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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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$1,079,900
5007 21 Avenue NW- 5 beds
- 4.0 baths
- 1,958 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: RE/MAX House of Real Estate
$538,000
179 Sierra Morena Landing SW- 3 beds
- 3.0 baths
- 2,049 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: DreamHouse Realty Ltd.
$799,000
167 Corner Glen Crescent NE- 5 beds
- 4.0 baths
- 2,314 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: URBAN-REALTY.ca
$829,900
50 Hampstead Terrace NW- 4 beds
- 4.0 baths
- 1,981 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: Homecare Realty Ltd.
$1,850,000
58 Scimitar View NW- 4 beds
- 6.0 baths
- 3,863 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: TREC The Real Estate Company
$1,388,000
31 Royal Birch Cove NW- 3 beds
- 3.0 baths
- 1,217 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: RE/MAX House of Real Estate
$3,100,000
1302 Frontenac Avenue SW- 5 beds
- 4.0 baths
- 3,021 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: Royal LePage Benchmark
$3,998,000
4 Aspen Ridge Bay SW- 5 beds
- 8.0 baths
- 4,598 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: Coldwell Banker Mountain Central
$520,000
212-4037 42 Street NW- 2 beds
- 3.0 baths
- 1,972 sq. ft.
Seller Brokerage: RE/MAX Realty Professionals
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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