60 6A St. NE, CALGARY
ASKING PRICE $998,900
SELLING PRICE $960,000
TAXES $6,774 (2014)
DAYS ON THE MARKET 138
LISTING AGENT Thomas Keeper, Tink International Real Estate
THE ACTION: Just last summer agent Thomas Keeper sold a new, semi-detached home at the end of a street on the north hillside of Murdoch Park for $1.13-million. By the time this identical stone and stucco version next door was listed, oil prices had dived and the number of active house hunters had dropped. The initial $1.2-million price was reduced several times, one bid was rejected and an acceptable deal was only finalized after the posted price dropped below $1-million.
WHAT THEY GOT: Local builder John Haddon created a pair of upscale, Craftsman-style residences with built-in garages on 24-by 120-foot lots, including this roughly 2,440-square-foot model with ten-foot ceilings, a wrought iron staircase and double-sided gas fireplaces, including one between the living and dining areas.
The kitchen is outfitted with a central island work space, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove. The lower level recreation room includes a handsome wet bar.
The upper level houses laundry facilities and three bedrooms, including a fireside master retreat with a balcony, walk-in closet and the largest of four bathrooms.
THE AGENT'S TAKE: "Most new luxury homes today are modern-style, so there are not a lot of Craftsman-style homes," says Mr. Keeper. "But people really love Craftsman-style homes in Alberta."
The property also has several spots to enjoy the scenery and passing seasons. "It's on a ridge, so it has an unrestricted view of downtown," Mr. Keeper states.
"[Plus] it has a double attached garage, which is very uncommon for inner city homes. Most have detached garages, and given how cold it is in Alberta, that's a good thing to have."
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