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103 Saguenay Drive
River Heights SA Saskatoon S7K 4M8

$1,899,900
Residential beds: 4 baths: 4.0 2,778 sq. ft. built: 2020

Aerial overview of location surrounded by Meewasin Valley Park and steps away from the river.
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Status:
Conditional Sale
Prop. Type:
Residential
MLS® Num:
SK028621
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
4
Year Built:
2020
Unrivaled Masterpiece in River Heights! Experience a rare alignment of luxury and location. This custom-built MAISON home (2020) offers a front-row seat to the Meewasin Valley Park, boasting panoramic 180 degree river & park views and doorstep access to the best of Saskatoon's outdoor recreation. Immaculate and fully finished, this home offers a level of turn-key detail that is impossible to find in today's market. An intuitive layout and countless interior features are designed for both large social gatherings and quiet family moments. Oversized windows on all three floors flood the home with natural light and park vistas. Outside, the transition is seamless: enjoy the concrete-pad sport court, a dream garage, mature professional landscaping and expansive heated decks nestled under a private tree canopy. Skip the multi-year design and construction process. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a "better-than-new" architectural infill in an incomparable location at a value that defies today’s rising build costs. This home MUST BE VIEWED to discover the many features and appreciate the peaceful ,serene setting! PUBLIC OPEN HOUSES-FRIDAY Feb 27 5-730pm and SATURDAY Feb 28th 2-4pm. CLICK VIDEO(Multimedia) BUTTON ON REALTOR.ca for Detailed Feature Sheet,Floor Plans & 130+ pics.
Listing Area:
Saskatoon
Listing Subarea:
River Heights SA
Property Type:
Residential
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Building Type:
House
Home Style:
2 Storey
Year built:
2020 (Age: 6)
Total Floor Area:
2,778 sq. ft.
Bedrooms:
4
Number of bathrooms:
4.0
Kitchens:
1
Taxes:
$10,219 / 2025
Frontage:
58'
Ownership Title:
Freehold
Heating:
Electric, Forced Air, In Floor, Natural Gas
Water Heater:
Included
Water Heater Type:
Gas
Water Softener:
Not Included
Basement:
Full Basement, Fully Finished
Basement Walls:
Concrete
Roof:
Asphalt Shingles
Exterior Finish:
Brick, Composite Siding
220 Volt Plug, Air Conditioner (Central), Air Exchanger, Air Filter, Alarm Sys Owned, Gas Bbq Hookup, Heat Recovery Unit, Humidifier, On Demand Water Heater, Sound System Built In, Sump Pump, T.V. Mounts, Underground Sprinkler
Balcony, Deck, Fenced, Garden Area, Lawn Front, Other, Trees/Shrubs
Heated Garage: Yes
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Living Room
17'8" × 14'2"
Hardwood
Main
Kitchen
20'7¼" × 10'4"
Hardwood
Main
Dining Room
16'7¼" × 14'5"
Hardwood
Main
Office
10'4" × 9'5"
Hardwood
Main
Mudroom
20' × 6'
Tile
2nd
Primary Bedroom
13' × 12'7"
Carpet
2nd
Bedroom
13'8" × 10'4"
Carpet
2nd
Bedroom
11'5" × 10'4"
Carpet
2nd
Family Room
16'7¼" × 15'6"
Carpet
2nd
Laundry
10'8" × 7'6"
Tile
Basement
Games Room
37' × 16'
Vinyl Plank
Basement
Bedroom
15' × 9'6"
Carpet
Basement
Storage
10' × 6'
Other
Basement
Utility Room
10' × 10'
Concrete
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
2
3' x 5' Tile
2nd
No
4
5'6" x 10'8" Tile
2nd
Yes
5
8' x 15' Tile
Basement
No
4
5'6" x 9'6" Vinyl Plank
Occupancy:
Owner
Equipment Included:
Central Vac Attached, Central Vac Attachments, Dishwasher Built In, Dryer, Freezer, Fridge, Garage Door Opnr/Control(S), Garburator, Hood Fan, Microwave, Reverse Osmosis System, Stove, Vac Power Nozzle, Washer, Window Treatment
Lot Size:
6,705 sq. ft.
Lot Shape:
Backs on to Park/Green Space, Cul-De-Sac, Fronts on to Park/Green Space
Garage:
2 Car Attached
Garage Door WiFi:
Yes
Parking Places:
5.0
Parking Surface:
Concrete Drive, Double Drive
Date Listed:
Days on Mkt:
  • Photo 1: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Aerial overview of location surrounded by Meewasin Valley Park and steps away from the river.
  • Photo 2: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Winter living room view featuring 10 ft high beam ceiling,warm engineered hardwood flooring and an amazing Meewasin Park View through the abundance of windows.
  • Photo 3: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Summer living area view featuring 10 ft high beamed ceiling, engineered hardwood flooring and an abundance of windows (top windows open for natural breezes ).
  • Photo 4: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Sunlight filled kitchen featuring REDL cabinets, decorative light fixtures,light quartz stone countertops with triple sink and Kegerator.
