Historic Calgary house sees $1.8 million price drop to lure buyers
A historic house in Calgary is up for grabs, and if you have deep pockets, you can save some serious cash thanks to a new drop in its listing price.
The house is located at 930 Prospect Ave. SW in the city’s historic Mount Royal community and is rich in luxury detail inside and out.
It’s currently listed for $6,950,000, which is a steal considering it was for sale for $8,825,000 earlier this year and a whopping $11,000,000 last summer.
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
The 6,725-square-foot home is located on an impressive half-acre lot surrounded by sweeping trees and stunning landscaping.
The over 110-year-old house has deep roots in the city, having been home to several influential and noteworthy families, according to its listing.
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Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
It has since been modernized, featuring integrated millwork, specialty wall treatments, designer fixtures, velvet drapery, and limestone and marble detailing. It also comes with an elaborate smart home system, meaning you can enjoy the splendours of the past in modern comfort!
With a seamless blend of old and new, the home has also retained its historic character, featuring a sandstone and brick exterior, copper detailing, a grand staircase, stained glass windows, mahogany panelling, and oak flooring.
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
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There’s plenty of room for the whole family, with five bedrooms that include a primary suite featuring a marble en-suite bathroom with a volcanic limestone tub, as well as a sunroom.
It’s perfect for work and play with two offices, an upper-level gym, a billiards room, and a second breakfast sunroom.
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
It’s also an ideal spot for entertaining, with an impressive outdoor sandstone patio that includes a wood-burning fireplace and a designer lap pool. There’s even a glass cabana that can be used as a greenhouse or an additional bar area!
Check out the home’s full listing online.
Would you live in this historic Calgary house that just saw a big price drop? Let us know in the comments below!
With files from Emma Kilburn-SmithĀ