3217 Elbow Drive SW in Calgary: Elbow Park Detached for sale : MLS®# A2323976

Nestled on prestigious Elbow Drive, directly across from picturesque park space, green space, and the scenic Elbow River, this classic 2½-storey character home offers a rare opportunity to own a truly special property in one of Calgary’s most desirable locations. Offered as an estate sale, this cherished family home has been lovingly enjoyed for many years and is rich with warmth, history, and timeless charm. Step inside to discover impressive 9’3” main floor ceilings, an inviting front foyer anchored by a beautiful stone fireplace, and expansive living spaces filled with character. The open living and dining areas feature hardwood flooring, elegant bay windows, and striking beamed ceilings, creating an atmosphere that is both grand and welcoming. The updated kitchen blends modern convenience with classic appeal, offering quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, under counter lighting, pot lights and a bright eating area perfect for everyday living. Main floor laundry adds convenience and functionality. Upstairs, the second level features four generous bedrooms and an updated 3-piece bathroom. The primary bedroom offers patio doors leading to a large west-facing sundeck—an ideal retreat for enjoying afternoon sun and evening sunsets. The third level adds incredible versatility with a bonus room, flex space, and potential recreation area, all enhanced by charming dormer windows that fill the space with natural light. While the roof has been replaced relatively recently and the exterior remains in solid condition, the interior presents an exciting opportunity for renovation or personalization to suit modern tastes while preserving the home’s original character. Outside, the private west-facing backyard offers a spacious sundeck, multiple patio areas, and an older single detached garage with convenient alley access. Mature landscaping in the front yard, including a beautiful lilac hedge, provides privacy and enhances curb appeal along iconic Elbow Drive. With immediate access to walking and biking pathways and just minutes from the boutiques, dining, and amenities of 4th Street SW, this is an exceptional opportunity to restore, renovate, or simply appreciate a remarkable home in an extraordinary setting. Note: Metal roofing and most windows are vinyl.

General Info:

Property Type:: Residential

Property Sub Type:: Detached

Condo Type:: Not a Condo

Transaction Type:: For Sale

Suite:: No

Num Legal Suites:: 0

Num Illegal Suites:: 0

Home Style:: 2 and Half Storey

Total Living Area:: 2,456.98 sq. ft.228 m2

Main Level Finished Area:: 1,088.63 sq. ft.101 m2

Upper Level Finished Area:: 1,368.35 sq. ft.127 m2

Acreage:: No

Lot Area:: 4,133 sq. ft.384 m2

Lot Frontage:: 37'7"11.5 m

Front Exposure:: East

Unit Exposure:: East

Levels:: 2 and Half Storey

End Unit:: No Common Walls

Total Rooms Above Grade:: 10

Year built:: 1912 (Age: 114)

Bedrooms:: 4 (Above Grd: 4)

Bedrooms Above Grade:: 4

Bedrooms On Main:: 0

Bedrooms Below Grade:: 0

Bathrooms:: 2.0 (Full:1, Half:1)

Num Ensuite Baths:: 0

Plan:: 3452W

Additional Info:

Heating:: High Efficiency, Floor Furnace, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Basement:: Full, Unfinished, None

Foundation:: Poured Concrete

New Constr.:: No

Construction Material:: Brick, Wood Frame, Wood Siding

Structure Type:: House

Roof:: Metal

Ensuite:: No

Flooring:: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum, Softwood

Cooling:: Central Air

Fireplaces:: 1

Fireplace Details:: Entrance, Mantle, Stone, Wood Burning

Garage:: Yes

Garage Spaces:: 1

Parking:: Alley Access, Rear Drive, Single Garage Detached

Parking Places:: 1

Parking Total/Covered:: 1 / -

Laundry Features:: Main Level

City Quadrant:

Southwest

Community:

Elbow Park

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Stove, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Window Coverings

Inclusions:

N/A

Restrictions:

None Known

Room Information:

Floor
Type
Size
Other

Main Floor

Living Room

24'7" × 12'8"

Main Floor

Dining Room

12'11" × 12'8"

Main Floor

Kitchen With Eating Area

12'7" × 12'

Main Floor

Foyer

11'7" × 10'4"

Main Floor

Mud Room

7'3" × 4'1"

Main Floor

Laundry

8'5" × 6'

2nd Floor

Bedroom - Primary

13' × 12'

2nd Floor

Bedroom

12'11" × 10'2"

2nd Floor

Bedroom

12'8" × 10'11"

2nd Floor

Bedroom

12'7" × 10'11"

3rd Floor

Game Room

13' × 9'2"

3rd Floor

Flex Space

7'9" × 5'11"

3rd Floor

Bonus Room

12'11" × 11'5"

Bathrooms:

Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other

Main Floor

4' x 5'6"

2nd Floor

6'1" x 8'7"

Land Info:

Title to Land:: Fee Simple

Community Features:: Clubhouse, Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s), Walking/Bike Paths

Interior Features:: Beamed Ceilings, High Ceilings, Quartz Counters, See Remarks, Stone Counters, Vinyl Windows

Exterior Features:: Awning(s), Other, Private Yard

Patio And Porch Features:: Awning(s), Deck, Front Porch, Patio, See Remarks

Lot Features:: Back Lane, City Lot, Creek/River/Stream/Pond, Front Yard, Greenbelt, Landscaped, Low Maintenance Landscape, Other, Private, See Remarks, Street Lighting, Views