Calgary Bowness Montgomery Real Estate Home News - Blog Archive: June, 2020

Long time owner selling a special property on a massive corner lot in a secluded area of Bowness. Across from the hillside escarpment, close to the Bow river and bike paths.

The house is currently rented by a family member and is cooperative with showings but requires 24 notice for showings. Upstairs features two bedrooms and nice hillside escapement views from the living room. The lower level is virtually unspoiled(only one bedroom) and is ready for your own development(unusual for this age of property) this could be possibly suited(a development permit would be required and or approvals, permitting from the city to legalize the suite) featuring large bi-level windows! Bonus is a huge 22x18ft double garage!! Hurry on this one priced to…

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This summer is off to a gorgeous start! Temperatures have been on the rise and, besides the odd rainy day, conditions have been absolutely perfect for all of those who want to enjoy the great outdoors. Biking, hiking, and exploring the city are some of Calgarians’ top choices for getting outside and soaking in some vitamin D. All of these activities are also extremely accessible. After all, Calgary is known Canada-wide for having some of the best green spaces and paths. 

There are so many pathways and trails to explore within the city. Every single neighbourhood has something to offer for a variety of skill sets. What are some of our top picks?

St. Patrick's Island: A little island nestled in the east village surrounded by the bow river, this…

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In 2013 when flooding ravaged our beautiful city, the Calgary Stampede released their new slogan for the year: "come hell or high water." In a lot of ways the onset of Summer 2020 has felt similar to 2013, as COVID-19 continues to impact our city. There is a sense of fragility, weariness, and uncertainty about what is to come. People are wondering how as a city--and a world--we will ever come back from the ways this pandemic has impacted us politically, economically, mentally and physically. However, just like in 2013, Calgarians are standing strong, come hell or high water.

In 2020 we have seen and experienced unimaginable suffering. We have also seen and experienced inspiring heroics and hope. The City of Calgary has pulled together to make sure…

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Happy Father's Day to all Fathers and Father-Figures out there. We thank you for the ways in which you serve your families and seek to make the world a better place. Whether you're been a father for 60 years or this is your very first Father's Day as a dad, we this Sunday we raise our glass to you.

For those of you looking to give your father figure a token of your love on this Father's Day, we thought it would be good to give you suggestions based on what stage the person you're buying for is in. So, we have gone through different stages of Fatherhood to give you some suggestions on what your Father may enjoy best!

Brand New Father: Father’s Day is such a special day at any stage, but for brand new Fathers it is a completely new…

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Summertime is coming in hot and we are ready to bask in the beautiful weather. After weeks of quarantine the forecast looks great! If that is not something to celebrate, we don't know what is.

With so much nice weather on the horizon, now is a great time to check off any summertime renovations you had on your to-do list. We don't want you to get caught mid-winter with half-finished projects, so here is your reminder to grind it out. Remember: if you get it done today, you won't have to worry about it tomorrow. 

Do you want to change things up but aren't sure where to start? Are you wondering what things you should be working on that you have not yet? Look no further. We have got you covered. Here is the ultimate outdoor summer renovation list:

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Welcome to the best of the best locations in Point McKay! A rarely available, River-facing unit with huge windows, offers a tranquil and peaceful setting right off your own huge back deck!

This unit is in the heart of the inner city and backs directly onto the Bow River greenspace and the regional walking and bike path system with access directly off your deck! Enjoy the Tennis Courts as well as Edworthy Park just across the pedestrian bridge. It’s a quick 6 minute commute to downtown, shopping centers and a short walk two hospitals. It on a short bike ride to downtown rght from your door step. This spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath unit comes with fantastic views, all appliances & a heated garage is just waiting for your personal touches to become your…

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***Attention all investors and builders*** High on hilltop is one of the few remaining developing R-C2 lots available in the most amazing inner city NW locations, in upper Montgomery.

This magnificent south walk-out lot offers breathe taking river valley escarpment views and amazing mountain views as well! Across from a playground and community garden. This character homes features the original hardwood flooring, patio doors from the kitchen to the south exposed deck, offering magnificent south valley escapement views! The walk out basement has a 2 bedroom illegal suite. The house is Hot water heated. The bonus is a massive 32x21 heated attached garage. Great time to invest into the future in amazing location. The new infills are selling next door…

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Buyer can still choose some their finishing and this why the builder has listed them now to give the opportunity for buyer to choose some of their own finishing choices.

**Please take care when showing these units as they are both active constructions sites!!!**
The interior pictures are for another finished unit in the same area and is a very similar floor plan as this unit and can viewed at 4921 21 Ave NW as well! Very bright corner unit! $12,500 appliance package from Trail appliances

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Buyer can still choose some their finishing and this why the builder has listed them now to give the opportunity for buyer to choose some of their own finishing choices.

**Warning this house is under construction and measurements are taken from plans**
**Please take care when showing these units as they are both active constructions sites!!!**
The interior pictures are for another finished unit in the same area and is a very similar floor plan as this unit and can viewed at 4921 21 Ave NW as well! Very bright corner unit! $12,500 appliance package from Trail appliances

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Large events are still cancelled in Calgary for the month of June, but there are lots of things you can still do to get outside your home and enjoy the beautiful weather. For starters, the community of Bowness is hosting a virtual race! Here are the details: Virtual Run Bowness || Run Bowness may not be able to 'run' as per usual this year, but they have come up with a creative alternative! On their website they write, "Run Bowness has gone virtual! From June 7 through June 21 you can run a 5k, 10k, and 1 mile (13 years old and under) race on whatever route you choose! Sign up by purchasing a registration, then run your favorite route between June 7-June 21. Submit your length of run, time, and photos to lmiller@mybowness, either by a…

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