"I've lived in Chestermere for years, and I still catch myself stopping at the lake on the way home. There's something about this place that doesn't get old — the water, the neighbours, the feeling that you actually belong somewhere. When I help people find a home here, I'm not just doing my job. I'm welcoming them into the community I love."
Chestermere sits just 20 kilometres east of Calgary along the Trans-Canada Highway, wrapped around the 750-acre Chestermere Lake — the largest lake in the Calgary metro area and the soul of this city. What began as a quiet summer village in the 1970s has grown into one of Alberta's most in-demand communities, with a population surpassing 31,600 in 2025 — a 42% increase in just five years.
The feel here is resort-casual: neighbours know each other, kids bike to the water, and the pace of life slows just enough to remind you that living well matters — even though Calgary is minutes away whenever you need it.
The Chestermere real estate market reflects how genuinely desirable this city has become. Detached homes make up the majority of what sells here, with a median price around $850,000. Townhomes offer an accessible entry point near $560,000, and condos start below $300,000. Whether you're stepping up into a lakefront property or planting roots in a newer neighbourhood like Chelsea or Dawson's Landing, Chestermere consistently delivers.
What sets Chestermere apart isn't just the lake — it's everything the lake makes possible. One of the only communities in the region that permits motorized boating. An 18-hole golf course. A connected cycling pathway system. For families, professionals, and those looking to slow down without giving anything up, Chestermere isn't a compromise. It's a deliberate choice.
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View Chestermere Sold Data →| Address | Sold Date | List Price | Sold Price | DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Lakeview Dr | Feb 12, 2025 | $874,900 | $867,000 | 8 |
| 45 Chelsea Way | Jan 28, 2025 | $549,900 | $558,500 | 5 |
| 892 Waterford Blvd | Mar 3, 2025 | $1,124,000 | $1,098,000 | 22 |
| 67 Dawson Park Cres | Dec 18, 2024 | $699,000 | $712,500 | 3 |
| 11 Clearwater Rise | Nov 5, 2024 | $984,500 | $971,000 | 14 |
Chestermere carries a well-earned reputation as a tight-knit, culturally diverse city with a relaxed, resort-style atmosphere — and it holds up in every season. Summers fill the lake with boaters, paddleboarders, and families gathered for the annual Water Festival. Winters bring the skating rink, Winterfest, and the beloved World's Longest Hockey Game each March. With a growing commercial core, a lively local events calendar, and Calgary always within reach, daily life in Chestermere feels remarkably complete.
Chestermere is a young city in every sense. With an average population age of 36.4 — younger than the Alberta average — it's a community where young families are very much at home. Public schools fall under Rocky View Schools, with French Immersion and Christian programming available at multiple levels. New schools are actively being built in developing neighbourhoods to meet rising demand.
Post-secondary: U of C, SAIT, and Bow Valley College are all within about 30 minutes.
Chestermere's position along the Trans-Canada Highway makes it one of the most commuter-friendly places in the Calgary region. Downtown Calgary is roughly 20 kilometres away, and the nearest Stoney Trail entrance sits just 6 kilometres west — putting every corner of the city within easy reach without fighting through the core.
Chestermere's real estate activity moves fast — new listings, price shifts, and sold data happen every week. I put together monthly market reports so you always know what's happening, what's selling, and what it means for you whether you're buying or thinking about selling. No subscriptions, no spam. Just clear, local insight from someone who actually lives here.
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