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1215 Riverdale Avenue SW, Calgary

Elbow Park
NewMLS® A2345696· 4 days on market
$2,495,000
$886 per sq ft (asking)
4
Bedrooms
4.5
Bathrooms
2,815
Sq ft
1929
Year built
$13,299
Property tax (2026)
2
Garage
6,243
Lot sq ft
CalgaryListings Insight
Located in the community of Elbow Park, 1215 Riverdale Avenue SW is a 4-bedroom home with 4.5 bathrooms, built in 1929, offering 2,815 sq ft of living space above grade. This home also offers a fully finished basement, a double garage, hardwood flooring, 3 fireplaces, and a quiet cul-de-sac location. 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® A2345696.

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About this property

Open House Sat & Sun 1pm-3pm! Beautifully positioned on the quiet west end of Riverdale Avenue, one of Calgary’s most prestigious addresses, this stunning Arts & Crafts home pairs timeless character with the comfort & functionality of modern family living. A sunny, south-facing backyard, generous 50x125 foot lot, & beautifully transformed outdoor spaces make this property as compelling outside as it is within. The welcoming front porch offers a peaceful place to enjoy the mature trees & streetscape that make Riverdale Ave so sought after. Inside, a classic centre hall floor plan unfolds into gracious, light-filled rooms designed for both entertaining & everyday life. A comfortable front den provides an inviting home office or quiet retreat, while the elegant living room is centered around a wood-burning fireplace. The dining area is equally suited to memorable dinner parties, holiday celebrations & relaxed family gatherings. At the heart of the home, the kitchen & adjoining family room embrace the sunny South exposure in an open, connected layout. A six-burner gas cooktop, wall oven, butcher block island, butler's pantry & buffet with beverage fridge make the kitchen ideally equipped for hosting. The family room boasts beautiful built-in shelving & cabinets framing a brick gas fireplace, creating a warm gathering place with direct access to the backyard. The extensively transformed backyard brings an entirely new dimension to life at home. French doors open onto an expansive, multi-level deck with distinct spaces for dining, lounging & entertaining. A pergola shelters the oversized hot tub, while two additional seating areas offer inviting settings for morning coffee, summer evenings & time with family & friends. A new oversized double garage, heated & insulated with an extra-height overhead door, adds convenience & year-round practicality. Upstairs, four generous bedrooms offer exceptional space for family living. The impressive primary suite features soaring vaulted ceilings, beautiful views over the south-facing backyard & a spacious 5pc ensuite. Three additional bedrooms, a 4pc bathroom & convenient laundry complete the upper level. The lower level expands the home’s versatility, with a spacious rec & media room anchored by a gas fireplace, flexible areas for a home office or fitness space, a 5th bedroom & a 3pc bathroom. Multiple above-grade windows fill the space with natural light, creating a comfortable retreat for teenagers, guests or extended family. Just half a block from Sandy Beach Park & the extensive Elbow Park pathway system, an easy stroll from highly regarded Elbow Park Elementary School & the Glencoe Club, & within the Western Canada High School boundary, this home places some of the neighbourhood’s most cherished amenities at your doorstep. With 5 bedrooms, inviting gathering spaces, beautifully curated outdoor spaces, & a coveted Riverdale Avenue address, this is a home that must be seen! Call for more information!
Property Taxes
$13,299/yr (2026)

Listing Information

MLS® NumberA2345696
StatusActive
List Price$2, 495, 000
Days on Market4 days
OccupancyOwner

Property Details

Property TypeDetached
Architectural Style2 Storey
ZoningR-CG
Above-Grade Sq Ft2, 815 sq ft
Year Built1929
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms4
Half Bathrooms1
Total Bathrooms4.5

Interior

BasementFull, Finished, None
FlooringCarpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Fireplaces3
HeatingFireplace(s), Forced Air, Natural Gas
Air ConditioningNone
Central VacuumYes

Exterior & Parking

ExteriorWood Frame, Wood Siding
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Garage Spaces2
Total Parking3
Patio / DeckDeck, Front Porch, Pergola

Site & Lot

Lot Size6, 243 sq ft
Lot Acres0.14 acres
Lot Width50.04
Lot FeaturesBack Lane, Cul-De-Sac, Low Maintenance Landscape, Private, Rectangular Lot
Legal Description4078U;D;7, 8

