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Understanding Calgary Property Taxes

Calgary’s residential property tax rate of approximately 0.64% is set annually by City Council during the budget process. The rate is applied to the assessed value of your property as determined by the City of Calgary’s Assessment department, which estimates market value as of July 1 of the prior year. Calgary uses a market-value assessment approach, meaning that as property values rise, tax rates are adjusted to meet the City’s revenue requirements — a higher assessment does not automatically mean a higher tax bill if the rate decreases proportionally.

One significant advantage for Calgary homebuyers is that Alberta does not charge a provincial land transfer tax. This saves buyers thousands of dollars compared to purchasing in Ontario, British Columbia, or Quebec. For example, buying a $600,000 home in Calgary incurs no land transfer tax, whereas the same purchase in Toronto would trigger approximately $8,475 in combined provincial and municipal land transfer taxes (before any first-time buyer rebates).

Calgary vs. Other Major Cities: Property Tax on $600,000 Home

Calgary property owners who disagree with their assessment can file a complaint with the Assessment Review Board by the annual deadline (typically in March). The Alberta Seniors Property Tax Deferral Program allows eligible seniors to defer all or part of their residential property taxes through a low-interest loan from the provincial government. Calgary also offers the Provincial Education Tax Credit for seniors, which provides a rebate on the education portion of property taxes.