Lake Bonavista Calgary Real Estate

Keith Built originally developed this prestigious lake community. Lake Bonavista is now one of the most popular Calgary neighbourhoods for newly renovated homes. The east side houses are affordable and still largely original in Bonavista Downs. The Middle section houses Lake Bonavista Estates with Chic, modern, million dollar homes making up the luxury listings in this beautiful and alluring neighbourhood. The East side contains all the condominiums just off Macleod Trail. You can find homes in various styles, each flaunting unique designs, fine craftsmanship and architecture, and indulgences like lake access and proximity to great shopping

Lake Bonavista Homes for Sale

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978 LAKE PLACID DRIVE SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$1,699,900

This 6-bedroom House On The Best Street In The Best Community In Calgary Has So Much To Offer! With Nearly 3300 Sf Above Grade And A Triple Garage, This Home Boasts Both Size And Style! It Has Been Renovated From Top To Bottom With The Discerning Buyer In Mind. Upon Enter... Read More »

978 Lake Placid Drive Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 6 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 3,283 Square FT

MLS® #A2073359

eXp Realty
New Listing
12240 Lake Louise Way Se Calgary Alberta T2J 2M3 Lake Bonavista Details
12240 Lake Louise Way Se Calgary Alberta T2J 2M3 Lake Bonavista Details
12240 Lake Louise Way Se Calgary Alberta T2J 2M3 Lake Bonavista Details
12240 Lake Louise Way Se Calgary Alberta T2J 2M3 Lake Bonavista Details

12240 LAKE LOUISE WAY SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$1,450,000

Step Into Your Enchanted Haven In The Heart Of Lake Bonavista, Where This Extraordinary Property On One Of The Most Sought-after Streets Transforms Into A Magical Christmas Dream. Merely A 3-minute Stroll From The Beach, This Home Is More Than Just A Residence; It's A Fes... Read More »

12240 Lake Louise Way Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 1,770 Square FT

MLS® #A2096345

RE/MAX REALTY PROFESSIONALS
New Listing
114 Lake Placid Close Se Calgary Alberta T2J 4X8 Lake Bonavista Details
114 Lake Placid Close Se Calgary Alberta T2J 4X8 Lake Bonavista Details
114 Lake Placid Close Se Calgary Alberta T2J 4X8 Lake Bonavista Details
114 Lake Placid Close Se Calgary Alberta T2J 4X8 Lake Bonavista Details

114 LAKE PLACID CLOSE SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$1,199,900

This Is A Beautiful 4-bedroom Two Storey In An Exceptional Lake Bonavista Estates Location With No One Behind You And An Island Green At The Front! This Gracious Home Offers A Classic Design With Exceptionally High-quality Upgrades Throughout. Featuring High-end Detailed ... Read More »

114 Lake Placid Close Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,425 Square FT

MLS® #A2097213

RE/MAX IREALTY INNOVATIONS

108 LAKE PLACID ROAD SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$1,178,800

Lake Bonavista Estates Living For A Large Family!!! This One Owner Home Has Great Curb Appeal And Features A Big 9558 Sq Ft Lot On A Whisper Quiet Street, Beautiful Flowing Floor Plan, 5 Spacious Bedrooms Up/1 Downstairs, Bright Spacious Living Room Which Opens To Dini... Read More »

108 Lake Placid Road Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,425 Square FT

MLS® #A2091684

RE/MAX FIRST

15 LAKE PLACID HILL SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$1,075,000

*open House, Friday, December 8, 11:30am-4:30pm* Welcome To Lake Bonavista Estates & To This Beautifully Renovated & Maintained Home On A Large Lot! Gorgeous Curb Appeal Greets You At 15 Lake Placid Hill! This 2-storey Home Is Perfectly Suited For An Established Or Grow... Read More »

15 Lake Placid Hill Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,379 Square FT

MLS® #A2091318

eXp Realty

732 LAKE TWINTREE CRESCENT SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$1,034,900

Open Houses: Sat Dec. 9th & 16th 1:00-3:30pm! Beautifully Renovated (with Permits!) Bi-level In The Established, Lakeside Community Of Lake Bonavista. Perfectly Located On This Quiet Street With Easy Access In And Out Of The Community Plus The Added Benefits Of A L... Read More »

732 Lake Twintree Crescent Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,412 Square FT

MLS® #A2095466

RE/MAX FIRST
New Listing
212 Lake Bonavista Drive Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3M4 Lake Bonavista Details
212 Lake Bonavista Drive Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3M4 Lake Bonavista Details
212 Lake Bonavista Drive Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3M4 Lake Bonavista Details
212 Lake Bonavista Drive Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3M4 Lake Bonavista Details

