Quick answer: Taradale is an established residential community in north-east Calgary, north of 64 Avenue NE and east of Falconridge Boulevard, with Saddle Ridge to the north and Martindale to the west. It is mostly detached homes, has a large South Asian community and its own CBE schools (Taradale School, K–4, and Ted Harrison School, Grades 5–9). The Genesis Centre and the Saddletowne CTrain station are a short trip away.
By Taran Bains, REALTOR® with Real Broker · Updated October 31, 2026
Taradale is a community I know well. Many of the families I work with in the north-east look here because it has detached homes, schools inside the community and places of worship close by. Here is what I tell buyers, based on public information as of October 2026.
Why people move to Taradale
- Detached homes in an established area. Taradale is mostly low-density, with streets of detached houses. The 2012 municipal census counted 16,841 residents, so it is a big, busy community with finished parks and mature streets.
- A strong South Asian community. Taradale has a large South Asian community, mainly Indian and Pakistani families, plus Filipino and Afghan families. Nearby places of worship include the Dashmesh Cultural Centre and Al-Hedaya Islamic Centre in Martindale.
- Recreation next door. The Genesis Centre in neighbouring Martindale serves the whole north-east, with two indoor field houses, a gym, the Saddletowne YMCA (pool and climbing wall) and a Calgary Public Library branch. Prairie Winds Park, with a spray park, cricket pitches and tennis courts, is a short drive south.
- Getting around. The Saddletowne CTrain station, the end of the Blue Line, is just north in Saddle Ridge, with a direct ride downtown. Stoney Trail runs along the east side of the area, and the airport is a short drive west.
Schools in Taradale
- Public (Calgary Board of Education): Taradale School teaches Kindergarten to Grade 4. Ted Harrison School takes Grades 5 to 9, but it has been over capacity: the CBE capped enrolment and new registrations are sent to Sherwood School in Ogden as the overflow school, with a call-back list and a shuttle. For high school, check the CBE school finder for the address.
- Catholic (Calgary Catholic School District): use the CCSD school finder to see which Catholic elementary, junior high and high school serve a specific Taradale address.
Because north-east schools are full, designations and overflow rules change. Always confirm your designated school and busing with the board before you buy.
What kinds of homes can you buy?
- Detached homes: the most common home in Taradale, from starter houses to larger two-storey family homes.
- Homes with basement suites: many buyers look for a suite to help with the mortgage or to house parents. Make sure it is legal (see the tips below).
- Townhomes and condos: there are a few complexes, which can be a lower-cost way into the community.
Tips before you buy in Taradale
- Check the suite is legal. A suite in a listing is not always City-approved. My legal basement suite guide shows you how to check the City’s registry before you count on rent.
- Plan for the school overflow. If you have children in Grades 5 to 9, check whether they would be placed at Ted Harrison or bussed to Sherwood School, and what the shuttle costs.
- Inspect the big-ticket items. In an established area, ask about the age of the roof, furnace and hot water tank, and get a full home inspection.
- Visit at different times. Check street parking in the evening and listen for aircraft noise during the day.
- Compare nearby communities. Saddle Ridge to the north has the CTrain station and Saddletowne shopping, while Cornerstone and Savanna offer newer homes.
Thinking about Taradale? Let’s talk.
I help buyers and sellers in Taradale and across NE, SE, NW and SW Calgary, Airdrie, Chestermere, Balzac, Langdon, Cochrane and Okotoks, in English, Punjabi, Hindi and Urdu. Call or text me and I will send you the homes that fit your budget, or tell you what your Taradale home could sell for.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Taradale in Calgary?
Taradale is in north-east Calgary, north of 64 Avenue NE and east of Falconridge Boulevard, near the city's eastern edge. Its neighbours are Saddle Ridge, Martindale and Falconridge.
What schools are in Taradale?
Two CBE schools: Taradale School (Kindergarten to Grade 4) and Ted Harrison School (Grades 5 to 9). Ted Harrison has been over capacity, with Sherwood School as the overflow school. Confirm designations with the CBE and CCSD.
Is there a CTrain near Taradale?
Yes. Saddletowne station, the end of the Blue Line, is just north in Saddle Ridge and gives a direct ride downtown.
What kind of homes are in Taradale?
Taradale is mostly detached homes, some with basement suites, plus a few townhome and condo complexes.
Taran Bains, REALTOR® | Real Broker. Information is believed accurate as of October 2026 but should be independently verified. Confirm schools with the Calgary Board of Education and Calgary Catholic School District.