The Britannia

Amenities: Renovated Suites • Quiet Building • Dog Wash Station • Solar Panels

Enjoy the convenience of living in a quiet environment!

• This property is built with concrete for better soundproofing and noise minimization between neighbours.
• Concrete buildings are effective at reducing noise due to their high density and mass.

We’re Open on Weekends!

• We offer suite viewings 7 days/week – book your appointment today!

When you rent with Avenue Living, you’re choosing the advantage. Enjoy…

• 24-hour resident service
• Three-day maintenance turnaround
• Professional cleaning & landscaping
• Refer-a-friend program
• AND even more benefits that make renting with us simple!

Special Offers:

Rent payment reporting to Equifax and flexible rent payments available | Powered by: Zenbase

Exclusive TELUS Offer: Save 25% on any Internet tier and Optik TV products as an ALC resident in Alberta.
Plus, enjoy fast fibre optic internet speeds in this property.

About the Property

The Britannia offers residents a refined living experience in one of Calgary’s most desirable neighbourhoods. Choose from one-, two-, or three-bedroom layouts, featuring modern kitchens with quartz countertops and a complete set of stainless-steel appliances in select units. Depending on which direction your suite faces, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of either the downtown skyline or the Calgary Golf & Country Club. With some incredible upgrades on the horizon, including a fitness centre, storage lockers, covered parking, and a dog wash station — this community is designed to make daily life more enjoyable and convenient. The building’s concrete construction reduces noise between neighbours, for a quieter, more private home.

Located in the heart of Windsor Park and Britannia, you’ll be steps away from boutique shops, gourmet markets, and inviting cafés. Families will appreciate the area’s excellent schools and daycare options, while professionals can enjoy an easy 10-minute commute downtown. With the Elbow River and Sandy Beach within walking distance, The Britannia strikes the perfect balance between urban living and easy access to green space.
 

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience while living with Avenue Living. Contact us today to schedule a showing or to learn more about how you can make this affordable apartment yours. We look forward to helping you find your next home sweet home!

Some of Calgary’s most desirable and in-demand neighbourhoods are located in the Southwest. With established inner-city neighbourhoods like Windsor Park and nature-adjacent communities like Woodlands, this quadrant offers residents a range of living experiences from a relaxed family setting to the height of urban convenience.

Community Safety

Southwest Calgary is considered a relatively calm part of the city with safe and well-maintained neighbourhoods.

Street lighting, regular municipal upkeep, and active community associations help maintain livability and reduce nuisances. For renters, this can foster a sense of security, especially in neighbourhoods where apartment buildings are well-maintained and designed for long-term occupancy.

Southwest Calgary is served by multiple Calgary Fire and EMS stations as well as Rockyview General Hospital, which offers inpatient care and emergency services.

Getting Around the City

• Commute Times : From central Southwest communities like Mayfair, Kingsland, and Haysboro, driving to downtown generally takes roughly 15–25 minutes, depending on traffic. For people working in the east end of the city (along the Glenmore corridor or in east-end industrial areas), quick access to major roadways makes the daily commute manageable.
• Transportation Infrastructure : Most of the Southwest benefits from connectivity to major roadways, including Macleod Trail, Glenmore Trail, Crowchild Trail, and the Stoney Trail ring road. These major routes provide convenient access across Calgary and beyond. Public transit is also broadly available in the quadrant with CTrain (Red Line) stations running along Macleod Trail and nearby corridors, and frequent buses linking neighbourhoods across the quadrant.
• Walkability & Bikeability : Walkability varies by neighbourhood. Areas closer to downtown, commercial corridors, and shopping centres tend to make it easier to run errands on foot, while the heavily residential pockets rely on access to public transit or a car. That said, Southwest Calgary benefits from a growing network of pathways and bikeways. City planners are working on improving neighbourhood bikeway routes in several communities, including Haysboro, Windsor Park, and Woodlands. The new pathways will provide safer travel options for walkers and cyclists.

Education

Southwest Calgary offers residents a range of educational and childcare options across its communities. Residents are served by public and Catholic schools operated by the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District.

• Childcare & Early Learning : There are many licensed daycare and preschool options throughout the quadrant, including the Thornhill Child Care at the Haysboro Community Centre.
• Elementary Schools : Elementary schools are well distributed throughout the area, with options like Windsor Park School and Louis Riel School serving grades K to 6.
• High Schools : Henry Wise Wood High School in Kelvin Grove serves many Southwest neighbourhoods and offers advanced placement options through the GATE program.
• Post-Secondary : Students and adult learners can enjoy straightforward commuting to Mount Royal University, alongside transit and driving options to SAIT and the University of Calgary.

Southwest Lifestyle

Retail & Services

Renting an apartment in Southwest Calgary gives you convenient access to essential services and retail hubs.

Notable shopping centres include CF Chinook Centre and Southcentre Mall. There are also a variety of smaller strip malls and storefronts in each community that offer essential services like pharmacies, medical clinics, banks, grocery stores, and more.

Parks & Recreation

There’s no shortage of green space in the Southwest, so if you value an active lifestyle and easy access to nature, this may be the quadrant for you.

• Fish Creek Provincial Park is within reach for residents of Woodlands and nearby communities, offering extensive walking, hiking, and biking opportunities.
• Glenmore Park is home to the scenic Glenmore Reservoir, which is surrounded by pathways and natural areas that create an attractive escape to nature without leaving the city.
• Community parks, playgrounds, sports fields, and off-leash areas are strewn across most neighbourhoods in the Southwest, supporting active lifestyles, family recreation, and pets alike.

Arts & Entertainment

Though primarily suburban, Southwest Calgary offers residents an abundant array of restaurants, cafés, and social venues. Many residents appreciate the balance of having a quieter home base while still being able to reach popular dining districts or downtown nightlife by car or transit.

Community associations in neighbourhoods like Haysboro and Braeside actively organize local sports leagues, clean-up days, and social events, contributing to a sense of belonging and neighbourly connection.

Community Makeup

Southwest Calgary tends to draw a mix of residents, including families attracted to green space and good schools; professionals commuting to downtown or south-side job hubs; older residents enjoying mature neighbourhoods; and renters looking for a balance of quiet residential living and practical access. Neighbourhoods in the Southwest each have a slightly different flavour, from tree-lined streets and modest homes to apartments near transit and shopping, giving renters flexibility and options based on their lifestyle and budget.

Future Development & Infrastructure

The Southwest Neighbourhood Bikeway project will expand active transportation routes across many communities (like Haysboro, Windsor Park, Braeside, and Southwood), improving walking and cycling connectivity.

Growth in retail and services in major hubs continues, bringing new amenities to the quadrant.