212 LAKE BONAVISTA DRIVE SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$999,800

Extensively Updated Oversized Bungalow With A 2-bedroom Illegal-suite (minor Upgrades Required To Legalize Suite) In The Highly Coveted Community Of Lake Bonavista. Massive, Oversized Dream Double Car Garage (24’ X 28’) 200-amp Panel, Hot Water Tank, Heated, Insulated, 8.... Read More »

212 Lake Bonavista Drive Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 1,304 Square FT

MLS® #A2096724

REAL BROKER

1128 LAKE SYLVAN PLACE SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$849,900

Imagine Living Close The Lake In One Of Calgary's Most Popular Neighbourhoods! This Home Is Truly Special. It's Tucked Away On A Quiet Cul-de-sac Yet Conveniently Close To Schools, Shopping, Fish Creek Park, And Your Own Private Community Lake. Over The Years, It's Been U... Read More »

1128 Lake Sylvan Place Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,446 Square FT

MLS® #A2083881

CIR REALTY
New Listing
13271 Lake Lucerne Road Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3H9 Lake Bonavista Details
13271 Lake Lucerne Road Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3H9 Lake Bonavista Details
13271 Lake Lucerne Road Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3H9 Lake Bonavista Details
13271 Lake Lucerne Road Se Calgary Alberta T2J 3H9 Lake Bonavista Details

13271 LAKE LUCERNE ROAD SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$839,000

Welcome To The Epitome Of Luxurious Living In Calgary's Premier Lake Community - Lake Bonavista! This Beautifully Renovated Home Is A True Gem, Offering A Harmonious Blend Of Classic Elegance And Modern Charm. Step Inside And Be Greeted By Stunning Hardwood Flooring, Sett... Read More »

13271 Lake Lucerne Road Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 1,929 Square FT

MLS® #A2096836

MAXWELL CAPITAL REALTY

115 LAKE BONAVISTA DRIVE SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$825,000

*** Open House Sunday, December 10, From 1:00-4:00pm *** Wow, Rare Find In Prestigious Lake Bonavista, With Full Lake Access/privileges! This Sprawling 2 Storey Home Boasts 6 Bedrooms (4 Bedrooms Upstairs + 2 Bedrooms Downstairs), And 3.5 Bathrooms, In 2,690 Square Feet O... Read More »

115 Lake Bonavista Drive Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 1,902 Square FT

MLS® #A2092518

THE HOME HUNTERS REAL ESTATE GROUP LTD.
New Listing
1103, 1103 Lake Fraser Court Se Calgary Alberta T2J 7G4 Lake Bonavista Details
1103, 1103 Lake Fraser Court Se Calgary Alberta T2J 7G4 Lake Bonavista Details
1103, 1103 Lake Fraser Court Se Calgary Alberta T2J 7G4 Lake Bonavista Details
1103, 1103 Lake Fraser Court Se Calgary Alberta T2J 7G4 Lake Bonavista Details

1103, 1103 LAKE FRASER COURT SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$448,800

Pride Of Ownership! Beautifully Maintained & Upgraded Main Floor, Corner Condo Offering Over 1,300 Sqft Including 2 Spacious Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, In-unit Storage And Laundry. Stepping Into This Condo You Will Appreciate The Large Entry Foyer Leading To The Spacious Kit... Read More »

1103, 1103 Lake Fraser Court Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,305 Square FT

MLS® #A2097070

REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS INC.

1302 LAKE FRASER GREEN SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$399,900

Back On The Market Due To Financing! Prestigious Bonavista Estates 2 - The Best Gated Condo Living! Updated 2 Bdrm! Large Open Plan With 9 Foot Ceilings And In Floor Heating!! Fabulous Home - With Renos Done 3 Yrs Ago: Lovely Engineered Hardwood, Painted Throughout, L... Read More »

1302 Lake Fraser Green Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,110 Square FT

MLS® #A2094165

POWER PROPERTIES

1301, 1301 LAKE FRASER COURT SE IN CALGARY ALBERTA

$312,900

Welcome To Bonavista Estates! This Well Managed And Impressively Maintained Complex Offers The Safety, Security, And Luxury One Would Expect In A Gated Community. The Lovingly Cared For Suite Is Larger Than Most One Bedroom Apartments With 733 Square Feet Of Living Space.... Read More »

1301, 1301 Lake Fraser Court Se

Lake Bonavista, Calgary, Alberta

  • 1 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 733 Square FT

MLS® #A2094903

Lake Bonavista Real Estate — one of Calgary's most sought-after lake communities, nestled between Lake Bonavista and Lake Bonaventure.

