Bridgeland / Riverside Homes For Sale

Formerly known as Riverside, the community of Bridgeland is situated in the northeast section of Downtown Calgary. The community is bound to the south by Bow River, to the north by the community of Renfrew, to the east by Deerfoot Trail and to the west by Edmonton Trail. The primarily residential community features a mix of single-family homes and parkside condos, but also features a variety of retail shopping outlets, restaurants and other commercial businesses. At the same time, thanks to the community's location, residents enjoy easy access to the recreational opportunities available at Bow River, Elbow River and Tom Campbell's Hill Park. Closer to home, public facilities available to residents include a tennis court, a soccer pitch, a disc golf course, a baseball field, a children's playground and a hockey rink.

Established by Russian-German immigrants during the first population boom of the 1880s, the community of Bridgeland was originally comprised of primarily Ukrainian and Italian immigrants. As such, parts of lower Bridgeland were regularly referred to as "Little Italy." While the concentration of Italian establishments has diminished over time, the area along 1st Avenue NE is still commonly referred to by this name. Today, the residential community is known for its high degree of walk-ability and was listed among the five "most livable neighbourhoods" in Calgary by Fast Forward Weekly.

Elementary-aged children of parents looking for homes for sale may attend the public elementary school of Stanley Jones or Langevin, the latter of which offers a specialized science program, or the private schools of Delta West Academy or St. Angela School. Junior high students may attend the public school of Christine Meikle or Colonel McLeod. Private junior high schools serving the community include Delta West Academy and St. Alphonsus. High schools serving the community include the public high school of Christine Meikle and the private schools of Delta West Academy, Crescent Heights and St. Mary's.

In 1998 the General Hospital was imploded the land was later redeveloped into an area that hosts multiple condo developments which in turn has revitalized the area. Bridgeland is ideally located within walking distance to the core, but if you prefer you can easily access Calgary's downtown via the communities light rail train station.  Show Less...