CalgaryListings Insight Located in the community of Westgate, 256 Westminster Drive SW is a 2-bedroom home with 3 bathrooms, built in 1959, offering 1,258 sq ft of living space above grade. Standout details include a fully finished basement, a double garage, hardwood flooring, and air conditioning. 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. This one is new to market, so showing access and offer timing may matter. MLS® A2345555.
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Welcome to this EXCEPTIONAL, THOUGHFULLY DESIGNED and RENOVATED HOME in the established community of Westgate! This charming 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home was rebuilt from top to bottom and inside and out. Not a single detail was left out from the open concept design, energy efficient upgrades and highest quality finishes. Walking up to this stunning home you'll notice the masterfully designed exterior with Hardie board cedar style shakes, brick and beautiful cedar soffits. A cozy entrance has been created with a curved entrance into the open concept living room. In keeping with the character of the home, the hardwood floors were preserved and refinished, and new baseboards were added throughout the main floor. The custom kitchen features painted solid maple cabinetry, top end appliances, and a prep sink in the large island with durable quartz countertops. The primary bedroom was reconfigured to accomodate a full primary ensuite bathroom and a walk-in closet. An additional bedroom and full bathroom complete the main level. In the lower level relax and watch the game or a movie in the threatre room with it's surround sound speakers and built-in cabinetry to fit a large screen TV. Two more additional bedrooms, a full bathroom and a beautiful laundry room finish off the lower level. Entertain on the new aggregate patio out the back of the home with gas added for a BBQ. Still plenty of grass area to play or build a garden. The oversized garage was completely rebuilt to match the exterior of the home, with 200 amp electictal service added and EV charger. Home is conveniently located on a charming quiet street in Westgate and close enough to walk to the LRT, schools, shopping or covenient quick drive to downtown. This home must be seen to appreciate all that has been put into it.
Property Taxes
$5,838/yr (2026)
Listing Information
MLS® NumberA2345555
StatusActive
List Price$1, 099, 000
Days on Market2 days
OccupancyVacant
Property Details
Property TypeDetached
Architectural StyleBungalow
ZoningR-CG
Above-Grade Sq Ft1, 258 sq ft
Year Built1959
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms3
Total Bathrooms3
Interior
BasementFull, Finished, None
FlooringCarpet, Hardwood
Fireplaces0
HeatingForced Air
Air ConditioningCentral Air
Exterior & Parking
ExteriorBrick, Cement Fiber Board
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Garage Spaces2
Total Parking4
Patio / DeckPatio
Site & Lot
Lot Size6, 264 sq ft
Lot Acres0.14 acres
Lot Width57.00
Lot FeaturesBack Lane, Back Yard, Landscaped
Legal Description4994HN;24;7
Inclusions
Dishwasher,ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer,ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer,Garage Control(s),Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Window Coverings
Room Dimensions
Main Level
Entrance5`7" × 6`0"
Living Room15`0" × 17`0"
Dining Room7`4" × 12`2"
Kitchen11`8" × 14`4"
Bedroom - Primary10`6" × 14`5"
Bedroom11`7" × 12`6"
4pc Bathroom5`5" × 9`0"
3pc Ensuite bath5`1" × 10`1"
Basement Level
Laundry5`6" × 10`1"
Game Room16`6" × 23`6"
Bedroom10`6" × 11`6"
Bedroom9`10" × 12`4"
4pc Bathroom5`0" × 9`0"
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.
What did similar homes here actually sell for?
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Asking $1,099,000. That is about 52% above the $725,000 median sale price for detached homes in Westgate over September 2025 – August 2026, across 39 recorded sales. Those sales took 39 days on the market on average. Across all home types, sellers in Westgate got 100.6% of their asking price on average and the community was carrying 2.6 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
Westgate SchoolPublic (CBE) · Elementary · 115 m · about 1 min by carSchool website
Holy Name SchoolCatholic (CCSD) · Elementary · 2.2 km · about 6 mins by carSchool website
Ernest Manning High SchoolPublic (CBE) · about 7 mins by carSchool website
Central Memorial High SchoolPublic (CBE) · about 12 mins by carSchool website
Rundle CollegePrivate / Independent · about 7 mins by carSchool website
Distances and drive times are measured from the centre of Westgate, 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 Westgate
Destination
By car
By transit
Downtown Calgary
15 mins
34 mins
University of Calgary
13 mins
43 mins
Foothills Medical Centre
12 mins
35 mins
Mount Royal University
9 mins
31 mins
Calgary International Airport
29 mins
1 hour 16 mins
Westside Recreation Centre
8 mins
22 mins
Off-peak estimates measured from the centre of Westgate, not from this address. Live traffic varies.
Who lives in Westgate
3,225Population
2.4Average household size
72%Owner-occupied households
$90KMedian household income
16%Residents aged 0–14
2021 Census of Canada, via the City of Calgary community profile — long-term neighbourhood context, not current market activity. Full Westgate census profile →
Questions about this home
How much is 256 Westminster Drive SW?
256 Westminster Drive SW in Westgate is listed for sale at $1,099,000. It has been on the market 2 days.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 256 Westminster Drive SW have?
256 Westminster Drive SW in Westgate has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The listing records 1,258 sq ft above grade. It is a detached house.
Is 256 Westminster Drive SW priced above or below the Westgate market?
Its $1,099,000 asking price is about 52% above the $725,000 median sale price for detached homes in Westgate (September 2025 – August 2026, 39 sales). Medians are not adjusted for size, age or condition.
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