WELCOME TO 97 RIVER HEIGHTS CRESCENT, where space, character, and versatility come together in one of Cochrane’s welcoming south-side communities. Nestled in RIVER HEIGHTS, this beautifully updated 4-BEDROOM, 3.5-BATHROOM home offers an incredible opportunity for families looking for room to grow, entertain, work, and play, all while enjoying convenient access to the BOW RIVER, scenic pathways, parks, playgrounds, local amenities, schools, and major routes into Calgary.Step inside to a FRESHLY PAINTED INTERIOR filled with thoughtful updates, including NEW LUXURY VINYL PLANK FLOORING THROUGHOUT THE MAIN FLOOR and NEW CARPET ON THE STAIRS AND SECOND LEVEL. The inviting living area is designed for gathering, featuring an ETHANOL FIREPLACE framed by CUSTOM BUILT-IN SHELVING, creating a warm and stylish focal point for everyday living.At the heart of the home, the kitchen blends functionality with character, featuring a GAS RANGE and FARMHOUSE SINK. Whether you’re preparing weeknight dinners, enjoying slow weekend mornings, or hosting friends and family, this welcoming space is ready for it all.Downstairs, the FINISHED BASEMENT expands your living options and adds even more personality to the home. A WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE sets the stage for cozy movie nights and relaxed evenings, while a SOUNDPROOF FLEX ROOM provides an incredibly versatile space for musicians, recording, gaming, hobbies, a creative studio, or simply a quiet retreat.Outside, enjoy a FENCED FRONT YARD along with a LARGE REAR DECK complete with a BBQ GAS HOOKUP, the perfect setup for summer dinners, weekend entertaining, and evenings spent outdoors. RV PARKING with power hookup adds even more flexibility.One of the true highlights of this property is the OVERSIZED HEATED DETACHED GARAGE. More than simply a place to park, this impressive space is ideal for vehicles, hobbies, projects, toys, or a workshop. Wired for IN-FLOOR HEATING the garage features a HUGE LOFT STORAGE AREA above, providing excepti onal additional storage. Convenient BARN-DOOR ACCESS FROM THE BACK LANE makes the loft even more functional and accessible.Life in RIVER HEIGHTS puts outdoor recreation and everyday convenience close at hand. designed around PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS, GREEN SPACES AND CONNECTING PATHWAYS, with access toward the BOW RIVER and Cochrane’s extensive pathway network, perfect for walking, running, cycling, and enjoying the outdoors. Families will appreciate having BOW VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL within the River Heights area, while nearby amenities and recreation make daily life easy. Convenient access to HIGHWAY 22 and connections toward the TRANS-CANADA HIGHWAY also make this an excellent location for commuters heading into Calgary or adventurers escaping west toward the mountains. (id:65883)