  • Photo 5: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Chef's dream kitchen with REDL cabinets and quartz counter tops.
  • Photo 6: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Contemporary home featuring Hardy board siding and brick accents for low maintenance,wide concrete driveway, and a oversize (30 by 27) double garage with extra hieght overhead doors
  • Photo 7: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    An inviting bright entry with lots of natural light from 5 windows and designer light fixture.Tile patterned flooring and large closet.
  • Photo 8: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Living area featuring beamed ceiling, wood-type flooring, and recessed lighting
  • Photo 9: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Dining space featuring expansive view of Meewasin Valley Park ,warm engineered hardwood floor and designer light fixture.
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    Dining area featuring suspended lighting
  • Photo 11: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Chef's dream kitchen with soft white REDL cabinets, light wood floors, open floor plan for entertaining , and beam living room ceiling.
  • Photo 12: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Kitchen featuring REDL cabinetry, a built in Dual tap KEGERATOR,built in 32"upright freezer and 32"refrigerator, hanging lights, and light engineered hardwood wood flooring.
  • Photo 13: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Kitchen featuring range hood, white REDL cabinetry, 36"stainless steel gas stove, quartz stone counters, and a focal point brick backsplash
  • Photo 14: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Main floor bathroom with vanity and quartz countertop.Feautures designer themed wallpaper and offers convenient access from garage,mudroom ,office and kitchen.
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    Main floor office or hobby room overlooking the backyard sports court.
  • Photo 16: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Mudroom with light tile patterned flooring has access to garage and backyard.Tons of shelving and storage space.
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    Upper floor family sunroom with plenty of natural light and door to upper deck.
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    Family room (pic 2) featuring huge window ,recessed lighting and wool berber carpet.
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    Winter view from upper deck overlooking Meewasin Vally Park and river.
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    Summer view of upper deck (privacy wall has rough in for outdoor sauna) and natural gas hook up for firetable.
  • Photo 21: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    (pic 1) highlighting the abundant window space,wide vanity and luxurious soaker tub luxurious soaking tub
  • Photo 22: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Ensuite bathroom (pic 2) highlighting the luxurious soaker tub and heated tile floor. freestanding bath, vanity, and dark tile patterned flooring
  • Photo 23: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Ensuite bathroom (pic 3)showing the huge tiled dual head steam shower, and large vanity soaker tub and heated tile floor.
  • Photo 24: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Walk in closet with light carpet
  • Photo 25: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Primary bedroom (pic 1)with vestibule access to spa like en-suite bath.
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    Primary Bedroom (pic 2) with beautiful Meewasin Valley park and river view.
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    lLarge bedroom #2 with long lasting easy care wool berber flooring and a oversize opening window.
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    Bedroom #3 with wool berber carpeted bedroom featuring large clost with organizers built in.
  • Photo 29: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Upper floor main bathroom with heated tile floor ,large vanity and shower / bath combo .Natural light from the east facing window.
  • Photo 30: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Upper level laundry room with large sink ,stacked high capacity washer and dryer, cabinet space, hangng rack and light tile patterned floors
  • Photo 31: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Multi purpose space for games ,office area ,and an abundance (7 'by 10')of full height storage thru thje double doors.Features light tone luxury vinyl plank floors and recessed lighting...large south facing window bring in natural light.
  • Photo 32: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Lower level living area featuring light tone luxury vinyl flooring and recessed lighting
  • Photo 33: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Lower level guest bedroom featuring wool berber flooring and an over legal size window.
  • Photo 34: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Bathroom with vanity, shower / bath combo with shower curtain, and light wood-style flooring
  • Photo 35: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    This garage is for more than cars--ping pong,basketball ,work outs ,football parties....you name it! The epoxy like floor keeps dust down and is easy clean.
  • Photo 36: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Over height garage (30 by 27) featuring epoxy like floor and a “Bike nook” (7 by 10).
  • Photo 37: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Fenced backyard featuring outdoor covered dining area,complete with built in sound and lighting controllable from your phone.Natural. gas hook up for BBQ grilling.
  • Photo 38: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    View of yard highlighting the “edible garden”basketball hoop, upper and lower deck and sports court.
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    Back yard aerial view highlighting the Sport Court ,Edible garden ,and decks.
  • Photo 40: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Bird's eye view of Meewasin Valley Park ,River ,and tree filled natural landscape
  • Photo 41: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Winter aerial view.
  • Photo 42: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    View of snow covered back of property
  • Photo 43: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Snow covered Meewasin Valley Park aerial view…Note the at your door cross country ski trail!
  • Photo 44: 103 Saguenay Drive in Saskatoon: River Heights SA Residential for sale : MLS®# SK028621
    Backyard showing upper and lower decks,sports court and "edible garden raised plant boxes".
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Data was last updated March 6, 2026 at 07:35 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
610
Avg list price:
$493,900
Min list price:
$39,900
Max list price:
$2,750,000
Avg days on market:
28
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
308
Avg price per sq.ft.:
$342.23
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Saskatoon. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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