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
$899,000
- 5 Beds
- 4 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,447 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2139114]**Open house on Saturday June 15, 12-2pm** Unparalleled elegance awaits in this brand new 5 bed, 4....Read More
Listing Provided By: RE/MAX iRealty Innovations
$879,990
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,479 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2139548]Located on one of the most desirable streets in Riversong, on the 'Banks of the Bow' in Cochrane, this ...Read More
Listing Provided By: Royal LePage Benchmark
$875,000
- 4 Beds
- 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
$874,900
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- Detached
- 1,624 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2136779]LOCATION! Welcome to 120 Riverview Circle, in the sought after Riverview neighbourhood of Cochrane. This spac...Read More
Listing Provided By: TREC The Real Estate Company
$859,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,403 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2096015]Welcome to the Ethan! Located on a Corner Lot, This beautiful, sought after bungalow offers an ope...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$859,900
- 3 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,102 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2137460]Welcome to your dream home in the picturesque Jumping Pound Ridge! This former show home exudes...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$849,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,994 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2096869]READY JULY 2024 I Welcome to The Olivia in Sunset Ridge! This home is located in a semi-estate are...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$849,900
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,541 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2137994]Welcome to 347 Sunset View! This custom built 2 STOREY, FULLY FINISHED home offers a total of over 33...Read More
Listing Provided By: CIR Realty
$845,750
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,282 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2125985]Nestled in the heart of Precedence, this stunning 3 bedroom home seamlessly combines natural beaut...Read More
Listing Provided By: ROYAL LEPAGE SOLUTIONS
$839,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 1,994 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2096871]READY JUNE 2024 I Welcome to The Olivia in Sunset Ridge! This home is located in a semi-estate ar...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$835,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,311 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2140669]Imagine having the BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, a yard completely PRIVATE & TREED, and a FULLY RENOVATED ho...Read More
Listing Provided By: eXp Realty
$833,700
- 4 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,505 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2134567]Lovely, Large, Well Maintained Jayman-built home situated in the prestigious neighbourhood of Rivi...Read More
Listing Provided By: MaxWell Canyon Creek
$829,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,249 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2132416]Welcome to the community of Heritage Hills in Cochrane. This beautiful home being built by Canbroo...Read More
Listing Provided By: Grand Realty
$799,900
- 5 Beds
- 3 full, 1 half Baths
- Detached
- 2,415 sq.ft.
[MLS®#: A2122110]Exquisite family residence situated on a corner lot! Upon entering, you'll immediately feel at eas...Read More
Listing Provided By: Grassroots Realty Group
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