2128, 8 Bridlecrest Drive SW,
Calgary, Alberta
Positioned in Bridlewood, this two-bedroom condominium offers over 700 square feet of living space in a southwest Calgary community known for accessible green spaces and family-oriented amenities. Parks and playgrounds sit within easy reach, along with neighbourhood shopping and schools that anchor daily routines. The building includes dedicated parking—a practical advantage in this price point. At $275,000, the home presents an entry opportunity into a quiet, established pocket of the city where mature streetscapes and thoughtful planning create a sense of settled calm. Whether you're stepping into ownership for the first time or simplifying without sacrificing convenience, Bridlewood's walkable character and proximity to everyday essentials frame a grounded, livable rhythm.
Inside the home
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Every down-payment, mapped
| Scenario | Down | Mortgage | Monthly | Income req. | Rate · amort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Min. Down + $10,450 CMHC | $13,750 | $271,700 | $1,465 /mo | $65,000 | 4.24% · 25 yr |
10% + $7,673 CMHC | $27,500 | $255,173 | $1,376 /mo | $62,000 | 4.24% · 25 yr |
15% + $6,545 CMHC | $41,250 | $240,295 | $1,295 /mo | $59,000 | 4.24% · 25 yr |
20% | $55,000 | $220,000 | $1,204 /mo | $55,000 | 4.39% · 25 yr |
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Life around 8 Bridlecrest Drive SW.
Bridlewood's appeal lives in the everyday rhythms you settle into here. A four-minute walk brings you to Sobeys, where you'll run into neighbours debating avocados on weekday evenings, while Nikos Pizza—six minutes on foot and beloved for its golden, blistered crusts—becomes your Friday shortcut when cooking feels like too much. The Fit Foundation sits practically next door, a rare find if you've got active kids who need somewhere constructive to burn energy after school. It's a neighbourhood that doesn't ask you to drive for the basics, which means more time at home and less time managing errands.
Restaurants
Top 3 within 1.5 km"Kamal the manager, she is the utmost polite; caring and generous lady I've ever met. I feel like she needs to be recognized for her…"
"Cheaper than Kinjo by $3/roll!!!"
"It was our first time trying Nikos, it was a 10 min drive past our usual pizza restaurant but worth the extra time. The pizza was…"
Recreation
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