Company portrait
Profile and services
- Primary profession
- Real estate agent
- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Specialism
- –
- Other professions
- –
- Online consulting
- Not stated
- Coverage
- Regional
- Languages
- English
- Profile status
- Editorially documented
- Website
- www.charlesrealestate.ca/
Profile at a glance
- Profession
- Real estate agent
- Focus
- Not stated
- Location
- Calgary
- Languages
- English
- Online consulting
- Not stated
- Data as of
- 05/10/2026
- Google data checked
- 05/10/2026
What to look for in Calgary
With agents in Calgary, look for local knowledge of the neighbourhood, a transparent valuation and a clear contract. In Germany a licence under § 34c Trade Regulation Act is mandatory.
Editorial note for orientation – not legal or investment advice.
How the first contact works
- 1
Describe your goal: selling, letting or buying, property type and timeframe.
- 2
The office replies with questions and a proposed appointment.
- 3
Viewing or valuation appointment on site.
- 4
Agree the agency contract and commission in writing before instructing.
Common questions before you enquire
Who pays the commission on a purchase in Germany?
When flats and single-family houses are sold to consumers, the commission is generally split equally (§ 656c German Civil Code). The contract must be in text form.
Which documents should I prepare?
Land register extract, floor plans, floor area calculation, energy certificate and, for flats, the declaration of division and recent owners' meeting minutes.
Is the first estimate free?
Many agents offer a non-binding initial estimate. Ask beforehand whether any costs apply.
Key local offices in Calgary
- City of Calgary
Property assessment, permits and local services
- Government of Alberta
Housing law and municipal rules
Links to official websites; details may change.
Market data for Calgary
We do not publish our own price figures. Current prices, rents and land values come from the official sources below.
Guides on this topic
Selling property in Germany: step by step
From valuation to the notary appointment – what happens when you sell a flat or house.
Choosing the right estate agent
How to recognise qualifications, market knowledge and a fair agency agreement.
Agent's commission: who pays what?
The rules for buying and renting in Germany in brief.
Profile summary
Charles Real Estate Inc. at a glance
Charles Real Estate Inc. is a locally owned and operated real estate brokerage in Calgary, with an office on Elbow Drive. Its website describes the business as a boutique brokerage operating without a head office in another city or a franchise agreement. Its stated service area covers Calgary and the surrounding area.
The brokerage serves buyers and sellers of residential property, explicitly addressing both entry-level and luxury homes. The website presents a team with roles spanning real estate sales, management, conveyancing and commercial real estate leadership. Andy Jackson is listed as Managing Partner and Broker, while Spencer Stupka is identified as Managing Partner and Associate Broker.
The website includes a property search with filters for property type, location, price, bedrooms and bathrooms. Charles describes an approach intended to reflect each client's individual needs. Discretion, courteous communication and help with the details of buying or selling a home are central elements of the company's stated service philosophy.
Automatically summarised from the company's publicly available information, as of 05/10/2026. Not individually verified by the editors. Sources: charlesrealestate.ca, charlesrealestate.ca, charlesrealestate.ca
Services according to the company
- Assistance with residential property purchases
- Assistance with residential property sales
- Real estate brokerage for entry-level homes
- Real estate brokerage for luxury homes
- Online property search with property, location and price filters
- Arranging viewings, as described in reviews
- Support with purchase price negotiations, as described in reviews
- Support between offer and possession, as described in reviews
Editorial context
Working with a provider in Calgary – what matters
When choosing a real estate agent in Calgary, prospective clients should first establish the individual agent's experience with the relevant neighbourhood, property type and price range. Charles states that it serves both entry-level and luxury markets. It is therefore useful to discuss the assigned agent's particular focus rather than relying solely on the brokerage's overall offering.
For a purchase, search criteria, budget, viewing arrangements and support between the offer and possession should be discussed early. The supplied reviews mention attention to technical building details and help coordinating with other parties. These experiences do not replace an independent technical inspection. Buyers should ask which tasks the agent handles and when additional specialists should be involved.
For sellers, a clearly explained pricing assessment, the proposed marketing approach and agreed communication channels are important discussion points. Condominiums and new-build projects also appear in the reviews, making relevant experience and the planned process useful topics to explore.
Before engaging an agent, clients should also obtain clear explanations of fees, included services, agreement duration and responsibilities. The supplied website extracts do not provide specific terms on these points. Google reviews can offer insights into communication and support, but a selection of positive experiences does not represent every client interaction or establish suitability for a particular project. An initial conversation can help align expectations with the proposed scope of service.
Editorial context based on documented profile details, as of 05/10/2026. General information, not legal or investment advice.
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Source: Google, as of 05/10/2026
Questions & answers
Which areas does Charles Real Estate serve?
