Harvard Towers

Amenities: Heat and Water Included • Elevator • Quiet Building

Suite and Building:

- One-bedroom and two-bedroom suites
- Suites come with appliances such as stove, oven and fridge
- Elevator
- Balconies
- Cable ready
- Controlled access
- Laundry... facilities
- Heat and water included
 

Neighbourhood:

- Conveniently located in the heart of Mission and just steps away from 4th Street and 17th Avenue, home to some of Calgary's best restaurants, cafes and shops
- Close to major bus route #3, providing easy commuting options
- Direct access to bike paths and just two blocks from scenic Elbow River walking trails
- Walking distance to Lindsay Park and the MNP Community and Sports Centre, Calgary's premiere fitness and recreation facility
- Only three blocks from Safeway for convenient grocery shopping
- Just 1.5 km from the downtown core
- Located within the Western Canada High School district, which ranks among Alberta's top 16 high schools
 

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.
 

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

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

Special Offer:

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About the Property

Discover your new home at Harvard Towers apartments, where modern living meets urban convenience. Ideally situated in Calgary, our community offers a range of spacious apartments designed with your lifestyle in mind. Harvard Towers apartments is ready to welcome you home!

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!

Location Details:

Downtown Calgary is the heart of the city; it’s dense, walkable, and full of energy. Blending historic neighbourhoods with modern high-rise living, living downtown gives renters access to the city’s best restaurants, nightlife, parks, and transit within minutes. Areas like the Beltline, Mission, and Lower Mount Royal anchor the quadrant, offering a mix of trendy condo towers, renovated walk-ups, and established residential streets that appeal to young professionals, students, and anyone who wants to be close to the action.

It's easy to understand why apartments for rent in downtown Calgary are in such high demand. All the daily essentials are right at your doorstep. Whether you’re grabbing groceries, meeting friends for a coffee, or walking to the office, most errands can be done on foot. It’s one of Calgary’s most accessible and well-connected areas, with a high concentration of amenities and quick access to the CTrain, major bus routes, and key commuter corridors.

The downtown lifestyle also comes with a sense of energy and convenience that’s hard to find in suburban neighbourhoods. Between its established communities, strong rental demand, and wide range of housing options, the downtown core continues to be one of Calgary’s most convenient and desirable places to live.


Safety and Emergency Services

Safety is one of the biggest considerations in any city centre, and Calgary’s downtown benefits from being one of the most actively monitored and serviced areas in the city. The neighbourhoods surrounding the Beltline, Mission, Cliff Bungalow, and Lower Mount Royal see a steady flow of foot traffic, local businesses, and residential activity, which helps create a lived-in environment rather than an empty business district after hours.

Calgary Police maintain a strong presence in the downtown area, with frequent patrols and quick response times. Streets are generally well-lit, especially along major corridors like 17 Ave SW, 4 St SW, and 1 St SE, where restaurants, cafés, and retail add to the sense of activity and visibility at night. Many mid- and high-rise apartments in the area feature controlled entry, secure parking, and on-site management, which adds more peace of mind for renters.

Access to emergency medical care is another important advantage of living downtown. The Foothills Medical Centre and Rockyview General Hospitalare all within a short drive, but downtown dwellers benefit most from being close to Sheldon M. Chumir Health Centre, located directly in the Beltline. This facility offers 24/7 urgent care, mental health services, and on-site diagnostic imaging, making it a major resource for anyone seeking easy access to medical care.


Getting around

One of the biggest advantages when you rent an apartment in downtown Calgary is that everything you need is close by!

- Commuting: Walking or biking to work is common, with dedicated lanes and pathways connecting the core to major office hubs along Stephen Avenue, Eau Claire, and the Beltline. Key destinations like the Downtown Commercial Core, City Hall, and major corporate towers are often just minutes away on foot, depending on the neighbourhood. Those who work outside the core also benefit from being right next to the city’s main road networks: Crowchild Trail, Memorial Drive, Macleod Trail, and 17 Ave SW/SE are all easily accessible, helping reduce travel time during rush hour.
- Public Transit: Public transit is a major strength in the area. The CTrain’s Red and Blue Lines run directly through the core, with stations at Downtown West/Kerby, 7 Street SW, 6 Street SW, 3 Street SW, and City Hall/Bow Valley College. Transit-oriented neighbourhoods like the Downtown West End, Mission, and the Beltline give residents short, reliable connections to the University of Calgary, SAIT, the Saddledome, hospitals, and the city’s northern and southern employment areas. Multiple bus routes also run along key corridors such as 4 St SW, 17 Ave SW, and 9 Ave SE, making it easy to get around without a car.
- Walkability: The Beltline consistently ranks among Calgary’s most walkable neighbourhoods, with grocery stores, cafés, fitness studios, restaurants, and parks clustered within a few blocks. Mission and Cliff Bungalow offer a similar experience, combining quiet residential streets with nearby amenities along 4 St SW and 17 Ave SW. Bikeability is equally strong thanks to Calgary’s protected cycle tracks and the Bow River pathway system, which makes running errands or commuting on two wheels safer and more convenient.

For anyone searching for car-optional living, Calgary’s Downtown continues to offer the strongest combination of transportation options and proximity to daily essentials in the city.


Schools and Childcare

There is a solid network of schools and childcare options in and around the inner city.


Public and Catholic Schools

- Connaught School (K–6): Located in the Beltline, and less than a 5-minute walk from our Peyto Apartments property, is one of the main public elementary schools in the area.
- Mount Royal School (7–9): Positioned near Lower Mount Royal and Bankview, offering a convenient middle-school option. The Mount Royal and Garrison Apartments are both within easy walking distance.
- Western Canada High School (10–12): One of Calgary’s largest and best-known high schools, located in the Beltline and easily accessible from Mission, Cliff Bungalow, and Mount Royal. The Winston, Forest Hills, and The Stanley are all just a short distance away.
- St. Mary’s High School (10–12): A centrally located Catholic high school near Mission, serving families across the downtown and inner-south neighbourhoods. Located in Mission, St. Mary’s is easy to get to by bus Read More