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8636 47 Avenue NW, Calgary

Bowness
NewMLS® A2350814· 1 day on market
$529,000
$526 per sq ft (asking)
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,006
Sq ft
1978
Year built
$3,175
Property tax (2026)
3,003
Lot sq ft
CalgaryListings Insight
Welcome to 8636 47 Avenue NW — a 3-bedroom home built in 1978, featuring 2 bathrooms in the community of Bowness, with 1,006 sq ft of living space above grade. Additional features include a fully finished basement with a separate entrance and vinyl plank flooring. 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® A2350814.

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About this property

Welcome to this unique 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom semi-detached bilevel duplex in a quiet and highly desirable Bowness enclave. This property offers approximately 2,000 sq. ft. of total living space and presents an exceptional opportunity for investors looking for strong rental income and long-term upside. The property features a converted basement Illegal suite with a separate entrance and kitchen, creating excellent potential for additional rental revenue. The main level offers 3 good-sized bedrooms, a 4-piece bathroom, galley-style kitchen, separate dining area and comfortable living room. Recent improvements include new flooring and fresh paint, giving the home a clean and refreshed feel. The lower level features 2 additional bedrooms, a 3-piece bathroom, spacious recreation/living area, kitchen/wet-bar area and laundry, along with large bilevel windows and its own separate entrance. One of the biggest advantages of this property is its excellent rental potential. The current tenants are wonderful, reliable tenants who are willing to stay long term, making this an attractive opportunity for an investor seeking an established income-producing property with minimal vacancy risk. Outside, you'll find a welcoming front veranda and a large rear deck, perfect for enjoying the quiet surroundings. The location is exceptional. Situated just steps from Bowness Park, Bowmont Off-Leash Park, the Bow River and extensive bike paths, this home offers the best of west Bowness living. It's also conveniently located close to Stoney Trail, the Calgary Farmers' Market West, Trinity Hills shopping, Superstore, restaurants, two hospitals and the University of Calgary. Downtown is an easy commute, while quick access west makes weekend trips to the mountains convenient.
Property Taxes
$3,175/yr (2026)

Listing Information

MLS® NumberA2350814
StatusActive
List Price$529, 000
Days on Market1 day
OccupancyTenant

Property Details

Property TypeSemi Detached (Half Duplex)
Architectural StyleAttached-Side by Side, Bi-Level
ZoningR-CG
Above-Grade Sq Ft1, 006 sq ft
Year Built1978
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Total Bathrooms2

Interior

BasementFull, Finished, Separate/Exterior Entry
FlooringCarpet, Vinyl Plank
Fireplaces0
HeatingForced Air
Air ConditioningNone

Exterior & Parking

ExteriorCedar
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Total Parking2
Patio / DeckFront Porch

Site & Lot

Lot Size3, 003 sq ft
Lot Acres0.07 acres
Lot Width25.00
Lot FeaturesBack Lane, Back Yard, City Lot, Low Maintenance Landscape
Legal Description4960AP;3;19

Inclusions

Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Stove,Refrigerator,Washer

Room Dimensions

Main Level
Living Room19`5" × 12`8"
Dining Room9`1" × 13`1"
Kitchen10`3" × 8`3"
Bedroom10`0" × 12`7"
Bedroom9`0" × 9`3"
Bedroom9`11" × 8`11"
4pc Bathroom4`11" × 8`0"
Lower Level
Great Room19`1" × 21`2"
Kitchen9`3" × 9`0"
Bedroom - Primary9`3" × 22`5"
Bedroom - Primary9`3" × 22`5"
Bedroom9`5" × 11`2"
3pc Bathroom5`6" × 7`3"
Furnace/Utility Room5`6" × 7`1"

Listing Office

Real Estate Professionals Inc.
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Property History

8636 47 Avenue NW has been listed 1 time before — see each asking price, what happened, and any sold prices.

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What stands out about this listing

  • Time on marketOn the market 1 day. Semi-detached homes that sold in Bowness over October 2025 – September 2026 averaged 47 days.

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 $529,000. That is about 28% below the $735,000 median sale price for semi-detached homes in Bowness over October 2025 – September 2026, across 53 recorded sales. Those sales took 47 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

DestinationBy carBy transit
Downtown Calgary19 mins40 mins
University of Calgary12 mins57 mins
Foothills Medical Centre10 mins36 mins
Mount Royal University16 mins39 mins
Calgary International Airport25 mins2 hours 4 mins
Westside Recreation Centre12 mins1 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 8636 47 Avenue NW for sale?

Yes. 8636 47 Avenue NW in Bowness is an active MLS® listing (MLS® A2350814). It has been on the market 1 day. Listing data last updated 2026-10-08.

What is the asking price of 8636 47 Avenue NW?

8636 47 Avenue NW in Bowness is listed at $529,000.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8636 47 Avenue NW have?

8636 47 Avenue NW in Bowness has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing records 1,006 sq ft above grade. It is a semi-detached home (half duplex).

How does the asking price of 8636 47 Avenue NW compare with the Bowness market?

Its $529,000 asking price is about 28% below the $735,000 median sale price for semi-detached homes in Bowness (October 2025 – September 2026, 53 sales). Medians are not adjusted for size, age or condition.

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