Built Where Small-Town Life Is Already Happening
High River, Alberta sits 30 minutes south of Calgary and offers real community, K–12 schools, parks, and a growing housing market — at prices that still make sense. Jenga Homes currently has new construction homes in High River, including the Monteith Villas fourplex and the upcoming Daystar Bungalow. Fixed-price contracts, bi-weekly build updates, and a team that stays with you from first call to moving day.
Most buyers searching for a new home in Alberta start with Calgary. They scroll through listings on the outskirts, spot the price tags on the fringe developments, and wonder why everything feels so far from anything. What fewer people realise is that 30 minutes south of the city sits a community with award-winning streets, a vibrant downtown, mature parks, and real neighbours who actually know each other.
High River isn’t a fallback option. It’s a deliberate choice — and more buyers are making it. Jenga Homes builds new homes in High River because we believe the best places to live are the ones where life is already happening. Our current and upcoming projects are designed for people who want more than a house: they want a home in a community that fits how they actually live.
If you’re looking for new homes in High River, Alberta — or a new home builder in High River who stays with you from contract to moving day — here’s everything you need to know.
What Makes High River a Smart Place to Buy a New Home?
High River offers a rare combination: affordable new construction, a fully established community, and a 30-minute commute to Calgary. Prices on new builds remain accessible compared to Calgary’s suburban fringe, while buyers get immediate access to schools, parks, trails, local businesses, and a downtown core that’s genuinely worth walking through.
The town sits along the Highwood River in Foothills County, about 68 kilometres south of Calgary’s city centre. High River’s neighbourhoods range from tree-lined established streets in the southwest and central areas to newer developments like Monteith and Montrose in the southeast — both of which were specifically designed with families, first-time buyers, retirees, and downsizers in mind.
The housing market tells a positive story too. Despite a broader market rebalancing across Alberta, High River recorded a 13% year-over-year increase in home sales in January 2026, and median home prices grew 6% year-over-year through 2025. Buyer activity is real and steady — but it’s not frenzied, which means 2026 is one of the better windows to buy without the pressure of a seller’s market.
What New Homes Does Jenga Homes Have Available in High River?
Jenga Homes currently has two active projects in High River: the Monteith High River Villas fourplex (now available) and the Daystar Bungalow (upcoming). Both are built to Jenga’s fixed-price standard, with quality finishes, no hidden costs, and a dedicated team that keeps you updated throughout the build.
Monteith High River Villas
Located at 62/64/66/68 8th Ave SE in High River’s Monteith neighbourhood, these fourplex units offer:
- 1,404 sq ft of well-designed living space
- 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
- Walkout basement
- Upgraded interior finishes: quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry to ceiling height, tile backsplash, vinyl plank flooring
- High-efficiency Carrier furnace, low-E windows, 30-year asphalt shingles
- 9-foot main floor ceilings
This is a thoughtfully built home for buyers who want quality craftsmanship without paying for space they don’t need.
Daystar High River Bungalow
Coming soon at 719 1st Street SE — a bungalow for sale in High River, Alberta designed for buyers who want everything on one floor. Whether that’s a growing family wanting easy access for young children, or someone ready to right-size without giving up quality, the Daystar Bungalow delivers single-level living with Jenga’s full build standard.
- 1,385 sq ft
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Single-level living — no stairs, no compromise
Both projects come with a fixed-price contract — which means the price you agree to is the price you pay, full stop. No surprise invoices. No material cost overruns passed to you mid-build.
Is High River a Good Place to Raise a Family?
Yes. High River offers K–12 schooling, multiple parks, an extensive pathway network, and a community designed with families in mind — all within a small town that still has the infrastructure of a larger centre. Most families who move here say the daily quality of life exceeded what they expected.
High River’s schools cover K–12 options across the Foothills School Division, serving students from kindergarten through graduation. Families don’t need to bus kids into Calgary for quality schooling.
The town’s recreational infrastructure is genuinely impressive for its size. The Bob Snodgrass Recreational Complex offers pool access, ice, and fitness programs. The Happy Trails pathway system winds through the town alongside the Highwood River, giving families an everyday outdoor space right in the community. George Lane Memorial Park sits at the edge of the award-winning downtown, and the Montrose neighbourhood was specifically designed with weaving pond systems, playgrounds, walking trails, sports courts, community gardens, and pedestrian-friendly pathways.
What this means in practice: your kids can walk to school, you can push a stroller to a park without getting in the car, and your weekends don’t require a 45-minute drive to find somewhere worth spending time.
What About the 2013 Flood — Is High River Still at Risk?
High River experienced a significant flood in 2013. Since then, the Town has invested over $100 million in flood mitigation infrastructure — including upstream dykes, berms, and the Highwood River diversion — specifically designed to protect the town from a similar event. Most of the neighbourhoods where Jenga builds, including Monteith and Montrose, were developed after the mitigation work was completed.
