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By Crystal Tost, Real Estate Made Easy
(RE/MAX Realty Professionals)
Great square footage on a large lot located in Renfrew. Main floor offers a traditional living room / dining room layout. The kitchen features tons of cupboard space, island with countertop stove & breakfast bar plus extra cupboard storage, and an ample dining nook area. Main floor bedroom could also function as a den or playroom. The grand staircase takes you to the upper level, which offers 3 large bedrooms including the master, featuring a vaulted ceiling & skylights, track lighting, walk in closet plus a huge ensuite with glass block accents, fireplace, separate shower and an oversized tub. Great Inner City Location!! $589,900.00   Property Details Listing Price: $289,900.00Address: 1214 Regal Crescent NECity: CalgaryState: AlbertaZIP:  MLS # (if any): C3550097Square Feet: 2109Bedr...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
JUST SOLD in Silverado, for 98% of Listing Price & Only 5 Days on the Market   It took Calgary Home Team just 5 days to sell this beautiful family home for 98% of listing price in Silverado - Calgary SW. Located at 52 Silverado Plains View on a quiet street, this home features a large great room, and a trendy kitchen with granite, good sized island, sleek cabinets and a great breakfast nook! Dark hardwood flooring, and 9 ' ceiling just add more charm to the elegant main floor of this two storey home.   Three good-sized bedrooms upstairs, the master has a 4 piece ensuite with granite countertops and a soaker tub with tile surround & a walk-in closet. A front porch, large, two level deck out back and double car garage complete this beautiful home, that is situated steps away from a playgr...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Auburn Bay Housing Market Report - 2012 Auburn Bay total residential sales in 2012 mounted up to 193, that represents 26% increase over the 142 sales during the previous year of 2011. Auburn Bay Single Family Home: 174 homes were sold in 2012, compared to 129 in 2011. The average sold price: $457,692, compared to $458,735 in 2011.The median sold price:  $450,500, compared to $430,000 in 2011.The highest price paid: $930,000 for a two storey home with 2,772 sq ft, and a walkout basement, located just steps away from the lake! The average days on market: 50 days. Auburn Bay Condos: 21 sales in 2012, compared to only 13 in 2011. The average sold price:  $292,921, compared to $255,174 in 2011.The median sold price: $306,000, compared to $265,000 in 2011. The highest paid price: $331,273 for...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
  Calgary Luxury Home Sales -2012 Luxury home sales hit a new recored in 2012 as 544 properties were sold, up 18% from a year before, and 16% higher than the previous high record sales during the boom year of 2007! The average sold price for luxury properties in the city of Calgary was 1,450,999 in 2012. Britannia in Calgary SW was the community that saw the sale of the most expensive home last year with a $6,000,000 price tag. The new owners of this home will enjoy 10,000 sq feet of fine living space, backing onto the ridge with amazing views. The top five communities where most of the $1 million & plus homes were sold are Elbow Park with 47 sales, an average sold price of sold price of $1,804,956 and a median of $1,500,000, followed by Mount Royal with 36 sales, an average sold price ...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Calgary Housing Market Report - 2012 After four years of weaker sales activity Calgary housing market has started to move in the right direction in 2012 with 21,207 residential sold properties that raised the total sales in the city 15%, compared to 2011. CREB's latest report indicated that this boost was mainly due to the strong economic growth in Alberta that pushed the migration and employment levels up in 2012, "a trend that is expected to continue this year, albeit at a slower pace." as Ann-Mary Lurie, CREB's chief economist says! Single Family Home sales saw most of the gains in 2012 with 15,109 sold units, up 15% from 2011. The average sold price that reached $481,236, was 9.15% higher than $466,506 price of 2011. December 2012: The average sold price of the single family home wa...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Just Listed in Silverado - Calgary SW This gem home is just listed in Silverado - Calgary SW by Calgary Home Team. Located in a superb location as it is situated on a quiet street and is only steps from a playground. On the main floor you have beautiful, dark hardwood flooring, 9' ceilings, a spacious great room, a 2 piece bath, a stylin' kitchen with granite & a great breakfast nook. The kitchen has a really good-sized, 2 level island with plenty of room for optional seating, sleek cabinets offset by a fabulous tile backsplash & black appliances and a roomy corner pantry. Upstairs there are 3 good-sized bedrooms. The master retreat comes with a 4 piece ensuite with granite countertops and a soaker tub with tile surround & a walk-in closet. There is another 4 piece bath with granite and...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Just Sold in McKenzie Lake - Calgary SE This extensively renovated fully developed 4 level split located at 111 Mount Allan Circle was just sold in McKenzie Lake - Calgary SE to our buyers!! With a total of four bedrooms and an eat-in-kitchen, this home is well designed to perfectly meet our cleints' needs as a growing family!! They loved the new plush broadloom, ceramic floors, new light fixtures, and designer paint. Located on a quiet crescent complete with a tot lot in the well established community of McKenzie Lake - Calgary SE, and completed with an over-sized double garage and a nice south facing backyard!    View recently sold homes in McKenzie Lake    McKenzie Lake is one of Calgary's well established SE communities. Located east of Fish Creel Provincial Park, It's development d...
