Lake Bonavista

Established in 1957, it is a residential neighbourhood situated to the north of Glenmore Trail, Macleod Trail to the east, Heritage Drive to the south and Elbow Drive to the west. Among the first occupants of the community were said to be the family of Albert Fowler when they immigrated from England during 1912 and built their home in the Kingsland area. The community is served by LRT and has quick access to main roads enabling residents to easily commute in and out the neighbouring communities.

Lake Bonavista Real Estate Statistics

Average Price $779K
Lowest Price $270K
Highest Price $1.7M
Total Listings 26
Avg. Days On Market 25
Avg. Price/SQFT $588

Property Types (active listings)

Lake Bonavista Homes for Sale

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5502, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

$362,000

5502, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 886 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2221548

Real Estate Professionals Inc.

New
928 Lake Twintree Crescent Se, Calgary

$699,000

928 Lake Twintree Crescent Se, Calgary

5 Beds 3 Baths 1,250 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2220600

RE/MAX House of Real Estate

New
207 Lake Ontario Place Se, Calgary

$750,000

207 Lake Ontario Place Se, Calgary

5 Beds 3 Baths 1,151 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2221321

Century 21 Masters

New
2205, 2205 Lake Fraser Green Se, Calgary

$499,000

2205, 2205 Lake Fraser Green Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,252 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2221626

Real Estate Professionals Inc.

New
3215, 3215 Lake Fraser Court Se, Calgary

$639,900

3215, 3215 Lake Fraser Court Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,301 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2220444

RE/MAX House of Real Estate

New
1832 Lake Bonavista Drive Se, Calgary

$1,089,000

1832 Lake Bonavista Drive Se, Calgary

5 Beds 3 Baths 1,483 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2221139

Real Estate Professionals Inc.

New
12419 Lake Fraser Way Se, Calgary

$750,000

12419 Lake Fraser Way Se, Calgary

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,294 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2220220

Century 21 Bamber Realty LTD.

2310, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Sw, Calgary

$269,900

2310, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 583 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2217300

Real Broker

203 Lake Bonavista Drive Se, Calgary

$848,900

203 Lake Bonavista Drive Se, Calgary

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,486 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2217246

Royal LePage Benchmark

940 Lake Arrow Way Se, Calgary

$925,000

940 Lake Arrow Way Se, Calgary

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,622 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2213627

MaxWell Canyon Creek

219 Lake Rosen Crescent Se, Calgary

$1,025,000

↓ $25,000

219 Lake Rosen Crescent Se, Calgary

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,517 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2216203

CIR Realty

2702, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

$369,900

2702, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 882 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2215860

RE/MAX Landan Real Estate

1207, 1207 Lake Fraser Court Se, Calgary

$449,000

1207, 1207 Lake Fraser Court Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,085 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2216196

RE/MAX Real Estate (Central)

140 Lake Wapta Rise Se, Calgary

$1,140,000

↓ $49,900

140 Lake Wapta Rise Se, Calgary

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,492 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2214718

eXp Realty

1318 Lake Fraser Court Se, Calgary

$650,000

1318 Lake Fraser Court Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,458 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2212807

Royal LePage Solutions

2616, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

$290,000

↓ $5,000

2616, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

2 Beds 1 Bath 739 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2210686

RE/MAX iRealty Innovations

12240 Lake Louise Way Se, Calgary

$1,399,000

12240 Lake Louise Way Se, Calgary

4 Beds 4 Baths 1,757 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2211523

CIR Realty

1609, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

$295,000

1609, 11811 Lake Fraser Drive Se, Calgary

2 Beds 1 Bath 745 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2211850

eXp Realty

132 Lake Linnet Close Se, Calgary

$1,125,000

↓ $44,000

132 Lake Linnet Close Se, Calgary

4 Beds 3 Baths 1,301 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2208109

RE/MAX House of Real Estate

87 Lake Geneva Place Se, Calgary

$1,279,000

↓ $16,000

87 Lake Geneva Place Se, Calgary

5 Beds 3 Baths 1,483 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2207584

RE/MAX iRealty Innovations

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Amenities in Lake Bonavista

Lake Bonavista is a prestigious, sought-after neighbourhood nestled in southwest Calgary, Alberta. Homeowners looking for newly renovated lakeside properties in a family-friendly area are going to love Lake Bonavista.

There's always an opportunity for outdoor fun with two gorgeous lakes, several parks, and Fish Creek Provincial Park to the south. Residents can ice skate in the winter, boat in the summer, and dine at many upscale restaurants all year round.

Lake Bonavista offers breathtaking views and tree-lined streets quietly tucked away from the city bustle. Residents have a variety of dining, entertainment, and shopping destinations right at their fingertips.

Foodies will find everything from fine dining options to pubs. Families can choose to spend a day at the wave pool or the mall. Friends can get together and shoot pool or even see live music. Lake Bonavista is truly a wonderful place to be no matter your interest.

Lake Bonavista Fitness and Recreation Opportunities

Lake Bonavista is home to GoodLife Fitness, Synapse Health and Fitness, and Cooper Strength and Performance. Great news for the gym goers out there, there’s no shortage of access to equipment, personal training, and group classes.