This is a question every thoughtful buyer asks, and it deserves a direct answer. The 2013 flood was serious. The response has also been serious — one of the most comprehensive municipal flood mitigation programs in Alberta’s history. The Town of High River’s flood mitigation information documents the completed infrastructure and ongoing monitoring programs.
Before purchasing any home in High River, we recommend reviewing the town’s flood map and confirming the specific property’s flood zone status with the municipality. Jenga’s team can help you understand what to ask and where to look. We’d rather you go in with full information than be surprised later.
How Does Buying a New Home in High River Compare to Calgary?
New construction in High River offers more space, more community maturity, and lower land costs than comparable Calgary suburban builds. You’re not buying into a development that won’t have a grocery store for three years — you’re buying into a town with decades of infrastructure already in place.
Alberta’s housing market in 2026 has shifted toward more balanced conditions across the province. That means buyers have more negotiating room, more time to make thoughtful decisions, and less pressure to bid over asking. High River is part of that broader trend: inventory has grown, conditional offers are more common, and well-priced new construction is still moving.
One thing to know: the Alberta population has surpassed 5 million residents, and the province continues to attract interprovincial migration from BC and Ontario. That long-term demand supports property values in communities like High River — which offer the lifestyle people are migrating for: affordability, space, and quality of life.
What Is the Jenga Homes Buying Process?
At Jenga Homes, buying a new home follows four clear steps: browse projects, sign a fixed-price contract, receive bi-weekly build updates, then walk through your completed home before keys are handed over. There are no surprises, no hidden costs, and no point where the price suddenly changes.
Here’s what each step actually looks like:
Step 1: Browse Projects.
Explore current and upcoming homes in High River (and across Calgary) at your own pace. No pressure, no sales tactics, no deadline urgency. If you want a walkthrough, we arrange one.
Step 2: Start the Home Buying Process.
Once you’re ready, we sit down together and go through a fixed-price contract in plain English. You know exactly what you’re paying and exactly what you’re getting. That’s it.
Step 3: We Build and Update You.
Every two weeks, you hear from your dedicated Jenga contact with a progress update. You’re not left wondering. You’re not chasing someone for information. We come to you.
Step 4: Moving Day.
Before you get the keys, we walk through the home together. We check every detail. Then we hand over the keys — and we stay available after you move in.
Why Choose Jenga Homes as Your New Home Builder in High River?
Jenga Homes is a family-owned builder founded by Muthui Mwangi. We build in High River because we believe the best homes are built where life is already happening — not in fields waiting to become neighbourhoods. Every Jenga build comes with a fixed-price contract, a dedicated contact, and a team that stays accountable long after moving day.
We bring together architects, engineers, contractors, and realtors under one roof. One contract. One team. No coordination headaches, no finger-pointing between trades when something needs attention.
Our fixed-price contracts protect your budget from day one. The price we agree to is the price you pay. That’s the kind of clarity that makes a big decision feel manageable — and it’s one of the main reasons buyers who’ve been burned by other builders come to Jenga.
If you’re thinking about a new home in High River, we’d love to talk. No pressure. No jargon. Just an honest conversation about what’s possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How far is High River from Calgary?
A. High River is approximately 68 kilometres south of downtown Calgary, which typically translates to a 30 to 40-minute drive via Highway 2. Many residents commute to Calgary for work while enjoying the lower cost of living and community feel that High River offers.
Q. What new homes does Jenga Homes currently have in High River?
A. Jenga Homes has two High River projects: the Monteith High River Villas, a fourplex at 62–68 8th Ave SE featuring 1,404 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms, and the upcoming Daystar High River Bungalow at 719 1st Street SE, offering 1,385 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms on a single level. Both come with fixed-price contracts.
Q. Are there good schools and amenities in High River?
A. Yes. High River offers K–12 schooling through the Foothills School Division, a full recreation complex (the Bob Snodgrass Recreational Complex), an extensive trail and pathway system along the Highwood River, parks, playgrounds, community gardens, and a vibrant award-winning downtown within walking distance of many neighbourhoods.
Q. What is a fixed-price contract and why does it matter?
A. A fixed-price contract means the price agreed upon at signing is the final price — no cost overruns, no material price increases passed to the buyer, no surprises. It’s how Jenga Homes protects your budget throughout the build. In an environment where construction costs can fluctuate, a fixed-price contract gives buyers genuine peace of mind.
Q. Is High River safe from flooding now?
A. High River experienced significant flooding in 2013. Since then, the Town invested over $100 million in flood mitigation infrastructure — including upstream dykes, berms, and a Highwood River diversion — completed specifically to protect against a similar event. Jenga’s projects in Monteith and Montrose were developed after this mitigation work was complete. Buyers should review the Town’s flood map and confirm their specific lot’s flood zone status before purchasing.
Q. Can I tour a Jenga Homes property in High River before buying?
A. Yes. Jenga Homes welcomes buyers to tour available and completed homes before making any commitment. Contact Jenga Homes at (403) 454-2218 or via jengahomes.ca/contact to arrange a visit. There is no pressure and no obligation.
