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        <description>Justin Havre's Just Listed Calgary Real Estate Blog brings you the latest market news and property listings, as well as tips for buying or selling a home &amp; living in Calgary.  </description>
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            <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre)</author>
            <title>Why Do People Like To Live In Springbank Hill?</title>
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As one of Calgary's more desirable neighborhoods, Springbank Hill almost seems like a sort of paradise to the people that live there. With snowcapped mountains appearing in the distance, and hills that seem to roll on forever, this is a growing community that is suited for affluent people that are looking for a rural setting.


Luxurious custom-built homes are the order of the day in this area and you won't find any of the cookie-cutter types of homes here. Instead, when you first visit this neighborhood, you'll see luxury homes that have more of a log cabin feel to them resting on generous lot sizes.Springbank Hill is a family type of neighborhood with plenty of children to be seen at play on any given day. There is an abundance of private schools nearby and the many public and Catholic schools in the area all have a great reputation. In fact, many parents choose this location simply based on the schools available.This is a safe area to raise children or to retire in style. This community has a crime rate that is lower than average and offers residents a quality of life that is definitely considered above average.As a West End community that is close enough to the city to stay connected but far enough away to still be considered rural, this is prime Calgary real estate at its best. The terrain is full of hills, which makes unobstructed views of the mountains a real possibility for many homeowners. This neighborhood is definitely something to aspire to if you are just getting started in the Calgary real estate market. Combined family incomes need to be over the six-figure mark per year in order to afford one of these higher-end homes. It's definitely worth the cost, however, since along with the view, homeowners can enjoy huge lots, homes that are larger than 3000 ft.² in size and a view to die for.Springbank Hill is an oasis of tranquil beauty that offers everything you could possibly need within a 15 minute drive. With a wide selection of single family homes, condos and luxury estates, there is something in this community that can appeal to anyone.
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            <pubDate>Tue, 15 May 2012 19:53:00 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre)</author>
            <title>Big Sales At The River Condominium Project</title>
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There's a flurry of sales activity happening at the River Condominium Project these days and there doesn't seem to be any sign of things slowing down soon. These condos are selling with a big price tag and there is definitely a market out there wanting them desperately.Of the 38 units available in the development, 14 have been sold thus far. This includes one sale for $8.3 million, which is a record, and 4 sales priced higher than $5 million. It seems that this development has played their cards right by giving buyers in Calgary exactly what they are looking for - larger floor plans. The need is there, the Project is providing it and the sales are booming.On three floors the units compromising 4,400 square feet each have completely sold out while the penthouses that have a square footage of 5300 - 5600 have also been sold. This buying frenzy is a direct reflection of the economy and just how well the financial scene is doing these days here in Calgary.People are enjoying bigger incomes than ever and with that comes the desire for luxury homes. Todd Hirsh, a senior economist at Calgary's ATB Financial has said that it all relates to the booming economy in this fair city. This is all part of a growing trend for high-end luxury units. Condo sales for units priced higher than $1 million were up in 2011 with 26 being sold, compared to 21 units sold in 2010.Within the past 8 weeks there have been five sales in the range of $2.6 million up to $5.9 million at the Tower located beside the Elbow River on 26 Avenue S.W. This project includes 11 townhomes and 27 condos in the Tower.These condos and townhomes are the ultimate in luxury and it is easy to see why they are being devoured so quickly. With perfect detail given to both design and functionality, all of the units offer everything that a person could want in luxury, and then some. From gourmet kitchens to home automation and cove lighting, there seems to be absolutely nothing missing in these River Condominium Project units.
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            <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 17:55:00 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre)</author>
            <title>Will Cleaning Your Carpet Help You Sell Your Home Faster?</title>
