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1139 Lake Sylvan Drive SE · Calgary · T2J 2P9
3 bd 3.0 ba 1,730 sqft $520/sqft Built 1970
MLS® A2290254 · Listed Mar 4, 2026
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Mountain View) — J.T. Hay
By the numbers

How this listing measures up

$/sqft $520
vs Lake Bonavista median -24% community avg $1188K
Sqft per bedroom 577
Year built 1970
Annual taxes $4,876 2025
Garage 2 spaces
$/sqft distribution

Where this listing sits in Lake Bonavista

Of 15 active residential listings in Lake Bonavista, this property at $520/sqft sits in the $500–550 range.
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About this property

Welcome to the highly sought-after community of Lake Bonavista, one of Calgary’s most desirable neighbourhoods, offering exclusive lake access with year-round activities such as swimming, skating, and paddle boarding just moments from your doorstep. This inviting home features multiple living areas throughout, providing both functional space and room to grow, and has been continuously maintained and thoughtfully updated over the years. Recent improvements include refinished hardwood flooring on the main level and a beautifully renovated kitchen featuring Legacy Kitchen cabinets, quartz countertops, a breakfast bar overlooking the family room, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances including a downdraft cooktop. Additional upgrades include smooth ceiling finishes, updated light fixtures, a renovated ensuite bathroom with a spacious shower, and an updated main upper bathroom complete with a large soaker tub. The sunken family room off the kitchen offers a cozy wood-burning fireplace with built-in bookshelves on both sides and sliding doors that open to a concrete patio and sunny south-facing backyard. A convenient side entry leads to a 2-piece bathroom, laundry area, and a versatile bedroom or den. The basement includes a large recreation room, office, gym area, two storage areas, and an egress window. Outside you’ll find a newer insulated double detached garage with an electric door opener, breaker panel, and concrete floor, along with landscaped front and rear yards, front and rear concrete walkways, and a generously sized tool shed. Additional highlights include modern vinyl windows throughout, including a bow window in the living room and sliding glass doors in the family room. Ideally located close to the lake, excellent schools, parks, playgrounds, off leash walking area close by, shopping, and dining, this home is also just minutes from major routes, Southcentre Mall, and the LRT. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity—call today to book your private viewing.

Property details

Bedrooms3
Bathrooms3.0
Style2 Storey Split
HeatingForced Air,Natural Gas
CoolingNone
FlooringCarpet,Hardwood
LevelsTwo
BasementFull
Basement developmentFinished
Interior featuresNo Smoking Home,Quartz Counters
AppliancesBuilt-In Oven,Dishwasher,Garage Control(s),Gas Cooktop,Humidifier,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer,Window Coverings
InclusionsGarage Door Opener
LaundryMain Level
Lot size6393.00 sqft
Frontage56.63 ft
Lot featuresBack Lane,Back Yard,Landscaped,Rectangular Lot
Exterior featuresPrivate Entrance
FencingFenced
PatioPatio
Year built1970
Construction materialsWood Frame,Wood Siding
RoofAsphalt Shingle
FoundationPoured Concrete
Parking featuresDouble Garage Detached,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Rear
Garage spaces2
Parking total2
Annual taxes$4,876
Tax year2025
Possession60 Days / Neg
ZoningR-CG
TitleFee Simple
RestrictionsNone Known
NeighbourhoodLake Bonavista
Community featuresLake,Park,Playground,Schools Nearby,Shopping Nearby,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Walking/Bike Paths
List AORCalgary

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About Lake Bonavista

AI-generated summary

Lake Bonavista is a prestigious, established lakeside community in southeast Calgary known for its serene setting, mature trees, and strong sense of community pride. It exudes a calm, resort-like atmosphere that sets it apart from most Calgary neighbourhoods.

One of Calgary's original private lake communities, established in the early 1970s.
Lake access is exclusive to residents and their guests.
16 active listings with an average list price of $1,178,944 and an average of 22 days on market.
Housing
The community features predominantly single-family detached homes, many of which are large, custom-built or extensively renovated properties reflecting the neighbourhood's upscale character.
Transit
Lake Bonavista is a primarily car-dependent neighbourhood, though bus routes connect residents to nearby LRT stations and the broader Calgary Transit network.
Amenities
Residents enjoy private lake access for swimming, skating, and fishing, with Southcentre Mall, Anderson LRT Station, and a variety of shops and restaurants just minutes away.
Who lives here
The community tends to attract established professionals and families who value privacy, outdoor recreation, and the prestige of lake living within city limits.
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Listed by: RE/MAX Real Estate (Mountain View) — J.T. Hay.