Alexandra Sell - Calgary Realtor

NEW LISTING ALERT! 🔥

There’s good & then there’s extra. This is the latter.

Beautiful semi-detached in Cornerstone. 9’ ceilings. Large corner lot. Legal suite. Brand new solar panels + double garage.

Open concept main floor with a gorgeous kitchen, oversized island, quartz counters + plenty of room to gather.

Upstairs delivers: 3 bedrooms, primary with walk-in + 5-piece ensuite, 2 more bedrooms, office nook + upper laundry.

Bonus: fully finished, legal 1-bedroom suite with private entrance + laundry.

This is the kind of property that makes sense today and for years to come!✨

📍 104 Corner Meadows Gate NE, Calgary
4 Beds | 4 Baths | Double Garage | Legal Suite
MLS

Since 2 of my clients are in the middle of moving right now I'd like to share a few what I tell my buyers before possession day. 🏡📦

📦 Book your movers early.
If you’re hiring movers call as soon as you know your possession date. Good movers book up quickly.

📞 Confirm the day before.
Call or text to make sure everything is still on schedule and confirm the arrival window. I cant stress this enough because I had clients whose movers were a no-show on the day of!

⏰ DO NOT book your movers for noon.
This is a big one. Your possession time might be noon but that does not mean you’ll have the keys at exactly noon. There can be delays with lawyers, funds, registration, keys or the transaction itself.

I always recommend booking movers for later in the afternoon or, if possible, the following day. Yes, it means a little more inconvenience — but it can save you from paying movers to sit around waiting.

🔑 Don’t schedule everything for the exact minute you get possession.
Possession day has enough moving parts without adding unnecessary pressure.

🧹 Have a “first night” box.
Toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags, cleaning supplies, phone chargers, coffee, snacks, basic toiletries, medications, scissors/box cutter and a change of clothes. You’ll thank yourself later.

📸 Take photos before everything gets moved in.
Especially if there are existing concerns or items you want documented.

🥡 Plan dinner or delivery in advance.
Trust me, you will not want to cook.

And finally… give yourself some grace. Your new home does not need to be perfectly unpacked on day one. You just got the keys to your new home. 🥂🏡

Save this for your next move — or send it to someone who is moving!

A little late to the housewarming party… but this one deserves a post. 🥂🏡

My client took possession of a brand new townhouse in Sage Hill back in August and I've been meaning to share it ever since.

She did such a beautiful job choosing the finishes and putting her own stamp on the space. Even though it’s brand new, it feels thoughtful, warm and very her (she’s very stylish!) ✨Most importantly she loves her new home which is the whole point. 🤍

Also I have to say, working with Logel Homes () was such a positive experience. Great builder, great communication and a really smooth process from my side as the Realtor. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.

📍 199 Sage Hill Heights NW

Everyone knows you need to declutter before you list but that’s only the beginning.

Sometimes preparing a home for sale looks a little less glamorous than you might expect… like me, in yellow gloves washing your walls and baseboards. And yes I’m known for getting my hands dirty. 😉🧤

Why bother? Because listing preparation is often in the details buyers may not consciously notice but they certainly feel it when they walk through your door.

That’s why I always do a pre-listing walkthrough where I’ll walk through the home with you and help identify what’s worth your time and money, what to leave alone & what will make the biggest difference.

So go ahead and fix the little things:

• Fix leaky faucets, running toilets and sticking doors.
• Patch holes in drywall and touch up scuffed paint.
• Clean baseboards, walls, doors & trim.
• Service your HVAC system.
• Replace burned-out lightbulbs.
• Wash windows.
• Make sure the home feels fresh, clean and cared for.

Thinking about selling? Let’s do the walkthrough before you start the work.

Just because I’m sitting pretty doesn’t mean I’m not judging your landscaping. 😉🌿

90% of my business comes from referrals which means the world to me. ❤️

This couple was referred to me when they were planning their move to Calgary and needed someone local to help them find the right home.
We clicked immediately and they were fantastic from day one: thoughtful, curious & full of really good questions (which I LOVE).

We did FaceTime calls, talked through neighbourhoods and properties, scheduled showings and had lots of conversations about what they wanted their move to look like.

And because I talk about real estate investing approximately all the time 😂 — and own several investment properties that I also self-manage — we knew a home with a suite was worth exploring.
Their goal wasn’t just to buy a beautiful house but to also help offset a mortgage and become part of their long-term wealth building strategy.

We finally found a beautifully renovated home tucked onto a quiet cul-de-sac in Scenic Acres, with over 3,500 sq. ft. of developed living space and a walkout legal suite. It’s the kind of house they won’t quickly outgrow and that will serve them well as mortgage helper or even multigenerational living down the road.

The whole process from start to finish was so enjoyable and I can't wait to watch them make it their own. 🏡

It’s the first week of September, which means we’re officially entering the fall Calgary real estate market. 🍂🏡

The leaves are about to turn golden, the days are getting shorter but there’s no snow on the ground, your balcony is still lush & your lawn is looking pretty damn good. 😂

So if selling has been sitting in the back of your mind… consider this your official heads up:

Get your sh #% together. It’s time.

What are we doing to get your house ready?

✨ Decluttering & depersonalizing
✨ Tackling the little repairs you’ve been ignoring
✨ Getting the house looking its absolute best
✨ Professional photos + a killer marketing plan
✨ Pricing it properly from day one
✨ And then… getting it SOLD.

Fall is coming. 🍂

Let’s get her ready. Let’s get her listed. Let’s get her sold. 🔑

✨ A brand new home in Rangeview! ✨

So excited for my client who just took possession of this beautiful brand-new townhouse in Rangeview! 🏡

This home checks so many boxes: 4 beds, 2.5 bathrooms, attached double garage, upper-level laundry, a gorgeous open-concept kitchen and living space & a private balcony for those summer evenings.

I also have to give a big shoutout to the team at Streetside Developments, they were absolutely great to work with throughout the process. 👏

And of course, a huge thank you to Jessica Blaney () for making the financing side as easy and seamless as possible. Having great people in your corner makes such a difference!

Congratulation & can’t wait to see you make this place your own! 🔑❤️

📍 127, 1750 Rangeview Dr SE
MLS® A2289293

Last lake day. 🥲

Two months here and I’m somehow leaving feeling like I could stay another two.

I’m so grateful for this summer, for the lake, the sunshine, the people I got to spend it with & a chance to switch off for a while.

Now it’s time to trade my swimsuit for work clothes & get ready for whatever fall brings. 🤍

Last week was a whirlwind... and I kind of loved it.

Five days of back-to-back showings, two accepted offers, one listing officially sold, and new buyer clients who were referred to me. ❤️

Weeks like this remind me how much I genuinely love what I do. Every client has a different story, every deal has its own twists and turns & no two days are the same.

That said, my brain is officially done negotiating for a few days. 😂

I'm heading to the lake to unplug, soak up sunshine and come back recharged for whatever next week brings.

Thank you to everyone who trusted me this week, referred someone my way or cheered me on. ☀️🌊