488 Strathcona Drive SW
Calgary
T3H 1K2
$815,000
Residential
beds: 3
baths: 3.0
1,501 sq. ft.
built: 1981
- Status:
- Active
- Prop. Type:
- Residential
- MLS® Num:
- A2257430
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
- Year Built:
- 1981
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Welcome to this charming, standout bi-level with 2300+ square feet of living space in desired Strathcona Park. The exceptional layout showcases the best of the individual areas of the home and outdoor spaces. Ideal for relaxation and accommodating large gatherings.
The large foyer with high ceiling takes you to upper and lower family spaces. The centerpiece open concept living room features hardwood flooring, large south-facing windows and two doors opening onto a balcony. The dining space is suited for a formal table. A modern and functional kitchen highlights are an induction oven, serving counter, and a table space overlooking the picture perfect backyard. Through a hallway are a full washroom and great sized bedrooms. The retreat, king-size primary bedroom has extra space for crib, desk, or lounging furniture. The ensuite is complemented by the walk-in shower with glass doors. On to the fully developed basement… there is great accessibility with front and back stairwells that improve airflow and lighting. The recreation room has a big south-facing window, raised hardwood floor, and fireplace. Through the adjacent glass french doors is the large den that is great for an office, or easily converted to a fourth bedroom. Adding to the efficient layout are the conveniently located full bathroom, spacious laundry room, storage room great for a cold room or winemaking, and utility room with two furnaces and even more storage space. The man-cave double garage is insulated and heated, and has window and water line. The large tree-lined lot is fully landscaped and easy keep. The backyard is a true peaceful getaway with a tiered deck, walk-in storage shed, and big grassed play space. More to mention are the paving stone driveway and decorative fencing. The longtime owner has maintained this home exceptionally well. Upgrades include vinyl windows (some triple-glazed), stucco, kitchen, ensuite, and water heater.
This quiet established neighborhood is walking distance from sought after elementary schools, parks, and ravine trails and green space with plenty of wildlife. Just a little further is Bow Trail, Edworthy Park, a C Train station, and more schools. Conveniently accessible are commercial centers, downtown, Universities, and major roads. The curb appeal draws you in and the warmth and beautiful finishes will make you want to stay and enjoy the positive atmosphere. Don’t miss your chance to discover the value of this truly wonderful home.
- Property Type:
- Residential
- Property Sub Type:
- Detached
- Condo Type:
- Not a Condo
- Transaction Type:
- For Sale
- Suite:
- No
- Home Style:
- Bi-Level
- Total Living Area:
- 1,500.58 sq. ft.
- Main Level Finished Area:
- 1,500.58 sq. ft.
- Below Grade Finished Area:
- 805.72 sq. ft.
- Acreage:
- No
- Lot Area:
- 6,221 sq. ft.
- Lot Frontage:
- 50'
- Front Exposure:
- South
- Levels:
- One
- Total Rooms Above Grade:
- 7
- Year built:
- 1981 (Age: 44)
- Bedrooms:
- 3 (Above Grd: 3)
- Bedrooms Above Grade:
- 3
- Bedrooms Below Grade:
- 0
- Bathrooms:
- 3.0 (Full:3, Half:0)
- Plan:
- 7811676
- Heating:
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Basement:
- Finished, Full
- Foundation:
- Poured Concrete
- New Constr.:
- No
- Construction Material:
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Structure Type:
- House
- Roof:
- Asphalt
- Ensuite:
- Yes
- Flooring:
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl Plank
- Cooling:
- None
- Fireplaces:
- 1
- Fireplace Details:
- Brick Facing, Family Room, Mantle, Wood Burning
- Garage:
- Yes
- Garage Spaces:
- 2
- Parking:
- Concrete Driveway, Double Garage Attached, Front Drive, Heated Garage, Insulated, Workshop in Garage
- Parking Places:
- 4
- Parking Total/Covered:
- 4 / -
- Laundry Features:
- Laundry Room
- Strathcona Park
- Dryer, Garage Control(s), Humidifier, Induction Cooktop, Microwave Hood Fan, Refrigerator, Washer, Window Coverings
- Shed, Alarm System
- None Known
- Floor
- Type
- Size
- Other
- Main Floor
- Living Room
- 19'1" × 16'9"
- Main Floor
- Kitchen
- 15'1" × 13'9"
- Main Floor
- Dining Room
- 13'9" × 11'
- Main Floor
- Bedroom
- 10'10" × 10'7"
- Main Floor
- Bedroom - Primary
- 19'5" × 12'6"
- Main Floor
- Bedroom
- 10'8" × 10'5"
- Main Floor
- Foyer
- 10'10" × 4'2"
- Lower Level
- Laundry
- 10'9" × 7'11"
- Lower Level
- Den
- 15'6" × 10'8"
- Lower Level
- Family Room
- 20'4" × 12'2"
- Lower Level
- Cold Room/Cellar
- 7'11" × 5'
- Lower Level
- Furnace/Utility Room
- 8'8" × 8'
- Floor
- Ensuite
- Pieces
- Other
- Main Floor
- Yes
- 3
- 5'1" x 7'8"
- Main Floor
- No
- 4
- 6'2" x 8'1"
- Lower Level
- No
- 4
- 5' x 10'9"
- Title to Land:
- Fee Simple
- Community Features:
- Playground, Schools Nearby, Walking/Bike Paths
- Interior Features:
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Closet Organizers, Granite Counters, No Animal Home, No Smoking Home, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Vinyl Windows
- Exterior Features:
- Balcony, Private Yard, Storage
- Patio And Porch Features:
- Balcony(s), Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Lot Features:
- Back Yard, Gentle Sloping, Low Maintenance Landscape, Private
- Num. of Parcels:
- 0
- Fencing:
- Fenced
- Region:
- Calgary
- Zone:
- CAL Zone W
- Zoning:
- R-CG
- Listed Date:
- Sep 16, 2025
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Front of home with south facing balcony and paving stone driveway. -
Large living space. with plenty of sunlight
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Renovated kitchen
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King sized primary bedroom.
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Renovated ensuite with glass shower stall doors.
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Recreation room with hard wood and fireplace
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Private deck in back yard.
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Southwest view showing ravine pathways and green space within walking distance.
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Character front of home.
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Foyer with entrace seperate from living spaces.
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Stairs between upper and lower levels.
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View down to the tall foyer
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Open concept main floor.
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Formal dining space
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Hallway to bedrooms and rear stairwell
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Modern kitchen with serving counter.
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Large and bright space.
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Functional layout
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Space for table overlooking back yard.
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Induction overn.
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Primay with room for crib, desk, or lounge furniture.
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Second bedroom with pleanty of space.
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Main full bathroom.
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Third bedroom.
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Lower level recration room
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Basement hallway to service areas.
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Den easily used as a bedroom.
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Basement full bathroom
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Large laundry room with storage and sorting table.
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Man cave garage includes heater and work bench.
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Deck at private retreat back yard.
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View of large back yard.
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Treen lined lot.
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View of downtown from Strathcona Drive.
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West view
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North view
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West view showing downtown
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View of Bow Trail and downtown from near by green space.
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Data was last updated September 17, 2025 at 12:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
- Listings on market:
- 15
- Avg list price:
- $815,000
- Min list price:
- $449,900
- Max list price:
- $1,275,000
- Avg days on market:
- 29
- Min days on market:
- 1
- Max days on market:
- 125
- Avg price per sq.ft.:
- $486.31
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Strathcona Park. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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