Renting Downtown (and area) in Calgary - Advice!

[Cecil Terwilliger]

Originally Posted by Fuzz

Doesn't the fridge provide a nice barrier between the 2, though?

Based on what I've seen, no. All i know is that I have never lived in a home with a fridge or dishwasher quiet enough that I'd want it 6 inches from my TV. Not to mention I think it just looks ugly IMO.

I guess it makes for easy couch to fridge access for lazy people, so it isn't all bad.

[jwslam]

Originally Posted by Hack&Lube

Nope. Open concept is probably the best design trend in years.

Watching TV while doing the dishes or doing cooking is also a nice thing.

You're doing it wrong. The solution is always more and larger TV's.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally Posted by Table 5

We live here and we actually never go to Superstore. It's either:
Bridgeland Market or Luke's for quick/speciality items.
The Co-op up on 16th Ave for weekly items.
Costco for monthly trips.

We've been Click and Collecting at the Superstore for the whole pandemic. Zip into the heated parkade, pop the hatch, fill the car with complete mystery lottery produce and hope for the best.

BLM is awesome, but you must be rich.

Luke's is surprisingly useful and well priced, just annoying if strollers are in the equation, which is a temporary condition.

In the before times, CO-OP was our go-to. It is by far the worst CO-OP in the city, but they will be tearing it down soon and replacing it.

[puckedoff]

Originally Posted by Cecil Terwilliger

Also, am I the only one that loathes these new designs with the long kitchen where the fridge/dishwasher are right next to the TV/living room area?

I can't think of a worse design.

Agreed, one thing to keep in mind is if the inside of your kitchen is visible from front door, you have to keep it way cleaner in case someone drops by. (I mean, if people start doing that again post-covid).

[Table 5]

Originally Posted by Bill Bumface

We've been Click and Collecting at the Superstore for the whole pandemic. Zip into the heated parkade, pop the hatch, fill the car with complete mystery lottery produce and hope for the best.

We've had poor results with Click and Collect, as over half the time it's resulted in us having to go back to the store anyway because they fail to include key items. Easier to just mask up and go inside.

[Cecil Terwilliger]

Anyone live in the Rouleau buildings in Mission? That location intrigues me and I like the unit layout. But the google reviews are mixed at best, but that seems normal.

Anyone with recent first hand experience?

[Bigtime]

Originally Posted by Bill Bumface

We've been Click and Collecting at the Superstore for the whole pandemic. Zip into the heated parkade, pop the hatch, fill the car with complete mystery lottery produce and hope for the best.

Originally Posted by Table 5

We've had poor results with Click and Collect, as over half the time it's resulted in us having to go back to the store anyway because they fail to include key items. Easier to just mask up and go inside.

They must love Sunnysiders more, we've had great success with Click and Collect at East Village.

My only complaint about that location is the parking garage sensor does not register bikes. You have to wait for a car.

[Sainters7]

Great thread, I'm about to move in June and am looking at the exact same area. Lots of good advice in here.

[Bill Bumface]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

They must love Sunnysiders more, we've had great success with Click and Collect at East Village.

My only complaint about that location is the parking garage sensor does not register bikes. You have to wait for a car.

We had a couple issues when they first opened up, but it's been fairly flawless for us since.

Can you see the induction loop for the parkade entrance? I find usually riding right on the edge at decent speed will do it on those. Maybe it's got something new and fancy.

[Bigtime]

Originally Posted by Bill Bumface

We had a couple issues when they first opened up, but it's been fairly flawless for us since.

Can you see the induction loop for the parkade entrance? I find usually riding right on the edge at decent speed will do it on those. Maybe it's got something new and fancy.

Oh yeah, I tried all that the first time I rode there for a pickup. No luck.

Also their folks that call you on the phone the day of your order are insanely nice.

[Voodooman]

Originally Posted by GirlySports

Wait, there's a Superstore downtown? what the...
I need to make a trip.

No, there isn't. Everyone gets a little confused. Please continue to shop at the Superstore closest to your chosen home location.

Rest assured, if a Superstore does open in the downtown area, we latte sippers will be sure to let you know.

