Virtual Tour Calray
615 6 Ave., S.E., No. 1609, Calgary
Asking price: $499,900 (March, 2024)
Previous asking price: $509,900 (2023) *under previous agent
Selling price: $492,000 (March, 2024)
Taxes: $2,714 (2023)
Days on the market: 18
Listing agent: Joel Gwillim, CIR Realty
The new agent managed to attract 10 visitors after relisting in March with new photography and a trimmed asking price.Virtual Tour Calray
The action
This furnished, two-bedroom plus den suite in a six-year-old tower went largely unnoticed for more than 200 days on the market last year.
Relisted in March, a new agent had new photography done and trimmed the asking price. That combination brought in about 10 visitors and, within three weeks, resulted in a solid deal with an out-of-town buyer.
“We took daytime and dusk pictures because it’s a great corner unit that overlooks the city,” said agent Joel Gwillim. “We really wanted to make sure we captured the views.
“Some [other condo units in the area] were on the market maybe 50, 60, or 70 days,” he said. “For us to get it done – with conditions – in under 20, we were definitely on the lower side of averages there.”
The kitchen is open concept with an island, quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances.Virtual Tour Calray
What they got
This 807-square-foot unit was designed with full-height windows in most rooms. There is also a large balcony off the living room.
The kitchen is open concept with an island, quartz countertops and stainless-steel appliances.
The unit includes a storage locker and a parking spot. Monthly fees are $561 and cover the cost of utilities, concierge and use of building amenities, such as a gym and party room with a terrace.
'We took daytime and dusk pictures because it’s a great corner unit that overlooks the city,' said agent Joel Gwillim.Virtual Tour Calray
The agent’s take
“It’s in a newer building in a revitalized area, so there are a lot of smaller units in there. Whereas this is a two bedroom, two bathrooms plus den, so it’s one of the largest floor plans, not counting the penthouses,” Mr. Gwillim said.
“It catered to a bunch of different people, like a first-time buyer, professionals working downtown or someone who wanted something turnkey that was fully furnished, and they could rent out almost immediately.”