Doug, Marjorie & Kevin McKay Chestermere Realtors

by Doug, Marjorie and Kevin McKay | Sep 3, 2022 | Chestermere, Chestermere living, MLS Listings

Chestermere Realtors, Marjorie and Doug McKay have been selling Chestermere and area homes since 1993. That is 30 years of working together! It has worked so well for us that our son Kevin McKay, is coming to work with us.

The secret is that we each have the areas that we specialize in. Marjorie McKay loves marketing and promoting the listings. Whether it is on our self-managed website, Facebook, blogging, or internet marketing Marjorie has mastered each of these platforms.

Kevin McKay is a licensed drone pilot and a videographer. He is responsible for all of the images you see on our listings. Having a drone video, and drone photography shows off the exterior of the property, the neighbourhood, the yard, and the proximity to parks, schools, and other amenities. On acreages, it shows the rest of the property. Check out our videos here.

Not many realtors are doing video tours of the homes that they list as there is quite a learning curve. Homes with video have 70% more views. Kevin’s videos show what it would be like to walk through the home. Once you click the start button there is nothing else to do. Just sit back and enjoy the home. We also include a floor plan with our listings so buyers can see what the layout is like and how their furnishings would fit. Because this is all done in-house we have better control to emphasize the special features of a property. We can also get your property on the market faster. Should the season change, we can redo the photos so the property looks current.

Doug loves to negotiate. He treats your money like it was his own, and he does not part with it lightly. Marjorie and Kevin each have slightly different styles, and if anyone of them runs into a realtor they do not mesh with, another member of the team can jump in.

As more and more real estate agents are coming with buyers for the lake, we have found that they do not know what they do not know about Chestermere. They do not know about lakefront retaining walls, the water depth at different locations, docks, boathouses, and retaining walls. For this reason, Doug McKay attends the first showing on lakefront properties with agents that are unfamiliar with Chestermere. He can answer the buyer’s questions and show the special features of the home. We also keep an up-to-date page with lakefront homes for sale.

Chestermere Lakefront homes for sale.

A lot of real estate agents that are not familiar with acreages are showing acreages. An acreage property is more than just a house. There is a water system, sewage system, and sometimes access to irrigation, and additional buildings It also must be zoned for the use that the buyer intends to use it for. Can they run a business, can they have horses, etc? We also update the acreage listings on our website.

One of our acreage sellers said to Doug, “when you show the property you show the barn, the well, the storage shed, the gardens, the second well. These other realtors just show the house and then they leave.” After we heard this, we met with realtors showing the property and walked them through the entire property. This is what we now do with acreages. It is more work for us, but the properties are being recognized for all of the assets that they possess.

When it comes to the offer, we love to negotiate on your behalf. Knowing the market is imperative to successful negotiations. Because we specialize in this market we are aware of the competition, and we know if there were extenuating factors that affected the sales price. We know how many comparable homes are on the market, and what the demand for a certain type of home has been. We know the builders, the developers, and which ones to stay away from. We look at the new listings in Chestermere daily to see what is new on the market

We look forward to meeting with you and discussing your goals. Whether you are buying or selling, or just want to know where you stand with the equity in your home. Please call us we would love to meet you.

All of our listings on Realtor.ca link back to our website with videos, and floorplans.

If you want to know more check out our website at ChestermereRealEstate.com.

Marjorie, Doug and Kevin McKay

403-207-1776

Chestermere Videos.

by Doug, Marjorie and Kevin McKay | Oct 9, 2020 | Chestermere, Chestermere living

We live here, play here and sell homes here. Here are some Chestermere videos of us and our friends enjoying life at the Lake.

Using your boat is so much easier when the lake is your backyard. You just drop the boat and go. The lake is 20 feet deep towards the middle on the South end of the lake so, you can surf here. From the video you get an idea of how great Chestermere really is. The water is crystal clear as it changes over every 5 days.

As a lakefront owner, you can always find quiet water, as you just drop your boat and go. The city of Chestermere is reducing the number of boats that they let on the lake, so the traffic on the lake has reduced.

Lakefront homes have been selling fast. You need a lakefront realtor to help you find a great lakefront home. Here is what is on the market.

