Cochrane, Alberta
As of September 27, 2026, the median asking price in Cochrane is $569,900, across 317 active MLS® listings.
Those listings have been on the market an average of 59 days.
115 new listings came to market in Cochrane in the last 30 days.
Asking prices work out to about $364 per square foot, based on the 316 listings that report floor area.
Detached homes in Cochrane are listed at an average of $744,230 across 165 active listings.
Townhouses in Cochrane are listed at an average of $415,501 across 66 active listings.
Duplexes in Cochrane are listed at an average of $531,675 across 64 active listings.
Condos in Cochrane are listed at an average of $339,240 across 20 active listings.
River trails, ranch roots, Calgary reach
Cochrane sits where the Bow River bends and the foothills start to rise, a town that still wears its ranching origins even as it accelerates into full-fledged suburb. Historic Downtown’s brick storefronts and boardwalk vibe meet newer streetscapes in communities like Fireside and River Song, with parks stitched between them and big prairie skies overhead. With a Walk Score around 76, many daily errands can be done on foot in and around the core—especially near Downtown and the river pathway system.
The local rhythm is set by young families, first-time buyers, and working professionals who like the small-town pace but keep Calgary within commuting distance. Weekdays bring traffic toward Highway 1A and the Trans-Canada, while evenings and weekends pull people back to river walks, playgrounds, minor hockey, and the coffee-and-patio circuit along 1 Street. Outdoor recreation isn’t a marketing line here—it’s the default: the Bow River pathways, Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, and quick escapes toward Kananaskis shape how residents spend their time.
Real estate reads as a blend of established pockets and fast-growing subdivisions: older bungalows and character homes near the core, a broad supply of modern detached houses and townhomes in newer neighbourhoods, and a scattering of condos for buyers prioritizing price and convenience. The market appeal tends to be value-per-square-foot compared with Calgary, plus newer inventory and family-friendly design—attached garages, open main floors, and proximity to schools and sports fields. Demand often tracks Calgary’s cycle, but Cochrane’s steady in-migration and ongoing construction keep the town feeling like it’s always adding one more park, one more path connection, one more “new” to the map.
Cochrane’s active for-sale market shows 321 listings with a median asking price of $569,900, averaging $362/sqft and 62 days on market so far, suggesting buyers have time to compare options across the city’s mix of newer family-focused communities and more established areas. With 129 new listings in the past 30 days, fresh supply is coming on quickly, creating more choice across entry-level condos/townhomes through detached homes, while pricing and pace can vary by pocket and product type.
AI-written commentary on the active MLS® listing snapshot as of September 11, 2026. Not financial advice.
Walk Score 76 · Bike Score 61
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