Situated in the heart of St. Albert, the Downtown neighborhood lies along the southern banks of the Sturgeon River and is among the city's oldest communities. Since 1980, it has seen significant development, particularly in multi-family residential buildings. Downtown is designed for ease of travel, establishing itself as a central pedestrian area linking the Celebration Garden, Millennium Park, and the key facilities at St. Albert Place, which houses the City Hall, Arden Theatre, St. Albert Public Library, and the Musée Héritage Museum. An additional highlight of Downtown is the Art in Public Places initiative, which adorns the area with striking artworks for the enjoyment of its residents and visitors.

St. Albert Place stands as a vibrant hub in the downtown core, hosting a variety of community events and functions. It serves as the pulsating heart of St. Albert, where community bonds are strengthened, spirits soar, and people come together to partake in numerous celebratory occasions.

Primarily a commercial zone, Downtown is home to about 540 inhabitants, with an average age of 64, marking it as the only neighborhood in St. Albert primarily populated by retirees.

Within this urban setting, there is one educational institution, Ecole Father Jan Community School. This Catholic elementary school is notable for being the separate school system's sole French immersion primary institution. It offers French immersion for kindergarten through sixth grade, a sports academy for grades 4-6, and both a full day everyday Kindergarten and a full day alternating Kindergarten program.