There are also good opportunities to sail at the South end of the lake. The Calgary Yacht club is located on East Chestermere Drive. They offer sailing lessons, and they also have race nights.

If you have any questions about living at Chestermere Lake please give us a call. We would love to help you decide if Chestermere is right for you. You can view more Chestermere Videos on our YouTube Channel.

Kevin McKay is our drone pilot and videographer. It is a great way to see what a property or a neighborhood has to offer.

Consider Lake Chestermere For Your Next Home.

by Doug, Marjorie and Kevin McKay | Feb 20, 2020 | Chestermere, Chestermere living

Are you looking for a neighborhood that is ideal for raising a family but still allows you to work in the city? Look no further, because Lake Chestermere may be the one you want. Chestermere Lake is a community of 20,000 that borders the City of Calgary. At the centre of the community is a 750 Acre lake that you can boat, waterski, fish and swim in. Great schools and services and a feeling of belonging make Chestermere a great place to call home. Read on to find out what makes it one of the most favorable places to raise your family.

Minimal commute time

It only takes about 20 to 30 minutes (depending on time of day) to get to downtown Calgary. Chestermere is 20 minutes to the Calgary International Airport. There are numerous industrial parks that are also close to Lake Chestermere. Stoney Trail also makes getting to any area of the city a fast commute. Where is Lake Chestermere.

Chestermere and Calgary Transit are in talks to bring Calgary Transit to Chestermere.

Parks and public beaches

Children often need new things to do and new places to explore. You can satisfy your kids’ curiosity and boundless energy by taking them to the numerous refreshing lakefront beaches for a picnic or barbecue, as well as for adventures that are safe and appropriate for them. There are three public beaches for the family to enjoy.

Lake Chestermere has great bike paths and a bike park and skateboard park.

From the city of Chestermere you can ride your bike along the canal all the way to Calgary. There are pathways that run along the canals and ponds in Chestermere. Chestermere bike park video.

Quality schools in the neighborhood

Lake Chestermere is part of the Rocky View School Division and the Calgary Catholic School District, which gives you the choice of enrolling your kids in public schools or in separate schools. Prince of Peace is a Charter school that is nearby. There are also play schools and day care within the town that can help you look after your young tots. Lake Chestermere Schools.

After School Activities.

Martial Arts, Dance, Fitness Classes, hockey, soccer, ringette there is a community centre that arranges family events throughout the year. The Calgary Yacht club operates out of Chestermere and they have great sailing programs. The city also has programs for families. Dawsons Landing will have a new civic centre and field house.

Medical, Dental, Physio, Chiropractic, Medical Lab, Family Support.

In Lake Chestermere you can get into see a Doctor on the same day. There are three medical clinics that are taking new patients. There is a medical lab in town, two chiropractic clinics, two physio clinics, acupuncturist. Family support is provided by the town and the public health clinic. Lake Chestermere Medical.

Shopping in Chestermere

There are two major grocery stores in Chestermere. Safeway and No Frills in town. There is a Cobbs Bakery, A Dollarama, A consignment store, and a variety of other businesses in town. East Hills Shopping Centre is just 5 minutes away and it has a Walmart and Costco as major tenants. There are 56 businesses located here.

Chestermere has a well-educated and diverse population.

24% of Chestermere residents are university educated. Who lives in Chestermere.

There are a wide variety of homes in Chestermere. Lakefront homes are running from around $700k for a cabin or lakefront lot, $850k can get you a lakefront home that you can enjoy year around.

Chestermere condos There are apartment, townhouses and villas for sale in Chestermere.

View all homes for sale in Chestermere on MLS.

There are new communities opening up in Chestermere and you can have a single family home in the Low $400k range. Resale homes in Chestermere offer incredible value, with most selling for below replacement value. The older the home (1990+) the bigger the lot and the closer to the lake.

