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Viren Vijayashankar

Bowhaven - Exp Realty of Canada

viren@bowhaven.com +1(587) 742-8877

$ 219,900

Est. payment | -/mo

2 Beds

1 Bath

975 SqFt

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$ 219,900

Est. payment | -/mo

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2 Beds

1 Bath

975 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Condo

Sub Type Apartment

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Approx. Sqft 975.26

Square Footage 975 sqft

Price per Sqft $225

Subdivision Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

MLS Listing ID A2326893

Style Apartment-Single Level Unit

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Condo Fees $617/mo

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1968

Property Sub-Type Apartment

Property Description

Welcome to this bright,south-facing 2 bed,1 bath condo in the sought-after community of Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill,just steps from Kensington! Tucked away on a quiet side street yet minutes from all the shops,cafes and restaurants Kensington is known for,this nearly 1,000 sq ft home offers the best of both worlds.
Step inside to a large front hall closet,perfect for coats and everyday storage. The functional kitchen opens to a spacious dining room,flowing into an enormous living room with large windows and access to the private,south-facing balcony. Down the hall you'll find two generously sized bedrooms,including a primary suite with a large walk-in closet,plus an additional storage closet and a well-appointed 4-piece bathroom. Laundry is a shared common amenity in the building.
This unit also enjoys access to a bonus common area storage space,entered through the unit itself. Contact agent for details on the storage room.
This well-run building has a real sense of community,with amenities that are hard to find anywhere else: outdoor picnic and BBQ space,beautifully maintained courtyards and green space,a games room,a party room with kitchenette,tennis and basketball courts and secure bike storage. Whether you're looking for your first home,a downsize,or a low-maintenance lock-and-leave,this one checks a lot of boxes.
Close to river pathways,transit,S.A.I.T,Jubilee Auditorium and everything else Kensington and Hillhurst have to offer. Come see it for yourself!

Location

Province AB

County Cal Zone Cc

Community Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walking/Bike Paths

Area Cal Zone Cc

Zoning M-C1

Direction NW

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Baseboard

Cooling None

Flooring Laminate, Parquet, Tile

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Refrigerator, Stove(s), Window Coverings

Laundry Common Area

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony

Parking Features Assigned, Stall

Community Features Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Walking/Bike Paths

Amenities Available Bicycle Storage, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Gazebo, Parking, Party Room, Picnic Area, Recreation Room, Trash, Visitor Parking

Roof Type Tar/Gravel

Porch Balcony(s)

Total Parking Spaces 1

Garage No

Building

Dwelling Type Low Rise (2-4 stories)

Faces S

Story Single Level Unit

Architectural Style Apartment-Single Level Unit

Level or Stories Single Level Unit

New Construction No

Others

HOA Fee Include Common Area Maintenance,Electricity,Heat,Insurance,Parking,Professional Management,Reserve Fund Contributions,Sewer,Snow Removal,Trash,Water

Restrictions Easement Registered On Title,Pet Restrictions or Board approval Required,Utility Right Of Way

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Listed by CIR Realty

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Shuvolaxmi Dutta

Highly recommend! An absolute pleasure to work with. We recently purchased our beautiful new home in Calgary with the help of Viren and we couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, he truly listened to our specific needs, likes, and dislikes. He understood exactly what we were looking for in a family home and didn’t recommend us to see anything that didn’t align with our vision. He was very respectful of our budget and helped us find excellent options within our range without ever making us feel pressured. He never rushed us — even when we took time to think things through, he was patient and supportive every step of the way. What really stood out was how he went above and beyond during the final walkthrough. He took care of a few issues that came up and made sure everything was properly addressed before closing. It gave us so much peace of mind. Most importantly, working with him felt like searching for a home with a close family friend. His warmth, honesty, and genuine care made, what could have been a stressful process, truly enjoyable. We are so grateful for his help in finding our perfect family home and would recommend him to anyone without hesitation! Thank you again Viren!

Stallone Dias

We recently worked with Viren to purchase a rental property, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. Buying a home can be stressful, but Viren made the entire process smooth and straightforward. He was knowledgeable, responsive, and always available to answer our questions. We never felt pressured and always felt that he had our best interests in mind. His guidance throughout the search, negotiations, and closing process was invaluable, and thanks to his hard work, we found the perfect property. I would highly recommend Viren to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Thank you for making what could have been a stressful experience such a positive one! - We will definitely be in-touch when we're in the market for another property.

Michael Rand

I am a Alberta certified home inspector for a top home inspection company and have had the pleasure to work with Virin on a few occasions, his professional attitude and knowledge of the space is exceptional and should be a bar set by all realtors to match. It was a pleasure and I look forward to a long professional relationship with him and his company in the future. Thanks for being so professional and prompt with all requests.

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Viren Vijayashankar

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+1(587) 742-8877

1620 8 AVE NW #366 Calgary, AB T2N 1C4

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