bridgeland riverside NORTHEAST CALGARY
Local Attractions & Walkscore Information
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Top 8 Reasons to live here
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AREA PROFILE
Welcome to Bridgeland-Riverside, a pleasant walkable community located right on the edge of Calgary’s Core. Experience the best of both worlds with wonderful outdoor recreation mixed with modern urban living. Outdoor activities include boating, kayaking, rafting on the Bow River, biking and jogging along the river or playing catch at Murdoch Park. Close to all amenities, including the Calgary Zoo and Telus Spark Science Centre, Bridgeland-Riverside has recreated itself to be known as one of the best and most walkable communities the city has to offer. Bridgeland-Riverside defines true urban living with a wide variety of versatile housing for all. Homes include apartment-style condos, executive tonwhouses, large single-family infills and live up work down urban townhomes. Socially, this neighbourhood is very involved with its residents and offers many various community activities and events throughout the year. The Bridgeland-Riverside Community Association facilitates involvement and opportunities that attract, connect and sustain a diverse network of people and businesses to improve quality of life. Events include annual Farmer’s Market, Sundown Social, Public Art Paint Event, Food Truck Event, Community Art Project and more. Walkability is a trademark of this area. It is close to almost everything. Memorial Drive and Calgary’s LRT give quick access to downtown, the Calgary Zoo and Telus Spark are only minutes away, Deerfoot Trail is very close by and their are so many quaint coffee shops and restaurants throughout. With quick access to Bow River, East Village and Calgary’s core, Bridgeland-Riverside is sure to delight anyone looking to be part of all the action.
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ABOUT BRIDGELAND-RIVERSIDE
TOP EIGHT REASONS TO LIVE HERE 1. Urban Parks and Recreation These residents enjoy the convenience of living close to many parks, playgrounds and outdoor recreation facilities. Murdoch Park is the most popular as it is the former site for Calgary’s General Hospital which was removed before the turn of the century. 2. Modern Urban In-fills These residents enjoy one of the best inner-city living experiences the city has to offer. Quiet evenings, busy days, and serene scenery creates the perfect sense of bliss one craves in any urban area. 3. Great Amenities The Calgary Zoo, Telus Spark Science Centre, Murdoch Park, Bow River, Bottomlands Park, Deerfoot Athletic Park, Peter’s Drive In and more.
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Average Area Score
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TOP AMENITIES
1. Calgary Zoo 2. Telus Spark 3. George C. King Bridge 4. 1st Avenue NE 5. Bow River 6. Murdoch Park 7. St. Patrick’s Island Park 8. Tom Campbell’s Hill Natural Park 9. Bottomlands Park 10. East Village
4. Awesome CIty Views Residents in Bridgeland-Riverside experience outstanding city views of Calgary’s Core and the newly developed East Village. 5. Diverse Homestyles These residents enjoy the luxury of owning a home where they can live, work and play all in one location. Because of this striving business and cultural centre, residents can really reap the benefits of these unique condominiums. 6. Lounge Parks These residents enjoy the best inner-city living experience the city can offer. Quiet evenings, peaceful parks, and serene scenery creates the perfect sense of bliss one craves in any community. 7. Future Developments Calgary’s newly developed East Village will rival other similar urban residential-commercial mixed developments in other major cities around the world. 8. Great Food Options If you are looking for a place to dine, filled with music and culture, then Bridgeland has some great options. Close to many restaurants along Edmonton Trail, you’re sure to find a diner of your choice. 5
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AT T R AC T I O N S
OUR FAVOURITE
ATTRACTIONS... THE FAMOUS
CALGARY ZOO DINING ON
1ST AVE NE OPEN UP YOUR MIND AT
TELUS SPARK SCIENCE CTR GATHERING AT
MURDOCH PARK
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RESTAURANTS:
W A L K S C O R E
MAIN DISH BOOGIE’S BURGERS
ENTERTAINMENT: TELUS SPARK CALGARY ZOO
BARS:
BRIDGE’S ON 1ST BOOKER’S BBQ & CRAB SHACK
GROCERIES:
SUNTERRA MARKET BRIDGELAND MARKET
PARKS & REC:
MURDOCH PARK MCDOUGALL PARK COMMUTE TIMES TO DOWNTOWN Car: 3 minutes 7 min. during rush hour
Walking: 24 minutes
Bus: 12 minutes
Biking: 7 minutes
Information sourced by www.walkscore.com
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