Bowness
Bowness was an independent town until 1963 when it was amalgamated with Calgary. It has its own Main Street, which has seen very little changes over the past 50 years. It has the quintessential 20th century North American town Main Street – extra wide to allow for diagonal parking and eclectic mix of one and two store shops in all shapes and styles.
To discover more about Bowness, read more below.
Bowness has a rich history. It was home to Calgary’s first airport and it has one of Calgary’s signature parks – Bowness Park on the south shore of the mighty Bow River. In the winter the park is home to a wonderful outdoor skating rink that is one of the best in Canada.
Bowness has a population of 11,012 living in 5,313 dwellings. Residents in this community have a median household income of $40,468, and there are 24.1% low income residents living in the neighbourhood.
For its 11,012 residents, the Bow River and 100-year-old Bowness Park are main attractions, plus there is quick access to anywhere in the city, and within minutes residents can be on their way to the mountains via the Trans-Canada Highway. Today, the park is undergoing needed restoration, including a rebuilt miniature ride-on train, which will soon delight families again with tours of the park.
Bowness Park also features:
- Tea House
- Paths
- Playground
- Shelters
- Washrooms
- Lagoon
- Bow River access
- Picnic areas
- Firepits and BBQ stands
- Outdoor ice skating
- Cross-country skiing
The community also boasts easy quick access to other natural parks such as Edworthy and Bowmont. Residents enjoyShouldice Pool as well as the Atheltic Park in the community. COP (Canada Olympic Park) is right across from this neighbourhood, on the south side of 16th Avenue NW. There is always great winter and summer fun to be had at COP.
There is local shopping all along 16th Avenue including North Hill Mall, but the community is not very far from Market Mall,one of the cities largest shopping centres.
Some examples of the shopping available are:
- The Bownesian Grocer
- Safeway
- Shoppers Drug Mart
- Chili’s
- Sears
- Loco Lous
- Financial Institutions
- Gas stations
- Convenience stores
Being the established family friendly community that Bowness is, there are plenty of schools to choose from for your family:
Public Elementary:
Catholic Elementary:
Public Junior High:
Catholic Junior High:
Public Senior High:
Catholic Senior High:
Bowness has a small-town attitude that is uncommon in new communities. Bowness is safe and everyone definitely looks out for each other. You do not just know your neighbours; you know almost everyone and they know you too.
Bowness
Listing Details
Return to Search Result5875 Bow Crescent NW - MLS® # A2233006
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PRIME 60’ FRONTAGE ON BOW CRESCENT | FRONT & REAR DRIVE ACCESS | LARGE FLOORPLAN | INCREDIBLE LOCATION! This property boasts an oversized 60’ x 125’ lot with a spacious 1,553 sqft bungalow that provides exceptional redevelopment potential whether you’re planning to build the luxurious home of your dreams, look into additional development options or renovate the existing space. Bow Crescent is one of the most sought-after streets in the community and this property is just steps from the Bow River and surrounded by million-dollar homes. Rarely do we see properties with this combination of lot size and location come on the market. This unique raised bungalow has a bright and open floor plan with a vaulted and beamed ceiling through living room, dining area and kitchen, has a total of 5 bedrooms including the primary suite with a 4-piece ensuite bathroom and access to the rear deck, huge recreation room/flex spaces on the lower level and separate walk-up basement access that leads to an enclosed breezeway/mud room and the massive 23’3” x 24’7” garage that also features a separate shop/studio and a unique cinder block room that was used as a pottery kiln workspace. Additional features include a gorgeous stone-faced fireplace in the living room, freestanding clawfoot tub in the main bathroom, numerous large windows in the basement, a sprawling multi-level deck, RV parking potential, brick and metal siding on the house, insulated and heated garage with skylights, patio door access from the garage to the yard and more. Bowness is a charming, riverside neighbourhood that blends the scenic beauty of Bowness Park/Lagoon and the expansive Bowmont Natural Environment Park, with a warm, small-town vibe along the bustling “Mainstreet,” where local cafés, boutiques, and organized festivals thrive. The Bowness Community Association’s hall, arena and gym host events year-round while annual traditions like the Stampede Parade & Breakfast and Tour de Bowness bring the entire community together. Numerous top-tier amenities like Winsport, Shouldice Athletic Park, Calgary Farmer’s Market West and the shops and services at both the Bow River and Trinity Hills Shopping Centres are just minutes away. Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase this special property in a truly one-of-a-kind neighbourhood.
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