Calgary Bowness Montgomery Real Estate Home News - Blog Archive: April, 2026

Calgary coffee shops are magical. It’s the cozy atmosphere on a chilly morning, the smell of fresh espresso drifting through your local neighbourhood, and the way a local café makes even the most mundane Wednesday special. Calgary’s coffee scene has grown tremendously over the years, and whether you’re looking for the perfect latte, a comfortable reading corner, or your next virtual work spot, this city has no shortage of gems.

Here are some of the best local coffee shops in Calgary worth adding to your rotation:

Luke’s Drug Mart: Part coffee shop, part vintage-inspired general store, Luke’s has become a Calgary institution. You can grab a locally brewed coffee while browsing vinyl records, snacks, gifts, and quirky finds. It feels nostalgic in…

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Spring is the perfect time to spruce up your home and increase its value! Whether you are planning to sell or simply want to enhance your living space, here are some renovation projects to consider this season.

  • Energy-Efficient Upgrades: Consider making energy-efficient upgrades to your home, such as installing a programmable thermostat, upgrading to energy-efficient appliances, LED lightbulbs, or adding insulation. These upgrades can not only save you money on energy bills, but also increase your home's value.
  • Curb Appeal Enhancements: Start with the exterior of your home to make a great first impression. Consider painting the front door, adding fresh and modern house numbers, installing outdoor lighting, and refreshing the landscaping.…

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A rare opportunity in an exclusive West Bowness location, this updated and immaculately maintained 2+2 bedroom bungalow sits on a well-groomed 50x120 lot with strong future potential under current zoning. Positioned across from a large playground with valley escarpment views, the setting offers both privacy and openness, while the south-facing backyard creates excellent potential for redevelopment or continued use as a revenue property or owner-occupied home.

The lower level adds flexibility with a two-bedroom illegal self-contained suite currently rented month-to-month. Numerous updates include replacement of most windows, a newer forced-air furnace with central air conditioning, refreshed upstairs kitchen cabinetry, an updated 4-piece bathroom,…

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The Calgary, Alberta spring real estate market is competitive, as buyers, sellers, and investors come out of hibernation to make their move. The Calgary Real Estate Board recently reported, “there were 1,881 sales in March, up from the previous month,” showing that market activity is already hot! Midway through April, this trend continues.

In busy real estate markets like this one, homes often receive multiple competing offers. This means there is more than one interested party, leaving the seller to choose which offer best meets their needs. You might think that sellers will always default to accept the higher sum of money, but this isn’t always the case. Sellers also have needs.

If you are a buyer navigating a competitive market, here are some…

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AMAZING RIVER VIEWS!!! 

Set on a quiet cul-de-sac and backing toward the Bow River, this exceptionally rare property combines a private setting with a massive 150-ft deep pie-shaped lot. The brick-faced semi-detached home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, presenting strong potential for both owners and investors. Hardwood flooring runs through the upper level, where a wood-burning fireplace feature wall anchors the living room and patio doors open to a large front balcony. Another set of patio doors extends from the primary bedroom to a private rear balcony.

The lower level includes a 2-bedroom illegal suite with large bi-level windows, along with an updated forced-air furnace and an updated membrane roof. A full double detached garage…

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April is a seasonal turning point Calgary, Alberta! While it may statistically be our snowiest month of the year, it's also the month everything begins to turn green and the trees start to bud. This beautiful duality is a hallmark of Calgary, and one we look forward to each year. 

Here are some fun events happening in YYC to check out this month:

April 3 Good Friday
April 3 NSD Easter Egg Hunt For Dogs at Calaway Park
April 3-6 Easter Eggstravaganza Weekend at the Calgary Zoo
April 3-19 Spring Babies Festival at Butterfield Acres
April 4 4th Annual BCA Easter Egg-Stravaganza
April 5 Easter Sunday
April 6 Easter Monday
April 9 NMC Presents - Sexsmith Sings Lightfoot
April 9 2026 Canvas Auction
April 9-12 2026 Futsal Canadian Championship
April 10-12 Acclaimed…

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