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When it comes to Calgary home sales, this is quite a loaded question. Agents are frequently asked whether a good carpet cleaning will help sell the home faster and the quick answer is "It all depends." An agent can walk into a home and tell right away whether the carpet needs a good cleaning or not. When a carpet hasn't had a thorough professional cleaning for years, there can be lingering odors that may be harboring in your home. The funny thing is you may not be smelling them while others can.Every home has its own smell and the homeowner will get used to it. In some cases it can be a very pleasant odor but in some homes there is a mild kind of mildew smell that is emanating from the carpets. In these cases, it definitely would be worth the small cost of getting the carpets professionally cleaned to help sell the home faster.What about pets?Almost every pet owner knows that a furry friend can leave accidents on a rug and it can be almostimpossible to remove the odor and the stain completely. If you have been training a puppy recently, for example, you will probably have to get your home cleaned by a professional carpetcleaning company before putting it on the market.These cleaning companies have special products that they use to neutralize any of the mess that has been left behind. As well, they have equipment that can grind deep down into the carpet fibers to break down the molecular structure of urine and other pet accidents. Once this cleaning has been done you can be assured that all of the lingering pet odors will have been completely eradicated. You don't want to invite viewers into your home and have them rub their nose or sniff around trying to locate the source of the odor. Not only is it embarrassing, but it will definitely slow down any Calgary home sales.If your carpet is faded and worn, a quick professional steam cleaning can also bring it back to life so that it appears vibrant again. A real estate agent for Calgary home sales can let you know whether a cleaning is absolutely necessary, would be advisable or whether it really isn't needed.
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            <pubDate>Tue, 08 May 2012 11:18:00 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre)</author>
            <title>Examining The April Calgary Real Estate Statistics</title>
            <description> <![CDATA[ Calgary real estate is seeing an improved housing demand while sales growth continues to remain strong. As the flowers bloom and the weather gets warm, it's the perfect time for house-hunting in Calgary.The demand for Calgary real estate increase can be attributed to full-time employment growth and higher migration levels according to the chief economist of CREB, Ann-Marie Lurie.Single family Canadian real estate stats for April show a 5.5% price increase from the same time last year with a benchmark $449,500 price tag. In the Calgary area the average home sold for $463,337 in April with 1,987 homes being sold.Prices are slowly getting pressured upwards as more houses are being listed than put on the market, which means that it's time to move forward and look for houses in Calgary. Timing is everything and the market inventory is slowly decreasing. Right now, however, there is still enough supply for people to hit the streets and start searching for the right home.Calgary real estate trendsIt is important to note that this increase is helping to bring Calgary's levels back to the point where they are more aligned with averages over the long-term. The spring the Calgary real estate market is enjoying the effects of a renewed confidence and this continues to grow. Things are definitely on the upswing and this should carry forward into May.The forecast looks greatAs confidence levels continue to increase the demand should grow for single family housing in the area. This will likely be followed by more listings as homeowners start to notice a price appreciation.There are still plenty of single family homes available on the Calgary real estate listings but it is time to start looking now. The average home only stayed on the market for 45.28 days in April and as demand continues to grow this stat will likely decrease in May. Calgary real estate is looking great and so is the landscape. Spring is always the best time to buy and sell and this year is no exception. If you have been thinking about making the move into home ownership, or are ready for an upgrade, the timing has never been better. ]]> </description>
            <pubDate>Sun, 06 May 2012 16:48:00 -0600</pubDate>
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            <author>justin@justinhavre.com (Justin Havre)</author>
            <title>Market Awareness - Typical January for Calgary Real Estate</title>
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January sales are one per cent below the same month in 2011, with a total number of sales recorded being 1,362 (1,081 for Metro Calgary). Our total MLS Active Listing count is now down to 8,148, a decline of 8 per cent over January 2011.


A quick snap shot of our current listing market activity:


Total Single Family Active: 4,750 – Metro Calgary: 2,989


Total Condominium Active: 1,969 – Metro Calgary: 1,454 


Total Active Combined Residential: 6,809


Total MLS Metro Calgary: 4,469 Here is a quick snap shot of the MLS Sales for January, 2012. 


Calgary Single Family Sales: 953


Average Sales Price:$427,635


Average Days on Market: 68.53


Average Sales Price to List Price: 96.89%


Metro Calgary Condominium Sales: 305


Average Sales Price: $268,526


 


Average Days on Market: 62


Average Sales Price to List Price: 96.46%


The average price of single family homes is at $438,683 for January 2012, a 3 percent fall over the last year. While an increase of 1 percent is registered over the last year for the single family market at $395,00 remaning stable towards this coming month of February.


The forecast is a slow start expected for this time of year, with a lower number of sales but offset by the number of listings.We are looking at a stable market as consumers take their time to make an educated decision before entering the optimistic and balanced market.
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            <pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
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