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Lake Bonavista, Calgary: community guide and homes for sale

Lake Bonavista is an established community in southeast Calgary. Most of its homes were built between 1961 and 1980, and about four in five are single-detached houses (2021 Census).

The community is built around a private 52-acre lake with a 25-acre park, run by the Lake Bonavista Homeowners Association. Membership is mandatory for properties with the association's encumbrance on title; condominiums and Bonavista Downs properties are not eligible. The 2026–27 annual fee is $409.50 including GST, so we check the title of every home before you firm up.

This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools, transit and links to official crime statistics for Lake Bonavista, with live homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.

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Map of the Lake Bonavista community boundary and its streets
Map: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); community boundaries: City of Calgary open data
  • 10,145residents (2021 Census)
  • 4,020households
  • $131,000median household income (2020)Calgary: $98,000
  • 2.5people per household (average)Calgary: 2.6
  • 88%of households own their homeCalgary: 69%
  • 81%of homes are single-detachedCalgary: 55%

Where it is

Community boundaryCommunity boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.
Lake Bonavista: Community boundary (City of Calgary open data) within Calgary.Lake Bonavista
  • Southeast Quadrant
  • Established City of Calgary status
  • 11 transit routes with stops here
  • Yes Borders Fish Creek Provincial Park
  • Lake Bonavista Lake association
  • 6 schools inside the boundary
  • 94% speak English most often at home
  • 15% immigrants (2021 Census)

People and households

Census figures are from 2021 and describe the community as it was then.

Age mixShare of residents, 2021 Census

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Own or rentHouseholds, 2021 Census

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Languages spoken most often at homeTop 5 languages other than English, share of residents, 2021 Census
Household sizePrivate households, 2021 Census

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Homes and buildings

Type of homeOccupied dwellings, 2021 Census

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When homes were builtOccupied dwellings by period of construction, 2021 Census

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Getting around

Bus and CTrain routes with stops in the community

  • 28 Deer Run
  • 29 Queensland
  • 35 Bonavista/Canyon Meadows
  • 44 Deer Ridge
  • 83 Parkland
  • 712 Beaverbrook/Parkland
  • 713 Beaverbrook/Deer Run
  • 715 Beaverbrook/Queensland
  • 760 Scarlett / West Bonavista
  • 762 Scarlett/Bonavista
  • 835 St Bonaventure / Anderson

73 transit stops · Current schedules: Calgary Transit

How people get to workEmployed residents, 2021 Census

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Schools

Schools located in Lake Bonavista, from City of Calgary open data. Designations depend on the exact address and grade and change from year to year: check the CBE school finder and the Calgary Catholic school finder before you buy.

SchoolGradesBoard / authority
Public
Andrew Sibbald SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Lake Bonavista SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Nickle SchoolElementary/Junior HighCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Sam Livingston SchoolElementaryCalgary Board of Education (CBE)
Catholic
St. Bonaventure SchoolJunior HighCalgary Catholic School District
St. Boniface Elementary SchoolElementaryCalgary Catholic School District

Crime and safety data

The Calgary Police Service publishes crime and disorder statistics for every Calgary community, updated monthly, on its Community Safety Dashboard and crime map. We link to the official source rather than republishing the figures here.

Open Calgary Police Service crime statistics

Reported crime describes incidents, not the personal risk at any address. For questions about a specific street, the Calgary Police Service non-emergency line is 403-266-1234.

Sources and dates

  1. City of Calgary Open Data, Community District Boundaries (surr-xmvs). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  2. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Population and Dwellings by Community (f9wk-wej9). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  3. City of Calgary Open Data, 2021 Federal Census Families and Households by Community (msjx-5ygv). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  4. The City of Calgary (2023), Community Profiles, 2021 Census of Canada (Statistics Canada, Community Data Program). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  5. Calgary Police Service, Crime Statistics and Community Safety Dashboard. Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  6. City of Calgary Open Data, Schools (fd9t-tdn2). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  7. City of Calgary Open Data, Calgary Transit Stops by Route Cross Reference (pm3p-838w). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  8. City of Calgary Open Data, Transit LRT Stations (2axz-xm4q). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  9. Active listings on bergestate.com from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed (CREA). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  10. OpenStreetMap contributors (Nominatim). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  11. Lake Bonavista Homeowners Association Ltd., About Us; Memberships; Annual Fees. Retrieved 2026-10-28.
  12. City of Calgary Open Data, Parks Sites (kami-qbfh). Retrieved 2026-10-29.

