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Downtown Commercial Core homes for sale
The Downtown Commercial Core is the centre of Calgary's downtown, home to the office towers, Stephen Avenue and the Plus 15 walkway network. Homes here are almost all high-rise condos, with CTrain stations along 7 Avenue. Browse current listings below, updated daily from the MLS®.
Eau Claire is to the north, the Downtown West End is to the west, and the Beltline is south across the tracks. The community is in Ward 7.
See it on the map →Many residential towers were built between the 1960s and the 1980s, and a smaller number of newer buildings have gone up since 2001.
Devonian Gardens is an indoor garden on the top floor of CORE Shopping Centre at 317 7 Avenue SW. Stephen Avenue (8 Avenue) was named a National Historic Site in 2001.
Stations include City Hall/Bow Valley College, Centre Street, 3 Street SW and 8 Street SW. The Plus 15 has over 16 km of enclosed walkways and 86 bridges.
Check the drive to downtown →Tap a card for more detail.
Asking prices of homes listed for sale today, over $50,000. Updates every time the page loads. See every Downtown Commercial Core listing →
Get to know Downtown Commercial Core
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Buying in Downtown Commercial Core: what to check
Many downtown towers are several decades old. Review the reserve fund study, recent board minutes and any planned repairs before you firm up.
Check whether parking and storage are titled, assigned or not included, and what the condo fee covers.
Downtown is busy on weekdays and quieter in the evenings. Walk the blocks around the building at different times.
Who Downtown Commercial Core suits
The downtown core suits people who want to walk to work, Stephen Avenue and the CTrain, and who are comfortable with high-rise condo living. It's a good fit for professionals, downsizers and first-time buyers.
Read my full Downtown Commercial Core community guide →Downtown Commercial Core area facts
- Population
- 8,225 (2021 Census)
- City ward
- Ward 7
- Established
- 1884 (CPR townsite subdivided)
- Good to know
- The Plus 15 network has over 16 km of enclosed walkways and 86 bridges
Sources: calgary.ca · creb.com
Development updates, local events and what's happening in Downtown Commercial Core, from local news outlets.
See the latest Downtown Commercial Core news →My take on the streets, schools, commute and what homes cost to own here.
Read my Downtown Commercial Core guide →Downtown Commercial Core FAQ
Where is the Downtown Commercial Core?
It's the centre of downtown Calgary, roughly from 3 Street SE to 9 Street SW, north of the CPR tracks and south of Eau Claire.
What types of homes are for sale downtown?
Almost every home is an apartment-style condo in a high-rise building. Many towers date from the 1960s to the 1980s, with some newer ones.
Can you live downtown without a car?
Many residents do. The Red and Blue CTrain lines run along 7 Avenue, and the Plus 15 links many buildings with enclosed walkways.
When is the Plus 15 open?
The City lists hours of 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Some bridges have shorter hours.
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