Welcome to 501 Buffalo Street — a rare opportunity to own a historical Banff property in one of the town’s most prestigious residential river-front locations. Situated along the Bow River with scenic pathways right out your back door, this iconic home offers an extraordinary lifestyle surrounded by nature, mountain views, and the charm of downtown Banff just steps away.
Set on an expansive 1,390 sq.m. lot (approximately 14,960 sq.ft.), the property offers exceptional space, privacy, and future potential in a highly sought-after setting. Warm architectural character, spacious living areas, and timeless appeal make this a truly special offering for those seeking a legacy property in the heart of the Rockies.
Buffalo Street properties are rarely available — especially with direct river access, historical significance, and this remarkable lot size. A unique opportunity to own in one of Banff’s most exclusive locations
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Condo Type:
Not a Condo
Transaction Type:
For Sale
Possession:
Negotiable
Suite:
No
Num Legal Suites:
0
Num Illegal Suites:
0
Home Style:
2 and Half Storey
Total Living Area:
4,125.32 sq. ft.383 m2
Taxes:
$9,664 /
2025
Tax Assessed Value:
1926300.0
Acreage:
No
Lot Area:
14,917 sq. ft.1,386 m2
Lot Frontage:
22'10½"6.97 m
Front Exposure:
South
Levels:
2 and Half Storey
Total Rooms Above Grade:
15
Year built:
1950
(Age: 76)
Bedrooms:
4
(Above Grd: 4)
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bedrooms Below Grade:
0
Bathrooms:
5.0
(Full:3, Half:2)
Plan:
7115HT
Heating:
Forced Air
Basement:
Full, Finished, Other
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
New Constr.:
No
Construction Material:
Wood Frame
Structure Type:
House
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Ensuite:
Yes
Flooring:
Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum, Stone
Cooling:
None
Fireplaces:
4
Fireplace Details:
Wood Burning
Garage:
No
Parking:
None
Parking Places:
4
Parking Total/Covered:
4 /
-
Laundry Features:
Laundry Room
Refrigerator, Stove(s)
N/A
Park Approval
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main Floor
Breakfast Nook
14'11"4.55 m × 9'4"2.84 m
Main Floor
Other
2'3".69 m × 0'11".28 m
Main Floor
Dining Room
20'6.10 m × 13'3.96 m
Main Floor
Family Room
19'1"5.82 m × 14'6"4.42 m
Main Floor
Foyer
12'4"3.76 m × 11'2"3.40 m
Main Floor
Kitchen
14'8"4.47 m × 10'6"3.20 m
Main Floor
Laundry
15'4"4.67 m × 9'8"2.95 m
Main Floor
Living Room
23'11"7.29 m × 16'4"4.98 m
Main Floor
Mud Room
11'7"3.53 m × 10'5"3.18 m
Main Floor
Workshop
14'11"4.55 m × 11'11"3.63 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
17'5"5.31 m × 14'3"4.34 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
12'6"3.81 m × 12'2"3.71 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom
14'3"4.34 m × 13'3"4.04 m
2nd Floor
Library
21'7"6.58 m × 10'3.05 m
2nd Floor
Other
5'10"1.78 m × 2'3".69 m
2nd Floor
Other
5'8"1.73 m × 2'4".71 m
2nd Floor
Bedroom - Primary
20'6"6.25 m × 15'5"4.70 m
3rd Floor
Loft
36'5"11.10 m × 19'2"5.84 m
Basement
Game Room
38'1"11.60 m × 22'2"6.76 m
Basement
Storage
5'3"1.60 m × 3'.91 m
Basement
Storage
23'9"7.24 m × 19'3"5.87 m
Basement
Game Room
19'3"5.87 m × 14'4.27 m
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main Floor
No
2
5' x 4'
2nd Floor
Yes
4
4'11" x 9'1"
2nd Floor
No
5
6'8" x 9'1"
3rd Floor
No
3
9'3" x 7'
Basement
No
2
7'1" x 3'5"
Title to Land:
Leasehold
Community Features:
Fishing, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Sidewalks, Walking/Bike Paths
Interior Features:
See Remarks
Exterior Features:
Other, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:
Deck
Lot Features:
Back Yard, Front Yard, Gazebo, Gentle Sloping, Treed, Views
Data was last updated May 17, 2026 at 02:05 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
18
Avg list price:
$756,900
Min list price:
$415,000
Max list price:
$4,600,000
Avg days on market:
86
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
332
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$1,018.18
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