Mckenzie Towne - Calgary, AB

McKenzie Towne is a master-planned Calgary neighbourhood whose defining feature is its New Urbanist design. Developed beginning in 1995 by Carma Developers, now Brookfield Residential, it combines four districts—Inverness, Prestwick, Elgin and High Street—with a traditional main street, pedestrian-oriented streets and parks connected by pathways. The community is not age-restricted or specifically designed for 55+ residents, so buyers seeking an active-adult designation should note that families and younger households are part of the population. Its 2021 census population was 17,505.

HOMES

McKenzie Towne is an established, primarily resale neighbourhood with detached houses, semi-detached homes, townhouses and condominiums. Housing reflects the community's New Urbanist planning, including front porches, rear lanes and traditional architectural styles; Elgin uses six European-inspired styles, while Inverness and Prestwick feature Queen Anne, Georgian, Craftsman and National influences. Current listings span a wide range of sizes and prices. Recent August 2026 sales data reported median prices of $610,000 for detached homes, $478,000 for semi-detached properties, $400,111 for row or townhouses and $275,000 for apartments.

AMENITIES

McKenzie Towne's amenities centre on McKenzie Towne Hall and a network of public parks. The Hall includes a gymnasium, while community-managed features include Prestwick Common's splash park and fountain area, Elgin Hill's toboggan run, Inverness Square's gazebo and an outdoor hockey-rink location. The community also has paved pathways, playgrounds and two stormwater-retention ponds. Current programming includes adult and senior classes, walking and coffee socials, sports drop-ins and seasonal community events. The community association's 2026 fee is $235 annually, including GST.

LOCATION & NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

McKenzie Towne occupies southeast Calgary between Deerfoot Trail, Stoney Trail, 52 Street SE and 130 Avenue SE, providing road connections across the city and toward the regional highway network. High Street and the 130 Avenue commercial area provide grocery shopping, restaurants and services, while South Health Campus is at 4448 Front Street SE. Nearby recreational destinations include Fish Creek Provincial Park and Calgary's broader pathway system. Calgary International Airport is accessible via Deerfoot Trail and Airport Trail; exact travel time varies substantially with traffic.