[Voodooman]

Originally Posted by Bigtime

Dominion could be a game changer for rentals in Calgary. A real emphasis on shared spaces that are actually functional, dedicated secure drop boxes for Amazon/online deliveries. And all wrapped up in probably the best looking design in the city right now.

I was blown away when I toured it, and it was an easy decision to make. I even remarked that the building was what I would expect in an actual city, not Calgary. The design features are phenomenal, and the whole building is well thought out. Pretty great views on the west side of the building as well.

Hopefully they will find a tenant for the purpose built restaurant space in the lobby. It would seem like a no-brainer post Covid. Lots of high density buildings in the area. I think a casual pub sort of concept could really take off there.

[Igottago]

I lived in the west side of the beltline (Connaught) from about 2012-13, and then just shy of 4 years in the heart of the beltline nearer central memorial park. I preferred the latter location, it was a little closer to the core where I would walk to and from work every day, where as the western beltline part I'd generally have to jump on the C-train.
I was also a very quick step away from the best parts of 17th Ave or very quickly to Stephen Ave, it was perfect. Part of my years in downtown Calgary I was single, and part of it in a relationship, but in either case it was great to be close to work and the vast majority of my social activities. Some of the best times of my life were living in that area. By the time I left you could definitely feel the economic downturn having its impact on the vibrancy of the area, but I'm sure it'll come back at some point.

[ryeguy252]

I have a 1 bedroom in Eau Claire available for rent in the waterfront towers. Quiet location facing 2nd street. Bow River pathways 1 block away, plus 15 connection across street that connects through downtown and to train stations. Doing viewings this weekend if anyone is interested.

https://www.rentfaster.ca/127584

[undercoverbrother]

This has me wondering what the average rent is downtown/beltline.

I had a 1 bedroom just behind the Wicked Wedge, the cost was $300 all in/month. This was mid/late 90's.

What do 1 bedroom places go for now?

[jroc]

Originally Posted by Sainters7

Great thread, I'm about to move in June and am looking at the exact same area. Lots of good advice in here.

If you have similar requirements to Cecil, I have a great 2 bedroom unit in Victoria Park! : https://www.rentfaster.ca/ab/calgary...riendly/409462

CP discounts available!

[topfiverecords]

We also do the EV Superstore click and collect, and it's no good. Don't go there. They never have any of what we order and the parkade is always full. It also takes forever. Horrible service. Please don't go.

[Cecil Terwilliger]

Originally Posted by ryeguy252

I have a 1 bedroom in Eau Claire available for rent in the waterfront towers. Quiet location facing 2nd street. Bow River pathways 1 block away, plus 15 connection across street that connects through downtown and to train stations. Doing viewings this weekend if anyone is interested.

https://www.rentfaster.ca/127584

Nice unit. But I have a cat.

[Regular_John]

Originally Posted by Igottago

I lived in the west side of the beltline (Connaught) from about 2012-13, and then just shy of 4 years in the heart of the beltline nearer central memorial park. I preferred the latter location, it was a little closer to the core where I would walk to and from work every day, where as the western beltline part I'd generally have to jump on the C-train.
I was also a very quick step away from the best parts of 17th Ave or very quickly to Stephen Ave, it was perfect. Part of my years in downtown Calgary I was single, and part of it in a relationship, but in either case it was great to be close to work and the vast majority of my social activities. Some of the best times of my life were living in that area. By the time I left you could definitely feel the economic downturn having its impact on the vibrancy of the area, but I'm sure it'll come back at some point.

I worked right by Central Memorial Park from 2012-2016 and loved being that area day to day. It’s really does feel like the 5km radius includes everything you’d really need or want to do 99% of the time.

[peter12]

Originally Posted by Voodooman

I'll second all the Bridgeland suggestions. I've lived in Inglewood forever, and am moving to Bridgeland in the near future. I see it as up and coming, with great access to downtown (including walking distance to the Superstore). It is beginning to densify, and with that will come more restaurants, bars and services.

This is the building I'm moving into:

https://www.rentfaster.ca/ab/calgary...riendly/448182

Full amenities, and unlike a lot of stuff in Calgary. Cool design and great location...

$1950 for a two bedroom in a new cool building. Haha kill me.