Buying or Selling with Calgary MLS® Listings

Calgary MLS® listings may include detached homes, condos, townhomes, semi-detached properties, villas and new-construction homes across a wide range of communities and price points.

Searching current Calgary MLS® listings is an important first step, but each property should also be evaluated for its location, ownership structure, condition, monthly costs, title information and suitability for your plans.

Diane Richardson can help arrange private viewings, gather available property information and assist you in comparing listings based on your preferred communities, budget, property type and possession requirements.

Reviewing Calgary Homes for Sale

Detached and freehold attached homes should be assessed for their lot, exterior condition, foundation, roofing, windows, mechanical systems and interior improvements. Buyers should review the title, easements, restrictive covenants, property boundaries and real property report where available.

Renovations, additions, decks, garages and basement development should be checked for applicable permits. Basement bedrooms should have appropriate windows or exits, and a separate entrance or additional kitchen does not establish that a secondary suite is legal or approved.

• Compare the asking price with similar active listings and recent sales.
• Distinguish above-grade living space from basement development.
• Review the age and condition of major building components.
• Confirm parking, garage dimensions, lot boundaries and property inclusions.
• Investigate renovations, additions and available permit records.
• Consider an appropriate professional inspection before removing applicable conditions.

Reviewing Calgary Condos and Townhomes

Condominium properties require an assessment of both the individual unit and the condominium corporation. Two similar units can have different monthly costs, parking arrangements, bylaws and exposure to future repairs.

• Monthly condominium fee and the services it includes.
• Reserve fund study, financial statements and operating budget.
• Insurance coverage and deductible information.
• Recent board and owner meeting minutes.
• Approved or proposed special assessments.
• Parking and storage ownership or assignment.
• Pet, rental and renovation bylaws.
• Planned repairs and major building projects.

New-Construction and Quick-Possession Homes

New-home pricing should be reviewed carefully to determine what is included in the advertised amount. The final cost may be affected by the lot, upgrades, appliances, window coverings, landscaping, fencing, decks, legal fees and possession adjustments.

Buyers should confirm deposit requirements, construction specifications, completion timelines, warranty coverage, deficiency procedures and what happens if possession is delayed.

Request Calgary MLS® Listing Information

When requesting information about a specific property, include the address or MLS® number. You can also provide your preferred Calgary communities, price range, property type, minimum bedroom count and required possession timeframe.