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Originally Posted by SeoulFire
A have zero problems with the bridge at all - I am probably one of the few that think it looks good and is useful.
My disdain stems from how every thread with a remote connection to central/suburban development get hijacked and the same arguments are put forth. Start an 'ongoing' thread if you like.
Personally I thought about buying near the core but what eventually made the decision for me is that downtown Calgary is a lifeless void that offers very little of the things that I enjoy. I chose not to pay a premium for something that may or may not improve in the future.
If I cannot have real density (if I choose to stay in Calgary) then I might as well have comfort. If I truly wanted urban living/density with a vibrant feel I would leave Calgary as it does not exist here.
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Three years ago, I would have agreed with you.
Lately I have been surprised with how much is going on downtown on weekends and after hours. Full restaurants, hard to find parking, visible people, you know, doing things.
(It still has a long way to go, but certainly no longer lifeless).