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Cochrane, Alberta: town guide and homes for sale
Cochrane is a town northwest of Calgary, about 33 km in a straight line from Calgary City Hall. It had 32,199 residents at the 2021 Census, up 24.5% from 2016.
Cochrane is its own municipality, with its own services and a municipal RCMP detachment. About 60% of homes are single-detached houses. The figures below compare Cochrane with Alberta as a whole.
This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools and police-reported crime for Cochrane, with homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.
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- 32,199residents (2021 Census)
- 12,095households
- $113,000median household income (2020)Alberta: $96,000
- 2.6people per household (average)Alberta: 2.6
- 84%of households own their homeAlberta: 71%
- 60%of homes are single-detachedAlberta: 61%
Where it is
- 15 schools with an address here
- +24.5% population change 2016–2021
- 31.6 km² land area
- 33 km from Calgary City Hall (straight line)
- 94% speak English most often at home
People and households
Census figures are from 2021 and describe the community as it was then.
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Homes and buildings
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Schools
Schools with an address in Cochrane, from the Alberta Education school directory. Online, home-education and outreach programs are not listed. Ask each school division which school serves a specific address.
| School | Grades | Board / authority |
|---|---|---|
| Public | ||
| Bow Valley High School | Junior high, Senior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| Cochrane Christian Academy | K, Elementary, Junior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| Cochrane High School | Junior high, Senior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| Elizabeth Barrett Elementary School | K, Elementary | The Rocky View School Division |
| Fireside School | K, Elementary, Junior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| Glenbow Elementary School | K, Elementary | The Rocky View School Division |
| Manachaban Middle School | Elementary, Junior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| Mitford School | Elementary, Junior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| RancheView School | K, Elementary, Junior high | The Rocky View School Division |
| Catholic | ||
| Holy Spirit School | K, Elementary, Junior high | Calgary Catholic School District |
| St. Timothy | Junior high, Senior high | Calgary Catholic School District |
| Francophone | ||
| École Notre-Dame des Vallées | K, Elementary, Junior high, Senior high | FrancoSud (Southern Francophone Education Region) |
| Independent (private) | ||
| Cochrane Valley Montessori School | Elementary | 1620215 Alberta Ltd. |
| It Takes a Village Kindergarten | K | It Takes A Village Educational Society |
| Smart Little People Early Childhood Services | K | Smart Little People Early Childhood Services Society |
Police-reported crime
Police-reported incidents per 1,000 residents, from Statistics Canada. Cochrane RCMP (municipal) is shown with Alberta and with the Calgary Police Service area for scale; all three use the same Statistics Canada definitions. Reported crime is not a measure of personal risk at any address.
Sources and dates
- Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, Census Profile (Table 98-316-X2021001). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
- Statistics Canada, Table 35-10-0183-01, Incident-based crime statistics, police services in Alberta. Retrieved 2026-10-28.
- Alberta Education, Alberta schools and authorities (school information report). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
- Active listings on bergestate.com from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed (CREA). Retrieved 2026-10-28.
- OpenStreetMap contributors (Nominatim), town location. Retrieved 2026-10-28.
Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – City of Calgary and the Open Government Licence – Alberta. Adapted from Statistics Canada data; this does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Listing data © CREA, REALTOR.ca DDF®.
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Living in Cochrane
Where it is. Cochrane is a town on the Bow River, about 35 km northwest of Calgary, at the junction of Highway 1A and Highway 22.
History. Senator Matthew Cochrane founded the Cochrane Ranche here in 1881, and it became a provincial historic site in 1977. Cochrane became a village in 1903 and a town in 1971.
Growth. The population grew 24.5% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, to 32,199. The Town’s 2024 municipal census counted 37,011 people.
Homes. In 2021, 60% of homes were single-detached, 14% semi-detached, 15% row houses and 10% low-rise apartments. 84% of households owned their home.
