Chinatown

Chinatown

Chinatown is a district located in Downtown East Village. The community is Calgary’s Chinese Cultural Centre. Traditional Chinese architecture can be found in the whole community.

Chinatown Real Estate Statistics

Average Price	$410K
Lowest Price	$135K
Highest Price	$899K
Total Listings	35
Avg. Days On Market	49
Avg. Price/SQFT	$596

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$899,000

↓ $39,000

401, 51 Waterfront Mews Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,154 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2118322

CIR Realty

$675,000

↓ $24,900

1102, 128 2 Street Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 892 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2139125

Jessica Chan Real Estate & Management Inc.

$655,000

804, 118 Waterfront Court Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 835 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2159002

Real Broker

$629,900

207, 138 Waterfront Court Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 754 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2150402

Greater Property Group

$598,000

↓ $21,000

604, 128 2 Street Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 870 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2140855

First Place Realty

$588,000

1615, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 834 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2145667

C-Luxury Realty Ltd.

$517,900

↓ $10,100

1227, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 872 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2144619

Royal LePage Solutions

$499,900

509, 108 2 Street Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 808 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2141504

KT Capital Realty Inc.

$499,000

404, 128 2 Street Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 863 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2144969

RE/MAX First

$495,000

908, 205 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 862 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2136228

Charles

$479,900

601, 118 Waterfront Court Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 668 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2159410

2% Realty

$450,000

808, 205 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 863 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2160125

CIR Realty

$409,900

1726, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 618 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2152301

CIR Realty

$408,000

↓ $10,000

401, 205 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,028 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2149446

Century 21 Bravo Realty

$379,000

↓ $9,000

555, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 609 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2150033

TrustPro Realty

New

$375,000

706, 118 Waterfront Court Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 522 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2163892

RE/MAX Real Estate (Central)

$374,000

↓ $9,000

1426, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 622 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2137307

eXp Realty

$369,900

514, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 671 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2160410

Real Estate Professionals Inc.

$360,000

606, 205 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 793 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2151842

Charles

$359,400

↓ $400

617, 222 Riverfront Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 660 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2140688

RE/MAX Realty Professionals

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Amenities in Chinatown

Chinatown is a vibrant, iconic community conveniently located in downtown Calgary, Alberta. Homeowners looking for a bustling neighbourhood with modern amenities will love Chinatown. Located a block from the Bow River, Chinatown features a museum and gallery at the Calgary Chinese Cultural Centre, along with a pagoda and sculptures at Sien Lok Park.

Bordered to the north by the popular RiverWalk, Chinatown offers an array of shops, businesses, and authentic restaurants serving up specialties like barbecue pork buns and bubble tea.

Within a short drive, residents can be at some of Calgary’s most popular attractions like Calgary Zoo, Calgary Tower, or Prince’s Island Park. At night, residents can immerse themselves in the buzzing nightlife of downtown Calgary.

Chinatown Fitness and Recreation Opportunities

Chinatown is close to a number of nearby gyms including Anytime Fitness, World Gym, GoodLife Fitness, and GYMVMT! Access to gym equipment, personal training, targeted lessons, and group classes are all at your fingertips. From yoga and pilates to HIIT and kickboxing, you’ll be covered.

Scotiabank Saddledome, the stadium home of hockey’s Calgary Flames, is a 5-minute drive away so anyone who likes being close to all the action will appreciate this amenity. Catch hockey games, concerts, shows, and events, all year round!

Chinatown is a short drive from Shaganappi Point Golf Course, an expansive course that boasts amazing views of downtown Calgary and overlooks the south bank of the Bow River. This golf course features 18 holes, a putting green, and a small clubhouse with a licensed snack bar.

Chinatown is just a 6-minute drive from Calgary Zoo and TELUS Spark Science Centre. The science centre features interactive museum exhibits, a children’s play area, and an HD planetarium theatre. Calgary Zoo features a wide variety of animals and a park filled with model dinosaurs.