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By Bernice Dubon, Calgary Alberta Realtor
(RE/MAX First 403-607-9117)
McKenzie Lake in Calgary Alberta, is one of the largest lake communities in Calgary.  Well established with schools, shopping nearby, panoramic views of both the Canadian Rocky Mountains and the Calgary city skyline… McKenzie Lake has much to offer. The real estate market in McKenzie has been quite active during the fall of 2012.  51 homes sold between September 1, 2012 and December 20, 2012, compared to 47 during the same time period in 2011. There are a wide range of homes in Lake McKenzie, from condominiums and starter homes to million dollar waterfront homes on the lake, or luxury homes with a million dollar view on the ridge overlooking the Bow River. Here’s the breakdown of the homes that sold in McKenzie Lake between September 1, 2012 and December 20, 2012.  Seven properties sold...
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By Bernice Dubon, Calgary Alberta Realtor
(RE/MAX First 403-607-9117)
Lake Midnapore is a conveniently located lake community in South East Calgary, Alberta.  Situated just to the east of McLeod Trail, and to the north another popular Calgary lake community, Sundance, this neighbourhood offers walking distance to shopping and the Calgary C-Train, as well as established schools.  Midnapore also offers home buyers the opportunity to enjoy at lake resort lifestyle in Calgary at relatively affordable prices as we’ll see below in the Lake Midnapore Real Estate Market Report for Fall 2012… During the fall home sales period from September 1, 2012 – December 20, 2012 17 homes sold in Midnapore.  This number is down from the same time frame in 2011, when 32 homes sold.  What you’ll notice in the breakdown below, is that 8 of the 17 sold for under $300,000. In this...
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By Bernice Dubon, Calgary Alberta Realtor
(RE/MAX First 403-607-9117)
Lake Chaparral in Calgary Alberta is one of Calgary’s most popular lake communities.  The types of property here range from apartment style condominiums, to townhomes, single family homes, and luxury homes surrounding the lake.  Here’s a look at what’s been happening in the real estate market in Chaparral during the period from September 1, 2012 through to December 20, 2012. This fall, 48 homes sold in Chaparral, with an average price of $425,377, and a median price of $430,000.  Because there is such a variety in the kinds of properties you’ll find here, if you’re thinking of moving to Chaparral, it helps to take a look at the breakdown of the number of homes that sold in different price ranges. Out of the 48 properties that sold, 29 where fell into the $400,000 to $499,000 range.  The...
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By Bernice Dubon, Calgary Alberta Realtor
(RE/MAX First 403-607-9117)
When it comes to figuring out what price your home should sell for, the key, is understanding what is going on in your local market.  I don’t just mean just keeping up with media reports on average sale prices for homes in Canada, Alberta, or even Calgary.  When I say local… I mean “Hyper-local.”  A good place to start, is with your neighbourhood… Here’s a look at what’s been happening in the community of Sundance: From September 1, 2012 – December 20, 2012 32 homes sold in Lake Sundance.  We’re used to media reports on average sale prices.  The average sale price for the fall of 2012 in Sundance during this time period, was $466,390.  But does that tell the whole story?  First it’s important to consider that in a lake community such as this, the homes that back right onto the lake are ...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Officially opened for public last Monday, December 10, The new West LRT expansion in Calgary extends on 8.2 km of track that has six stations, two Park & Ride facilities, and an estimated cost of $1.4 billion. The new stations that are strategically located to serve the west communities residents and provide direct access to many local attractions, parks, and commercial streets will include the first underground station in Calgary transit system, and provide passengers with a unique design for the best protection from the weather elements, while maximizing the exposure to sunlight. After three years of construction, 40,000 riders are estimated to use the new C Train, that will need 12 minutes to travel between the last station in 69 Street to downtown. This is a "major improvement to Ca...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Just Sold in Oakridge Estates - Calgary Southwest Calgary Home Team buyers just found their dream Home in this beautiful estate home located in Oakridge Estates, Calgary SW!  The main floor features a gourmet kitchen with gorgeous granite coutertops, top notch appliances, and a sunny breakfast nook with large windows open to the garden views!! the great room that is warm and relaxing has a stone faced fireplace, and is open to the formal and elegant dining room! Our buyers just loved the solarium with its hot tub and grill, perfect for entertaining! This Oakridge Estates home has Three bedrooms up, in addition to a fourth one in the lower level that comes with a bathroom, media room and a full kitchen, great for mother-in-low or nanny suite! A triple attached garage with in-floor heati...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Calgary Housing Market Report - November 2012 Calgary Single Family Home Sales November 2012 1,006 single family homes were sold in Calgary, 5% up from the 954 sold homes in the same month last year. The average sold price was $488,311, compared to $468,861 last year. That represents a 4% increase. The benchmark price of $433,600 was 8.5% higher than the $399,700 of November 2011. January to November 2012  14,367 single family homes were sold, relative to 12,403 in 2011. The average sold price was $480,421, 3% higher than the $467,172 during the same period last year.     Calgary Condo Townhouses Sales  November 2012 198 townhouses were sold in Calgary, compared to 150 last year. The average sold price was $315,381, with 4% growth over the $304,114 sales in November 2011. The benchmark...
