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Property Description

Perched atop the coveted hillside of Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, this 2 Storey 1912 character home offers a rare combination of architectural charm, generous lot size, and an unbeatable location. Whether you're a visionary buyer looking to restore a classic or a developer ready to build something spectacular, this property delivers the canvas you've been waiting for.Set on an expansive 62.5 x 120 ft lot (7,502 sq ft), the possibilities are truly yours to define - redevelopment opportunity on this lot can offer panoramic views of downtown and the mountains. The main floor welcomes you with rich hardwood flooring that has been professionally refinished just a couple years ago, a formal dining room, and a generous living room anchored by a wood-burning fireplace — the kind of warmth and character that simply can't be replicated. A delightful sunroom adds a touch of charm, while a spacious den and a renovated 2 pc bath rounds out the main level beautifully. Upstairs, four bedrooms and a full bathroom are mid-renovation with all materials already on-site — meaning the hard work of planning and sourcing is done for you. The bathroom is shaping up to be a true showpiece, featuring a stunning clawfoot bathtub, dual sinks, upgraded lighted vanity mirrors, new lighting, and partial tiling already installed. One bedroom has been prepped with flooring demoed and new materials ready to go, while another showcases elegant feature wall panelling that adds instant character. With the renovation momentum already underway, the upper level is poised to be something truly special.Outside, the oversized yard is a dream, complete with a stoned-in firepit area and ample space to build out the house or garage. Recent updates include newer furnace & A/C.All of this, just steps from the LRT, SAIT, North Hill Shopping Centre, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of Kensington — with Downtown Calgary just minutes away.Opportunities like this don't come often. Come see the potenti al for yourself! (id:53430)

Building

Property Type:
House
Building Type:
House
Year Built:
1912
Stories:
2.0
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms (total):
5.0 (2 half)
Basement:
Finished, Full

Finished Areas

Interior Size (Total):
2278 square feet
Above Grade:
2278 square feet

Interior

Flooring:
Hardwood, Carpeted
Appliances:
None

Parking

Spaces:
3
Features:
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Other, Oversize

Lot / Land

Lot Size:
697.0 square meters
Frontage:
19.11 meters
Lot Features:
Treed, Back lane

Exterior

Exterior Features:
Stucco, Vinyl siding
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Fencing:
Fence

Utilities & Mechanical

Heating:
Forced air
Cooling:
Central air conditioning

Comfort & Security

Fireplace(s):
1

Fees & Dates

Property Taxes:
$6,547
Tax Year:
2026
Last Modified:
07/27/2026 10:40:15 PM
Status Change:
07/27/2026 10:31:46 PM

Association / Ownership

Common Interest:
Freehold

Room Dimensions

RoomLevelSize
2pc Bathroom Main level 3.25 Ft x 4.50 Ft
Den Main level 7.17 Ft x 14.67 Ft
Dining room Main level 13.83 Ft x 15.50 Ft
Family room Main level 11.08 Ft x 8.08 Ft
Exercise room Main level 7.75 Ft x 17.08 Ft
Kitchen Main level 9.25 Ft x 16.00 Ft
Living room Main level 14.17 Ft x 14.50 Ft
Other Main level 7.75 Ft x 8.42 Ft
Office Main level 7.17 Ft x 8.17 Ft
1pc Bathroom Upper Level 2.67 Ft x 3.42 Ft
3pc Bathroom Upper Level 7.17 Ft x 8.67 Ft
Bedroom Upper Level 7.17 Ft x 10.25 Ft
Bedroom Upper Level 8.92 Ft x 11.67 Ft
Bedroom Upper Level 10.92 Ft x 11.58 Ft
Primary Bedroom Upper Level 11.08 Ft x 11.58 Ft
Storage Upper Level 3.58 Ft x 6.00 Ft
3pc Bathroom Basement 8.92 Ft x 4.67 Ft
Bedroom Basement 18.00 Ft x 10.17 Ft
Den Basement 8.67 Ft x 10.08 Ft
Recreational, Games room Basement 18.67 Ft x 10.75 Ft
Storage Basement 7.25 Ft x 9.50 Ft
Storage Basement 3.25 Ft x 9.50 Ft
Furnace Basement 8.58 Ft x 14.33 Ft

Location

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