Welcome to Lake Bonavista - one of Calgary's most sought-after residential communities, nestled between two lakes. If you are looking for a luxurious, upscale lakefront home in a family-friendly, pristine neighbourhood, then you are in the right place.

With boating, fishing, canoeing, and beaches - and a host of other deluxe amenities at your doorstep, there is very little need to step out of this gorgeous community. Proximity to main roads that connect to the city center means you are not far from downtown Calgary.

Fish Creek Provincial Park offers the outdoor enthusiast a myriad of biking and hiking trails to explore and a host of other activities. For the foodie, McLeod Trail has a wide variety of restaurants. The shopaholic can enjoy multiple visits to some of the largest malls in Calgary. The sports enthusiast and the fitness buff have a lot of opportunities to stay fit. And for the entire family, there is a wave pool, parks, and more. Let’s not forget about your furry friend – Lake Bonavista has its very own off-leash areas.

Lake Bonavista is situated between Anderson Road on the north, Lake Bonavista Downs on the east, Canyon Meadows Drive on the south, and Macleod Trail on the west.

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The Lake Bonavista Real Estate Market

Construction on Lake Bonavista began in 1967 by Keith Construction Company. The close proximity to Fish Creek Park makes Lake Bonavista homes an ideal spot for outdoor people. Lake Bonavista real estate consists of several lowrise condo buildings in the northwest portion of the community, overlooking Anderson Road and McLeod Trail. In the rest of the community are bungalow style housing and two storey housing, dating back to the time the community was built. The more luxury homes are situated around the lakes, with many of them enjoying private docks.

Homes for Sale in Lake Bonavista

Lowrise apartments are available for inquiry, with prices ranging between $190 000 to $420 000. Lake Bonavista homes available are bungalows and two storey homes ranging from $473 000 to $679 900.

Lake Bonavista REALTOR® Tour of the Neighbourhood

Take a tour of Lake Bonavista with this video walkthrough of the neighbourhood. Learn about the community before you start looking at homes and make notes of what's important to you.

Similar neighboring communities of Lake Bonavista are Willow Park and Maple Ridge.

Lake Bonavista is a horseshoe shaped section of Calgary real estate encompassing Lake Bonavista Estates and its two large lakes. The real estate sector of Lake Bonavista is perched on the hilltop above Bow Bottom Trail and Fish Creek Park. Homes for sale in the large neighbourhood of Lake Bonavista have a propensity toward spread out single and two story architectural styles on oversized lots.

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Amenities in Lake Bonavista — Live, Work, & Play

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Lakes —

The community of Lake Bonavista lies between two lakes – Lake Bonavista and Lake Bonaventure. As a resident of Lake Bonavista, you will have access to Lake Bonavista, including ice fishing and skating in winter and boating, fishing, canoeing, and beaches during the summer. The lake is strictly for the use of Lake Bonavista residents.

Golf —

Maple Ridge Golf Course is a mature golf course just off Deerfoot Trail and about 4 km from Lake Bonavista. The course offers a variety of terrain, consistent greens, and challenging holes.

Maple Ridge Men’s Golf Course is a strictly men’s golf course on Bonavista Drive SE.

Parks —

Frank McCool Athletic Park & Arena on Lake Bonavista Drive SE has four sports fields, a rink, an arena, and an athletic park. The arena hosts minor and adult ice sport leagues and public skating.

The Lake Mead Road SE Playground and Lake Erie Pl SE Playground have lovely full-fledged playgrounds for toddlers and little children.

There are several dog parks in and around the community – both off-leash and on-leash areas.

Shopping —

Within the neighbourhood, Avenida Village Shopping Centre on Lake Fraser Drive SE is a popular shopping mall.

Southcentre Mall, one of the city’s large shopping malls, contains almost 200 stores, dining, takeout, and other services. The mall is situated just less than two kilometres west of the neighbourhood.

Fitness —

There are several affordable cafes, pubs, and restaurants in the area. Some of the places worth mentioning are:

Original Joe’s – a fantastic pub with an excellent pub menu.

Pies + Café is great for desserts, delicious fresh pies, coffee, baked goodies, or to grab a quick healthy bite.

The Lake House – overlooking Lake Bonavista, is the go-to place for Rocky Moutain cuisine.

Brewsters Pub – one of the oldest pubs for beer, great food, and to meet people.

