Living in Bridgeland, Calgary: Community Guide for Home Buyers

by George Brown

Quick answer: Bridgeland (officially Bridgeland/Riverside) is a historic inner-city community just northeast of downtown, across the Bow River. It has a village feel, cafes along 1 Avenue NE, river pathways and its own CTrain station.

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

What it's like to live in Bridgeland

Bridgeland sits on the north side of the Bow River, bounded by the river to the south, Edmonton Trail to the west and Deerfoot Trail to the east. Its main street, 1 Avenue NE, has local cafes, restaurants and shops.

The newer part of the community, The Bridges, was built on the former Calgary General Hospital site. It added condos, shops and parks such as Murdoch Park and McDougall Park. The Calgary Zoo is close by.

Types of homes

Most homes are apartment-style condos in low-rise and mid-rise buildings. You'll also find detached character homes, newer infills, duplexes and some townhomes.

Getting around

Bridgeland/Memorial CTrain station on the Blue Line sits in the median of Memorial Drive NE, next to The Bridges. Downtown and the Bow River pathways are an easy walk or bike ride away.

Who Bridgeland suits

Bridgeland suits buyers who want an inner-city, walkable village feel close to downtown and the river. It works well for professionals, couples and downsizers who like local cafes, parks and CTrain access.

Buying tips for Bridgeland

Compare condo buildings. Older walk-ups and newer buildings at The Bridges can differ a lot. Compare condo fees, reserve fund studies and any planned special assessments.
Inspect older homes carefully. Some houses date back many decades. Get a full inspection and ask about wiring, foundations and past renovations.
Check nearby redevelopment. New multi-family projects keep coming. Look at what could be built near a home you like, especially along 1 Avenue NE.

See homes for sale in Bridgeland

My Bridgeland 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 Bridgeland?

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.