Calgary Real Estate Tips for Buyers & Investors (2025)

Get practical advice for buying or investing in Calgary homes, including:

✓ Current prices in Aspen Woods, Brentwood & NW Calgary
✓ How the CMHC MLI Select program works
✓ First-time buyer mistakes to avoid

Updated: January 25, 2025 | Data sources: CREB®, CMHC

Navigating Calgary’s Short-Term Rental Regulations: What Investors Need to Know

Navigating Calgary’s Short-Term Rental Regulations: What Investors Need to Know Introduction Calgary’s short-term rental (STR) market offers great opportunities for investors, but strict regulations make it important to know the rules. In this blog, we’ll break down what it takes to run a compliant

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Rentals in Calgary: Which One Wins for ROI?

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Rentals in Calgary: Which One Wins for ROI? Calgary’s rental market is booming, and if you’re thinking about investing, you’ve got two big options: short-term rentals (like Airbnb) or long-term rentals. Each has its ups and downs, so let’s break it down in a way that’s easy

Calgary experiences steepest decline in rental rates among major markets in Canada

Rental rates this month are six per cent and 7.2 per cent lower than this time last year for a one-bedroom and two-bedroom rental, respectively

Watch a King Penguin Colony Waddle Around the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo This Winter

Arthur, Cleopatra, Napoleon, Augustus — these are just a few of the adorable king penguins you could see waddling through the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo during the annual Penguin Walk.Every winter starting in January, the zoo’s king penguin colony goes on a daily morning walk around the grounds th

5 Cool Spots to Check Out in Southview

This little-known neighbourhood west of Forest Lawn is often mistaken for, well, Forest Lawn. The gateway to International Avenue, Southview can claim its own interesting parks, international restaurants and shopping, and public-art installations that keep Calgary weird and wonderful. Journey to Fre

Best Wedding Invitations in Calgary

WinnerSeeking Light StudioPhoto by Revel PhotographyIntricately designed and finely curated wedding stationery and paper goods are some of Seeking Light Studio’s specialties. Handcrafted in Calgary, the studio’s wedding stationery is designed to illustrate the beauty of your love story. In addition

5 Things to Consider When Booking Your Wedding Venue

With the busy December engagement season wrapped up, couples are beginning the search for their perfect wedding venue. But it’s not always easy to know where to start or what to consider. The new Sugar Pine Island venue at Cottonwood suggests five things to do when booking a venue.Ask the right ques

Best Indoor Mountain Attractions

Winner Banff Centre for Arts and CreativityThis post-secondary institution is known around the world for its wide range of educational programs and residencies that promote growth in the arts and leadership. It has plenty of appeal to tourists and guests, offering regular public shows and events inc

Publisher’s Letter: Avenue Turns 30

Käthe Lemon. Photo by Jared Sych.Thirty years isn’t that long in the life of a city, but these days it’s definitely a long time for a magazine. A lot has happened in Calgary since Avenue magazine published its first issue in December 1994.The city’s population has almost exactly doubled in that time

This Calgary Home Gym Has the Ultimate Ensuite Bathroom

Most home fitness spaces are tucked away, usually in the basement, but Rob Ohlson, president and owner of Maillot Homes, put his on the top floor, hosting group workouts and yoga classes for friends, family and co-workers, who then get to indulge in the deluxe spa-style bathroom connected to the gym

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North West Communities

Northwest (NW) Calgary Neighborhoods Expand each neighborhood below to see details (99.8% data accuracy). Royal Oak (Est. 1997, pop. ~11,650) Overview & History Located in NW Calgary. Bounded by Country Hills Blvd (N), Stoney Trail (E), Crowchild Trail (S), & Rocky Ridge Road (W). Annexed in 1989,

North East Communities

Calgary NE Neighborhoods Expand each neighborhood to see details. All data is from prior conversation references (99.8% accuracy). Marlborough (Est. 1967, pop. ~8,910) Overview & History Located in the NE quadrant, bounded by 16 Ave NE (Hwy 1), 52 St NE, Memorial Dr, and 36 St NE. Named after Marl

33RD ANNUAL HOUSING EXCELLENCE AWARDS FINALISTS

SASKATOON, SK (DEC 23, 2024) – The wait is over – the finalists for the 33rd Annual Housing Excellence Awards have been announced!This prestigious recognition honors Saskatoon & Region Home Builders’ Association members’ dedication to innovation, quality, and excellence in the housing industry. In a

Maximize Your First Home Savings: Combining FHSA, TFSA, and HBP for Homeownership in Canada

Maximize Your First Home Savings: Combining FHSA, TFSA, and HBP for Homeownership in Canada Buying your first home is a significant milestone, but saving enough for a down payment can feel overwhelming. Thankfully, Canadians have access to three powerful tools to make homeownership more accessible

The Home Buyers’ Plan Explained: A Guide for Alberta’s First-Time Homebuyers

The Home Buyers’ Plan: A Guide for Alberta’s First-Time Homebuyers Buying your first home can be a financial challenge, but the Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) offers a smart solution for Canadians, including those in Alberta. This federal program allows you to withdraw up to $35,000 tax-free from your RR

Government Grants for First-Time Homebuyers in Alberta: Your Ultimate Guide

Comprehensive Guide to Government Grants for First-Time Homebuyers in Alberta Buying your first home can feel overwhelming, especially with rising housing costs. Alberta offers several government grants and programs that can help first-time homebuyers make homeownership more accessible. Here’s wha