Chinatown Calgary Real Estate
Calgary's Chinatown has been recognized for cultural preservation and urban revitalization, winning awards for heritage conservation and community engagement. Chinatown's condos for sale have a wide range of elements with high end luxury highrises in some new developments to entry level and revenue properties featuring modest, functional designs. Businesses in Chinatown often integrate Asian-inspired architectural details and modern urban living conveniences. Key attractions include the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre and Princes Island Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the area’s unique festivals, traditional markets, and authentic cuisine. With its central location and distinct cultural identity, Chinatown offers a lively and diverse urban living experience. Explore Chinatown real estate and contact The Group at RE/MAX First for all your downtown Calgary real estate market information!
Chinatown Condos for Sale in Calgary
Calgary’s Chinatown is a vibrant cultural enclave located in the heart of the city. Known for its rich heritage and bustling atmosphere, the community is home to a variety of Asian restaurants, specialty shops, and cultural institutions. Chinatown real estate in downtown Calgary features a mix of residential options, including apartments and condominiums. Connect with The Group at RE/MAX First to discover the best of Chinatown real estate. Our experts are ready to assist you in finding your perfect home in this vibrant community. Contact us for all your Chinatown housing market needs.
Chinatown Real Estate
Chinatown is an iconic and active district of Calgary, located in its southeast downtown area.
Welcome to the iconic, vibrant, and active district of Chinatown – located in Calgary's southeast downtown area, just west of Downtown East Village, on Centre Street, along the Bow River. Home to the country's fourth-largest Chinese community, the community's homes have a lovely Asian feel to them.
Chinatown's residents have access to all the necessary amenities to lead a comfortable lifestyle. From medicine shops and groceries to gift shops, shopping destinations, and outdoor activity areas – you have access to them all when you live in this neighbourhood.
Concerning public transport, Chinatown is well-connected with the rest of the city. LRTs, roadways, and frequent public transportation make it easy for residents to travel to other parts of the city.
Chinatown has an active community association that strives to ensure the betterment of the quality of life of this over 100-year-old Chinese community.
The Group at RE/MAX First is dedicated to helping you navigate the unique Chinatown real estate market. Our team of experienced agents is well-versed in the diverse housing options and vibrant cultural scene this community offers. Whether you're searching for an apartment, condo, or other property, we have the expertise to guide you. Chinatown's lively atmosphere and central location make it an attractive place to live. Trust The Group at RE/MAX First for all your Chinatown homes for sale needs.
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Contact UsAmenities in Chinatown — Live, Work, & Play
Parks —
Calgary is known for its parks, and it's no different in Chinatown. Families have access to several parks in the area. For children, the Riverfront Park on Riverfront Avenue SW, James Short Park on 4th Avenue SW, and the Sien Lok Park & Riverwalk are fitted with modern and safe playground equipment. The Sien Lok Park & Riverwalk also has a trail for walkers and joggers.
Chinatown is nestled among the Prince's Island Park's network of pathways. The park, located on 4th Street and 1st Avenue SW, is a gorgeous downtown area popular with Chinatown's residents and known for the events held annually. The park has an environmental educational pathway that winds around a constructed wetland. The park also has a playground, rink, trails, picnic facilities, and facilities for skiing and snowboarding.
Shopping —
For shopping, Chinatown's residents are a few minutes away by foot from several shopping destinations. Dragon City Mall on Centre Street S is a lovely shopping mall with over 150 brand shops, restaurants, and services.
Eau Claire Market is another well-known shopping destination offering a fantastic mix of specialty shops, boutiques, restaurants, and services – including a psychic studio.
Fitness —
GYMVMT Fitness Club – Calgary Place on 3rd Street SW is an excellent health club and is a short, ten-minute walk from Chinatown. One of the area's most sophisticated and elegant gyms, it is one of the most convenient and best gyms for personal training, group fitness, group cycling, and nutrition programs. The club also has a steam room, infrared sauna, and locker room.
Restaurants and bars —
Chinatown's residents have access to over 150 restaurants, bars, and cafés in the neighbourhood. When you live in Chinatown, you can reach an average of 24 restaurants/bars/cafés in five minutes. People here love socializing, so visiting restaurants, cafés, and bars is commonplace. Some must-try places in the area include:
- Tiger Sugar – a bubble tea shop.
