CalgaryListings Insight Set in Rosedale, 1616 5 Street NW is a 2-bedroom home built in 1930, offering 2 bathrooms and 1,096 sq ft of living space above grade. Highlights include a fully finished basement, 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. This one is new to market, so showing access and offer timing may matter. MLS® A2353942.
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Welcome to Rosedale, one of Calgary’s most sought-after inner-city communities, where mature tree lined streets, timeless character and an exceptional central location come together. This charming 1930's home presents a rare opportunity to secure a prime 50' x 120' lot in an established neighbourhood surrounded by beautiful homes and an enduring sense of community. Rich in original character, the home has seen several updates over the years, including improvements to the kitchen and basement, refinished hardwood floors and the addition of legal egress basement windows. Whether you’re looking to move in and enjoy the home as it stands, personalize the space with your own modern touches, or plan a future custom build, the possibilities here are exceptional. For homeowners, this is an opportunity to put down roots in a prestigious inner-city neighbourhood. For builders and investors, it’s a chance to secure a generously sized lot and create something truly special. With 50 feet of frontage and 120 feet of depth, this property offers an exciting canvas for those dreaming of a custom home tailored to their lifestyle, subject to applicable City approvals and development regulations. Beyond the property itself, the location is what makes this opportunity so compelling. Enjoy a short walk to Crescent Road and its breathtaking views of Calgary’s downtown skyline, with nearby McHugh Bluff offering access to green space, scenic pathways and the natural beauty of the Bow River Valley. The vibrant shops, cafés and restaurants of Kensington are close by, while downtown Calgary, SAIT, the University of Calgary and Foothills Medical Centre are all easily accessible. Rosedale also offers the appeal of an established residential community with mature landscaping, a welcoming neighbourhood atmosphere and convenient access to everyday amenities. Opportunities to own a property with this combination of location, lot size, character and future potential are increasingly hard to find. Whether you envision preserving the charm of a classic Calgary home, renovating to suit your taste, or building your forever home in one of the city’s most desirable inner-city neighbourhoods, this is an opportunity worth exploring. Live in it. Make it your own. Build your dream. The opportunity is yours in Rosedale.
Property Taxes
$5,649/yr (2026)
Listing Information
MLS® NumberA2353942
StatusActive
List Price$1, 058, 000
Days on Market5 days
OccupancyTenant
Property Details
Property TypeDetached
Architectural StyleBungalow
ZoningR-C1
Above-Grade Sq Ft1, 096 sq ft
Year Built1930
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms2
Total Bathrooms2
Interior
BasementFull, Finished, None
FlooringCarpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
Fireplaces1
HeatingForced Air
Air ConditioningNone
Exterior & Parking
ExteriorBrick, Wood Frame
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Garage Spaces2
Total Parking3
Patio / DeckSide Porch
Site & Lot
Lot Size5, 995 sq ft
Lot Acres0.14 acres
Lot Width50.00
Lot FeaturesBack Lane, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Rectangular Lot, Street Lighting
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.
What did similar homes here actually sell for?
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Time on marketOn the market 5 days. Detached homes that sold in Rosedale over October 2025 – September 2026 averaged 25 days.
Worked out from this MLS® record, our published community data and the other active listings in Rosedale. Asking prices only; individual sold prices stay members-only under Alberta VOW rules.
Where this price sits in Rosedale
Asking $1,058,000. That is about 10% below the $1,181,250 median sale price for detached homes in Rosedale over October 2025 – September 2026, across 14 recorded sales. Those sales took 25 days on the market on average.
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
Rosedale SchoolPublic (CBE) · Elementary/Junior High · 81 m · about 1 min by carSchool website
Crescent Heights High SchoolPublic (CBE) · Senior High · 1.1 km · about 4 mins by carSchool website
Madeleine d'Houet SchoolCatholic (CCSD) · about 7 mins by carSchool website
Distances and drive times are measured from the centre of Rosedale, 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 Rosedale
Destination
By car
By transit
Downtown Calgary
11 mins
28 mins
University of Calgary
9 mins
22 mins
Foothills Medical Centre
10 mins
36 mins
Mount Royal University
12 mins
34 mins
Calgary International Airport
17 mins
1 hour 5 mins
Westside Recreation Centre
21 mins
52 mins
Off-peak estimates measured from the centre of Rosedale, not from this address. Live traffic varies.
Who lives in Rosedale
1,495Population
2.5Average household size
88%Owner-occupied households
$184KMedian 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 Rosedale census profile →
Questions about this home
Is 1616 5 Street NW for sale?
Yes. 1616 5 Street NW in Rosedale is an active MLS® listing (MLS® A2353942). It has been on the market 5 days. Listing data last updated 2026-10-24.
What is the asking price of 1616 5 Street NW?
1616 5 Street NW in Rosedale is listed at $1,058,000.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1616 5 Street NW have?
1616 5 Street NW in Rosedale has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing records 1,096 sq ft above grade. It is a detached house.
How does the asking price of 1616 5 Street NW compare with the Rosedale market?
Its $1,058,000 asking price is about 10% below the $1,181,250 median sale price for detached homes in Rosedale (October 2025 – September 2026, 14 sales). Medians are not adjusted for size, age or condition.
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