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MICHAEL BROWN CALGARY MUNICIPAL LAND CORP. A5 JEFF FIELDING CITY OF CALGARY A6 MYRNA DUBE PARKS FOUNDATION CALGARY A7 ALAN NORRIS BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL A8 JAY WESTMAN JAYMAN BUILT A8
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MLS® NEW LISTINGS* JUL ‘13 – JUL ‘15
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Country Hideway Meets Small Town Charm 288025 2338 DR W
Lee Edwards 403-540-0540
CANYON CREEK
NEWS BRIEFS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3 FIVE THINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A4 Protected intersections
EVENT LISTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A6
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algary region housing starts saw double-digit declines in July, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC). The national housing agency reported total starts in the Calgary census metropolitan area were down 43.1 per cent in July from a year ago to 770 units.
CONSTRUCTION A3
$719,000
This country style home is situated on 5 acres close to Millarville and only 20 min. away from Calgary. A hay shelter and shed, and fenced paddock provide a good horse setup. The oversize heated garage will fit a truck, and a trailer/ RV pad off the circular drive adds convenient storage with easy access. The home takes full advantage of the view and the light with large windows and 3 covered verandahs. The beautiful kitchen, features lots of natural light, cupboards and counter space, granite countertops, and a central island with gas cooktop. The master bedroom offers a large walkin closet and 5 piece ensuite opening to a private verandah that has been wired for a hot tub. The loft at the top of the stairs offers versatility for use.
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CALGARY STARTS DOWN IN JULY
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Redwood Meadows
44 SLEIGH DR
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$549,000
Fully renovated 6 bedroom home. Over 3300 sq. ft. of living space with 18 ft. vaulted ceilings and open concept main floor. The expansive great room is highlighted by a stunning 2 story river rock fireplace and a row of clerestory windows at the top. New kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, high end stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. Spacious master bedroom featuring a walk-in closet, luxurious 4 pce. ensuite bath with a jetted corner tub, and patio doors opening onto the huge back deck. Downstairs is fully finished with 3 additional bedrooms, a huge games/rumpus room, and a 4 pce. bath. The double attached garage is insulated, drywalled, and has roughed in in-floor heat and overhead storage. Nestled in a wilderness setting on a 1/3 acre corner lot. MLS® C4019548
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