Amenities. The SLS Centre on Griffin Road is the town’s main recreation centre. The Town describes its historic main street as a regional draw, after a downtown revitalization finished for the 2003 centennial.
Schools. Cochrane is served by three school boards: Rocky View Schools (public, including French immersion), the Calgary Catholic School District (Holy Spirit School and St. Timothy Junior/Senior High School) and Conseil scolaire FrancoSud (École Notre-Dame des Vallées).
Cochrane: frequently asked questions
How far is Cochrane from Calgary?
About 35 km northwest of Calgary, via Highway 1A or Highway 22 and the Trans-Canada Highway.
How many people live in Cochrane?
32,199 at the 2021 federal census. The Town’s 2024 municipal census counted 37,011.
Which school boards serve Cochrane?
Rocky View Schools, the Calgary Catholic School District and Conseil scolaire FrancoSud.
Is there public transit in Cochrane?
Yes. COLT runs three fixed routes and on-demand service inside town. There is no CTrain, so most commuters to Calgary drive.
Are property taxes in Cochrane the same as in Calgary?
No. The Town of Cochrane sets its own tax rates and utility charges. Ask for the latest tax notice for the home you are considering.
Buying in Cochrane: our local take
As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 369 homes for sale in Cochrane. Median asking prices: detached houses $699,000 (196); semi-detached and duplexes $519,999 (83); townhouses $429,900 (71); condos and apartments $315,000 (19). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.
What we like
- A real town centre: Cochrane’s historic main street and the Bow River are close to most neighbourhoods.
- Calgary is reachable by road. The Highway 1A and Highway 22 interchange is open, and Highway 22 leads south to the Trans-Canada Highway.
- Calgary Catholic schools serve Cochrane, so Catholic education doesn’t mean commuting into the city.
- Lots of choice, from older homes near downtown to new neighbourhoods on the edge of town.
What to weigh up
- There is no CTrain, and most commuters drive Highway 1A or the Trans-Canada into Calgary.
- Fast growth means construction and busier roads at peak times.
- For homes near the Bow River or the creeks, check the Alberta flood maps.
- Property taxes and utility rates are set by the Town of Cochrane, not Calgary, so ask for the latest tax bill.
Who it suits
Buyers who want a small-town main street and river valley views within driving distance of Calgary, families who want the choice of public, Catholic or francophone schools, and people who work in northwest Calgary or toward the mountains.
Commute and getting around
Highway 1A runs east to northwest Calgary, and Highway 22 connects south to the Trans-Canada Highway. Inside town, COLT (Cochrane On-demand Local Transit) runs three fixed routes plus on-demand service. Check current commuter bus options before you rely on transit to get into Calgary.
Before you make an offer
- Check the Alberta flood maps for homes near the Bow River or its creeks.
- Ask for the latest Town of Cochrane tax notice and utility costs.
- For a new build, check the Alberta new home warranty and the builder’s deficiency list.
- Confirm which school serves the address with Rocky View Schools and Calgary Catholic.
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Homes for sale in Cochrane
Current listings as of November 4, 2026 (Mountain Time), from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed on this site. Asking prices, not sale prices. Updated daily.
- Detached house 196
- Semi-detached / duplex 83
- Townhouse (row) 71
- Apartment / condo 19
There are currently 397 homes for sale in Cochrane on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $109,900 to $1,595,000, with a median list price of $565,000. The mix includes 196 houses, 83 duplexes and 71 townhomes, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 11 bedrooms. 25 listings came on the market in the last seven days. Use the filters below to narrow the search by price, bedrooms, bathrooms and property type. We at the Berg Estate Team, eXp Realty, can arrange showings in Cochrane, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new Cochrane listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.
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Suite 7116, 50 Fireside Gate
Cochrane
- 643 sq ft
Listed by NAI Commercial Real Estate Inc
$119,900
408 Silver Queen Lake Road
Cochrane
- 3 beds
- 1 bath
Listed by EXP REALTY OF CANADA INC.
Listing data last updated November 4, 2026 1:48 pm.
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