Lake Bonavista Community Association is a gateway to all kinds of year-round fun including winter skating, tennis, soccer, pickleball, yoga, and a variety of other classes and programs. The community is well-equipped for recreational and leisure activities with tennis courts, skating rinks, a basketball court, and fields for baseball, soccer, and football.

Canyon Meadows Aquatic and Fitness Centre is right next door. Take advantage of its public swimming pool, gym, hot tub, and steam room.

Maple Ridge Golf Course is just to the north of Lake Bonavista. This mature golf course, just off Deerfoot Trail, has consistent greens and challenging holes. It’s a pleasure to play!

Lake Bonavista Shopping and Dining

Safeway Bonavista Shopping Plaza is where residents get all their daily necessities. Safeway carries brand-name and house-label groceries, a deli and a bakery, a liquor section, and a pharmacy.

Lake Bonavista Promenade is home to Shoppers Drugmart, Circle K, Canada Post, TD Canada Trust, and a variety of other shops and services.

The Lake House is an upscale, lodge-like dining room with water views and a menu of delicious meat and seafood entrees. Find this restaurant in the heart of Lake Bonavista. Grab a freshly brewed pilsner and some wings at Brewsters Lake Bonavista, or catch some live music a Macleod’s Public House. See a movie at Canyon Meadows Cinemas, shoot some pool at Chill Billiards, or take a pizza home from Pizza 73.

Other dining options in the community include Fuji Ramen and Sushi, Aladdin’s Casbah, Randezvous, La Piccola Napoli Ristorante, and Mestizo Mexican St Food. Pick up coffee and baked goods at Tim Horton’s, Pies Plus Cafe, and Gourmet Cup.

Southcentre Mall is just north of Lake Bonavista. Southcentre Mall is a bright contemporary bi- level shopping mall with over 150 stores, a food court, and a large seating area. Shop big names like Sephora, Hudson’s Bay, Foot Locker, Roots, and Sport Check.

Schools Serving Lake Bonavista

Lake Bonavista provides a variety of schooling options for children. Choose from public, catholic, or private schools for elementary, middle school, or high school programs.


Public school options include Lake Bonavista School, Willow Park, Robert Warren, Nickel School, Sam Livingston, Andrew Sibbald, and Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School.

Catholic school options include St. Benedict School, St. Cecilia, St. Bonaventure, and Bishop Grandin High School.

Private school options include Akiva Academy and West Island College.

Childcare options within Lake Bonavista include Wee Wonder Daycare, Bonavista Montessori Preschool, and Creative Learning Center.

Transportation in Lake Bonavista

Lake Bonavista residents have access to Calgary Transit bus routes 28, 29, 35, 44, 83, 712, 713, 760, and 762. The nearest LRT Station is Canyon Meadows Station.

Lake Bonavista is bordered by Anderson road to the north, Bow Bottom Trail to the east, Canyon Meadows Drive to the south, and Macleod Trail to the west.

Lake Bonavista FAQs

Is there a local community association in Lake Bonavista?

Lake Bonavista is covered by the Lake Bonavista Community Association, (LBCA). The LBCA hosts a variety of events, programs and activities like Christmas craft fairs, Halloween skate parties, Watercolor & Wine nights, art classes, and fitness classes. Amenities include playgrounds, tennis courts, skating rinks, and fields for baseball, soccer, and football.

How long is the commute to downtown Calgary?

The commute from Lake Bonavista to downtown Calgary takes 25 minutes by car or 45 minutes by public transportation. Access downtown Calgary by taking either Macleod Trail or Highway 2 N.

What is the average household income in Lake Bonavista?

The average household income in Lake Bonavista is $126,917.

Is Lake Bonavista a safe place to live?

The crime rates in Lake Bonavista are 29% lower than the Calgary average.

Lake Bonavista community information 

Established in 1957, it is a residential neighbourhood situated to the north of Glenmore Trail, Macleod Trail to the east, Heritage Drive to the south and Elbow Drive to the west. Among the first occupants of the community were said to be the family of Albert Fowler when they immigrated from England during 1912 and built their home in the Kingsland area. The community is served by LRT and has quick access to main roads enabling residents to easily commute in and out the neighbouring communities.

Hospitals and Clinics Serving Lake Bonavista

Lake Bonavista is a 15-minute drive from Rockyview General Hospital. There are nearby options for a variety of therapies and specialty health clinics. Lake Bonavista Animal Clinic and Avenida Pet Clinic are within community limits.

Quick Facts About Lake Bonavista

Quadrant: Southwest Calgary
Density (Individuals Per Square KM): 2,182
Crime rates are 29% lower than the Calgary average.

Lake Bonavista Parks and Outdoors

Lake Bonavista is nestled between two lakes, Lake Bonavista and Lake Bonaventure. It’s also bordered to the south by Fish Creek Provincial Park. Lake access and abundant nature are a highlight of living in this area.

During the winter the lakes are great for skating and ice fishing. During the summer they’re perfect for fishing, boating, and canoeing.

Fish Creek is full of extensive trails and walkways, popular for hiking, jogging, cycling, fishing, boating, and picnicking. Residents can spend a day exploring trails with family and then roast some marshmallows in the fire pits at night. This is a beautiful place for a stroll or an adventure, right in the pocket of Woodlands.

Lake Bonavista has several green spaces and parks around the neighbourhood perfect for local events and activities. Let four-legged friends run free at one of four Bonavista Off-Leash Areas.

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