Welcome to 221 5th Avenue NE... A rare opportunity in one of the most coveted inner-city enclaves of Calgary's Crescent Heights....
This charming 1912 character home sits on a spectacular 4,500 sq. ft. lot, perfectly perched on the preferred side of the street with sweeping, unobstructed views of downtown. Beautifully maintained and full of warmth and original detail, this home is the perfect entry point into the community — whether you're a first-time buyer looking for something truly charming and special or someone searching for the ideal setting to build a dream home. Inside, the home is inviting and full of personality, with hardwood floors, vintage architectural touches, and a cozy layout that’s just bursting with charm. The detached garage offers added convenience and functionality, while the lush backyard and level lot, with alley access, provides the perfect place to relax, entertain or build.... Obviously, what truly sets this property apart is its location; views that go forever, literal steps from iconic Rotary Park, a short walk to downtown Calgary, the Bow River pathway system, and a vibrant mix of community shops, cafes, community centres and everything else that comes with this neighbourhood. It’s an idyllic and aspirational setting — quiet and residential, yet deeply connected to the heartbeat of the city. Whether you're drawn to the potential of the lot, the character of the home, or the lifestyle of the location, this is a once-in-a-generation offering. If you’ve been dreaming of building that forever home but waiting for the perfect site — this is the one. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Calgary’s heritage in a truly unbeatable setting.
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Negotiable
Suite:
No
Home Style:
Bungalow
Total Living Area:
739.7 sq. ft.68.7 m2
Main Level Finished Area:
739.7 sq. ft.68.7 m2
Taxes:
$4,023 /
2025
Tax Assessed Value:
651000.0
Lot Area:
4,499 sq. ft.418 m2
Lot Frontage:
37'4½"11.4 m
Front Exposure:
North
Levels:
One
Total Rooms Above Grade:
6
Year built:
1912
(Age: 113)
Bedrooms:
2
(Above Grd: 2)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
1.0
(Full:1, Half:0)
Plan:
1332N
Heating:
Baseboard
Basement:
Full, Partially Finished
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Other
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
No
Flooring:
Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
0
Garage:
1
Garage Spaces:
1
Parking:
Single Garage Detached
Parking Places:
2
Parking Total/Covered:
2 /
-
Laundry Features:
In Basement
Crescent Heights
Refrigerator, Stove(s)
NA
None Known
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
15'4.57 m × 9'11"3.02 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
17'6"5.33 m × 12'7"3.84 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
10'1"3.07 m × 8'5"2.57 m
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
9'8"2.95 m × 9'2.74 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'3"3.12 m × 7'4"2.24 m
Main Floor
Foyer
9'2.74 m × 8'3"2.51 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
4'7" x 9'10"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Interior Features:
Crown Molding, See Remarks
Exterior Features:
Other
Patio And Porch Features:
Other
Lot Features:
Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Lawn, Private, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
Data was last updated June 18, 2025 at 12:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
54
Avg list price:
$380,000
Min list price:
$175,000
Max list price:
$2,250,000
Avg days on market:
31
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
250
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$423.54
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Crescent Heights. Average values are
derived using median calculations.
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