Beltline, Calgary · MLS® A2353941
222
1,132 sq ft · Condo · Single Family · built 2009 · 2 days on market
listed by Mark John, RE/MAX First
A RARE TWO-STOREY PENTHOUSE WITH SPECTACULAR DOWNTOWN VIEWS! Experience elevated urban living in this stunning penthouse occupying the TOP TWO FLOORS of the iconic Colours by Battistella building! Offering 1130sf of beautifully designed living space, an incredible 150sf PRIVATE TERRACE, and panoramic views of Calgary's downtown skyline, and the added flexibility of a SHORT-TERM RENTAL being allowed in the building, this exceptional residence is anything but your typical downtown condo!The main level features a bright, open-concept living and dining area alongside a well-appointed kitchen complete with beautiful STONE COUNTERTOPS, a GAS COOKTOP, and an ICE MAKER. A full bathroom on this level adds extra convenience. Step outside onto your expansive private terrace - offering the perfect setting to entertain, unwind, or simply take in the breathtaking city views.Upstairs, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a spectacular ensuite bathroom, creating a wonderful separation between the main living and sleeping areas. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a generous WALK-IN CLOSET and a stunning ensuite with stone countertops and a built-in JACUZZI-STYLE AIR JET SOAKER TUB positioned beside the windows, allowing you to relax in the bath while enjoying panoramic views of the city! Upper floor IN-SUITE LAUNDRY complete this 2nd level.Additional highlights include CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING, high-end furnishings throughout, approximately $12,000 in MOTORIZED SMART BLINDS with blackout functionality in the primary bedroom, abundant in unit storage, and TWO TITLED PARKING STALLS in the FULLY ENCLOSED, SECURED & HEATED PARKADE.To top it off, this property is being SOLD FULLY FURNISHED! Currently set up as an Airbnb, this exceptional residence offers incredible flexibility for buyers looking for a completely move-in-ready downtown home, a furnished long-term rental, or an opportunity to explore short-term rentals.Located in an architecturally distinctive build ing, this incredible penthouse places you in the heart of Calgary's vibrant Beltline, just steps from some of the city's best restaurants, cafés, shopping, nightlife, and entertainment. Known for its striking contemporary design and colourful glass exterior, the PET-FRIENDLY COMPLEX also features a FOURTH FLOOR OUTDOOR TERRACE for residents and dedicated BICYCLE STORAGE. With downtown offices, 17th Avenue, transit, and Stampede Park all within easy reach, this unbeatable location offers the ultimate urban lifestyle!Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the skyline, entertaining on your private terrace, or soaking in the tub surrounded by spectacular city views, this one-of-a-kind penthouse offers a truly unique downtown living experience. An extraordinary opportunity to own a turnkey residence in the heart of Calgary!
20% down at 4.34% fixed (Ratehub.ca), 25 years; tax from the listing; strata fee from the listing.
Costs: mortgage $2,693 · tax $322 · strata $915 · insurance ~$35 · vacancy 3% · upkeep 5%.
Rent is today's market rent for a 2-bedroom in Calgary: CMHC's average there ($1,908) lowered by what new tenants pay against everyone in the Calgary area. (CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025; CMHC Rental Market Report 2025, table 6.0 (rents on units that turned over to a new tenant).) Houses usually rent for more than apartments. 25-year mortgage; rental purchases need at least 20% down.
Alberta has no cap on how much rent can rise, but only one increase a year, with three months' written notice for a monthly tenancy. alberta.ca
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Rapid transit: Victoria Park/Stampede CTrain station, 500 m (about 8 min walk); 1 Street Southwest CTrain station, 700 m (about 11 min walk).
about $4,110 a year
The asking price times Calgary's 2026 residential rate of 6.65 per $1,000 (municipal and education).
The listing shows $3,860 a year in property tax.
Estimate from Alberta Municipal Affairs mill rates. Leaves out local improvement levies and utilities; the municipality's tax notice is the real figure. Without the city's assessment this uses the asking price, so it's a rough guide.
Rapid transit: Victoria Park/Stampede CTrain station, 500 m (about 8 min walk); 1 Street Southwest CTrain station, 700 m (about 11 min walk).
Walkability 98/100 · Very walkable: most errands on foot
Within a 10 minute walk: 3 grocery stores, 115 places to eat or drink, 25 cafes, 11 parks and playgrounds, 3 schools, 5 pharmacies, 44 transit stops.
mihom score from OpenStreetMap places, by straight line distance.