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Lake Bonavista is an established lake community in south Calgary, between Anderson Road and Canyon Meadows Drive, east of Macleod Trail. Development started in 1967 around a man-made lake, and most homes are detached houses from the 1960s and 1970s, with Fish Creek Provincial Park just to the south. Browse current listings below, updated daily from the MLS®.
Willow Park is to the north, Bonavista Downs to the east, and Fish Creek Provincial Park and Parkland to the south. The City lists it in Ward 14.
See it on the map →About 81% of homes are detached and about 17% are in low-rise apartment buildings. Most were built between 1961 and 1980.
The lake is kept by a mandatory homeowners association, with swimming, boating, fishing and skating. A second lake, Lake Bonaventure, is only for homes built around it.
Bus Routes 29, 35 and 83 run through the north, middle and south of the community. Southcentre Mall is close by.
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Buying in Lake Bonavista: what to check
Lake Bonavista's homeowners association is mandatory and maintains the lake and park. Homes on Lake Bonaventure pay toward both lakes. Ask for the current fees.
Most homes here were built in the 1960s and 1970s. Ask about the roof, windows, furnace, electrical and plumbing, and get a home inspection.
Bonavista Downs is a separate community next door with no lake access. Confirm which community a home is in before you write an offer.
Who Lake Bonavista suits
Lake Bonavista suits families and move-up buyers who want an established neighbourhood with lake access and Fish Creek Park nearby. Condos also make it an option for downsizers who want to stay in the area.
Read my full Lake Bonavista community guide →Lake Bonavista area facts
- Population
- 10,145 (2021 Census)
- City ward
- Ward 14
- Established
- 1967 (development began)
- Developer
- Keith Construction
- Community association
- Lake Bonavista Community Association
- Schools in the community
- Lake Bonavista School, Andrew Sibbald School, Sam Livingston School, Nickle School, St. Boniface School, St. Bonaventure School
- Good to know
- Built around a 52-acre man-made lake (1968), kept by a mandatory homeowners association; the community centre at 1401 Acadia Drive SE has two ice rinks and a gym
Sources: calgary.ca · en.wikipedia.org · calgarycommunities.com
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Read my Lake Bonavista guide →Lake Bonavista FAQ
Where is Lake Bonavista in Calgary?
Lake Bonavista is in south Calgary, east of Macleod Trail. Anderson Road is its north edge and Canyon Meadows Drive its south edge.
Does Lake Bonavista have lake access?
Yes. Homeowners belong to the mandatory Lake Bonavista Homeowners Association, which maintains the lake and park. Ask for the current fee when you buy.
What types of homes are for sale in Lake Bonavista?
Most homes are detached and were built in the 1960s and 1970s. You'll also find low-rise apartment-style condos and a few townhomes.
Is Lake Bonavista close to the CTrain?
Yes. Canyon Meadows CTrain station on the Red Line serves the community, and bus Routes 29, 35 and 83 run through it.
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