Cochrane
Situated just 18km west of Calgary and 25 minutes to Kananaskis Country, Cochrane residents here enjoy living in great new communities with employment opportunities, an excellent transportation system, schools, mountain and valley views, pathways, natural areas, recreation facilities, and it is 20 minutes closer to the mountains.
Located in the foothills along the beautiful Bow River, with magnificent views of the Rocky Mountains, Cochrane is a modern community that has retained its western heritage. Walk through the town and you will see evidence of the ranching and farming tradition in the buildings, the artwork and the people that you meet.
To discover more about Cochrane, read more below.
The population of the Town of Cochrane according to its 2014 municipal census is 20,708, a 10.4% change from its 2013 municipal census population of 18,750.
Cochrane’s small-town values and easy-going lifestyle mix easily with its many amenities — convenient shops (from unique boutiques to big brand stores), three hockey arenas, two golf courses with outstanding junior golf programs, an indoor pool and new aquatic centre, family sports centre with indoor running track, public library, movie theatre, outdoor skate park, doctors and dentists who are still taking patients, and specialty medical services are the many reasons why you should choose Cochrane as your new home.
Cochrane has many recreational amenities:
- Big Hill Leisure Pool
- Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre (3 indoor ice arenas, turf field, gym, track,
- meeting rooms)
- Cochrane Ranche Historic Site
- Glenbow Ranch Park (13,000 hectare Provincial Park on Bow River)
- Zero Gravity Skate Park
- Nan Boothby Memorial Library
- Seniors on the Bow 50 and Over Club
- 24 parks (many with playgrounds), summer fishing in trout ponds and the Bow River, outdoor skating in winter, and over 30km of pathways
- 11 soccer pitches, 8 ball diamonds, 2 tennis courts
- 2 golf courses (Links of GlenEagles, Cochrane Golf Club)
- Mitford Park and Ponds
- Cochrane Lions Rodeo Grounds
- Stockmen’s Memorial Foundation Library & Archives
With plenty of shopping right in town, going into the city does not have to be only for chores anymore, it can be simply for fun.
- Save On Foods
- Safeway
- Boston Pizza
- Ducks on the Roof Restaurant
- Panda Flowers; to name a few.
If you are planning to move your family to Cochrane, schools are going to be an important factor. Cochrane has many to choose from Public to Catholic.
Public Elementary and Middle Schools:
- Cochrane Christian Academy (K-8)
- École Elizabeth Barrett Elementary (K-4) French
- Glenbow Elementary (K-5)
- Mitford Middle School (K-8)
- Ecole Manachaban Middle School (5-8) French
Catholic Elementary and Middle Schools:
- Holy Spirit Catholic School** (K-8)
- École Notre-Dame des Vallees(K-8)
Public High schools
- Bow Valley High School (9-12)
- Cochrane High School (9-12)
Catholic High School:
Cochrane combines a proud western heritage with all the required modern conveniences. It is asafe, warm, neighbourly community. If you value all of these in your life, make Cochrane your new home!
Cochrane Real Estate
$829,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,805 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4248763]PANORAMIC mountain, river valley and town views while overlooking the golf course create a sense o...Read More
Listing Provided By: CIR REALTY
$789,000
- 3 Beds
- Retail (Commercial)
- 1,921 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4281014]TWO CONDO BAYS FOR SALE WITH A BONUS OF THE FAMOUS POTOFINO RESTAURANT. LOTS OF EXPOSURE FOR THESE UNITS ALONG FIRST STREET AND RIVER AVENUE. THE BUSINESS CAN BE BOUGHT SEPERATALY.
Listing Provided By: ROYAL LEPAGE INTEGRITY
$765,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Row House
- 1,406 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4272072]Exceptional quality in this well appointed and upgraded Bungalow Villa, in the picturesque RiverReach Dev...Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX REALTY PROFESSIONALS
$759,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,579 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4285652]Gleneagles- Stunning mountain and valley views! Gorgeous walk out bungalow with a wide open main f...Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX HOUSE OF REAL ESTATE
$749,900
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- Detached
- 1,553 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4287672]Unique opportunity here. Zoned commercial Heritage mixed use. This property consists of 2 lots with a tota...Read More
Listing Provided By: ROYAL LEPAGE INTEGRITY
$749,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,403 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4288301]How would it feel to come home grab a drink and relax on the deck and watch the River run by, eagl...Read More
Listing Provided By: ROYAL LEPAGE INTEGRITY
$749,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,380 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4259408]This is your lucky day - go ahead and pinch yourself! This listing represents a great opportunity to p...Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX HOUSE OF REAL ESTATE
$735,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- Detached
- 1,475 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4287954]*OPEN HOUSE Sunday Mar 1 / 1:30-4pm* Perfect 'forever' homes on the beautiful Bow River in desirab...Read More
Listing Provided By: CIR REALTY
$725,000
- 4 Beds
- Retail (Commercial)
- 2,559 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4269909]Prime commercial location: land and building in the two key blocks of Cochrane's Historic Downtown District & ...Read More
Listing Provided By: KIDDER & COMPANY REAL ESTATE & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
$724,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,439 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4287928]Captivating MOUNTAIN VIEWS. Amazing, Soul Soothing SUNSETS. SPECTACULAR Indoor & Outdoor SPACES. We...Read More
Listing Provided By: THE REAL ESTATE COMPANY
$700,000
- 3 Beds
- Industrial (Commercial)
[MLS®#: C4279566]14 GRIFFIN INDUSTRIAL POINT, APPROXIMATELY HALF AN ACRE OF LIGHT INDUSTRIAL OF LEVEL LAND.
UTILITIES ARE AT THE PROPERTY LINE. EASY ACESS TO MAJOR HIGHWAYS. THIS IS THE EASTERLY HALF OF A FULL ONE ACRE PARCEL.
Listing Provided By: ROYAL LEPAGE INTEGRITY
$700,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 2 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,855 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4280773]Outstanding bungalow walkout with over 3400 sf developed. Mature trees and low maintenance landscapin...Read More
Listing Provided By: CIR REALTY
$699,900
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,214 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4279323]Open House Sunday Mar 1st, 1-3pm ....Can you imagine living with a view of the Mountains and Bow River? ...Read More
Listing Provided By: CIR REALTY
$699,900
- 3 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,518 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4285971]Check out the 3D Tour! This beautiful two storey walk out with south facing backyard has a breathtaking view of ...Read More
Listing Provided By: ROYAL LEPAGE BENCHMARK
$699,900
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,979 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: C4270656]This RIVERFRONT home w/a WALKOUT basement has GORGEOUS views, a GORGEOUS location, + GORGEOUS modern/chi...Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX HOUSE OF REAL ESTATE
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