- Point Sushi – Bullet Train Sushi Bar – is a sushi restaurant that serves up sushi on a conveyor belt and offers a pick of fresh sushi and cooked dishes.
- Silver Dragon Restaurant – is an old-world, family-owned Chinese restaurant known for its dim sum and Cantonese and Sichuan food.
- JOEY Eau Claire – a contemporary restaurant in Eau Claire Market, serving international and regional dishes.
General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Chinatown?
Avenue Magazine Rankings
Avenue Calgary ranked Chinatown 88th on its list of most desirable neighbourhoods in 2020. Scores for various neighbourhood characteristics and amenities are as follows:
- Overall rank for Best Neighbourhoods 2020: 88
- Restaurant access points: 287
- Public recreation facility access points: 6
- Parks and green space points: 4
- Pathway points: 15
- WalkScore: 79
- TransitScore: 86
Interesting Facts about Chinatown
Schools In or Near Chinatown
Public Schools
- Langevin School (kindergarten, elementary, middle, high)
- Connaught School (kindergarten, elementary)
- École de la Rose Sauvage (elementary, middle, high)
- Piitoaysis Family School (kindergarten, elementary)
- Western Canada High School (high)
- Mount Royal School (middle, high)
- Jack James High School (high)
- Willow Park School (elementary, middle, high)
Catholic Schools
- St. Monica School (kindergarten, elementary, middle, high)
- Sacred Heart School (kindergarten, elementary)
- St. Margaret School (kindergarten, elementary, middle, high)
- Holy Name French Immersion School (kindergarten, elementary)
- St. Mary's High School (high)
- École Ste-Marguerite-Bourgeoys (kindergarten, elementary, middle, high)
Private Schools
- Delta West Academy
- North Point School for Boys
Demographics
In 2016, approximately 1,570 people lived in Chinatown. Today, the population has increased slightly. A large percentage (32%) of seniors between ages 65 and over live here in Chinatown. About 75% of the population comprises Canadian citizens, and the rest are non-Canadian. Only 30% of Chinatown's houses are owner-occupied, and the rest are rented.
Housing
Most of Chinatown's real estate developments took place between 1961 and 1990. There was some significant development again between 2011 and 2016. Chinatown is known for its high-rise condos, with many of them boasting Asian architecture. Fewer than 2% of apartments are less than five storeys. Chinatown's apartments are modern, and offer residents fantastic views of the river and the city – for an affordable price. You will also find luxurious apartments worth a couple of millions.
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Contact UsFAQs about Chinatown Real Estate and Neighborhood
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Will I feel safe in Chinatown? What is the crime like in the neighbourhood?
Crime in Chinatown is slightly higher than the national average, but most crimes involve vandalism and theft. Violent crimes are lower here than in many parts of the city. When you live in Chinatown, you have a 1 in 22 chance of becoming a victim of crime – which is lower than several other Calgary neighbourhoods. Residents feel safe with Fire Station 1 within the community and the District 1 Police Facility (Ramsay) less than three kilometres away.
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Where do I buy groceries?
Residents of Chinatown do not have to travel far for groceries. There are several convenience stores in the neighbourhood, within walking distance. Hang Fung Foods Ltd. On 3rd Avenue, SE is a small but fantastic Asian grocery store that offers excellent prices on its wide variety of groceries. Real Canadian Superstore on 6th Avenue SE offers a wide variety of groceries, pet supplies, household supplies, fresh produce, seafood, and so much more.
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Any there any cultural amenities nearby?
Chinatown itself oozes beautiful Chinese heritage. But one place that stands out from the rest is the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre Museum. The museum's roof is modelled after the Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China, and the interiors boast impressive and classical Chinese design and style.
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How do I get about Chinatown? What is public transport like in the neighbourhood?
Chinatown is Calgary's 9th most walkable neighbourhood, and most errands can be completed on foot. It has excellent biking infrastructure, which makes it convenient to bike for most trips. The area also has a reliable public transport system, making it easy for residents to travel to other parts of the city.
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Where can I find the nearest Library?
Located on 3rd ST SE the Central Library serves the community of Chinatown and has some amazing amenities not found in other libraries in the city. With several changing art exhibits, an Indigenous Languages Resource Centre, Indigenous Elder in residence, an artist in residence and more there’s always something new to see at the library