The McKay family has been helping buyers and seller’s in Chestermere since 1993. We moved to Chestermere in 1991 when the population of Chestermere was just 900 people. The roads had potholes, the kids had to commute to Conrich for school, and there was one broken down playground. There was one store in town with just the basics. We have watched Chestermere grow and prosper. We have playgrounds in every community, we have great roads, newer schools, medical services and you can get most everything you need without experiencing Calgary traffic. Doug McKay is licensed with RE/MAX Mountain Vie in Calgary Calgary. Us sailing on Chestermere Lake

We have seen the communities of Lakeside Greens, Lakeview Landing, Westmere, Chesterview Estates, The Cove and Kinniburgh develop. Showhomes are open in Kinniburgh, Westmere, Chelsea, Dawson’s Landing and Waterford. We are looking forward to the amenities that Chelsea and Dawson’s Landing will bring. The show homes are open in these communities and Chestermere is undergoing a growth spurt again. While Calgary is feeling the pain of fewer building sites available, Chestermere is ready to fill the gap. Great homes in beautiful communities are available now! You can secure a lot now!

We have seen the rate of sale increase substantially in late 2020 and more so in 2021. The Benchmark price for Chestermere year over year was up 1% in January and 7.2% in February. This means that the higher priced homes are selling. As of the end of February there was 3.66 months of supply. This is a very healthy market to sell in. More homes should come on the market towards spring, as they always do.

We would love to answer any of your questions about Chestermere. Call Doug at 403-909-7975.

C4124451 : Just Listed

by Doug, Marjorie and Kevin McKay | Jun 23, 2017 | Chestermere, Chestermere living, Listings Chestermere Langdon, MLS Listings, Waterfront homes

$1,195,000Lakefront Bungalow on Chestermere Lake

Chestermere Lakefront Bungalow Offered at $1,195,000

This property is tastefully designed, including a mountain view, custom built by the homeowner himself. Absolutely nothing was spared during the construction of this masterpiece. This executive bungalow offers over 3100 sq ft of living space with vaulted ceilings, gourmet kitchen, granite, countertop, gas stove, built-in oven & walk through pantry. It features a waterfront master suite with French doors to the deck, & a spa influenced 5pc ensuite – jetted tub, glass surround shower, heated tile flooring. The walkout level has an expansive recreation & media room, 2 large bedrooms, 4pc bath & elegant custom designed wine room with stone accents. All interior doors are 36u201D wide (wheelchair accessible). The manicured lot is complete with professional landscaping, custom built retaining wall, 2 shared 72u2019 docks, boatlift, outdoor media area, gas fireplace, tiered decking including house width main level deck. In floor heating, new shingles in 2013 & acrylic stucco in 2016.

Chestermere Lake is a 750 acre lake community that borders onto Calgary’s Eastern edge. It is a lake you can waterski, sail, fish as well as swim in.

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Chestermere Is Close to Everything.

Calgary International Airport

Peter Lougheed Hospital

Telus Centre

Calgary Zoo

South Calgary Health Campus

Living in Chestermere.

The lake is 3.5 miles long by a half a mile wide and covers 750 acres. The Bow River feeds the lake with mountain, spring and glacier run-off. Chestermere Lake has a complete water change every five days.

Chestermere has many great neighbourhoods and lifestyles to choose from. Lakefront homes, golf course homes, new homes, resale homes, apartment condominiums, townhouses, and attached homes that are not condos.

Area Schools

We have great schools in Chestermere and area. Here you will find links to area schools.

Chestermere Communities

Here you will find information on Chestermere, Langdon and Rockyview communities.

Medical In Chestermere.

Yes you can find a family doctor in Chestermere! We have a medical lab, physio-therapy learn more…

Recreation in Chestermere.

Chestermere has twin arenas for hockey, figureskating, ringette. There are also 4 sheets of ice for curling. more…

Chestermere Parks

Chestermere has 3 beaches, a bike park, a skate park, lots of pathways for walking or cycling. There are tot lost throughout the community.

Chestermere Real Estate Market

The market is stabilizing. Prices are as low as they going to go.. It is a great time to move up..

772 West Chestermere Drive

by Doug, Marjorie and Kevin McKay | Jun 16, 2017 | Chestermere, Chestermere living, MLS Listings, vacation homes, Waterfront homes

Your Everyday Home and Lakefront Get-Away In One.

At 772 West Chestermere Drive you can spend your weekends enjoying the lake, not driving to the lake.