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – City of Calgary and the Open Government Licence – Alberta. Adapted from Statistics Canada data; this does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Listing data © CREA, REALTOR.ca DDF®.

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Living in Lake Bonavista

Where it is. Lake Bonavista is an established community in southeast Calgary, about 11.8 km from City Hall, and covers 5.3 km². It borders Bonavista Downs, Canyon Meadows, Deer Ridge and Maple Ridge.

When it was built. At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (77%) had been built from 1961 to 1980. 78% were built before 1981 and 16% after 2000.

Homes. In 2021 the mix was 81% single-detached houses and 17% apartments in low-rise buildings. 88% of households owned their home (Calgary: 69%).

People. The community had 10,145 residents in 4,020 households in 2021. Households averaged 2.5 people (Calgary: 2.6), and 17% of residents were under 15.

Parks. The City lists 54 park sites here. Fish Creek Provincial Park is next to the community.

Schools. Six schools are inside the boundary, including Andrew Sibbald School (CBE), Lake Bonavista School (CBE) and Nickle School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Getting around. 11 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Canyon Meadows station, about 0.1 km away. In 2021, 84% of employed residents drove to work, 3% took transit and 4% walked (Calgary: 77%, 9% and 4%).

Lake Bonavista: frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Bonavista in Calgary?

Lake Bonavista is an established community in southeast Calgary, about 11.8 km from City Hall, and covers 5.3 km². It borders Bonavista Downs, Canyon Meadows, Deer Ridge and Maple Ridge.

What kind of homes are in Lake Bonavista?

In 2021 the mix was 81% single-detached houses and 17% apartments in low-rise buildings.

Are there schools in Lake Bonavista?

Six schools are inside the boundary, including Andrew Sibbald School (CBE), Lake Bonavista School (CBE) and Nickle School (CBE). Designations depend on the address, so check the CBE and Calgary Catholic school finders.

Is there a CTrain station in Lake Bonavista?

No. 11 transit routes stop here. The nearest CTrain station is Canyon Meadows station, about 0.1 km away.

When was Lake Bonavista built?

At the 2021 Census, the largest share of homes (77%) had been built from 1961 to 1980. 78% were built before 1981 and 16% after 2000.

Buying in Lake Bonavista: our local take

As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 20 homes for sale in Lake Bonavista. Median asking prices: detached houses $1,029,900 (13); condos and apartments $379,900 (7). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.

What we like

  • Canyon Meadows CTrain station is about 0.1 km away.
  • 6 schools are inside the boundary.
  • Green space: the City lists 54 park sites here and Fish Creek Park is next door.
  • Mostly detached houses: 81% of homes in 2021.

What to weigh up

  • Most homes are older (78% built before 1981), so budget for updates and a thorough inspection.
  • It is car oriented: 84% drove to work in 2021.
  • Prices vary a lot by street, home type and age, so compare recent sales on similar homes.
  • Check the land use district before you plan to build, renovate or add a suite.

Who it suits

Families who want a detached house with a yard, and buyers moving up within the southeast.

Commute and getting around

Bus routes here include route 28 (Deer Run) and route 29 (Queensland). The nearest CTrain station is Canyon Meadows station. City Hall is about 11.8 km away.

Before you make an offer

  • For an older home, budget for the inspection, a sewer line scope and the electrical panel.
  • Ask for the real property report and check the land use district for the lot.
  • If there is a suite, confirm it is a legal suite with City permits.
  • Confirm school designations and busing for the address.

Thinking about Lake Bonavista?

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Homes for sale in Lake Bonavista

Current listings as of November 4, 2026 (Mountain Time), from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed on this site. Asking prices, not sale prices. Updated daily.

Asking-price range by home typeLowest to highest asking price; the dot marks the median
What is for saleCurrent listings by type
Detached house 13; Apartment / condo 720listings
  • Detached house 13
  • Apartment / condo 7
BedroomsHomes for sale now, by number of bedrooms

There are currently 23 homes for sale in Lake Bonavista, Calgary on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $245,000 to $5,795,000, with a median list price of $900,000. The mix includes 13 houses, 7 condos/apartments and 2 business, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 6 bedrooms. 5 listings came on the market in the last seven days. Use the filters below to narrow the search by price, bedrooms, bathrooms and property type. We at the Berg Estate Team, eXp Realty, can arrange showings in Lake Bonavista, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Lake Bonavista listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.

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Listing data last updated November 4, 2026 4:48 am.

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