Signal Hill
About the Area
Signal Hill is a well-established, elevated community in Southwest Calgary, perched on a plateau that offers sweeping views of the cityscape and, in many spots, the Rocky Mountains.
The neighbourhood is a blend of mature landscaping, newer infills, and modern builds—appealing to families, professionals, and downsizers alike.
Residents here enjoy a balance of serenity and convenience: a sense of being tucked away from the bustle, while still being close to shopping, transit, schools, and major routes.
The community’s pride in views, green spaces, and local programming helps create a welcoming atmosphere for long-term living.
If you’re exploring homes for sale in Signal Hill, you’ll find a neighbourhood that combines elevation, access, and community — a standout in Calgary’s west side.
Parks & Recreation
Battalion Park runs along the southern slope of the hill, featuring the historic geoglyphs made up of over 16,000 stones arranged to spell battalion numbers. The park includes interpretive trails, wooden stairways, boardwalks, lookout points, and signage about the military history.
Within the Signal Hill area (including its sub-neighbourhoods like Sienna Hills and Signal Ridge), there are playgrounds, sports fields, tennis courts, community rinks, and general landscaped green spaces maintained through the community association and City.
The Westside Recreation Centre (West Side Rec) serves as a major indoor amenity nearby, offering swimming, skating, fitness, programs, rentals, and multipurpose use.
A network of walking, cycling, and connectivity pathways runs throughout and links to adjacent communities and green corridors, making it easy to enjoy active transit or leisure strolls.
Seasonal and community events such as winter festivals, food trucks, and family-oriented programming are organized by the Signal Hill Community Association, helping to animate outdoor spaces year-round.
Shopping and Amenities
Signal Hill is well served by multiple commercial centres: Signal Hill Shopping Centre, Westhills Towne Centre, Westmarket Square, and Signature Park Plaza are among the primary retail and service hubs.
Within these centres and nearby plazas, you’ll find grocery stores, big-box anchors, fashion and specialty retailers, banks, cafés, restaurants, personal services, and entertainment options.
The community boasts local gems like The Bro’Kin Yolk (breakfast / brunch) in Signal Hill Centre, and Kinjo Sushi & Grill Westhills not far away.
Everyday convenience is strong: smaller shops, boutiques, and services are distributed throughout to support daily needs without always requiring a long drive.
With the west side’s retail nodes so close, residents of Signal Hill can reach major shopping districts within minutes. The proximity of Westhills Towne Centre and its large tenant mix makes it a frequent draw.
Schools Nearby
For a full list of up-to-date Calgary Public schools search here
For a full list of up-to-date Catholic Schools search here.
For a comprehensive list of Calgary Private Schools search here.
Public Schools
- Battalion Park Elementary School (K–6, CBE)
- Ernest Manning High School (10–12, CBE)
- Students may attend A.E. Cross (Grades 7–9) or other intermediate public schools depending on boundary.
Catholic Schools
- St. Andrew Elementary (K–6, CCSD)
- Bishop Carroll High School (10–12, CCSD)
Private / Independent Schools
- Rundle College (K–12, Private / Independent)
- Calgary Academy (K–12, Private / Special-Education Focus)
- Calgary French & International School (PreK–12, Private / IB + French Immersion)
- Clear Water Academy (PreK–12, Private Catholic)
- Renert School (K–12, Private / Independent)
- Foothills Academy (Grades 3–12, Private / Specialized Learning Disabilities)
Transit & Access
Signal Hill is bounded by 17 Avenue SW (north), Sarcee Trail (east), Glenmore / Stoney Trail / Glenmore vicinity (south), and 69 Street SW (west).
Vehicle access is strong: Sarcee Trail and 17 Ave offer direct north-south and east-west corridors, while proximity to the ring road / Glenmore Trail helps with regional access.
For transit, multiple bus lines run through and adjacent to Signal Hill, including Routes 789, 93, 94, 894, 699, 51, 895, connecting to surrounding nodes and transit hubs.
The nearest LRT (CTrain) station is 69 Street Station, which is reachable via bus or walking (23-minute walk cited by transit sources) from parts of Signal Hill.
One commonly used bus stop is at Signal Hill Dr @ Sienna Park Dr SW, offering local connectivity.
Many residents find their downtown commute is around 15–20 minutes by car in typical traffic.