Live on the lake and love it! 772 West Chestermere Drive is a great lakefront 2 story, has 4 bedrooms, and has been freshly renovated throughout. Fresh exterior painting is coming. This affordable lakefront home has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, a second-floor family room an over-sized double garage with an over-sized door, and a rare and impressive drive in boat house with solid boat lift. There is even room to park the RV! You could finish off the attached storage on the boathouse to make a real man cave or workshop or just great storage for all of your boards, skis, bikes, and toys. There is 2368 sq. ft. on 2 levels. There are real hardwood floors throughout the main floor. The kitchen has rich Cappuccino cabinets and light granite counters. The appliances are all stainless steel. The laundry room is very generous with room for crafting or hobbies. There is a 2 piece bath near the front entrance. The kitchen, dining room and living room are open to each other. There is a patio door out to the deck. There is a bedroom and a four piece bath on the main floor. On the second floor there is a family room with wet bar, 2 bedrooms, a 2 piece bath and the master bedroom which has a four piece en suite with separate shower and luxurious soaker tub. The yard is deep and has a great deck for entertaining and a hot tub is included. This mature yard has lots of trees for privacy and shade. There is hot water heating throughout for economy and comfort. 772 West Chestermere Drive would be a great spot on the lake for your family.

Learn More About 772 West Chestermere Drive

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Meet Lakefront Specialists Marjorie and Doug McKay

Call or text at 403-975-1776 or send us a note below.

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Vacation Everyday at Chestermere Lake.

by Doug, Marjorie and Kevin McKay | Jun 6, 2017 | Chestermere living

Just another Tuesday at Chestermere Lake

Seize the moment! When you live at Chestermere lake you can wakeboard, stand up board, kayak, sail or just enjoy the sunset.

Because you live just 30 minutes from downtown Calgary you can enjoy the lake everyday. Chestermere is a 750 acre lake that you can motorboat on. Chestermere is 5 miles East of the city of Calgary. With a population of 20,000 Chestermere is Alberta’s newest city and closest neighbour. When you live on Chestermere lake you can enjoy the lake every day.

Living in Chestermere Lake.

The lake is 3.5 miles long by a half a mile wide and covers 750 acres. The Bow River feeds the lake with mountain, spring and glacier run-off. Chestermere Lake has a complete water change every five days.

Chestermere has many great neighbourhoods and lifestyles to choose from. Lakefront homes, golf course homes, new homes, resale homes, apartment condominiums, townhouses, and attached homes that are not condos.

Area Schools

We have great schools in Chestermere and area. Here you will find links to area schools.

Chestermere Communities

Here you will find information on Chestermere, Langdon and Rockyview communities.

Medical In Chestermere.

Yes you can find a family doctor in Chestermere! We have a medical lab, physio-therapy learn more…

Recreation in Chestermere.

Chestermere has twin arenas for hockey, figureskating, ringette. There are also 4 sheets of ice for curling. more…

Chestermere Parks

Chestermere has 3 beaches, a bike park, a skate park, lots of pathways for walking or cycling. There are tot lost throughout the community.

Chestermere Real Estate Market

The market is stabilizing. Prices are as low as they going to go.. It is a great time to move up..

Chestermere is close to everything.

Chestermere Safeway

Chestermere Safeway

There are 5 strip malls in Chestermere offering just about every service a family could want or need.

The Chestermere community currently has 4 service stations, 2 car washes, bottle depot, 3 convenience stores, 22 restaurants and fast food places, a full service Safeway, a No Frills Grocery Store, 5 liquor stores, 2 hair dressers, 5 dentists, a veterinarian, three chiropractors, three family medical clinics, a medical lab, physiotherapy, 2 optometrists, four pharmacies, five banks, a dance studio, a martial arts school, a tattoo studio, a tire shop, an oil change shop, four fitness clubs, two barber shops, a pet store and 4 pubs. East Hills Costco

Many more services are available at East Hills Shopping Centre, just 5 miles West of Chestermere. There is a Walmart Super Centre, Hair Dressers and Barbers, a Bulk Bin, Sleep Country, Sport Chek. Michaels, Marshalls, A Dollar Store, and more. There is a Costco with a gas bar and a liquor store. At East Hills you can enjoy a gourmet hamburger, a specialty coffee, or an Italian ice cream.