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In today’s economy there any many people that would like to buy a home who could qualify for a mortgage and cover the monthly payments but simply have not been able to save up the minimum 5% down payment required.  In the past the Canadian government offered a program for Zero Down Mortgages however due to recent regulation changes that program is no longer available leaving many families thinking they have no options but we have solutions!  There are several mortgage programs we offer that can meet the needs of potenial home buyers that need help with a downpayment.   Our special mortgage programs are ideal for:   People with existing assets (investments, property, savings) but cannot access immediate cash. First time home buyers with no down payment. New Immigrants to Canada and Stude...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Recently Sold in New Brighton - Calgary SE. Spectacular Home With a Large Backyard!!! Calgary Home Team just sold this beautiful family home with many custom touches located at : 58 Brightonstone Landing SE!! The home features an open kitchen on the main that includes large island, lots of counter space and upgraded cabinets, in addition to  a roomy breakfast area. The gorgeous great room has windows on three sides and fireplace complete with tile surround & mantle! Upstairs there are a bonus room with lofted ceiling, and three bedrooms; The master comes with windows on two sides, a sumptuous ensuite, and walk in closet. Large, fully landscaped backyard is nicely equipped with a 2 tier deck, pergola, stone wall & built-in bar. Close to New Brighton pond, parks and community centre! Rece...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
CMHC is very optimistic when it comes to the future of Calgary's real estate market!! In it's latest Housing Outlook Conference for Calgary, the Mortgage and Housing Corporation gave a very strong growth forecast for home sales and prices in the city, saying that in 2012 the expected sales activity will rise 16% (compared to 2011) by the end of the year with 26,000 sold units, approaching levels not seen since 2007!! This number is expected to go even higher in 2013 when additional 500 sold properties will increase the total sales to 26,500. The strong demand for housing in Calgary that is not met with the same level of inventory supply have pushed the prices moderately up! 2% increase by the end of the year is expected to raise the $402,000 average price of 2011 to $411,000 by the end ...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Lake Bonavista Estates Market Stats - October 2012 Lake Bonavista Estates offers luxury lakefront homes in a very well established community that is situated in the southeast quadrant of Calgary. October Market snapshot shows that single family homes were selling quickly in Lake Bonavista Estates with an average 17 days on the market. Only two homes were sold, their average sold price was $633,000, and median sold was $556,000. Three new listings were added to the market in October 2012! Between January and October 39 single family homes were sold in Lake Bonavista Estates.The average sold price was $934,184, and the median sold price was $739,900.The average days on the market was 42 days, and the median was 36!      View all Lake Bonavista Estates Homes for Sale   Looking to buy a ho...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
Calgary Luxury Homes! Another one SOLD to Calgary Home Team's buyers!! This custom designed, Calgary luxury home is now sold to Calgary Home Team's buyers in: Elbow Park one of the most prestigious and sought after communities in Calgary SW!! This home, located at 3023 7 Street SW just few steps from the West Ridge of the Glencoe Golf Club, is a true representation of Calgary luxury living at its best in a total of 5,200 sq ft of interior space designed by Paul LaVoie. It features a very open main floor with a spiral stairs in the entrance area that is open to the formal dining room, and leading to the spacious great room, and a library/office with wood and leather paneling! Our buyers just loved the kitchen that includes dream appliances, butler pantry and huge middle island. The upper...
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By Ryan & Sheri MacDonald, Calgary Home Team
(Re/Max First)
  Cranston Real Estate Market Stats - October 2012 How did the real estate market perform in Cranston - Calgary Southeast - for October 2012? Check out the numbers here:   Cranston Single Family Home: 27 sold properties, with an average sold price of $467,712, and a median sold price of $447,000. The number of new listings were 51, and the average days on market was 43. Cranston Condominiums: 2 condos were sold, the average price was $363,743 and the median sold price was $298,986. The number of new listings were 8, the average days on market was 32.   View all Cranston Homes for Sale   Looking to buy a home in Cranston, Southeast Calgary? Call the experts, call Calgary Home Team! We pride ourselves on providing the best and the highest level of professional real estate services to eac...
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