5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Living In Bonnie Doon
Thu, 02 Aug
Have you considered the community of Bonnie Doon as your next Edmonton home destination? There are various reasons why, Bonnie Doon is an ideal place to call home. Here are a few of our favourites:
Commutability: Close To Everything, But Still Maintains It’s Own Sense Of Community
Bonnie Doon is situated in a fantastic location in Edmonton. It is 15 minutes from downtown Edmonton by both bus and car. It is situated along 82 Avenue (Whyte Avenue) making a quick commute to the popular shopping, nightlife destination and to the University of Alberta’s main campus. It is a few minutes away from 75th street to the southside and Wayne Gretzky Drive to the north and can easily get you to the Anthony Henday and Sherwood Park’s Wye Road. Talk about convenient.
Family Friendly: A Great Place To Raise Your Family
For parents with children under 6 years old be sure to attend the Bonnie Doon playgroup every Tuesday from 9:00am – 11:00 am. The playground situated beside Bonnie Doon Hall was rated #5 by Today’s Parents who felt it was a “must-visit” playground for a “little one whose playground specialty is climbing”. There are also 2 schools in the community, Rutherford School for elementary and École Maurice-Lavallée for high school. It is also the location of the University of Alberta’s French campus: Faculté Saint-Jean.
Culture: Bonnie Doon Is Rich In History & Culture
Originally named after “a phrase in a Robbie Burns poem” which refers to a beautiful Doon river in Scotland, the community was named by Alexander Cameron Rutherford, a Scottish descendent born in Ontario who owned land east of Mill Creek. While, Bonnie Doon may originate from Scottish descent, it is truly known for it’s French culture and heritage. In Edmonton, Bonnie Doon is home to many Francophone institutions and claims the title of the French Quarters. Walk around the beautiful campus, or visit La Cité Francophone and the delicious Café Bicyclette.
Nature: Situated Along MillCreek
What could be better then enjoying a hike with “man’s best friend” or a bike along a beautiful ravine. Mill Creek offers a gorgeous place in the heart of the city to experience absolute beauty. Mill Creek is also home to a fantastic outdoor swimming pool, offering fun for the whole family.
Bonnie Doon Real Estate: A Great Selection For All Types of Edmonton Home Buyers
When it comes to Edmonton real estate, Bonnie Doon has become a popular choice for Edmonton infills. That being said there is a wide range of prices and styles, allowing for a lot of choice when buying a Bonnie Doon home. Bonnie Condo’s start below $200,000 and go upwards with the latest luxury condos: Cascade Luxury Condos featuring concrete and steel construction. In terms of houses, you will find a wide selection of new Edmonton duplexes, however, original bungalows can still be found starting below $400,000. Of course, for a more luxury find, there are larger single family homes starting in the mid $500,000’s and ranging higher due to renovations completed, location of lots (some are situated along Mill Creek or offer larger lot sizes) and newer builds. Whatever you are looking for, Bonnie Doon is a great community to find your next home at. Discover all Bonnie Doon Homes for Sale today.