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High River, Alberta: town guide and homes for sale
High River is a town south of Calgary, about 53 km in a straight line from Calgary City Hall. It had 14,324 residents at the 2021 Census, up 5.4% from 2016.
High River is its own municipality, with its own services and a municipal RCMP detachment. Half of its homes are single-detached houses. The figures below compare High River with Alberta as a whole.
This page brings together the 2021 Census profile, schools and police-reported crime for High River, with homes for sale at the bottom. Every number shows its source and date in the Sources section.
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- 14,324residents (2021 Census)
- 5,790households
- $82,000median household income (2020)Alberta: $96,000
- 2.4people per household (average)Alberta: 2.6
- 75%of households own their homeAlberta: 71%
- 50%of homes are single-detachedAlberta: 61%
Where it is
- 8 schools with an address here
- +5.4% population change 2016–2021
- 22.2 km² land area
- 53 km from Calgary City Hall (straight line)
- 89% 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 High River, 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 | ||
| Ecole Secondaire Highwood High School | Junior high, Senior high | Foothills School Division |
| Right Honorable Joe Clark School | K, Elementary | Foothills School Division |
| Senator Riley School | Elementary, Junior high | Foothills School Division |
| Spitzee Elementary School | K, Elementary | Foothills School Division |
| Catholic | ||
| Holy Spirit Academy | K, Elementary | Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools |
| Notre Dame Collegiate | Junior high, Senior high | Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools |
| Independent (private) | ||
| Legacies Academy | K, Elementary | Legacies Academy Foundation |
| Okotoks Montessori School | K | Okotoks Montessori Preschool Society |
Police-reported crime
Police-reported incidents per 1,000 residents, from Statistics Canada. High River 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 High River
Where it is. High River is a town on the Highwood River, about 53 km south of Calgary City Hall in a straight line, just east of Highway 2.
History. High River began as a ranching and stopping place on the Highwood River and was incorporated as a town in 1906. The June 2013 flood forced the whole town to evacuate, and major flood mitigation work followed.
Growth. The population grew 5.4% between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, from 13,594 to 14,324. A quarter of residents were 65 or older, and the median age was 44.8.
Homes. In 2021, 50% of homes were single-detached, 18% semi-detached, 13% row houses and 13% low-rise apartments. 75% of households owned their home.
Amenities. High River has a historic downtown, river pathways and its own recreation facilities, with many services for the surrounding ranch country.
Schools. High River is served by Foothills School Division (public) and Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools (including Holy Spirit Academy).
High River: frequently asked questions
How far is High River from Calgary?
About 53 km south of Calgary City Hall in a straight line, via Highway 2.
How many people live in High River?
14,324 at the 2021 federal census, up 5.4% from 2016.
Did High River flood in 2013?
Yes. The June 2013 flood forced the whole town to evacuate. Flood mitigation work followed, but you should still check the flood maps and insurance for any home.
Which school boards serve High River?
Foothills School Division and Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools.
Are property taxes in High River the same as in Calgary?
No. The Town of High River sets its own tax rates and utility charges. Ask for the latest tax notice for the home you are considering.
Buying in High River: our local take
As of November 4, 2026, our site shows 74 homes for sale in High River. Median asking prices: detached houses $599,950 (42); semi-detached and duplexes $547,000 (8); townhouses $354,900 (15); condos and apartments $274,900 (5); other homes $124,950 (4). These are asking prices from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed, not sale prices; ask us for recent sold prices.
What we like
- Homes generally cost less than similar homes in Calgary or Okotoks.
- A small-town downtown and river pathways.
- Many semi-detached homes and bungalows, popular with downsizers.
- Highway 2 runs north to south Calgary.
What to weigh up
- The 2013 flood still matters: check the flood maps, the home’s flood history and insurance before you buy.
- It is a longer drive: about 53 km in a straight line to Calgary City Hall.
- There is no CTrain, so most commuters drive.
- Property taxes and utility rates are set by the Town of High River, not Calgary, so ask for the latest tax bill.
Who it suits
Buyers who want more home for the money, retirees and downsizers who want a quieter town, and people who work in south Calgary, Okotoks or the Foothills.
Commute and getting around
Highway 2 runs north to Calgary, and Highway 2A connects to Okotoks. Most commuters drive. Check current options before you rely on a bus.
Before you make an offer
- Check the Alberta flood maps and ask the seller about any flood history, repairs and insurance claims.
- Get an insurance quote, including overland flood coverage, before you remove conditions.
- Ask for the latest Town of High River tax notice and utility costs.
- Confirm which school serves the address with Foothills School Division and Christ the Redeemer.
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Homes for sale in High River
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 42
- Semi-detached / duplex 8
- Townhouse (row) 15
- Apartment / condo 5
- Mobile / manufactured 4
There are currently 89 homes for sale in High River on the MLS® system, and this page updates automatically every day from the REALTOR.ca DDF® feed. Asking prices range from $25,000 to $1,474,900, with a median list price of $523,000. The mix includes 42 houses, 15 townhomes and 8 lots, plus other property types. Homes range from 1 to 5 bedrooms. 8 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 High River, pull recent comparable sales and help you write a competitive offer. Want to hear about new High River listings first? Set up a free alert with Home Finder.
$350,000
1101 Prairie Sound Circle Northwest
Highwood Village, High River
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,179 sq ft
Listed by CIR Realty
$529,000
614 Riverside Boulevard Northwest
Vista Mirage, High River
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,301 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate
$197,900
616 19 Street Southeast
Sunshine Meadow, High River
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 907 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Real Estate (Mountain View)
$25,000
120 Sunset Way
Highwood Village, High River
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 729 sq ft
Listed by Diamond Realty & Associates Ltd
$709,900
2014 High Country Rise Northwest
Highwood Village, High River
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 2,382 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Landan Real Estate
$529,900
616 Riverside Boulevard Northwest
Vista Mirage, High River
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,307 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX Complete Realty
$384,900
110 Freeman Way Northwest
High River Golf Course, High River
- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 930 sq ft
Listed by MaxWell Canyon Creek
$725,000
411 Lineham Acres Bay Northwest
Lineham Acres, High River
- 5 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,607 sq ft
Listed by RE/MAX First
$519,000
930 8 Street Southwest
McLaughlin Meadows, High River
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,180 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate
$429,000
436 Macleod Trail Southwest
Downtown High River, High River
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
- 1,184 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate
$325,000
308 11 Avenue Northwest
Eagleview Estates, High River
- 3 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,392 sq ft
Listed by Real Estate Professionals Inc.
$599,900
503 High View Park Northwest
High River Golf Course, High River
- 2 beds
- 3 baths
- 1,414 sq ft
Listed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate
Listing data last updated November 4, 2026 12:48 pm.
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