Chinatown Shopping and Dining

Chinatown is a bustling, active community filled with endless restaurants, bars, and cafes. From bubble tea and coffee to pho and ramen, you can satisfy any craving at a range of Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Chinese restaurants.

Dragon City Mall is full of all kinds of unique shops. Stop by Rainbow Bakery, a local family- owned business selling BBQ pork buns, egg tarts, and other fluffy sweet treats.

TD Square is just a 5-minute drive away. This airy, upscale, multi-story shopping mall features high-end designer shops, restaurants, and a food court. Shop from names like Harry Rosen, Sephora, Chanel, and Holt Renfrew. The mall has a variety of dining options including Cactus Club and The Metropolitan.

17th Ave Retail and Entertainment District is also nearby, a sprawling entertainment district home to tons of local and diverse businesses ranging from award-winning cuisine to accessory boutiques. Unleash your inner foodie at trendy taco joints and locavore eateries. Once the sun sets, be immersed in nightlife that consists of live music, craft beer pubs, and dance clubs.

Schools Serving Chinatown

Chinatown provides a variety of schooling options for children. Choose from public, catholic, or private schools for elementary, middle school, or high school programs.

Public school options include Mount Royal School, Langevin, Ramsay, Williams Reid, and Crescent Heights High School.

Catholic school options include St. Isidore School, Sacred Heart, St. Michael, St. Monica, Holy Name, Bishop Carroll High School, and St. Mary’s High School.

Private school options include North Point School for Boys and Montessori School of Calgary.

Childcare options around Chinatown include Chapter1 Daycare and Preschool, Bow Valley Child Care Centre, among others.

Transportation in Chinatown

Chinatown residents have access to Calgary Transit bus routes 62, 64, 109, 116, 142, and 300. The nearest LRT Station is EB Centre Street Station.

Chinatown FAQs

What is the population of Chinatown?

The population of Chinatown is 2,843.

Is there a local community association in Chinatown?

Chinatown does not currently have a community association, but they do have a website that acts as a hub for all community news and events.

How long is the commute to downtown Calgary?

The commute from Chinatown to downtown Calgary takes 3 minutes by car or 7 minutes by public transportation.

What is the average household income in Chinatown?

The average household income in Chinatown is $58,157.

Is Chinatown a safe place to live?

The violent crime rates in Chinatown are 15% lower than the Calgary average.

Chinatown Community Information

Chinatown is a district located in Downtown East Village. The community is Calgary’s Chinese Cultural Centre. Traditional Chinese architecture can be found in the whole community.

Hospitals and Clinics Serving Chinatown

Chinatown is a 17-minute drive from Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre. There are nearby options for a variety of therapies and specialty health clinics. Nearby pet hospitals are located just outside of the downtown core and include Bridgeland Vet Clinic and VCA Canada 17th Avenue Animal Hospital.

Quick Facts About Chinatown

Quadrant: Downtown Calgary
Population: 2,843
Density (Individuals Per Square KM): 8,250
Violent crime rates are 15% lower than the Calgary average.

Chinatown Parks and Outdoors

Chinatown has a few parks in the general vicinity, Sien Lok Park, Harmony Park, and Olympic Plaza.

Sien Lok Park is a Chinese cultural park located south of the Bow River Pathway in downtown Calgary. Park features include an entrance flanked by two Chinese lions, a pagoda, a concrete tai chi area, sculptures, benches, and a playground.

Olympic Plaza is a beautiful destination for downtown workers to enjoy their lunch break. Originally built for the 1988 Olympic Winter Games, this space now hosts many special events and festivals throughout the year.

Prince’s Island Park is a great spot for a day trip and is just across the Bow River. This beautiful highly used park holds many large events throughout the year including the Canada Day Celebration and Calgary Folk Festival. Park features include picnic areas, flower gardens, a playground, pathways, hiking trails, an off-leash park, and the River Cafe. During the winter enjoy cross-country skiing and outdoor skating.

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