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
$875,000
- Mixed Use (Commercial)
[MLS®#: A2136419]Investors and Developers have a look at this centrally located property next to the 1A Hwy in Cochran...Read More
Listing Provided By: Royal LePage Benchmark
$875,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- Detached
- 640 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2138410]Investors and Developers have a look at this centrally located property next to the 1A Hwy in Cochran...Read More
Listing Provided By: Royal LePage Benchmark
$875,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,506 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2165039]This meticulously taken care of bungalow is a golfer's paradise with stunning views with a walkout ...Read More
Listing Provided By: CIR Realty
$865,500
- 4 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,425 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2152043]This beautiful home features four spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. The living space boasts...Read More
Listing Provided By: Bode Platform Inc.
$864,500
- 4 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,554 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2152034]This spacious home boasts four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, featuring a modern design with a 9-...Read More
Listing Provided By: Bode Platform Inc.
$859,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,599 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2158894]Introducing the “Chelsea”! Nestled in the foothills of Cochrane, on the doorstep to the majes...Read More
Listing Provided By: The Home Hunters Real Estate Group Ltd.
$859,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 2 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,570 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2164264]Located in the serene neighbourhood of Rivercrest, with sweeping views of Cochrane, this 2,569 sqft, 2.5-...Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX West Real Estate
$850,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,137 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2166249]** Open House Sunday September 22nd from 1-4pm ** Incredible 2-storey single family home walkout in ...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$850,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,497 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2137520]OVER 3500 SQFT OF LIVING SPACE | 4.5 BEDROOMS | WALKOUT BASEMENT | A/C. Imagine waking up each morn...Read More
Listing Provided By: Royal LePage Benchmark
$849,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,079 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2159789]MOVE IN READY! Welcome to The Olivia in Sunset Ridge! This home is located in a SEMI-ESTATE AREA o...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$849,500
- 4 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,585 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2165567]* Open House Sunday, Sep 22 - 12 pm - 2 pm * Why wait to build?! Move right in! Welcome to 247 Precedence Hill...Read More
Listing Provided By: Royal LePage Benchmark
$839,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,067 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2159778]Welcome to The Olivia in Sunset Ridge! This home is located in a semi-estate area and is offering ...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$835,000
- 3 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,509 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2153242]OPEN HOUSE SAT & SUN SEPT 21 & 22 12-5PM. PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP shines throughout this immaculate and ...Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX West Real Estate
$830,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,635 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2150896]PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS | FULLY FINISHED | WALK-OUT BASEMENT | BONUS ROOM | HEATED GARAGE | A/C | W...Read More
Listing Provided By: Coldwell Banker United
$829,900
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,311 sq.ft.
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Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
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