McKenzie Towne
With its pedestrian friendly design, classic small town architecture, landmark community buildings and a thriving main street business centre, McKenzie Towne in southeast Calgary has been called a pioneer of new urbanism. It has been recognized by the Urban Land Institute as one of 26 exceptionally planned communities world-wide. An eclectic mix of housing, tree-lined boulevards, back lane garages and wide front porches are just a few of the community’s small-town inspired touches.
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McKenzie Towne has a population of 16,102 living in 6,783 dwellings. Residents in this community had a median household income of $75,325 and there are 4.6% low income residents living in the neighbourhood. A proportion of 8.9% of the buildings were condominiums or apartments, and 4% of the housing was used for renting.
McKenzie Towne has all of the amenities of an established neighbourhood, paired with the modern day charm of a small town.
Featuring High Street: Reminiscent of a small town main street it is the centre of activity in McKenzie Towne. It features dozens of local conveniences. There is a cozy neighbourhood pub, a modern coffee shop, a Sobey’s where you can do all your shopping, as well as banking institutions. There are also a number of different restaurants to dine out at to name a few: Brewster’s Brewing Company & Restaurant, Kilt & Caber Ale House and the Oolong Tea House.
When it comes to recreation and outdoor living, McKenzie Towne has it all, from Elgin Hill to The Pond at Elgin Village and finally Prestwick Park.
- Elgin Hill comprises approximately 6-acres of an extensively landscaped play area, picnic tables and plenty of park space to enjoy during the summer months. When the snow flies, families can enjoy an afternoon of tobogganing on the biggest toboggan run in the area. The total length of the toboggan run stretches 295 feet.
- The Pond is connected to Elgin Village via the Pathways at Elgin Hill. Although the storm-pond is manmade, it has developed into a natural environment that promotes the growth of bulrushes and cattails and attracts ducks, geese and other waterfowl. The pond encompasses 30-acres – including 20-acres of water surface and 10-acres of adjacent landscaping. The shoreline has been finished with a “hard rock” edge treatment and the shallow edges of the pond are decorated with pond lilies and shaded by strategically planted trees. A 10-acre, landscaped park surrounds the pond and a pathway system winds its way past benches and other lookouts along the pond’s edge.
- Prestwick Common Park, a 3-acre central park located in the heart of the Village of Prestwick, offers McKenzie Towne residents a multi-faceted recreational space for use throughout the year. Highlighted by a central plaza, Prestwick Common’s water fountain, playing field, tot lot, picnic area and basketball courts make it the perfect place to gather in the summer. And when the snow flies, families can enjoy an afternoon of ice-skating and warm up around the plaza’s fire pit.
McKenzie Towne has two elementary and one Junior High located in the community.
McKenzie Towne is a safe community full of green space, amenities within walking distance and that small town feel so many desire. If all of this appeals to you and your family, you have found your new home.
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Listing Details
Return to Search Result47 Elgin Meadows Road SE - MLS® # A2325756
Property Details
Description
RARE OPPORTUNITY! This exceptional family home in the heart of McKenzie Towne offers the perfect blend of upscale living and income potential with a legal 2-bedroom carriage suite (826 sq. ft.) above the heated triple detached garage, currently rented for $1,900/month. The main home offers 1,746 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 bathrooms, showcasing quality craftsmanship throughout. Highlights include solid maple hardwood flooring, brand-new carpet, 9-foot ceilings on the main floor and basement, an impressive 8-foot custom front door, and central A/C. A front den provides the ideal work-from-home space, while the spacious living room is anchored by a cozy gas fireplace. The well-appointed kitchen features SS appliances, an upgraded hood fan, a gas range with an electric hookup option, and a generous corner pantry offering ample storage. A dedicated dining area is surrounded by large windows with beautiful views of the backyard. Upstairs features 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a 4-piece ensuite and upgraded triple-pane privacy glass windows. Additional improvements include a water softener, HRV system, central vacuum, radon mitigation system, and an unfinished basement with four oversized windows, ready for your personal touch. Step outside to your private backyard retreat featuring an impressive 575 sq. ft. two-tier deck with a custom pressure-treated pergola, perimeter LED lighting, aluminum railings, and a natural gas BBQ hookup. Mature landscaping includes a fruit-bearing pear tree, boardwalk side storage, and a thoughtfully designed pet area complete with a custom cedar dog door leading to a covered cedar dog house and a separate pebble dog run. The Professionally finished private carriage legal suite features its own separate entrance and dedicated parking stall, with no access through the garage for maximum privacy. Inside, you'll find durable bamboo flooring, a full-sized kitchen with SS appliances, two spacious bedrooms, a 4-piece bathroom, full-sized in-suite laundry, travertine tile, central vacuum, and elegant glass railings—making it an outstanding mortgage helper or investment property. The heated triple detached garage is a dream for car enthusiasts or tradespeople. Built to an exceptional standard, it features premium 50-year Malarkey shingles, Hardie board siding, triple-pane casement windows with laminated security glass on the lower level, quiet side-mount garage door openers with automatic locking doors, spray foam insulation between the garage and the legal suite for superior soundproofing, 100-amp electrical service, and multiple additional outlets, including dedicated 30-amp (240V) and 50-amp receptacles for EV charging, welders, or heavy-duty equipment. A full concrete apron surrounds three sides of the garage. Located on a quiet street in one of Calgary's most sought-after family communities, this one-of-a-kind property combines an extensively upgraded home with reliable rental income.
Features
BBQ gas line, Dog Run, Private Yard
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