 min drive
• Neighbourhood characteristics: New, low-density, upscale
• Approx. 2026 Price Range: $1,000,000–$1,500,000
• Estimated Property Taxes: ~$7,620–$11,430 annually