Neighbourhood Guide
Greystone
Cochrane
Where small town living meets suburban comfort and style.
Greystone in Cochrane offers a thoughtfully designed community that caters to diverse lifestyles, providing modern housing options, abundant amenities, and a prime location for both work and leisure.
Greystone exemplifies a harmonious blend of small-town ambiance and modern convenience. Its diverse housing options, abundant green spaces, comprehensive amenities, and commitment to sustainability make it a premier choice for individuals and families seeking an enriched living experience in Cochrane, Alberta.
The community’s thoughtful design fosters a live-work-play environment, with plans for a business park aimed at attracting tech and idea-based businesses, further enhancing local employment opportunities.
Life here feels complete without being complicated. Homes come in a variety of styles to suit different life stages, from townhomes and duplexes to single-family houses. Outdoor enthusiasts love the access to wide open green spaces, a large central park, and the expansive Cochrane trail system. With the Spray Lakes Sawmills Family Sports Centre right next door, fitness and family fun are just minutes from your front door. The pace is relaxed, the views are stunning, and the energy is fresh—Greystone offers a true live-work-play lifestyle in one of Alberta’s most picturesque and fastest-growing towns.
Location and Accessibility
Strategically located, Greystone provides easy access to both Calgary and the Rocky Mountains, making it ideal for those seeking a balance between urban amenities and outdoor adventures.
Education and Healthcare
Cochrane’s health care services, including the Cochrane Community Health Centre, offers medical, dental, and physiotherapy services. For specialized care, Calgary’s health facilities are a short drive away, including Rockyview General Hospital, one of Calgary’s major healthcare facilities. The hospital offers comprehensive medical services, including emergency care, specialized treatments, and outpatient services, ensuring residents have access to high-quality healthcare.
Cochrane is served by both the Rocky View School Division and the Calgary Catholic School District, with several high-quality schools for elementary, middle, and high school students. Additionally, there are private and specialized learning options in town.
Life in Greystone
The lifestyle in Greystone, Cochrane offers the perfect balance of modern amenities and laid-back charm, making it an ideal community for families, professionals, and active retirees alike. Nestled between the Bow River and downtown Cochrane, Greystone is a walkable, thoughtfully designed neighbourhood where everything is close at hand—parks, pathways, shopping, recreation, and dining.
Whether you're enjoying a morning stroll along the river, biking to local cafés, or walking the kids to nearby schools and sports fields, Greystone encourages a lifestyle rooted in connection—to nature, to community, and to convenience.
On The Map
Greystone is located just north of the Bow River and bordered by Downtown Cochrane, Riverview and the Bow River.
Greystone Schools
If you're buying a home in Greystone and looking for a school for your child, you'll be pleased to know that the neighbourhood has a number of schooling options to choose from.
Nearby Schools
- Holy Spirit Catholic School – Fireside: Website
- Fireside School – Fireside: Website
- Bow Valley High School – Riversong: Website
- Cochrane Christian Academy – East End: Website
- Cochrane High School – Cochrane Heights: Website
- Elizabeth Barrett Elementary School – Cochrane Heights: Website
- Manachaban Middle School – Cochrane Heights: Website
- École Notre-Dame Des Vallees – West Terrace: Website
- Mitford School – West Terrace: Website
- Glenbow Elementary School – Glenbow: Website
- St. Timothy High School – Sunset Ridge: Website
- RancheView School – Sunset Ridge: Website
Calgary Schools
- Rockyview Schools: Rockview School Board
- Calgary Public Schools: Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
- Calgary Catholic Separate Schools: Catholic Separate School Board
- Calgary French Immersion Schools: Calgary Board of Education (CBE)
Amenities
Emphasizing an active lifestyle, Greystone offers 35 acres of parks and public spaces.
A highlight is the 10-acre regional park, equipped with playgrounds, sports facilities, and picnic areas, serving as a central gathering spot for community events and recreational activities. The community’s extensive network of pathways connects to Cochrane’s existing trails and the Trans Canada Trail, providing residents with ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and enjoying nature.
You’ll live amongst a connected, vibrant community where neighbourliness is second nature, and where fun is always around the corner. With many amenities in walking distance, including the impressive Spray Lake Sawmills Family Sports Centre, one of Alberta’s largest recreational facilities. Spanning 325,000 square feet, it offers amenities such as ice arenas, a climbing wall, an aquatic center, and a fitness facility, catering to diverse interests and promoting a healthy lifestyle amongst residents.
Shop & Dine
The community is conveniently located near Cochrane's amenities, including shopping & dining, ensuring residents enjoy the best of both worlds.
Greystone is minutes away from Cochrane’s downtown center, which offers a range of shops, restaurants, schools, and medical services. Known for its western-inspired architecture, Downtown Cochrane has a charming, vintage feel. This shopping district features a variety of locally-owned businesses, including artisan shops, farmer’s markets, and specialty stores, where residents can discover handcrafted goods and local produce. There’s also a wide range of big box retailers and grocery stores, including No Frills, Safeway, Save-On-Foods, Winners and Canadian Tire.
Greystone Real Estate
The builder options offer a number of spacious and stylish homes that mirror Cochrane's rich history.
Greystone is designed to accommodate approximately 1,000 housing units, including around 700 single-family homes and various multi-family residences. This diversity caters to a wide range of lifestyles, from young professionals and growing families to active retirees. The architectural styles harmoniously blend traditional and contemporary designs, reflecting Cochrane’s rich history while providing modern comforts. Greystone is committed to sustainability, with builders like Avalon Master Builder offering Net Zero and Net Zero-Ready townhomes. These homes are designed to produce as much energy as they consume annually, incorporating features like superior insulation, energy-efficient appliances, and airtight construction, aligning with a growing emphasis on eco-friendly living.
With The Calgary Guide’s expertise and extensive knowledge of the area, they will guide you through the available real estate options and help you find the perfect home.
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