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Foothills County · 38 km South of Calgary

Okotoks - Small-Town Living, 15 Minutes South of Calgary

A thriving community of 30,400+ on the Sheep River – one of Alberta’s fastest-growing towns, approaching city status – with top-rated schools, strong household incomes, and new-construction homes from the $400s to $1M+.

30,400+

Population (2021 Census)

15 Min

To South Calgary

744

Local Storefronts
Fast-Growing
Town Near City Status
From $400s
New Homes Starting

ARK Exclusive Access

New Developments & Exclusive Inventory in Okotoks

ARK works directly with select builders who have exclusive inventory and upcoming developments not yet broadly advertised — including new condo projects and emerging communities. Contact us for early access and off-market opportunities before they hit the open market.

One of Alberta’s Most Livable Communities

Consistently ranked among Canada’s top small cities for livability, safety, schools, and quality of life

About Okotoks

Alberta's Best-Kept Family Secret (Not Anymore)

Located 38 km south of downtown Calgary along the Sheep River, Okotoks has grown substantially over the past two decades and is actively approaching city status in Alberta.

What makes Okotoks different from Calgary’s suburban fringe is that it’s a real town – with its own downtown, its own identity, important health services, its own high schools, and a cohesive community feel. You’re not buying “a suburb of Calgary.” You’re buying into a town that happens to sit 15 minutes from South Calgary amenities.

In 2017, the town annexed 1,950 hectares (4,800 acres) to secure a 60-year land supply – which is why Okotoks is in the middle of a multi-year new-construction boom.

Town at a Glance

Distance from Calgary
38 km south (15–30 min)
Population
~30,405 (2021 federal census)
Local Storefronts
744 (Town investment page)
Setting
Along Sheep River, Foothills
Growth
Fast-growing, approaching city status in AB
Active New Communities
Multiple active communities (2026)

Location & Connectivity

Small-Town Living. Big-City Access.

15–20 min

South Calgary (Shawnessy/Seton)

30–35 min

Downtown Calgary

37–40 min

Calgary Airport

1 hr 10 min

Kananaskis Country

1 hr 35 min

Canmore

1 hr 45 min

Banff National Park

New Communities in Okotoks

Active Communities - April 2026

CommunityDeveloperHome TypesPrice Range
D'ArcyAnthem PropertiesPaired, laned, front-garage, estate$500s – $1M+
WedderburnAnthem PropertiesPaired, laned, front-garage, estate$500s – $900s
Ranchers' RiseMultiple buildersFront-garage detached, estate$600s – $1M+
Drake LandingMultiple buildersDetached family homes$600s – $800s
TillotsonAkash HomesRear-detached duplex, laned, detachedFrom $400s (duplex)
Lawrie ParkPartners HomesCondos (Ava models)Starting from $240s
Air RanchMultiple buildersEstablished estate homes$700s – $1M+
Cimarron EstatesMultiple buildersLuxury estates, acreages$800s – $1.5M+

Meet the Builders

Key Builders Active in Okotoks

QuietWall™ & Ava Condos

Partners Homes

Building at Lawrie Park condos. Let’s Build a Better Life™ philosophy. Ava model condos are strong for first-time buyers and downsizers.

Condos, Multi-Family

From $240s

D’Arcy & Wedderburn Developer

Anthem Properties

Founded 1991, 400+ residential & commercial projects across North America. Developer of Okotoks’ two largest new communities.
Paired, Laned, Detached, Estate
$500s – $1M+

70+ Years Alberta Experience

Sterling Homes

Strong in paired and front-garage segments across Okotoks communities.
Paired, Front-Garage
$550s – $800s

Stress-Free Process

Excel Homes

Long-time Alberta builder with showhomes in Okotoks communities.
Laned, Front-Garage
$550s – $750s

Why Okotoks Is Ranked So Highly

A Real Town. Real Amenities.

Sheep River Pathway Network (through town centre)

Okotoks Recreation Centre – Pool, Fitness
Foothills Centennial Centre – Arena
Pason Centennial Arena
Okotoks Dawgs Baseball (WCBL)

Elks Recreation Grounds

Collector Car Auction – Longest-Running in Canada

Is Okotoks Right for You?

Who Chooses Okotoks

Calgary Families

Tired of city life but not ready for acreage living. Okotoks is the perfect middle ground.

