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It's July, and Calgary, Alberta is beautiful and green!

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

July 1-5 Spruce Meadows "North American" Show Jumping
July 4  Bowness Stampede Parade and Breakfast
July 4 Farm Fresh Festival - Calgary Farmer's Market West
July 3-5 MexiFest Festival
July 3-12 The Calgary Stampede 2026
July 9 Calgary Surge vs Vancouver Bandits 
July 11 Farm Fresh Festival - Calgary Farmer's Market South
July 18  Rev Up Autoshow 2026
July 19 Contemporary Kids: Creating With Chance
July 21-26 Clue at the Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
July 26 Sunday Tea on the Veranda - Heritage Park
July 31 Cavalry FC vs Inter Toronto FC
August 1-3 Tour de Bowness Race + Festival

Every month the Calgary Real Estate Board…

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Potential, potential, POTENTIAL! Offered for sale by only its second owner in more than 40 years, this full side-by-side bi-level duplex has a long history of strong rental returns and continues to be an excellent revenue-generating property.

Situated on a large 50' x 123' R-CG lot on a quiet street in the heart of Bowness, each side features a bright open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings, main floor laundry, kitchen balcony access, 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

Major mechanical updates include newer hot water tanks and furnaces on both sides. Unit 7526 has been recently renovated with updated flooring, carpet and bathroom improvements. A double detached garage is shared between the tenants and offers additional value with…

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Summer is one of the busiest seasons in real estate. Longer days, vacation schedules, and the beautiful weather make it an ideal time for prospective buyers to search for their next home-sweet-home. However, rising temperatures can create challenges for sellers trying to keep their property comfortable and appealing during showings. A home that feels cool, fresh, and well-maintained can leave a lasting positive impact. Similarly, a hot, stuffy house may distract buyers from its best features.

Here are some tips for keeping your home showing readying during the hottest months of the year:

  1. Keep the Temperature Comfortable: One of the easiest ways to make buyers feel welcome is by maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature. If you have air…

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It's June, and Calgary, Alberta is rainy and green!

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

June 5 Calgary Stampeders vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers
June 5-6 The Art of Ballet
June 6 Candlelight Jazz: The Best of Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole
June 7 Run Bowness
June 7 The 4th Street Lilac Festival
June 8 The Guess Who: Takin' It Back Tour
June 10 Spruce Meadows "National"
June 13 Calgary Stampede First Nations Rodeo & Relay
June 13-14 Calgary Reptile Expo
June 17 Calgary Surge vs Brampton Honey Badgers
June 20 One - A Dance Spectacle
June 20-21 Wings and Wheels
June 21 Father's Day
June 21 Father's Day at The Military Museums
June 24 Curiosities and Oddities Walking Tour
June 27 Sue: The T.Rex Experience
June 27 Chalk The Block and…

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Welcome to this well-built semi-detached infill in west Bowness, set on a quiet semi-closed cul-de-sac just steps from Bowness Park, Bowmont off-leash park, the Bow River, and extensive walking and biking paths. Built by a small custom builder, this chic open-concept home offers 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and over 2,800 sq ft of living space.

Features include multiple custom built-ins with under-mount lighting, a chef’s kitchen with a large granite island, 9 ft ceilings on the main and lower levels, flat ceilings, and wide plank hardwood laminate and tile flooring. The upper level includes 3 bedrooms, a flex/sitting area, and a standout primary retreat with a massive walk-in closet and a spa-inspired 5-piece ensuite with heated floors, a separate…

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Tucked on a quiet, semi-closed cul-de-sac in west Bowness, this well-built semi-detached infill sits just steps from Bowness Park, Bowmont off-leash park, the Bow River, and extensive walking and biking paths. Built by a small custom builder, the home offers over 2,800 sq ft of living space with 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.

The open-concept main floor features a chic, contemporary design with 9 ft ceilings, flat ceilings, wide plank hardwood laminate and tile flooring, custom built-ins with under-mount lighting, and a chef’s kitchen with a large granite island.

Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms, a flex space, and a standout primary suite with a massive walk-in closet with built-ins and a spa-like 5-piece ensuite with heated floors, a separate tub,…

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Listing a home for sale in Calgary, Alberta is an art. It is not as simple as sticking a photo and a price on the internet. Instead, it is about sharing a property in its absolute best light, and marketing it to find the perfect buyer at the perfect price.

Here at Team Ken Richter we provide a complimentary Comparative Market Analysis in order to best situate your home before taking on the listing. Evaluating this report together allows us to determine a great price, the right entry time, and any work that needs to be done ahead of time. Once you have decided to work with us, one of the first things we will do is take photos of your property.

This is one of the most underrated, but important steps in the process. A buyer's first impression of…

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It's May, and Calgary, Alberta is looking beautiful! 

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

May 2 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church
Spring Tea & Bake Sale
May 2-3 Day Out With Thomas At Heritage Park
May 6 Karan Aujla: P-Pop Culture Tour
May 9-10 Mother's Day Brunch at Spruce Meadows
May 10
Mother's Day
May 12 Be Like Blippi Tour
May 14 Rooted Here: Growing In Calgary's Climate
May 16 Calgary Wild FC vs Roses de Montreal FC
May 16 Illustrate The Past - Mapping History
May 18
Victoria Day
May 20-24 Broadway Across Canada Presents Mamma Mia!
May 24 Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay
May 28 Calgary Surge vs Scarborough Shooting Stars
May 31 Okotoks Dawgs vs Lethbridge Bulls

Every month the Calgary Real Estate Board releases…

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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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