First developed in 1948, the community of Parkdale has since transitioned from its post-war roots into an inner-city neighborhood prized for its proximity to downtown Calgary as well as the natural beauty of the Bow River's north bank. The community of Point McKay borders Parkdale to the west and West Hillhurst borders it to the east.

The population numbered 2,296 in 2012, living in 1,020 dwellings consisting of single-family homes, apartments and condominiums. The cost of homes in the area ranges approximately from $500,000 to well over $1,000,000.

Transit
Regarding bus services route 419 and route 1 serve the Parkdale Community, with a CTrain line a short distance to the east.

Crowchild Trail West: 73, 9, 72
29th Street West: 20, 40

Parks & Recreation
In the center of Parkdale is Parkdale Park, and on its southern corner sits the Parkdale Community Association which was established in 1953. Located just across the Bow River to the northwest is Edworthy Park. It features a gazebo, pathways and other standards like picnic shelters and a playground, as well as off-leash areas for dogs and a seasonal public washroom. Visitors love walking the Douglas Fir Trail and exploring the Lawry Gardens, which aim to offer a diverse selection of nature to those living within an urban area.

Parkdale has a community theatre called the Morpheus Theatre Society. Westbrook Mall is the closest major shopping center complete with over 50 retail stores and restaurants.

Schools
Westmount Elementary and Westmount Mid-High schools serve the Parkdale community.

Houses of Worship
The four houses of worship located within the Parkdale community are the Parkdale United Church, Seventh-Day Adventist, I Am Temple, and Parkdale Grace Fellowship. Other houses of worship located in neighboring communities include:

● Anglican Church of Canada
● Gospel Hall
● Church of God of Prophecy
● New Hope Church (Christian Reformed)
● Seventh-Day Adventist Central
● Calgary First Spiritualist Church
● Evangelical Covenant Church
● Ethiopian Evangelical Church in Calgary
● St. Boniface German Church
● Foothills Mennonite Church