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1816 42 Street SE
Forest Lawn Calgary T2B 1E9

$499,000
Residential beds: 3 baths: 2.0 854 sq. ft. built: 1959

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
A2261966
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Year Built:
1959
Welcome to this beautifully maintained bungalow offering a total of 1,672 sq. ft. of living space, complete with an legal basement suite and excellent investment potential. The main level has recently updated wtih warm vinyl plank flooring, which creates a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The home has been lovingly cared for, and this care is evident throughout. With three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, there is ample space for families, downsizers, or investors seeking flexible living options. The lower level features a fully finished legal suite with a separate entrance, making it ideal for extended family or rental income. Outside, you’ll find a large, landscaped lot with room along the side for RV parking on a concrete pad—perfect for extra vehicles or recreational toys. The oversized garage, accessible from the back lane, provides ample space for parking and storage. Conveniently located close to shopping, schools, and public transportation, this property combines everyday practicality with long-term potential. Whether you’re looking for a family home, a mortgage helper, or an income property, this one ticks all the boxes.
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Suite:
Yes
Home Style:
Bungalow
Total Living Area:
853.85 sq. ft.
Main Level Finished Area:
853.85 sq. ft.
Below Grade Finished Area:
819.14 sq. ft.
Acreage:
No
Lot Area:
5,306 sq. ft.
Lot Frontage:
43'6⅛"
Front Exposure:
West
Levels:
One
Total Rooms Above Grade:
5
Year built:
1959 (Age: 66)
Bedrooms:
3 (Above Grd: 2)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Bathrooms:
2.0 (Full:2, Half:0)
Plan:
1883GR
Heating:
Forced Air
Basement:
Full, Finished, Separate/Exterior Entry
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Brick, Stucco, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
No
Flooring:
Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
0
Garage:
Yes
Garage Spaces:
2
Parking:
Double Garage Detached
Parking Places:
4
Parking Total/Covered:
4 / -
Laundry Features:
In Basement
Forest Lawn
Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stove(s), Washer
None
None Known
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Living Room
18'4" × 14'2"
Main Floor
Kitchen With Eating Area
13'4" × 10'2"
Main Floor
Bedroom - Primary
10'8" × 10'6"
Main Floor
Bedroom
10'3" × 10'1"
Main Floor
Foyer
4' × 4'
Basement
Family Room
16'2" × 12'4"
Basement
Kitchen With Eating Area
12'4" × 9'1"
Basement
Bedroom
12'6" × 9'
Basement
Laundry
9'3" × 8'1"
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
4
4'11" x 10'3"
Basement
No
3
5'2" x 5'4"
Title to Land:
Fee Simple
Community Features:
Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby
Interior Features:
Laminate Counters, Separate Entrance, Vinyl Windows
Exterior Features:
None
Patio And Porch Features:
None
Lot Features:
Back Lane, Back Yard, Rectangular Lot
Num. of Parcels:
0
Fencing:
Fenced
Region:
Calgary
Zone:
CAL Zone E
Zoning:
M-C1
Listed Date:
Oct 03, 2025
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Listed by Century 21 Bamber Realty LTD.
Data was last updated November 22, 2025 at 08:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
27
Avg list price:
$525,000
Min list price:
$149,900
Max list price:
$699,999
Avg days on market:
51
Min days on market:
3
Max days on market:
784
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$550.71
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Forest Lawn. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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