South Calgary Commuters

Shawnessy, Silverado, Seton, South Health Campus – the drive from Okotoks is often faster than from NW Calgary.

Families with School Kids

Okotoks schools are consistently among the highest-ranked in the Calgary metro region.

Out-of-Province Buyers

High household incomes + strong livability + lower housing costs + excellent schools – a package that consistently attracts interprovincial migrants.

Market Snapshot – April 2026

Okotoks Real Estate Market

~$787K

Average Sold Price (April 2026, all types)

+13%

Year-Over-Year Price Change

~44 days

Average Days on Market

Okotoks has been one of Alberta’s most consistent real estate markets, with steady appreciation rather than volatile swings. Inventory is tighter than Calgary’s – well-priced homes move quickly. Less correction than inner-city Calgary experienced in 2025.

For 2026, CREB expects Okotoks to continue normalizing after exceptional 2022–2024 growth – with prices stabilizing rather than reversing. Many builders are offering quick-possession discounts, upgrade credits, and flexible deposit structures that weren’t available in 2023–2024.

The ARK Real Estate Advantage

Okotoks has 14 active new-home communities and multiple major developers. We know which communities fit which buyer profiles, which builders negotiate on which incentives, and which resale segments offer the best value – at no cost to you.

Highlights

New Construction & Builders in Okotoks

Active Communities — April 2026

Anthem Properties

D'Arcy

Paired, Laned, Front-Garage, Estate

Price Range
$500s – $1M+
Anthem Properties

Wedderburn

Paired, Laned, Front-Garage, Estate

Price Range
$500s – $900s
Multiple Builders

Ranchers' Rise

Front-Garage Detached, Estate

Price Range
$600s – $1M+
Multiple Builders

Drake Landing

Detached Family Homes

Price Range
$600s – $800s
Akash Homes

Tillotson

Rear-Detached Duplex, Laned, Detached

Price Range
From $400s
Partners Homes

Lawrie Park

Condos (Ava Models)

Price Range
From $240s
Multiple Builders

Air Ranch

Established Estate Homes

Price Range
$700s – $1M+
Multiple Builders

Cimarron Estates

Luxury Estates, Acreages

Price Range
$800s – $1.5M+

Key Builders Active in Okotoks

Partners Homes

QuietWall™ & Ava Condos

Building at Lawrie Park. “Let’s Build a Better Life™” philosophy. Ava model condos are ideal for first-time buyers and downsizers. From the $240s.

Anthem Properties

D’Arcy & Wedderburn Developer

Founded 1991 with 400+ residential and commercial projects across North America. Developer of Okotoks’ two largest new communities. $500s – $1M+.

Sterling Homes

70+ Years Alberta Experience

Strong in paired and front-garage segments across Okotoks communities. $550s – $800s.

Excel Homes

Stress-Free Process

Long-time Alberta builder with showhomes in Okotoks communities. Laned and front-garage specialist. $550s – $750s.

Tour Okotoks Builders With ARK

Partners Homes

Ava Condo Models — Lawrie Park

Lawrie Park, Okotoks, AB
Contact ARK for showhome hours & directions

Anthem Properties

D'Arcy & Wedderburn Models

D’Arcy / Wedderburn, Okotoks, AB
Contact ARK for showhome hours & directions

Sterling Homes

Paired & Front-Garage Models

Multiple communities, Okotoks, AB
Contact ARK for showhome hours & directions

Excel Homes

Laned & Front-Garage Models

Multiple communities, Okotoks, AB
Contact ARK for showhome hours & directions

Home Types Available

Condos

1–2 Beds | Lawrie Park (Ava Models)
Builder: Partners Homes

Starting Price
From the $240s

Paired & Duplex Homes

3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,300–1,700 Sq Ft
Builders: Sterling, Anthem, Akash

Starting Price
From the $400s

Laned & Front-Garage

3–4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1,500–2,400 Sq Ft
Builders: Anthem, Sterling, Excel

Starting Price
$500s – $800s

Estate & Luxury Homes

4+ Beds | 3.5+ Baths | 2,500+ Sq Ft
Communities: Air Ranch, Cimarron, D’Arcy, Ranchers’ Rise

Starting Price
$700s – $1.5M+

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