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Walkout Basement Homes for Sale in Calgary
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Discover Calgary's walkout basement homes, offering exceptional value and versatility with direct basement access to outdoor spaces. With 5,537 active listings currently available, you'll find walkout basement properties throughout Calgary's diverse neighbourhoods, from established communities to new developments.
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$1,150,000
98 Tuscany Estates Crescent NW- 5 beds
- 4.0 baths
- 2,491 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: RE/MAX First
$815,000
276 Belvedere Drive- 4 beds
- 3.0 baths
- 2,140 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: TREC The Real Estate Company
$603,000
18 Prominence View SW- 3 beds
- 3.0 baths
- 1,333 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: Real Estate Professionals Inc.
$849,999
335 Hidden Creek Boulevard NW- 4 beds
- 4.0 baths
- 2,124 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: RE/MAX Complete Realty
$739,900
102 Kincora Glen Mews NW- 3 beds
- 3.0 baths
- 1,780 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: RE/MAX House of Real Estate
Walkout basement homes are particularly popular in Calgary due to the city's varied topography and sloping lots. These properties feature basements with full-sized windows and doors that open directly to ground level, typically leading to a backyard, patio, or landscaped area. This design creates bright, functional basement spaces that can serve as additional living areas, home offices, or rental suites.
When searching for walkout basement homes in Calgary, consider the orientation and slope of the lot, as south-facing walkouts provide maximum natural light. Many of these homes are found in communities built on hillsides or ravine lots, such as areas in the northwest, southwest, and along the Bow River valley. The walkout level often features higher ceilings than traditional basements and can include separate entrances, making them ideal for multi-generational living or mortgage-helper rental opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
A walkout basement has at least one side that's at ground level due to the slope of the lot, allowing for full-sized windows and doors that provide direct access to the outdoors without stairs.
Walkout basements are common in hillside and ravine communities throughout Calgary, including areas like Edgemont, Tuscany, Arbour Lake, Somerset, Cranston, and neighbourhoods along the Bow River valley where natural slopes create ideal conditions for walkout designs.
Potentially, but you'll need to ensure the space meets Calgary's secondary suite bylaws and safety requirements, including proper egress windows, separate utilities access, and compliance with fire safety codes. Always check with the City of Calgary for current regulations.
Walkout basement homes typically command a premium due to the increased natural light, functionality, and potential for additional living space. The price difference varies based on location, lot size, and how well the walkout space is finished.
Check for proper drainage and waterproofing, inspect the quality of windows and doors, assess the ceiling height and natural light, and consider the potential uses for the space. Also evaluate the outdoor area the walkout accesses and its privacy level.
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