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Welcome to two custom-built, semi-detached, fully developed infill homes, each offering four bedrooms and three and a half baths, meticulously constructed by a reputable local builder in a prime west Bowness location!

These exceptional homes, boasting a total of 2,933 sqft of luxurious living space per side, are designed to impress even the most discerning buyers. The main floor welcomes you with a sunlit, south-exposed open floor plan featuring soaring 9ft ceilings. The chef's kitchen is a standout feature, complete with a stainless steel appliance package and an impressive eleven-foot quartz-covered center island.

Upstairs, you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms, a convenient laundry room with a sink, and a lavish primary suite. The…

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Here are the highlights from The Calgary Real Estate Board's market report for February 2024, which you can read in full by clicking here:

  • "New listings continued to rise in February, reaching 2,711 units" (The Calgary Real Estate Board).
  • "[Sales] increased by nearly 23 per cent compared to last year for a total of 2,135 units" (The Calgary Real Estate Board).
  • "Low supply and higher sales caused the months of supply to fall to just over one month, nearly as tight as levels seen during the spring of last year" (The Calgary Real Estate Board).
  • " The unadjusted detached benchmark price was $585,000" (The Calgary Real Estate Board).
  • "[The] East district is experiencing the highest year-over-year price growth at 25 per cent, while the...…

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The winter season brings its own set of challenges for home buyers and sellers. Snow, ice, and cold weather can create hazards that need to be addressed to ensure a safe and smooth real estate transaction. Whether you're buying or selling a home during the winter months, here are some essential safety precautions to consider.

For Home Buyers:

  • Wear Appropriate Footwear: When touring properties in winter, wear footwear with good traction to prevent slips and falls on icy or snowy surfaces.
  • Watch Your Step: Be cautious when navigating driveways, walkways, and stairs that may be slippery due to ice or snow. Use handrails where available and take your time to avoid accidents.
  • Schedule Inspections Carefully: Schedule home inspections during…

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Welcome to one of the last remaining homes from the 1940s on the prestigious Bow Crescent! These rare estate lots, each over one-third of an acre, are highly coveted and offer a glimpse into Calgary's history.

This property boasts an exceptional location on Bow Crescent, featuring a meticulously maintained, mature treed lot that extends 330 feet deep. Surrounded by several multi-million dollar homes, this lot is primed for the construction of a new dream home. One of the most captivating features of this lot is its gentle slope leading down to the water's edge, with ownership rights extending to the high water mark of the river bank.

The charming 1945 two-bedroom house on the property is in impeccable condition, having been lovingly preserved…

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Welcome to a meticulously maintained, owner-occupied, fully developed bi-level half duplex boasting a total of 4 bedrooms plus a den, nestled on a serene street in the heart of Historic Bowness!

The long-time owners are ready to part with their cherished home, offering over 1,700 sqft of total living space that exudes pride of ownership. This home has been lovingly maintained and updated over the years. The main floor features a spacious country kitchen and a separate dining area. Patio doors lead to an expansive front balcony, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. A cozy wood-burning fireplace with a gas lighter graces the living room. The main floor also includes convenient main floor laundry and two large bedrooms.

The fully developed lower…

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Thank you to all my valued clients! Looking ahead to 2024, we express our sincere gratitude for the trust you have placed in us. Your loyalty and continued support are an integral part of my continued success as a 2023 Year-End "Top 6" Individual Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX Real Estate (Central), the #1 Selling RE/MAX Office Worldwide for 25 Years! As always, your referrals of family and friends are truly appreciated! KEN RICHTER Awarded "Top 6" 2023 Top Producing Individual Agent RE/MAX Real Estate (Central) #1 RE/MAX Office Worldwide for 25 years! Your Calgary, Bowness & Montgomery REALTOR® Ken Richter

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Everyone loves a vacation home! And investing in one can be an enticing and lucrative venture. Passive income and landing pad for vacations? What a great combination. However, like any real estate investment, success requires careful planning and consideration of potential pitfalls. Here is the inside scoop: 

TIPS TO TRY:

  •  Research the Location: Choose a location with high demand for vacation rentals. Consider proximity to popular attractions, accessibility, and the overall appeal of the destination to ensure a steady influx of potential guests. While you may love vacationing in the area, would other people? If your goal is to use this as a rental property for others, it needs to be somewhere that is desirable without your own personal…

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Every year the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®) announces their forecast for the Calgary real estate market. This is such informative, valuable information for you to have as a buyer, seller, investor, or window-shopper. Real Estate is a major financial investment, so you want to ensure you go into any kind of transaction with eyes wide open. Here are some of the highlights from their report, which you can read in full by clicking here:

  • "Rising lending rates have had a notable impact on the housing sector, prompting potential buyers to search for more affordable housing options"
  • "Supply remains an issue this year, but gains in new home starts and new listings are expected to support some modest gains"
  • "Supply growth is anticipated to be…

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Here's an exceptional find for you – "A Country Estate" in the heart of the inner city! This four-bedroom, fully developed bungalow has undergone a comprehensive top-to-bottom renovation, inside and out, situated on an expansive, nearly half-acre lot backing onto a very private and heavily treed hillside reserve.

Discover the rarity of an essentially brand-new home on a magnificent 70x300ft south-facing rear lot, nestled in a serene enclave of Bowness. With over 2,800 sqft of luxurious living space, this home boasts four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms. The chef's dream kitchen, a custom design by the esteemed cabinet maker Custom Edge Finishing, features quartz counters, a solid quartz backsplash, a large center island, and a new double…

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This property is back on the market due to financing. Attention all Builders and Developers Here's your chance to own a prime 50x120 R-C2 building lot in the magnificent inner-city community of Montgomery! Numerous new semi-detached builds are currently underway or completing along this avenue, showcasing the desirability of the area. The location is exceptional, providing stunning south river valley escarpment views and mere steps to Bowmont Park, the off-lease area, and the Bow River.

The existing house has no assessed value, the services are disconnected, and it is being sold as-is. Several newer million-dollar homes grace this side of Montgomery, contributing to the appeal of this amazing and tranquil inner-city location. Montalban…

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