Bordered by the University of Calgary, McMahon Stadium, the Alberta Children's Hospital, and Foothills Hospital, the community of University Heights is a relatively small neighbourhood established in 1963. Bound by 24 Avenue NW, University Drive NW, 16 Avenue NW, and Shaganappi Trail, the University of Calgary is a big draw for students and educators to live nearby, and other schools serving this community are Westmount Charter School and University Elementary School.
Medical professionals are also well-served living in this community, where Foothills Medical Centre and the Alberta Children's Hospital are within a quick commute. Amenities nearby include Save-On Foods, a Cinelex Cinema, McMahon Stadium, and a variety of parks and green spaces.