September 2010

New Listing Sneak Peek - North Glenmore / Lakeview Calgary, SW

Monday, September 27th, 2010 at 8:49am. 662 Views, 0 Comments.

Smart Calgary Homes would like to present an exciting new listing that will be hitting the market later today.  This fabulous home is located in North Glenmore however because it is on the south side of Glenmore Trail people often confuse this neighbourhood with Lakeview and call it Lakeview East.  Enjoy a fabulous garden that is bursting with colour and well designed but easy to maintain.  Inside the house you will love the vaulted ceiling and hardwood floor that is throughout the whole upper floor including all 3 bedrooms.  The main bathroom has been renovated and has a beautiful tile shower surround and contemporary finish.  The large kitchen is bright with plenty of counter space and leads comfortably through the dining area and into a cozy living…

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The C.P.R.'s Influence on Calgary Neighbourhoods

Wednesday, September 15th, 2010 at 10:48am. 1959 Views, 3 Comments.

The latest page up on our site is about Cliff Bungalow real estate.  Like many Calgary neighbourhoods, Cliff Bungalow was built on land annexed directly from the Canadian Pacific Railway. 

The CPR heavily influenced the development of Calgary, being a driving force in the city’s growth, economy and layout.   It also had a significant influence on the development of Calgary neighbourhoods, establishing boundaries and layouts that linger on, even today.

Canadian Pacific Railway in Calgary: The Beginning

In August 1883, the banks of the Elbow River were lined with merchants and businessmen who had come to take advantage of the completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway.  The CPR was to open Calgary up to the East and provide a corridor for…

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