A Calgary home in Palliser just sold for $990,000 — over $190,000 above asking — after attracting 12 offers in a single weekend. Calgary real estate bidding wars are fierce right now, especially in established SW communities. Read our insider tips on how to compete, from submitting your best offer to having your deposit ready to go.

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Living in Calgary means mountain access is woven into everyday life. Within one to two hours, alpine lakes, summit trails, and panoramic ridge views are within reach. For many buyers, that proximity shapes real estate decisions, from selecting west Calgary communities with efficient highway access to prioritizing elevated neighbourhoods that showcase sweeping views of the Rockies.