Inclusions

Bar Fridge,Dishwasher,Garage Control(s),Gas Cooktop,Microwave,Oven-Built-In,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer,Window Coverings

Room Dimensions

Main Level
2pc Bathroom5`2" × 4`0"
Breakfast Nook14`8" × 12`0"
Dining Room12`0" × 13`10"
Family Room13`11" × 10`8"
Foyer9`5" × 12`1"
Kitchen13`11" × 13`11"
Living Room16`7" × 14`4"
Office10`5" × 13`5"
Upper Level
5pc Bathroom8`11" × 10`5"
5pc Ensuite bath16`11" × 13`1"
Bedroom11`11" × 12`9"
Bedroom12`1" × 12`10"
Bedroom13`7" × 12`5"
Bedroom - Primary13`1" × 16`2"
Walk-In Closet9`10" × 6`9"
Basement Level
3pc Bathroom8`4" × 7`2"
Bedroom12`5" × 12`2"
Game Room29`11" × 23`3"
Furnace/Utility Room40`11" × 4`11"

Listing Office

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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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What stands out about this listing

  • Time on marketOn the market 4 days. Detached homes that sold in Elbow Park over October 2025 – September 2026 averaged 25 days.
  • Price per sq ft$886 per sq ft above grade at asking, about 9% below the $972 per sq ft median across 8 comparable active detached homes in Elbow Park.

Worked out from this MLS® record, our published community data and the other active listings in Elbow Park. Asking prices only; individual sold prices stay members-only under Alberta VOW rules.

Where this price sits in Elbow Park

Asking $2,495,000. That is about 10% above the $2,275,000 median sale price for detached homes in Elbow Park over October 2025 – September 2026, across 54 recorded sales. Those sales took 25 days on the market on average. Across all home types, sellers in Elbow Park got 100.0% of their asking price on average and the community was carrying 2.3 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

  • Elbow Park SchoolPublic (CBE) · Elementary · 247 m · about 2 mins by carSchool website
  • Rideau Park SchoolPublic (CBE) · Elementary/Junior High · 556 m · about 6 mins by carSchool website
  • Earl Grey SchoolPublic (CBE) · Elementary · 1.1 km · about 4 mins by carSchool website
  • Western Canada High SchoolPublic (CBE) · Senior High · 1.8 km · about 7 mins by carSchool website
  • St. Monica SchoolCatholic (CCSD) · Elementary/Junior High · 1.9 km · about 6 mins by carSchool website
  • Central Memorial High SchoolPublic (CBE) · Senior High · 2.8 km · about 9 mins by carSchool website

Distances and drive times are measured from the centre of Elbow Park, 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 Elbow Park

DestinationBy carBy transit
Downtown Calgary11 mins27 mins
University of Calgary16 mins59 mins
Foothills Medical Centre15 mins54 mins
Mount Royal University10 mins36 mins
Calgary International Airport26 mins1 hour 18 mins
Westside Recreation Centre16 mins45 mins

Off-peak estimates measured from the centre of Elbow Park, not from this address. Live traffic varies.

Who lives in Elbow Park

  • 3,285Population
  • 2.9Average household size
  • 94%Owner-occupied households
  • $288KMedian household income
  • 21%Residents aged 0–14

2021 Census of Canada, via the City of Calgary community profile — long-term neighbourhood context, not current market activity. Full Elbow Park census profile →

Questions about this home

Is 1215 Riverdale Avenue SW for sale?

Yes. 1215 Riverdale Avenue SW in Elbow Park is an active MLS® listing (MLS® A2345696). It has been on the market 4 days. Listing data last updated 2026-10-14.

What is the asking price of 1215 Riverdale Avenue SW?

1215 Riverdale Avenue SW in Elbow Park is listed at $2,495,000.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1215 Riverdale Avenue SW have?

1215 Riverdale Avenue SW in Elbow Park has 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. The listing records 2,815 sq ft above grade. It is a detached house.

How does the asking price of 1215 Riverdale Avenue SW compare with the Elbow Park market?

Its $2,495,000 asking price is about 10% above the $2,275,000 median sale price for detached homes in Elbow Park (October 2025 – September 2026, 54 sales). Medians are not adjusted for size, age or condition.

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