2703 1 Avenue NW

Welcome to this Executive-style 2+1 (+ flex room), 3.5 bath detached home - that can easily be made into a 5 bedroom home, located in an exclusive enclave in coveted West Hillhurst, & just 8 minutes to downtown, & only ½ a block to the Bow River pathway system. Additionally, within minutes is: the Foothills Medical Centre, U of C, SAIT, AB Children's Hospital & more. This home features nearly 3,500 sq. ft. of usable living space & is perfect for a professional couple or others looking to “right-size,” where you can easily lock the door, & go away, when needed! The low- maintenance yard recently saw a $100K upgrade to its landscaping. The oversized 41-foot lot allows for a wide & spacious home. Inside, the chef-inspired kitchen await, complete w/ a beautiful kitchen island. The kitchen features high-end appliances, including gas range stove. Plenty of storage, w/in-island storage & large pantry cupboard. Off the kitchen is a formal-dining space. The Formal living room showcases the first of 3 natural gas fireplaces. The double French doors, open to the backyard oasis. Another rear exterior door, off the mud room, provides easy access to the 2-car detached garage. An elegant 2-pc powder-room completes this level. Heading upstairs 2 bedrooms + a flex space awaits you (which can easily, and cost effectively be turned into a bedroom)! The Primary bedroom is truly an owner’s retreat, w/ its own fireplace & large walk-in closet. The 5-pc ensuite was made for relaxation, w/ heated floors, oversized double vanity w/ endless counter space, large mirrors & stylish backsplash. The deep soaker tub & MASSIVE glassed-in STEAM SHOWER await. The 2nd bedroom upstairs, is spacious & offers a large closet, w/ a custom 4-pc bath next to it. The bedrooms are perfectly situated, with a flex room between them, allowing privacy for all. Upstairs is complete w/ top-floor laundry, w/ sink & linen storage! Skylights make for a bright & pleasant home, complemented by large windows & built-in staircase lighting. Luxury living continues in the fully finished builder-grade basement, with a striking TV/recreation room, w/ sit-at bar, double wine storage, bar fridge & dishwasher! The 3-zone in-floor heated floors, & 3rd fireplace, offer warmth & comfort. The basement features a large bedroom, gorgeous full 4-pc bathroom, & Home Gym, easily made into another bedroom, if desired. Outside, this home is ideal for those that desire a stunning yard, yet do not have time for outdoor maintenance. The homes recent low-maintenance landscaping project allows you to enjoy your SOUTH-facing backyard, while never needing to worry about taking care of a large yard. The deck flows into a firepit area, complete w/ beautiful custom-built pergola & the fire bowls natural gas line provides for never-ending fuel. You can easily lock up your home, & go away on business trips or vacation, without ever needing to worry about watering, with the 4-zone irrigation system, also taking care of the built-in planter boxes.