A once in a lifetime opportunity to own a unique part of Calgary’s history! The homestead of one of Calgary’s most famous families, A.E. Cross, and later the site of the original Braeside Farms, the namesake of the community. This is the cure for the common cookie cutter home. An absolutely incredible, sprawling 2,911 Sq.ft. bungalow sitting on a huge and exceedingly rare ¼ acre lot in the heart of Braeside! This home has been lovingly maintained & updated over the years while still retaining much of its original old-world charm. Attractive curb appeal and situated on a quiet street on a raised-up lot clad in a low maintenance stucco exterior. Original period style fir clad entry with slate tile work. Gleaming hardwood floors lead through the stunning fir walled foyer and throughout the main floor. Huge living room at the front of the house overlooks the front street scape and is home to the massive original floor-to-ceiling river stone fireplace that heated the original homestead. You can feel the history of the home in the eclectic fir paneled parlor room loaded with charm and featuring another original fireplace makes a great home office. Updated crisp white kitchen with classic subway tile backspalsh new counters, coffered ceiling & stainless steel appliances including a gas range. Adjacent family room with original fir walls is ideal for entertaining and hanging out. Large dining room off the kitchen is home to another brick-clad original fireplace and offers built-in shelving detailed coffered ceiling and new garden doors to the large rear deck and yard. 3 bedrooms up including large master with a 4th fireplace, fresh paint and new floors. Recently updated spa style ensuite with glass shower enclosure, jetted soaker tub, and modern paint colors. Discreetly located full bath located off the main foyer has also been recently updated. Relax in the bright solarium year round with separate heating. This flexible space offers a wide variety of uses. Functional, large main level laundry room. Fully developed down (completed within the past 8/9 years) features a large 4th bedroom and adjacent new 4pc ensuite featuring mosaic tile work, soaker tub/shower, and matching vanity. Unique library with loads of built-in book shelves and reading nook. A good sized media room and flexible exercise room/office complete the lower level! Multiple extended outdoor living spaces make staying home a great option. Oversized private rear yard oasis with huge deck, mature trees & shrubs. Surrounded by new crisp white PVC fencing, with ample lawn space & concrete sports pad. Over height double detached garage. Many updates and upgrades including modern paint colors, 3 newer High Efficiency furnaces, 2 new hot water tanks, newer roof, updated baths & much more. Far too many details, upgrades, rooms & unique features to list in this one-of-a-kind historic property!
Price:
$639,900
Dwelling Type:
Detached
Property Type:
Residential
Home Style:
Bungalow
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
3.0
Year Built:
1910
Floor Area:
2,911 sq. ft.270 m2
Lot Size:
10,890 sq. ft.1,012 m2
MLS® Num:
A1099946
Status:
Sold
Floor
Type
Dimensions
Other
Main Floor
Bedroom
13'3"4.04 m
x
8'8"2.64 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'8"3.56 m
x
7'9"2.36 m
Main Floor
Bedroom
11'10"3.61 m
x
9'2.74 m
Main Floor
Master Bedroom
15'4"4.67 m
x
14'7"4.44 m
Main Floor
Laundry
7'7"2.31 m
x
2'9".84 m
Main Floor
Den
16'11"5.16 m
x
11'11"3.63 m
Main Floor
Sunroom/Solarium
17'8"5.38 m
x
11'3"3.43 m
Main Floor
Family Room
14'4"4.37 m
x
14'2"4.32 m
Main Floor
Living Room
24'11"7.59 m
x
17'2"5.23 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
13'8"4.17 m
x
11'10"3.61 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
10'9"3.28 m
x
7'7"2.31 m
Lower Level
Bedroom
14'5"4.39 m
x
8'9"2.67 m
Lower Level
Media Room
10'10"3.30 m
x
10'9"3.28 m
Lower Level
Game Room
16'8"5.08 m
x
11'3"3.43 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
Yes
5
8'1" x 10'3"
Main Floor
No
4
8' x 8'9"
Lower Level
Yes
4
5'8" x 10'5"
Listed by RE/MAX REAL ESTATE (CENTRAL)
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