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MEDIA MONITORING – April 14, 2012 to April 20, 2012

Billion-Dollar dream
Calgary Herald – 04/14/12

Low Inflation Promises to Keep Interest Rates Steady
Morningstar – 04/14/12

Canada March Existing Home Sales
BusinessWeek – 04/16/12

Be very afraid of the Canadian housing bubble
CBC.ca – 04/16/12

Canada Home Resales Rise 2.5% M/M in March, Up 1.6% year over year
MNI News – 04/16/12

Home sales rise in March, prices edge lower
Calgary Herald – 04/16/12

Canadian March Existing Home Sales Rise 2.5%, Realtors Say
Bloomberg – 04/16/12

Calgary bucks national trend that sees average house price drop over last year
630 CHED – 04/16/12

Home Prices Surge, Signalling Strong Selling Season
GlobeAdvisor.com – 04/16/12

Rural home sales up
630 CHED – 04/17/12

Calgary housing starts more than double
Calgary Herald – 04/17/12

Highland golf course put up for sale for redevelopment
Calgary Herald – 04/18/12

Maintenance-free condo Living with a Sustainable Financial Plan
TD Bank Group – 04-18-2012

Canadians Debt Ratio Contributes to Flat Real Estate Market
Calgary Herald – 04/18/12

Multiple Offers in Real Estate
The Globe and Mail – 04/19/12

Housing starts booming in Western Canada
Calgary Herald – 04/19/12

Mike Leibel - 403-204-1111

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The Xenex Hi-Rise Condominium was built in 2008 and is located at 788 12th Ave SW, Calgary in the community of Connaught.  It is registered on Condominium Plan #0910813 and is comprised of 303 condo units, 154 of which are living units and 153 are underground titled parking stalls. There are eight City Homes on the main floor and all floors have nine units except the first to third which hold eight, and the four penthouses on the 18th floor. There are crossover floors on the 4th, 8th 12th and 16th floors in case of fire.

Xenex Calgary Condo

The Xenex, by Bucci Developments is located right in the heart of Connaught just a block East of Safeway.  There is a small confectionary across the street and a block West of the Nuvo Hotel. The suites are air conditioned, and many have balconies. Most of the homes in the Xenex are small one or two bedroom units with small closets and bright floor to ceiling windows.

Xenex Calgary Condo

The Xenex constructed with high specifications, and the lobby always seems clean and bright. There is a recycling room on the main floor as well as several storage rooms, both dedicated and shared.

Xenex Calgary Condo

There is a fascinating bronze sculpture by Alan Henderson celebrating the Xenex in front of the building.  It was commissioned by Bucci and is named “Ten Figures in Motion with a Horse”.   Go ahead and count them.   

Xenex Calgary Condo

There isn’t a lot for amenities in the Xenex, but if you are looking for a well built downtown condominium in the city core at a reasonable price the Xenex is a good option.

Xenex Amenities

  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Balconies on many units
  • Car Wash Bay
  • Floor to Ceiling Windows
  • In-Floor Heating in Bathroom
  • 3rd Floor Units have Private Terrace
  • Storage Lockers
  • In-Suite Laundry
  • Two Otis 15 person capacity Elevators
  • Recycling Room

Parking at the Xenex

Parking is heated underground on four levels.  Most of the units come with a titled parking stall with the exception of the small studio apartments. There are five stalls reserved for a rental pool and several underground visitor parking stalls.

Xenex Restrictions

There are currently no age or pet restrictions at the Xenex.

Xenex Inclusions

Water is included in the monthly condominium fees.  Gas and electric are paid by the unit holders.

Please call me to arrange for a showing in the Xenex Hi-Rise Condominium Tower if you are in the process of making a purchase or relocation.

Mike Leibel - 403-204-1111

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The Havenworth Condo is located at 4440 14th Street NW, Calgary in the Community of North Haven just across from Nose Hill Park. It was developed by the Courtenay Group out of Edmonton, and constructed in 2010.  The Havenworth is registered on Condominium Plan 1010400.  It consists of 20 living units – 8 of which are two-bedroom and 12 are one bedroom.  Thee are 30 secure underground parking stalls.

The Havenworth

The Havenworth suites are really quite remarkable, with great attention given to the details.  For example the kitchen cabinets are made from Lyptus hardwood from Brazil which is grown specifically for use as a commercial hardwood. Inner doors in The Havenworth are made from beautiful Sapelle from Africa.  The grain and colouring of this wood is mesmerizing.    The homes are spacious with incredible finishing, and the hallways are warm and cozy, with a central octagon shaped lobby which seems to promote a a strong sense of community.

The Havenworth

The floor plans in The Havenworth range in size from 1130 square feet to 1905 square feet. There are only five suites on each floor.  Three are on the North side and two are South facing. Only 4 of the units are not corner units.  The balconies and terraces can be as large as 419 sq. ft.  Some are wrap-around, and some units have up to three balconies.

Features of the Havenworth

  • Heating and air conditioning in each unit
  • Conematic hot water and space heating system
  • Acoustically designed floors, ceilings and walls exceeding building code
  • 9’ to 14’ ceilings with vaulted ceilings on the 4th floor
  • Contemporary gas fireplaces in the living room with polished marble, quartzite or travertine facades
  • Granite counters in kitchen and bathroom
  • In-suite storage
  • Gas Barbeque connections on balconies
  • Energy saving motion detectors in lobby
  • Two Elevators

Havenworth Parking

There are 30 titled underground parking stalls in the Havenworth.

Havenworth Restrictions

There are currently no pet or age restrictions in the Havenworth

Havenworth Inclusions

Condo fees include Heat and Water

In summary, The Havenworth Condos promises to be a viable investment.  I loved the building and the location is very handy two with access to 14th Street and McKnight Blvd.  If you would like to view any new or resale units in The Havenworth with the intent to purchase one, please give me a call.  Please note:  I do not represent the builder or their agent.

Mike Leibel - 403-204-1111

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