Dobey Realty

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$495,000 New Listing

2232 42 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta T2B 1G5

MLS® Number: A2357784
2+1Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
951sq ft
567m² Lot
1Days on Market

About This Property

LIVE UPSTAIRS OR DOWNSTAIRS — LET RENTAL INCOME HELP PAY YOUR MORTGAGE! REGISTERED LEGAL BASEMENT SUITE | DOUBLE DETACHED GARAGE | $3,000 CURRENT COMBINED MONTHLY RENTAL INCOME.Looking for a detached home in Calgary with a way to make homeownership more affordable? This Forest Lawn property offers a fantastic opportunity to live in one residence while collecting rental income from the other. Whether you prefer the bright main and upper levels for yourself or a more compact basement residence while renting the upper level, this home gives you the flexibility to choose the arrangement that works best for your lifestyle and budget.Currently generating a combined $3,000 per month in rental income, including utilities, the property features two self-contained living spaces and a City of Calgary registered legal basement suite. Both residences are currently occupied by tenants on month-to-month agreements, offering flexibility for a future owner, subject to applicable tenancy requirements.THE MAIN AND UPPER RESIDENCE welcomes you with generous natural light, large windows, a comfortable living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious main-floor bedroom, a second bedroom in the upper loft with lower ceiling height, and a full bathroom. A charming and practical space to call home.THE REGISTERED LEGAL BASEMENT SUITE offers a private separate entrance, one bedroom, a full bathroom, a bright living area with large legal windows, and a fully equipped kitchen with stove, range hood, refrigerator and dishwasher. Its own full-size washer and dryer provide additional convenience and independence.IMPORTANT UPGRADES ALREADY COMPLETED! The foundation and basement were reinforced and rebuilt with a concrete basement by a previous owner in the 1960s. During the current owner's approximately 10 years of ownership, significant improvements have included the roof, furnace, hot water tank, basement windows and appliances, all updated within approximately the past five years.Ou tside, enjoy a west-facing backyard, a double detached garage with wooden workbenches, two additional storage sheds, and a generous 6,103 sq. ft. lot with room for outdoor enjoyment and storage.Located in the established community of Forest Lawn, you'll appreciate convenient access to schools, parks, grocery stores, restaurants, shopping and the many amenities along International Avenue. Public transit, including MAX Purple rapid bus service, provides convenient connections toward downtown Calgary.WHY PAY THE ENTIRE MORTGAGE YOURSELF WHEN YOUR HOME COULD HELP? Enjoy the independence of owning a detached home, the benefit of a registered legal rental suite, and the flexibility to choose which residence suits you best.

Key Features

  • Built in 1910
  • Basement: Finished, Full, Separate entrance, Suite
  • Detached Garage Parking
  • Forced air Heat

Property Details

Community Forest Lawn
Property Type House
Building Type House
Style Detached
Storeys 1.5
Year Built 1910
Ownership/Title Freehold
MLS® Number A2357784

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Bedrooms 3
Above Grade 2
Below Grade 1
Bathrooms 2
Full Bathrooms 2
Partial Bathrooms 0

Size

Finished Area 951 sq ft

Interior

Appliances Included Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Stove, Hood Fan, Washer & Dryer
Flooring Laminate, Carpeted, Linoleum
Basement Finished, Full, Separate entrance, Suite

Building

Heating Forced air
Cooling None
Construction Wood frame
Exterior Finish Vinyl siding
Foundation Poured Concrete
Features Back lane, No Smoking Home

Parking

Parking Type Detached Garage
Parking Spaces 3

Land

Land Size 567 m² Lot
Frontage 4.64 m (15.2 ft)
Fencing Partially fenced
Zoning R-C2

Financial

Property Taxes $3,810/yr (2026)

Rooms

Main Level

Other 5′2″ × 4′11″ 1.58 × 1.50 m
Living room 14′11″ × 24′6″ 4.55 × 7.47 m
Dining room 8′7″ × 9′11″ 2.62 × 3.02 m
Other 11′3″ × 15′3″ 3.43 × 4.65 m
Primary Bedroom 9′7″ × 17′1″ 2.92 × 5.21 m
4pc Bathroom 6′8″ × 8′4″ 2.03 × 2.54 m
Other 12′2″ × 13′8″ 3.71 × 4.17 m
Laundry room 6′9″ × 6′9″ 2.06 × 2.06 m

Second Level

Bedroom 12′3″ × 19′3″ 3.73 × 5.87 m

Basement

Other 6′8″ × 7′6″ 2.03 × 2.29 m
Kitchen 6′3″ × 10′0″ 1.91 × 3.05 m
Dining room 9′4″ × 7′11″ 2.84 × 2.41 m
Living room 8′8″ × 12′0″ 2.64 × 3.66 m
Bedroom 12′0″ × 14′3″ 3.66 × 4.34 m
Other 6′5″ × 4′2″ 1.96 × 1.27 m
4pc Bathroom 6′7″ × 7′3″ 2.01 × 2.21 m
Furnace 5′3″ × 10′9″ 1.60 × 3.28 m

Room measurements are supplied by the listing brokerage and are approximate.

Location

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Map location is approximate.

Estimated Monthly Payment

$2,102/mo

Based on 20% down, a 4.09% rate and 25-year amortization. Your actual payment will depend on your rate, down payment, and lender.

  • Mortgage$2,102
  • Property tax$318
  • Estimated total$2,420/mo
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX House of Real Estate · Calgary Real Estate Board
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