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The Calgary Real Estate Board has released its latest batch of real estate statistics following the month of February. Here are some of the highlights from their report, which you can read in full by clicking here: 

  • "Consistent with typical seasonal behavior sales, new listings and inventory levels all trended up compared to last month" (The Calgary Real Estate Board)
  • "With 1,740 sales and 2,389 new listings, inventory levels improved only slightly over the last month and remained amongst the lowest February levels seen since 2006" (The Calgary Real Estate Board)
  • "While sales activity remained stronger than long-term trends and levels reported throughout the 2015 to 2020 period, new listings fell below long-term trends" (The Calgary Real…

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Very well Maintained Top floor "show home quality" one bedroom apartment condo, Priced To Sell!

Recently renovated suite, brand new countertop and backsplash, freshly painted interior, bright and sun-drenched floor plan c/w large windows, also featuring a sunny and private balcony, in-suite laundry, spacious master bedroom, and a newer 5 piece bathroom. Located in Historic Bowness, in a quiet location only 10 minutes to downtown, easy access West to mountains, close to U of C, 2 hospitals, the new Superstore and Greenwich Farmer's Market are only a few blocks away! Don't miss this great opportunity to own your property at a very affordable price!

 

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Happy March, Calgary! 


Here are some fun events happening around the city for you to check out:

March 1 - April 2 Snow Tubing at Winsport
March 1 - 5 Broadway Canada Presents: Anastasia
March 1 - 5 ISU World Figure Skating Championships
March 3 Montgomery Community Association March Jellybean Dance
March 3 International Woman's Day Gala
March 4 Starry Night Whisky and Wine Festival
March 9 Soap Making Workshop
March 10 Run Bowness Registration Opens
March 11 Bow Valley Film Tour
March 12 Daylight Savings
March 12 Sunalta Live
March 17 St. Patrick's Day
March 18 Highfield Food and Beverage Market Fest
March 18 - April 16 Vertigo Theatre Presents: Gaslight
March 24 Calgary Women's Choir Concert
March 24 Dean Brody
March 25 Muay Thai World Cup 7
March 30 - April 2…

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*** OPEN HOUSE - Saturday, February 25, 2023 - 1:30-4:00 pm *** Welcome to a fully finished semi-detached Bilevel with a total of 3 bedrooms plus a den and 2 full bathrooms.

Fantastic first home or investment property!! This is a very spacious home with approx. 1,700 sqft of total living space in a fantastic and very quiet Bowness location. Over $30,000 in recent updates including a new furnace and H/W tank, all new luxury plank flooring, new patio door, new bathtub surround and a freshly painted interior. The upstairs laundry room lends itself to adding a suite in the basement (pending any city of Calgary permit approvals, of course) and the potential for a real money maker or mortgage helper! There are two spacious bedrooms up, a large…

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Bedrooms are a place for ultimate rest. Here are some ways to make yours more cozy and restful:

  • Create Ambiance with Lighting: "A cozy bedroom needs light, but not just any kind of light. Turn off the overhead fixture after dark and concentrate on low light. The key to an intimate mood is incorporating various sources of lighting, including soft bedside lamps and strategically mounted ceiling lights for a touch of drama." (Architectural Digest)
  • Use Dark & Warm Colours: "While light colors are great for making a room feel larger, a darker hue envelops the bedroom, creating the perfect space to relax and slumber." (HGTV)
  • Choose Calming Art: "Art selections are intensely personal and taste-driven, but Julie Daniel, from Los Angeles-based…

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Looking for something fun to do this family day long weekend? We've got you covered. Here are some ideas of things to check out around the city:

  • Try Ice Fishing: "Go ice fishing this weekend. During Alberta’s twice-yearly Family Fishing Weekends, no fishing licence is required. Albertans and visitors are invited to give fishing a try on waterbodies with open fishing seasons (not in national parks). Keep in mind that fishing regulations still apply." (To Do Canada)
  • Central Commons Park Winter Pop-Up: "Head to Central Commons Park for a Winter Pop-Up! With music, entertainment, a special fire performance and hot drinks from Monogram Coffee, it’s the perfect way to spend some time taking in the sights, sounds, and lights of Central Commons Park. The…

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Potential, Potential, Potential! One owner for over 40 years and this property has generated fantastic returns and remains today, a great revenue producing, money maker!!

This is a full SxS Bi-level duplex featuring 3 bedrooms, one full and one half baths per side, located on a large 50x123 R-C2 lot, on a very quiet street in the heart of Bowness! The main floor offers a bright and open floor plan featuring vaulted ceilings and main floor laundry. There are balconies right off the kitchen. The lower level has 3 bedrooms and the 4-pce bath. Both sides have newer H/W tanks and F/A furnaces. The tenants on one side have resided there for 31 years and they would like to stay. The right side or 7526 side was recently renovated, newer carpet,…

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  1. Parks! Calgary is home to some of the largest and most well-protected green spaces in Canada. Here at Team Ken Richter we love being right by Bowness Park, one of the oldest in the city.
  2. Local Businesses! Calgarians are filled with an entrepreneurial spirit that has brought so many unique, home-grown businesses to the city. We love shopping local!
  3. Theatre! Whether small improv theatre’s like Loose Moose or big-stage productions at Arts Commons, Calgary is home to so much high-quality theatre. Plus, our film industry is growing exponentially!
  4. Western Roots! We love our western roots. Calgary was settled by cowboys, and that cowboy spirit remains the heart of our city.
  5. Downtown Skyline! Calgary truly has one of the most beautiful downtown…

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Potential, Potential, Potential! One owner for over 40 years and this property has generated fantastic returns and remains today, a great revenue-producing, money maker!!

This is a full SxS Bi-level duplex featuring 3 bedrooms, one and half baths per side, located on a large 50x123 R-C2 lot, on a very quiet street in the heart of Bowness! The main floor offers a bright and open floor plan featuring vaulted ceilings and main floor laundry. There are balconies right off the kitchen. The lower level has 3 bedrooms and 4-pce bath. Both sides have newer H/W tanks and F/A furnaces. The roof was replaced approx. 3 years ago with a membrane roofing material. The tenants on one side have resided there for 38 years and they would like to stay.…

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Valentine's Day is nearly upon us, and you know what that means: it's time to treat yourself. 

Whether you're shopping for a partner, friend, family member, coworker, or yourself, you're shopping for someone you love. And yes, yes, we know: it's important to show love every day of the year and take time to appreciate those around us, not just on a commercialized holiday. That can be true, while also having fun with this Hallmark Holiday and recognizing a day specifically devoted to love. 

If you're looking for ideas on what to get you Valentine, we humbly suggest shopping local. After all, what better combination is there than treating the ones you love while also supporting a small business you love? Here are some ideas of small businesses to check…

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