5 Alberta Acreages and Distinctive Estates Around Calgary and Edmonton

Set on a 0.92-acre I-C zoned commercial-industrial parcel in Northeast Calgary’s rapidly growing Jacksonport area, this site is defined by flexibility and forward momentum. Positioned near major transportation routes and Calgary International Airport, it offers a strategic foothold in a high-growth corridor where access and connectivity matter. The I-C zoning supports a broad mix of potential uses—industrial, commercial, office, retail, and business service—making it equally compelling for developers, investors, and owner-users planning for long-term value. Surrounded by expanding residential and commercial development, the setting reflects the area’s continued evolution into a diverse, economically active hub. An adjacent parcel is also available for purchase, creating the option to assemble a larger development site and think beyond a single footprint.

Size: 1.00 acres

Set on 2.4 acres in Leduc County, this quiet country retreat offers space to spread out, with Beaumont close by and Edmonton just minutes away. The main house unfolds across three finished levels with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, beginning with a main-floor office and a primary suite featuring a spa-like five-piece ensuite and a massive walk-in closet. In the chef’s kitchen, an induction cooktop, double wall ovens, and granite counters anchor the flow into a bright living area warmed by a fireplace. Upstairs, a second primary suite with its own five-piece ensuite is joined by two additional bedrooms. The fully finished walkout basement adds a theatre room, recreation room, second fireplace, and in-floor heating. Outside, a tiered deck overlooks a peaceful pond, with a fire pit pad and custom stone driveway leading to an oversized three-car attached garage and a massive attached shop. A brand new guest house adds two bedrooms, a four-piece bath, and a double attached garage.

Originally built to celebrate architectural significance and extraordinary space, this four-level split residence is set on a massive mature lot in Calgary. Lovingly maintained, it preserves a rare collection of original architectural details and vintage design elements, from soaring cedar plank ceilings and dramatic exposed beams to rich wood detailing and expansive walls of windows. The spacious living room centers on a striking stone fireplace, framed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the mature landscape. A generous formal dining room sets an easy rhythm for gatherings, while the expansive kitchen is outfitted with abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, and a central island cook-top with ample workspace. Six bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms offer flexibility for multi-generational living, home offices, or guests, complemented by multiple living and recreation areas. It’s a home that invites restoration, reinvention, or a thoughtful blend of eras.

Set on 5.5 acres backing onto Kananaskis, this retreat pairs a deep sense of quiet with everyday convenience—just 10 minutes from Bragg Creek and 45 minutes from Calgary. Inside, a charming 3-bedroom, 4-bath layout unfolds around an open, sunlit living space and a gourmet kitchen designed for unhurried mornings and easy gatherings. The spacious primary suite frames soothing forest views, while the lower walk-out level adds flexibility with a recreational room, laundry, and the welcoming glow of a cozy wood stove. Thoughtful updates include a maintenance-free exterior, upgraded skylights, and high-speed Starlink internet. Outdoors, walking trails and small bridges over a creek invite slow wanders at home, with nearby hiking, biking, skiing, and horseback riding trails close at hand for days that start at the doorstep and end under the trees.

Set on an acreage in Barnwell, this residence offers generous scale paired with a few thoughtful updates. Inside, brand new countertops bring a fresh, clean note to the home’s everyday spaces, while a dedicated theater room sets the stage for movie nights and low-key entertaining. With 8 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms, the layout supports a variety of living arrangements—whether you’re carving out work-from-home zones, hosting overnight guests, or simply enjoying extra breathing room. Outdoors, a garden adds a hands-on connection to the land and the seasons, inviting morning routines among greenery and quiet afternoons spent tending what you’ve planted. It’s a place designed for spacious living, where daily life can expand at its own pace.