Downtown Calgary Homes For Sale

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The Downtown Calgary area has much to offer to those who are looking for great shopping, dining and cultural opportunities. While the Downtown area is known mostly for its commercial, retail and financial activity, it is also home to a number of residential opportunities for those who want to stay close to all of the downtown action. Thanks to the many open spaces found throughout the area, including the Devonian Gardens and the Olympic Plaza, residents can easily find a way to get away from the city and relax.

Bounded to the north by Bow River, to the south by the CPR tracks, to the east by 9th Street SW and to the west by 14th Street SW, the Downtown Calgary area was initially established in 1884. Due to the long history of the area, those who are interested in living in Downtown Calgary will find that many of the original sandstone buildings are still in place. The grid pattern of streets and avenues that was initially developed by the Canadian Pacific Railway is still in place. At the same time, newer developments can also be found throughout the area. Similarly, residents enjoy easy transport with the help of the Light Rail Transit (LRT) system and the +15 pedestrian system. Parents interested in available real estate in the Downtown Calgary area may send their elementary-aged children to one of two elementary schools. The first, William Reid Elementary School, offers a French Immersion program. The other school, Connaught/Kingsland does not. Junior high students may also attend one of two public schools. Elboya Junior High offers a French Immersion program, while Mount Royal does not. High school students who live in Downtown Calgary attend the public high school of Western Canada, which also offers a French Immersion program. The city and Downtown areas also offer a wide variety of private schools for families to choose from.  Show Less...