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16 5315 53 Avenue NW
Varsity Calgary T3A 2E7

$400,000
Residential beds: 2 baths: 2.0 960 sq. ft. built: 1975

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2248250
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1975
* OPEN HOUSE SAT, AUG 16TH 12-2 PM * BEST VALUE UNDER $400,000 l CORNER UNIT l KITCHEN & WASHROOMS RECENTLY UPDATED l Welcome to Varsity Estates Villas – A beautifully updated townhome in one of Calgary’s most coveted communities! This spacious home offers over 1,400 sq ft of total living space with 2 large bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and a fully developed basement. The main floor features a bright, & white, renovated kitchen with butcher block countertops and stainless steel appliances, a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace, and a stylishly updated half bath. Upstairs you'll find two generous bedrooms with charming wainscoting and a recently refreshed full bathroom. Downstairs, the finished basement provides a versatile space for a home office, gym, or family room. Enjoy your private west facing patio, backing onto a green space with mature trees and a nearby playground, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Located just minutes from the University of Calgary, Foothills & Children’s Hospitals, Dalhousie LRT, and Market Mall, with easy access to parks, bike trails, and more. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity - Book your showing today!
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Row/Townhouse
Condo Type:
Conventional Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Suite:
No
Home Style:
2 Storey
Total Living Area:
960 sq. ft.
Below Grade Finished Area:
480 sq. ft.
Condo Fee:
$420.15
Condo Fee Includes:
Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Professional Management, Reserve Fund Contributions, Snow Removal
Front Exposure:
West
Entry Level:
1
Levels:
Two
End Unit:
1 Common Wall
Total Rooms Above Grade:
4
Year built:
1975 (Age: 50)
Bedrooms:
2 (Above Grd: 2)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:1, Half:1)
Plan:
9411716
Heating:
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Basement:
Finished, Full
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Structure Type:
Five Plus
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
No
Flooring:
Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
1
Fireplace Details:
Wood Burning
Garage:
No
Parking:
Asphalt, Stall
Parking Places:
1
Parking Total/Covered:
1 / -
Laundry Features:
In Basement
Condo Fee Frequency:
Monthly
Varsity Estates Village
Varsity
Parking, Snow Removal, Trash
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove(s), Washer/Dryer, Window Coverings
Dishwasher, Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, window coverings, washer/Dryer
Pet Restrictions or Board approval Required
Restrictions, Yes
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
16'7" × 11'5"
Main Floor
Kitchen
14'7" × 7'5"
Main Floor
Entrance
7'5" × 4'3"
Upper Level
Bedroom - Primary
14'3" × 9'11"
Upper Level
Bedroom
10'11" × 9'10"
Basement
Game Room
15'10" × 10'5"
Basement
Flex Space
12'5" × 6'3"
Basement
Laundry
9'9" × 7'1"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
7'7" x 5'5"
Upper Level
No
4
7'7" x 5'5"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Interior Features:
No Smoking Home, See Remarks
Exterior Features:
Balcony, Other, Private Entrance, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:
Balcony(s), Other
Lot Features:
Backs on to Park/Green Space, Corner Lot, Many Trees, No Neighbours Behind
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
Fenced
Region:
Calgary
Zone:
CAL Zone NW
Zoning:
M-C1 d75
Listed Date:
Aug 14, 2025
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Listed by RE/MAX First
Data was last updated August 17, 2025 at 06:05 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
54
Avg list price:
$504,700
Min list price:
$209,000
Max list price:
$2,499,000
Avg days on market:
24
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
128
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$428.39
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Varsity. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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