Calgary Real Estate Geek
Home Communities Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill 357-1620 8 Avenue NW
$320,000 Active
357-1620 8 Avenue NW · Calgary · T2N 1C4
3 bd 2.0 ba 1,173 sqft $273/sqft Built 1968
MLS® A2309711 · Listed May 9, 2026
Listed by Sotheby's International Realty Canada — Valerie Konechny
By the numbers

How this listing measures up

$/sqft $273
vs Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill median -77% community avg $1389K
Sqft per bedroom 391
Year built 1968
Annual taxes $1,968 2025
Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill avg DOM 40d
$/sqft distribution

Where this listing sits in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

Of 19 active residential listings in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill, this property at $273/sqft sits in the $250–300 range.
$200–$250/sqft · 1 listing $250–$300/sqft · 2 listings $300–$350/sqft · 2 listings $350–$400/sqft · 0 listings $400–$450/sqft · 2 listings $450–$500/sqft · 1 listing $500–$550/sqft · 1 listing $550–$600/sqft · 0 listings $600–$650/sqft · 0 listings $650–$700/sqft · 4 listings $700–$750/sqft · 2 listings $750–$800/sqft · 1 listing $800–$850/sqft · 0 listings $850–$900/sqft · 1 listing $900–$950/sqft · 0 listings $950–$1000/sqft · 0 listings $1000–$1050/sqft · 0 listings $1050–$1100/sqft · 0 listings $1100–$1150/sqft · 0 listings $1150–$1200/sqft · 0 listings $1200–$1250/sqft · 0 listings $1250–$1300/sqft · 0 listings $1300–$1350/sqft · 1 listing $1350–$1400/sqft · 0 listings $1400–$1450/sqft · 0 listings $1450–$1500/sqft · 0 listings $1500–$1550/sqft · 1 listing $200 $300 $400 $500 $600 $700 $800 $900 $1000 $1100 $1200 $1300 $1400 $1500 $1550 This · $273
Other active listings This listing's price range This listing

About this property

3-bed, 2-bath 1173 SF apartment condo in the concrete Cedar Brae Gardens. This sought-after spacious floorplan provides families or roommates, with the low-maintenance benefits of condo living. Features include a large living and dining areas with parquet hardwood and stone tile flooring. The updated kitchen has white cabinetry, tiled backsplash and an updated stainless steel appliance package. Both bathrooms have been renovated, including a 3pc ensuite bath for the owner's suite. The entire unit has been freshly painted. The North facing balcony offers a direct view over the quiet greenspace behind the complex. The complex is exceptionally well-maintained, having completed several building-wide efficiency and aesthetic upgrades: new unit and elevator doors (2025), hallway painting (2025), balcony doors (2019), and four new hot water tanks (2018). These complement earlier updates to windows and balcony railings & glass. Residents have access to an extensive amenity package: a games room with table tennis and shuffleboard, a social room, and a first-floor rec room with a full kitchen available for booking. The grounds feature expansive private green space, a community garden, and a gazebo with built-in BBQ pits and fire pits. The ideal location is a strategic choice for commuters, situated within walking distance of SAIT, Kensington, North Hill Mall, and the Lions Park LRT station. Immediate possession available in this rare opportunity to own a large, 3-bedroom apartment in prestigious Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill.

Property details

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.0
StyleApartment-Single Level Unit
HeatingBaseboard,Natural Gas
CoolingNone
FlooringParquet,Stone
LevelsSingle Level Unit
Interior featuresCeiling Fan(s),Quartz Counters,Vinyl Windows
AppliancesDishwasher,Electric Stove,Microwave Hood Fan,Refrigerator,Window Coverings
Inclusionsn/a
LaundrySee Remarks
Exterior featuresBalcony
PatioBalcony(s)
Year built1968
Construction materialsBrick
RoofTar/Gravel
Parking featuresStall
Parking total1
Annual taxes$1,968
Tax year2025
Possession15 Days / Neg
ZoningM-CG d72
TitleFee Simple
RestrictionsEasement Registered On Title,Pet Restrictions or Board approval Required,Utility Right Of Way
NeighbourhoodHounsfield Heights/Briar Hill
Community featuresPark,Playground,Pool,Schools Nearby,Shopping Nearby,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Tennis Court(s),Walking/Bike Paths
List AORCalgary

Location

Sold comparables in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

29 recent sales in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

VOW members see sold prices, sold dates, and full comparable details. Free registration; takes 30 seconds.

Sign up to see sold data

About Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

AI-generated summary

A quiet, established hilltop community with sweeping downtown and mountain views, offering a peaceful residential atmosphere just minutes from the city centre.

Elevated position offers some of the best unobstructed downtown and Rocky Mountain views in the inner city.
Borders the Briar Hill escarpment, providing access to walking paths and green space.
Highly regarded for its mature, tree-lined streets and established neighbourhood character.
Housing
Predominantly detached single-family homes ranging from well-maintained mid-century bungalows to newer custom infills, with some semi-detached properties throughout.
Transit
Served by Calgary Transit bus routes with reasonably walkable access to Kensington and the broader inner city, though a personal vehicle is helpful for daily errands.
Amenities
Close proximity to the shops, cafés, and restaurants of Kensington Village, with SAIT Polytechnic, North Hill Centre, and Foothills Medical Centre all nearby.
Who lives here
A mix of long-term owner families, professionals, and empty nesters drawn to the elevated location, mature trees, and easy access to downtown.
Full Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill community profile →

This neighbourhood summary was generated by AI for general orientation only. Verify details with the City of Calgary and your REALTOR® before making decisions.

Browse Calgary homes by feature

Heritage & Character Homes New Construction Homes Character Homes Homes Near C-Train Legal Suite Homes Backing Onto Park EV Charging Homes Hot Tub Homes River Homes Walkout Basements Luxury Homes Triple Car Garage Just Listed

Similar listings in Hounsfield Heights/Briar Hill

Listed by: Sotheby's International Realty Canada — Valerie Konechny.