Business Details
43 Years
experience
Calgary's Trusted Commercial Real Estate Partners
Established in 1983, CMS Real Estate has served Calgary's commercial and industrial real estate needs for over four decades. Our team of accredited professionals combines deep local market knowledge with a commitment to personalized service, delivering tailored solutions for buyers, sellers, landlords, and tenants. With expertise spanning property management, mortgage brokerage, and condominium management, we prioritize client trust through transparent communication and ethical practices.Our family-owned business maintains long-standing relationships with clients, some dating back to our founding, and continues to innovate while upholding core values of integrity and quality. As a boutique brokerage, we offer creative solutions and dedicated support, ensuring clients receive comprehensive guidance through every transaction and management process.
Services
Commercial Sales
Industrial Leasing
Property Management
Mortgage Brokerage
Condo Management
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of Calgary commercial real estate expertise
- Our full-service brokerage handles sales, leasing, management, and financing
- Client trust built through transparent communication since 1983
- Creative solutions from our boutique brokerage structure
- Local market specialists serving Calgary and surrounding Alberta areas
Associations and certifications
- CCIM
- CPA
- CMA
- CSS
What people say
Dependable and reliable
Extensive market knowledge
Transparent communication
Long-term relationships
Creative solutions
Services
Commercial Sales
Our commercial sales team provides expert representation for buyers and sellers. We conduct comprehensive market analyses to determine optimal pricing strategies and facilitate smooth transactions. With decades of Calgary market experience, we connect clients with suitable commercial properties while ensuring transparent negotiations and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Industrial Leasing
We specialize in industrial property leasing solutions for tenants and landlords. Our team negotiates favorable lease terms while considering operational requirements and market conditions. We maintain detailed knowledge of Calgary's industrial spaces, helping clients find facilities that match their specific needs for production, storage, or distribution operations.
Property Management
Our property management services cover commercial, industrial, and investment properties. We handle tenant relations, maintenance coordination, financial reporting, and budget management. With specialized expertise in condominium management, we ensure properties maintain their value while meeting owners' financial and operational objectives through proactive maintenance and professional administration.
Mortgage Brokerage
We provide commercial and industrial mortgage brokerage services tailored to clients' financial needs. Our accredited brokers help secure financing with competitive rates and favorable terms. We guide clients through loan applications, property valuations, and financing options while maintaining relationships with major lending institutions to ensure access to diverse mortgage products.
Condo Management
Our specialized condominium management services cater to residential, commercial, and industrial condo corporations. We handle budget planning, maintenance coordination, owner communications, and compliance with bylaws. Our team ensures smooth operations through transparent financial management and proactive problem-solving while maintaining properties to the highest standards.
People
Gerry Macdonald Sr.
Owner, President, CCIM, Real Estate Broker
With over 40 years in Calgary's real estate market, Gerry Macdonald Sr. leads CMS Real Estate as President. His expertise spans commercial/residential brokerage and mortgage services. A CCIM designee, he focuses on strategic growth while maintaining the company's founding principles of integrity and client service.
Maureen Macdonald
Owner, CPA, CMA, CSS, Associate Broker
Co-owner Maureen Macdonald brings accounting expertise as a CPA and CMA to property management. Her dual qualifications ensure financial rigor in managing commercial and residential properties. Recognized for exceptional client service, she specializes in condominium management and financial oversight.
Gerry Macdonald Jr.
BBA, Associate Broker
Gerry Macdonald Jr. manages commercial/residential transactions and property management. With a BBA degree and mortgage brokerage experience, he provides comprehensive real estate solutions. His local market knowledge helps clients navigate Calgary's evolving property landscape.
Jessica Macdonald
BBA, Residential and Commercial Real Estate
Jessica Macdonald handles residential and commercial property transactions. Her BBA background supports data-driven market analysis. She focuses on client education and personalized service, leveraging family experience while implementing modern real estate practices.
Mike Blayney
Associate Broker
Associate Broker Mike Blayney specializes in Calgary's commercial real estate market. With extensive local knowledge, he represents clients in property transactions. His approach combines market expertise with responsive service to meet clients' specific business requirements.
Questions
What services does CMS Real Estate offer?
We provide commercial/industrial sales, leasing, property management, mortgage brokerage, and condominium management services in Calgary and surrounding areas.
How long has CMS Real Estate been in business?
Since 1983, serving Calgary's real estate market for over 40 years with consistent family ownership.
Do you specialize in specific property types?
We focus on commercial, industrial, and condominium properties with specialized management expertise.
What areas do you serve?
Primarily Calgary and Alberta, with deep local market knowledge and regional connections.
How do you handle property management?
Our team manages budgets, maintenance, tenant relations, and financial reporting with transparent communication.
Can you assist with commercial financing?
Yes, our mortgage brokerage services help secure commercial/industrial financing with competitive terms.
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Reviews (6)
Dale Hughes
Jan 08, 2022
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I had a very negative experience with CMS that resulted in a financial loss from which I will never recover. Rather than paying their bills for months of my consulting services, they just shrugged their shoulders as though it wasn't their responsibility. It was the most damaging experience that I have had in my professional life.
Char Smith
Dec 02, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
I worked with Gerry Macdonald to find a commercial bay in NE Calgary for our lawn and garden parts business, DR Mower Parts. Gerry was responsive, very professional and provided excellent advice on negotiations. We were very pleased with the results and looking forward to moving into our new bay soon.
I worked with Gerry Macdonald to find a commercial bay in NE Calgary for our lawn and garden parts business, DR Mower Parts. Gerry was responsive, very professional and provided excellent advice on negotiations. We were very pleased with the results and looking forward to moving into our new bay soon.
Sheila Musgrove
May 24, 2021
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I had the pleasure of working with Gerry Macdonald Jr. and the CMS team on the recent sale of my commercial property. Gerry was extremely professional, knowledgeable and responsive throughout the entire process. Their photography captured my space beautifully and they went the extra mile to have a cool virtual tour as well. They promoted through the broker community and regular channels, as well as on appropriate social media. I was extremely pleased with the entire transaction. And, thrilled my property sold very quickly in an extremely challenging commercial market. Highly recommend!
Nathan Westveld
Jan 23, 2021
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I recently worked with Jessica, Maureen and their team to help our company find a new commercial lease space in Calgary. They were very helpful and were able to get our business into a great space. They communicated with us throughout the process and were able to keep us within our budget. They are a family company and it's apparent in the way they work with their clients. I would recommend their services to anyone.
Misha Behnia
Jan 22, 2021
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CMS Real Estate helped me find the perfect space for my business. After months of what felt like hopeless searching, CMS found us an ideal location at an ideal price, in only a matter of days! Their team was extremely helpful and responsive to our needs and maintained their communication with us along every step of the way. We are incredibly grateful for the services they provided!
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Jul 08, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
The team at CMS are great to deal with and know their stuff. Very professional and friendly team! Would definitely give Gerry a call again for help.
The team at CMS are great to deal with and know their stuff. Very professional and friendly team! Would definitely give Gerry a call again for help.
