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

Property of the Week: A $3.5 Million Bel-Aire Home with a Hidden Staircase

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9 Spring Film Festivals to Check Out in Calgary

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Best Dim Sum in Calgary

Each year, we ask Avenue readers to vote for their favourite restaurants in Calgary in our Best Restaurants readers’ choice ballot. These are some of their favourite places in the city. WinnerSilver Dragon RestaurantFor more than five decades, Calgarians have been flocking to this family-owned-and-o
Poutine Perfection

Gravy, french fries and squeaky cheese curds: our love affair with poutine dates back to the mid-1900s in rural Quebec. Since then, poutine’s become Canada’s unofficial dish, and food lovers across the country have created their own takes on the saucy and scrumptious Canadian classic. For two weeks,
SOT | Calgary’s Best New Restaurants 2025

The sun shines on assorted dishes at SOT. Photo by Jared Sych.Who’s behind itChef-owner Alex Sang-ho KwonWhen it openedAugust 2024The dish to eatThe made-to-order signature SOT RiceLocated on a second-floor unit overlooking Inglewood’s bustling 9th Avenue, SOT serves up authentic Korean cuisine with
How to Support the Town of Jasper Post Wildfire

Located among the natural beauty of Jasper National Park, with a rich history, vibrant main street and reputation for its warm and welcoming community members, the town of Jasper has not had an easy year. Last summer, Jasper National Park suffered its worst wildfire in over a century, destroying one
A Massive New Pickleball and Tennis Facility Has Opened in Calgary

Grab your paddles or racquets and head to a huge new pickleball and tennis court facility in southeast Calgary.Mega Courts, which opened in early March, boasts 13 pickleball courts and four tennis courts in its 60,000-square-foot space with 30-foot ceilings. All the pickleball courts are larger than
Best Restaurants in Calgary’s N.W. Suburbs

Each year, we ask Avenue readers to vote for their favourite restaurants in Calgary in our Best Restaurants readers’ choice ballot. These are some of their favourite places in the city. WinnerNotableNotable has called Calgary’s Montgomery community home for 15 years. The restaurant offers a cozy set
Property of the Week: A Modern Farmhouse with a Backyard Pool in Altadore

Where it is2005 48 Ave. S.W. The designThis home was built by Calgary developer Trickle Creek Homes and captures all the charm of a modern farmhouse. This modern style embraces a minimalistic aesthetic while often drawing on farm architectural designs. Key design elements of the style that have been
Major Tom Bar | Calgary’s Best Restaurants 2025

Roasted duck breast with wild mushrooms, lingonberry and smoked jus; cucumber salad; Hot Pants (gold cup); and Blazing Sevens cocktails. Photo by Jared Sych. Who’s Behind ItHead chef Josh Pritchard, general manager Taylor Koch, Concorde Entertainment GroupThe Dish to EatThe Major tots, a tater tot h
Best Chocolatiers in Calgary

Each year, we ask Avenue readers to vote for their favourite restaurants in Calgary in our Best Restaurants readers’ choice ballot. These are some of their favourite places in the city. WinnerMaster ChocolatBernard Callebaut, the face and talent behind Master Chocolat, has built an incredible brand
Cheer on Cavalry FC With Exclusive Access Through A-List

Spring has officially sprung, and with it has come more exciting A-List events. New this month, A-List has partnered with Cavalry FC, Calgary’s professional men’s soccer club. A-Listers now have the chance to enjoy a Cavalry FC home game like never before; they can take part in the Carscallen Office
5 Things We’re Excited to Eat and Drink This April

Neon Samba from Bar Chouette View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bar Chouette (@thebarchouette)Brighten up your day with this vibrant green cocktail influenced by composer and musician Masayoshi Takanaka’s music at Bar Chouette. Made with yellow Chartreuse, Midori and Cachaça, this drink is
What to Do in the Mountains in April

Celebrate Pride at the Jasper Pride and Ski Festival View this post on Instagram A post shared by Josh Rimer (@joshrimer)When: April 4 to 13Celebrate Pride in the mountains with the return of the 16th annual Jasper Pride and Ski Festival. Start off your experience with the opening ceremony at Commem
Best Restaurants in Downtown Calgary

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Condo of the Month: A $295K Two-Bedroom Condo in Harvest Hills

Photo courtesy of Spencer Pries, Calgary Real Estate Photos.Where it is307, 300 Harvest Hills Place N.E. LocationThe Harvest Hills community has its own lake, a golf centre, local parks and a community garden for seasonal greens. Amenities are within walking distance or just a short drive from the c
Spring Art and Craft Markets In and Around Calgary

Markets in April Calgary Creative Arts Guild Spring Show & SaleAt this market hosted by the Calgary Creative Arts Guild, browse the work of over 20 local artists from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. While you’re there, be sure to enter your name in the raffle draw for an original piece of art.When: April 5, 2025W
Buy Real Estate Now!

March 25, 2025 🚨 Canadian Housing Market Shock: Why NOW Might Be Your Golden Opportunity! Trade Tensions, Falling Sales, and the Insider Secret Savvy Investors Don't Want You to Miss By Hasan Sharif, Licensed Realtor | AB/SK Market Specialist The Market is Shifting - And You Need to Know Why Ima
What does Bank of Canada's Rate Cuts mean for your Mortgage?

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Edmonton: Your Ticket to a Life-Changing Fresh Start

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