Living in Altadore, Calgary: Community Guide for Home Buyers

by George Brown

Quick answer: Altadore is an established inner-city community in southwest Calgary. Many older bungalows have been replaced with semi-detached and detached infills, and River Park and the Marda Loop shops are close by.

I'm George Brown, a Calgary REALTOR® with LPT Realty. Here's what buyers should know about Altadore.

What it's like to live in Altadore

Altadore runs from 33 Avenue SW south to 50 Avenue SW, between Crowchild Trail and 14 Street SW. It was established in 1945, and over the past couple of decades many original homes have been replaced with newer infills.

Day to day, it's a residential area with a lot close by. River Park, on the community's east side, has a large off-leash area and sits on the ridge above Sandy Beach and the Elbow River. Marda Loop, the shopping and dining district along 33 and 34 Avenue SW, is on Altadore's north edge.

Types of homes

Detached homes are the largest group, followed by low-rise condos and semi-detached homes. Many of the semi-detached homes are newer infills built side by side on lots that once held a single bungalow. You'll also find duplexes and some row houses.

Getting around

Crowchild Trail runs along the west side of the community and 14 Street SW along the east, so it's an easy drive downtown or south. Calgary Transit Route 7 (Marda Loop) connects the area with downtown. There is no CTrain station in Altadore.

Who Altadore suits

Altadore suits families and move-up buyers who want a newer infill close to downtown, parks and shops. Condos and townhomes also give first-time buyers a way into the area.

Buying tips for Altadore

Compare new and older infills. Some infills here are 20 years old or more. Compare age, finishes and layout, and ask about the builder and any home warranty left.
Check how the home is titled. Some semi-detached homes and duplexes have their own title, while others are part of a small condo. Ask about fees, insurance and shared costs.
Visit at busy times. Homes near 33 and 34 Avenue SW or Crowchild Trail can see more traffic. Visit on a weekend and at rush hour.

See homes for sale in Altadore

My Altadore homes for sale page shows every current listing, updated daily from the MLS®, plus live numbers on how many homes are for sale and the median asking price.

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Thinking about buying or selling in Altadore?

I'm happy to walk you through the area, compare a few homes side by side, or tell you what your place could sell for. Call or text me at (403) 616-6309, or get a free home evaluation.