La Piccola Napoli Ristorante is an Italian restaurant on Lake Fraser Drive that offers excellent Italian wine and food.

General feel and vibe — What's it like living in Lake Bonavista?

This is a warm and friendly community that includes single people, families, young working professionals, and older couples. Many long-time homeowners and families have lived here for multiple generations. Quiet, tree-lined streets, with gorgeous properties overlooking the lake and offering breath-taking views all year round. A fantastic place to settle down for those looking for a quiet, upscale life, with indoor and outdoor luxuries. Lots of local activities here, including Stampede breakfasts and block parties. A fun-loving, adventure-seeking community.

Avenue Magazine Rankings

Avenue Calgary ranked Lake Bonavista as Calgary’s 13th best neighbourhood to live in from 185 neighbourhoods. Here’s a look at the assigned scores for various characteristics and amenities that make it a desirable residential area.

  • Overall rank for Best Neighbourhoods 2020: 13
  • Restaurant access points: 91
  • Public recreation facility access points: 92
  • Parks and green space points: 41
  • Pathway points: 10
  • WalkScore: 39
  • TransitScore: 46

Interesting Facts about Lake Bonavista

Schools In or Near Lake Bonavista

There are numerous kindergarten and elementary schools that welcome the community’s children and some excellent middle and high schools.

Here’s a list of assigned schools:

Public Schools

  • Lake Bonavista School (Kindergarten and Elementary)
  • Andrew Sibbald School (Kindergarten and Elementary)
  • Sam Livingston School (Kindergarten and Elementary)
  • R.T. Alderman School (Elementary, Middle, and High)
  • Nickle School (Elementary, Middle, and High)
  • Willow Park School (Elementary, Middle, and High)
  • Robert Warren School (Middle, High)
  • Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School (High)

Catholic Schools

  • St. Bonaventure School (Middle, High)
  • Ecole Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix (Kindergarten, Elementary, Pre-Kindergarten)
  • St. Cecilia School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
  • St. Benedict School (Kindergarten, Elementary)
  • Bishop Grandin High School (High)

Private Schools

  • Akiva Academy
  • West Island College

Demographics

According to the 2016 Census of Canada profile published in 2019, 10,520 people lived in private households in Lake Bonavista that year. Over 60% of the population today is made up of people between ages 15 and 64. The next largest population is made up of seniors between ages 65 and 84. There is a small percentage of people above 85 years. A little more than 15% make up children between ages 0 and 14.

The average household size is 2.6. Over 90% of the community is made up of couple families with children at home.

About 90% of the population know English, while 10% know both English and French. English is spoken in 95% of the households. About 15% of the population is made up of immigrants, but only 4% of the entire population comprises non-Canadians.

Almost 90% of the houses are occupied by owners, while the rest are rented out.

Subdivision Areas

Lake Bonavista belongs to a trio of neighbourhoods - Lake Bonavista, Lake Bonaventure, and Lake Bonavista Downs.

Developer/builder/history

Lake Bonavista was Canada’s first community built around an artificial lake and was developed by Keith Construction. Construction began in 1967. The community served as a prototype to create all other lake-side communities.

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FAQs about Lake Bonavista Real Estate and Neighborhood

  1. Where can I find a library in or around Lake Bonavista?

    Fish Creek Library is the closest library to Lake Bonavista. It is about 1.2 km from the community on Bonaventure Drive SE. This is a unique library designed to resemble the Rocky Mountains. The library contains three floors of books.

  2. What’s the closest hospital to Lake Bonavista?

    Rockyview General Hospital is the closest hospital (about 6.5 km away) to the neighbourhood. It is a fully functional hospital with a wide range of services, including emergency care.

  3. Will I feel safe in the neighbourhood? What is the crime like?

    Residents of Lake Bonavista feel very safe here. According to Areavibes.com, the crime here is 23% less than the national average. Violent crimes are 40% less than the national average, and property crimes are 18% less than the national average. The community is safer than 85% of the cities in Alberta.

  4. Where is the nearest RecCentre?

    Lake Bonavista Community Association (LBCA) Recreation Centre is on Acadia Drive SE. The Rec Centre has two skating rinks, a fitness studio, and a gym that the community's residents are free to use.

  5. How do I get around here? What is the public transport system like?

    This is a car-dependant neighbourhood, and you will need a car to run most errands. For those who prefer to use public transport, at least four bus lines pass through the community. Lake Bonavista has some bike infrastructure so that you can go about the neighbourhood on your bike.

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