Was $639,900 · reduced $40,000 (6.3%) on Oct 21, 2026
3
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1,502
Sq ft
1960
Year built
$4,172
Property tax (2026)
2
Garage
6,006
Lot sq ft
CalgaryListings Insight Located in the community of Bowness, 8344 47 Avenue NW is a 3-bedroom home with 3 bathrooms, built in 1960, offering 1,502 sq ft of living space above grade. Highlights include a fully finished basement with a separate entrance, a double garage, hardwood flooring, and a fireplace. Before writing, ask about recent comparable sales, inspection items, permits, basement development, and long-term resale fit. If rental income is part of the plan, verify suite legality, permits, insurance, lender treatment, and current lease details before removing conditions. The recent price adjustment may change how this property compares with nearby active listings. MLS® A2343708.
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OPPORTUNITY IN BOWNESS! Situated on a generous 50' x 120' lot in an incredible location just ONE BLOCK FROM THE BOW RIVER AND BOWNESS LAGOONS, this property offers outstanding potential in one of Calgary’s most established and beloved communities. Enjoy quick access to the river, pathways, green spaces and everything that makes the Bowness lifestyle so special.
The home offers a functional main-floor layout along with a TWO-BEDROOM ILLEGAL BASEMENT SUITE, providing additional flexibility for extended family, guests or potential future rental use.
A major recent investment has already been completed with a NEW premium Owens Corning TruDefinition Duration FLEX roofing system, featuring SBS polymer-modified architectural shingles, SureNail Technology, Class 4 impact resistance and a lifetime warranty.
The location is hard to beat — just a block from the river and lagoons and within walking distance of Bowness High School and Belvedere Parkway School, with shops, restaurants, transit and everyday amenities nearby.
Whether you're looking to renovate, invest, hold or create a home of your own, this property presents an exciting opportunity on a substantial lot in the heart of Bowness. Property is being sold AS IS, WHERE IS. Bring your vision and discover the possibilities!
Property Taxes
$4,172/yr (2026)
Original Price
$639,900
Listing Information
MLS® NumberA2343708
StatusActive
List Price$599, 900
Original Price$639, 900
Days on Market51 days
OccupancyOwner
Property Details
Property TypeDetached
Architectural Style1 and Half Storey
ZoningR-C1
Above-Grade Sq Ft1, 502 sq ft
Year Built1960
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms3
Total Bathrooms3
Interior
BasementFull, Finished, Separate/Exterior Entry
FlooringHardwood, Laminate
Fireplaces1
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
Air ConditioningNone
Exterior & Parking
ExteriorStucco
RoofAsphalt
FoundationPoured Concrete
Garage Spaces2
Total Parking4
Patio / DeckBalcony(s), Deck
Site & Lot
Lot Size6, 006 sq ft
Lot Acres0.14 acres
Lot Width49.87
Lot FeaturesBack Lane, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Lawn, Rectangular Lot
Listing data provided via MLS®. Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers already under contract.
Property History
No previous MLS® listings on record for this property — this appears to be its first time offered. Want to know how often homes nearby change hands? Ask our team.
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Price changeAsking $599,900, down from $639,900 (6.3% lower). We have tracked it since 2026-09-16.
Time on marketOn the market 51 days. Detached homes that sold in Bowness over October 2025 – September 2026 averaged 36 days.
Price per sq ft$399 per sq ft above grade at asking, about 26% below the $541 per sq ft median across 26 comparable active detached homes in Bowness.
Worked out from this MLS® record, our published community data and the other active listings in Bowness. Asking prices only; individual sold prices stay members-only under Alberta VOW rules.
Where this price sits in Bowness
Asking $599,900. That is about 4% below the $625,000 median sale price for detached homes in Bowness over October 2025 – September 2026, across 94 recorded sales. Those sales took 36 days on the market on average. Across all home types, sellers in Bowness got 96.0% of their asking price on average and the community was carrying 4.6 months of supply.
Aggregate MLS® statistics from our own published dataset (community medians, methodology). Medians are not adjusted for size, age or condition, and individual sold prices stay members-only under Alberta VOW rules.
Schools near this home
Bowness High SchoolPublic (CBE) · Senior High · 460 m · about 2 mins by carSchool website
Thomas B. Riley SchoolPublic (CBE) · Junior High · 543 m · about 2 mins by carSchool website
Our Lady of the Assumption SchoolCatholic (CCSD) · Elementary/Junior High · 863 m · about 3 mins by carSchool website
Belvedere Parkway SchoolPublic (CBE) · Elementary · 1.2 km · about 3 mins by carSchool website
Distances and drive times are measured from the centre of Bowness, not from this address. Designation depends on address, grade, program and capacity and changes from year to year — check the CBE or Calgary Catholic finder before you buy.
Commute from Bowness
Destination
By car
By transit
Downtown Calgary
19 mins
40 mins
University of Calgary
12 mins
57 mins
Foothills Medical Centre
10 mins
36 mins
Mount Royal University
16 mins
39 mins
Calgary International Airport
25 mins
2 hours 4 mins
Westside Recreation Centre
12 mins
1 hour 0 mins
Off-peak estimates measured from the centre of Bowness, not from this address. Live traffic varies.
Who lives in Bowness
10,770Population
2.1Average household size
52%Owner-occupied households
$72KMedian household income
15%Residents aged 0–14
2021 Census of Canada, via the City of Calgary community profile — long-term neighbourhood context, not current market activity. Full Bowness census profile →
Questions about this home
Is 8344 47 Avenue NW for sale?
Yes. 8344 47 Avenue NW in Bowness is an active MLS® listing (MLS® A2343708). It has been on the market 51 days. Listing data last updated 2026-10-29.
What is the asking price of 8344 47 Avenue NW?
8344 47 Avenue NW in Bowness is listed at $599,900.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8344 47 Avenue NW have?
8344 47 Avenue NW in Bowness has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The listing records 1,502 sq ft above grade. It is a detached house.
How does the asking price of 8344 47 Avenue NW compare with the Bowness market?
Its $599,900 asking price is about 4% below the $625,000 median sale price for detached homes in Bowness (October 2025 – September 2026, 94 sales). Medians are not adjusted for size, age or condition.
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