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Canmore is a mountain town in the Bow Valley, about 106 km west of Calgary on the Trans-Canada Highway. It sits just outside Banff National Park, with trails, the Canmore Nordic Centre and mountain views from almost every street. Browse current listings below, updated daily from the MLS®.
The Bow River and Highway 1 both run through town, near the southeast edge of Banff National Park. The Three Sisters and Ha Ling Peak are in view from town.
See it on the map →Newer developments include Silvertip Resort and Three Sisters Mountain Village, and neighbourhoods such as Cougar Creek, Spring Creek, Eagle Terrace and Peaks of Grassi round out the mix.
The Nordic Centre, built for the 1988 Winter Olympics, has about 60 km of cross-country and biathlon trails. Elevation Place has a pool and climbing wall, and the Legacy Trail runs about 26 km to Banff.
Local routes 5T Three Sisters and 5C Cougar Creek are currently fare-free within Canmore. Route 3 runs hourly between Canmore and Banff, with a regional fare.
Check the drive to downtown →Tap a card for more detail.
Asking prices of homes listed for sale today, over $50,000. Updates every time the page loads. See every Canmore listing →
Get to know Canmore
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Buying in Canmore: what to check
In Canmore, homes can't be listed for short stays unless they're approved for that use. Few residential districts allow tourist homes. Check the zoning before you buy.
Homes that aren't declared as a primary residence are taxed at a higher residential rate. Ask how the home is used and declared each year.
Calgary is just over an hour away on Highway 1. Think about winter driving and weekend traffic if you'll commute.
Who Canmore suits
Canmore suits buyers who want to live in the mountains, from outdoor lovers and remote workers to retirees. It also works for people who work in the Bow Valley or in Banff.
Read my full Canmore community guide →Canmore area facts
- Population
- 15,990 permanent residents (2021 federal census)
- Schools in the community
- Canmore Collegiate High School, Lawrence Grassi Middle School, Alpenglow School, Elizabeth Rummel School
- Good to know
- Tourist homes are allowed only where zoning permits (few residential districts, such as the two Silvertip residential districts), and a Livability Tax Program taxes homes not used as a primary residence at a higher rate
- Incorporated
- Town since 1966
- Distance from Calgary
- About 106 km west of Calgary, via the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1)
Sources: canmore.ca · crps.ca · thecanadianencyclopedia.ca · explorecanmore.ca
Development updates, local events and what's happening in Canmore, from local news outlets.
See the latest Canmore news →My take on the streets, schools, commute and what homes cost to own here.
Read my Canmore guide →Canmore FAQ
Where is Canmore?
Canmore is in the Bow Valley, about 106 km west of Calgary on the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1). Banff is about 22 km further west.
What types of homes are for sale in Canmore?
You'll find condos, townhomes, duplexes and detached homes. Some homes sit in town near the Bow River, while others are on the slopes with mountain views.
Can I rent my Canmore home short-term?
Only if the property is approved for that use. Short-term rentals need a development permit and business licence, and few residential districts allow tourist homes. Ask your agent to confirm the zoning.
What is Canmore's Livability Tax?
It's a Town program that taxes homes not used as a primary residence at a higher rate. Owners declare how the home was used each year. Check the Town's page for details.
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