The website identifies Calgary and the surrounding area as its service area. Its office is on Elbow Drive in Calgary.
Does Charles handle only luxury properties?
No. The website explicitly addresses both entry-level and luxury homes and describes assistance with buying and selling residential property.
What evidence is available about support for first-time buyers?
One supplied review describes a first-home purchase with Spencer. It mentions defining search criteria, arranging viewings, negotiations and support between the offer and possession. This is an individual account, not a binding commitment about services.
Are there accounts of condominium sales and new-build projects?
Yes. Reviews describe condominium sales with Marianne Arquillano-Baptie and Kayla Hagen. Another account describes support from Kayla Hagen with new-build projects. The specific scope of assistance for a prospective client's project should be requested directly through the contact form.
What commissions and agreement durations apply?
The supplied sources do not state commissions, other fees or agreement durations. These terms should be requested directly through the contact form.
Experiences & reviews
Experiences and reviews of Charles Real Estate Inc.
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Reviews on our site
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Google reviews of the company
5.0out of 5 on Google · 221 reviews
For these 221 reviews Google only publishes the overall score and count, no breakdown by stars and at most 5 individual review texts. A star distribution could therefore not be substantiated. As of 05/10/2026.
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Critical voices
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Selected reviews on Google
The supplied Google data reports a rating of 5 out of 5 from 221 reviews. Across the provided selection of five reviews, all rated five stars, recurring themes include personal support, clear guidance through buying or selling, and professional and market knowledge. Several accounts highlight attention to detail, responsiveness or help during stressful circumstances. The experiences described include first-home purchases, condominium sales and support with new-build projects. Some reviewers mention returning to the same agent or recommending them to others. No critical experiences appear in this selection; this does not establish the content of all 221 reviews.
We bought our first house with Spencer based on a recommendation from a family member and couldn't be happier. He helped us through the entire process start to finish, from deciding what's important to us and scheduling showings, to pointing out details on houses and negotiating with the selling realtor. We were especially impressed with how much Spencer supported us during the stressful period between offer and possession in dealing with insurance, house inspector, lawyers, mortgage lenders, and more. We love our new home but if we ever move, we'll know where to find help.
The experience my husband and I had with Charles Real Estate was nothing short of exceptional. This was our second time going through and buying a home but our first time selling. Our relator Kayla, was amazing. She not only knew the market but the amount of support she provided to us when we were going through things that were not the most normal/ideal for this experience. I can say without any doubt we would not have gotten anywhere without her and I will recommend her to anyone. She is someone that will always back her clients up, and provides so much authenticity and integrity that it makes me so lucky to be her client. Thank you again Kayla!!
Working with Caroline Pang was amazing. She is so kind, down to earth and honest. Not to mention knowledgeable! The first thing she would do when we visited a home is go downstairs and check the furnace, if there was poly b, if there could be radon. Things an excited home buyer could easily miss. I would 100% recommend Caroline, we recommended her to friends and they also purchased a new home with her. She went above and beyond, educated us and got us a great price!
We had the pleasure of working with Marianne Arquillano-Baptie while selling my sister in laws condo. Not only was she thorough and very communicative, she was simply a joy to work with. Any questions we had were answered almost immediately and we had all the information we needed to not only understand the process but get it done. Thank you so much Marianne!
My husband and I used Kayla Hagen as our realtor 7 years ago when we built our first home together. We had nothing but positive things to say about our experience back then. Fast forward to this year where Kayla once again helped us sell our condo, house and helped us build our forever home. There’s a reason we immediately reached out to Kayla to help us again, she’s so attentive, knowledgeable and you can tell that she really cares about her clients. Thank you Kayla for continuing to be a huge part of our journey!!
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Services in this field explained
A valuation estimates the price a property can achieve on the market, based on location, condition, size, fittings and comparable sales.
What does a valuation cost? Many agents offer an initial estimate free of charge. A formal market value report by a certified surveyor is paid; the fee depends on the property and effort.
When you sell, an agent handles valuation, exposé, viewings, negotiation and the notary appointment.
Who pays the agent's commission? When flats and single-family houses are sold to consumers, the commission is generally split between seller and buyer (§ 656c German Civil Code).
When letting, an agent takes care of listing, viewings, tenant selection and the tenancy agreement.
Who pays the agent when letting? Since 2015 the “orderer pays” principle applies to residential lettings: usually the landlord pays when they hired the agent.
Getting there
- SB Elbow DR @ 49 AV SW· ca. 80 m
- NB Elbow DR @ 50 AV SW· ca. 80 m
- SB Elbow DR @ 47 AV SW· ca. 130 m
- Elbow DR @ 47 AV SW· ca. 180 m
- NB Elbow DR @ 47 AV SW· ca. 230 m
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