Neighbourhood Spotlight: Altadore

Posted by Justin Havre on Tuesday, April 7th, 2015 at 11:17am.

Altadore is a community that's located in SW Calgary. It is known for its very luxurious properties. Here you will find three types of homes. Residential estates, contemporary townhomes and updated heritage homes. Recently it has undergone a redevelopment which has given it a boost in the areas of charm and value.

About Altadore

The Altadore was established in the 1950's which gave it a very elegant charm. That same charm is still present today. It has simply be updated to look more sophisticated and state of the art.

The Altadore community is one of the biggest inner city communities in all of Calgary. It has plenty of parkland space and the residential lots are very wide. They are the types of lots you would usually only see in suburban neighbourhoods.

There are over 9,000 residents that live in this area making it one of the more populous communities Calgary has to offer. The average annual income is over $55,000 and the economic position is very diverse.

Parks

When living in the Altadore neighbourhood you will have easy access to two very popular locations: Sandy Beach Parks and the Altadore River Park. Both parks are picturesque and give you a great view of the downtown skyline. You will also be able to see the lush riverside foliage. It is these two things that make this a one of a kind experience.

You will have nearby access to a variety of different amenities including park trails, river trails, Marda Loop (a very upscale shopping district), Mount Royal University and a host of schools for children.

Overall, it is a complete community that can satisfy you on many different levels. If you are interested in purchasing a condo or house in the area, contact a local realtor for listings and prices.

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