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20-8544 48 Avenue NW · Calgary · T3B 2A6
2 bd 1.0 ba 490 sqft $612/sqft Built 1971
MLS® A2314211 · Listed May 31, 2026
Listed by Royal LePage Benchmark — Cam Sterns, Kirby Cox
By the numbers

How this listing measures up

$/sqft $612
vs Bowness median -65% community avg $850K
Sqft per bedroom 245
Year built 1971
Annual taxes $1,998 2026
Bowness avg DOM 31d
$/sqft distribution

Where this listing sits in Bowness

Of 58 active residential listings in Bowness, this property at $612/sqft sits in the $600–650 range.
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About this property

Walking distance to the Bow River pathway system & Bowness Park is this beautifully updated home in RIVERSIDE RIDGE...this popular townhome project on the bluff overlooking the Bow River in the historic established community of Bowness. Perfect for the first-time homeowner, young family or as investment, this wonderful corner unit, with only one shared wall, enjoys upgraded luxury vinyl plank floors, 2 bedrooms & 1 full bath, stainless steel appliances & an outdoor parking stall just steps from your front door for your exclusive use. The main level of this sleek & stylish bi-level is loaded with natural light - with its large windows, open concept living/dining room & spacious updated (2024) kitchen with newer (2024) LG fridge & stove, & in 2025 a skylight was installed…with auto open/close & equipped with wind/rain sensor. Lower level - with large windows, has 2 bedrooms, updated full bathroom with low-flow/dual-flush toilet & laundry with LG steam washer & dryer. Main floor also has a home office (which could easily be converted into a bedroom) & storage room. Your new home also has an awesome front deck (over 100sqft) with views of Canada Olympic Park, new furnace (@ 2020) with NEST thermostat, new hot water tank (@ 2022), new flooring (@ 2021) with Dri-Core subfloor in the lower level, new front door in 2024, 2 newer triple-pane West-facing windows & a plug-in for your car in your parking stall. RIVERSIDE RIDGE is a quaint 34-unit complex - with over 80% owner-occupied, perched on the ridge on the South side of the Bow River, next to the winding trails leading to the Bow River Pathway system & Bowness Park. Only minutes away are neighbourhood schools, shopping & parks, & with its prime location giving you easy access to Stoney Trail & the TransCanada Highway/16th Avenue, you've got a quick & easy commute to the University of Calgary & Foothills Medical Centre/Alberta Children’s Hospital/Arthur J.E. Child Cancer Centre, transit (bus & LRT), Calgary Farmers’ Market West, major retail centres & downtown.

Property details

Bedrooms2
Bathrooms1.0
StyleBi-Level
HeatingForced Air,Natural Gas
CoolingNone
FlooringCarpet,Linoleum,Vinyl Plank
LevelsBi-Level
BasementFull
Basement developmentFinished
Interior featuresCeiling Fan(s),Low Flow Plumbing Fixtures,Skylight(s),Storage
AppliancesDishwasher,Dryer,Electric Stove,Microwave,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer,Window Coverings
InclusionsN/A
LaundryIn Basement
Lot featuresLow Maintenance Landscape,No Back Lane,Views
Exterior featuresNone
FencingFenced
PatioDeck
Year built1971
Construction materialsVinyl Siding,Wood Frame
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Parking featuresAssigned,Plug-In,Stall
Parking total1
Annual taxes$1,998
Tax year2026
Possession15 Days / Neg
ZoningM-C1
TitleFee Simple
RestrictionsPet Restrictions or Board approval Required
NeighbourhoodBowness
Community featuresPark,Playground,Schools Nearby,Shopping Nearby,Walking/Bike Paths
List AORCalgary

Location

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About Bowness

AI-generated summary

Bowness is a laid-back, riverside community with a strong village-like identity and a growing arts and café culture that blends long-time locals with newcomers drawn to its charm.

Bowness was an independent town before being annexed by Calgary in 1963
Bowness Park features a popular lagoon used for paddleboats in summer and skating in winter
The community borders the Bow River, offering direct access to Calgary's extensive pathway system
Housing
The area features a mix of post-war bungalows, infill duplexes, and new single-family builds, offering relatively affordable entry points compared to nearby inner-city communities.
Transit
Bowness is served by Calgary Transit bus routes with connections toward downtown, though most residents rely on personal vehicles for daily errands.
Amenities
Residents enjoy Bowness Park along the Bow River, the Bowness Road main street with local shops and cafés, and easy access to Canada Olympic Park and the broader Paskapoo Slopes.
Who lives here
The community attracts a diverse mix of long-established families, young couples seeking affordability, and outdoor enthusiasts who value proximity to river pathways and the mountains.
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Listed by: Royal LePage Benchmark — Cam Sterns, Kirby Cox.