Is Sylvan Lake actually a year-round community, or is it mostly a summer destination?

Sylvan Lake functions as a genuine four-season community for its nearly 18,000 permanent residents. The NexSource Centre runs year-round programming across twin arenas, curling, aquatics, and fitness. The trail system converts to snowshoe and ski routes in winter. The lake becomes a maintained skating surface. Eight outdoor skating rinks operate throughout the community. The CulinART Festival, Flannel and Feast Festival, and Snake Lake Brewing's live music nights anchor the off-season calendar.

What are home prices like in Sylvan Lake?

The average asking price across all home types in Sylvan Lake sits at approximately $506,000. Detached homes in premium neighbourhoods like Fox Run and Hewlett Park average around $569,000 and higher. Entry-level condos start in the low $200,000s. Newer master-planned communities including Sixty West, Iron Gate, and Grayhawk are actively under construction offering modern new builds at competitive prices.

How long is the commute from Sylvan Lake to Red Deer?

Twenty to twenty-five minutes east on Highway 11 or 11A. Red Deer is the primary employment centre for most Sylvan Lake residents, with nearly 1,900 people making this commute daily for work in oil and gas, healthcare, education, and retail. For Calgary commuters, the drive is approximately 90 minutes to two hours.

What neighbourhoods should I look at in Sylvan Lake?

For premium lakeside character, Fox Run, Hewlett Park, Palo, and the Cottage Area are the most sought-after, with Fox Run averaging around $569,000. For new construction, Sixty West is an award-winning master-planned community, with Iron Gate and Grayhawk actively under construction. For affordability, the downtown area offers the lowest average prices at around $296,000.

How are the schools in Sylvan Lake?

Six public schools within Chinook's Edge School Division and two Catholic schools through Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools serve most grades locally. The Government of Alberta has approved funding to plan two new high schools in Sylvan Lake — one public supporting approximately 975 students and one Catholic supporting approximately 300 — allowing students to complete their full K–12 education without leaving town.

Is Sylvan Lake growing? Is it a good long-term investment?

Sylvan Lake's population reached 17,897 in 2025, growing over 10 percent in five years. The town is exploring city status, two new high schools are approved and in provincial planning, new master-planned communities are under active construction, and one million annual visitors support a resilient local economy. Lakeside properties within 20 minutes of a city at this price point do not exist elsewhere in western Canada.

Why should I use Marc Miller to buy or sell in Sylvan Lake?

Sylvan Lake has 15 distinct neighbourhoods, active new construction in multiple communities, and a resale market that varies significantly between lakeside, trail-adjacent, and inland properties. Marc Miller brings hands-on market familiarity, a construction background that identifies what others miss, and a straight-talk approach that means buyers and sellers always know exactly where they stand.

167 Bowman Circle in Sylvan Lake: Beacon Hill Detached for sale : MLS®# A2341975

Welcome to this beautifully maintained home offering 2,578 sq. ft. of thoughtfully finished living space above grade. The home features five spacious bedrooms plus a dedicated dressing room that could easily serve as a sixth bedroom, granite countertops throughout, rich hardwood flooring, and large windows that bring in an abundance of natural light. The primary ensuite offers a relaxing retreat with a walk-in shower and freestanding soaker tub, while the bright sunroom overlooks the landscaped yard. The fully finished walkout basement includes comfortable in-floor heating and plenty of additional space for family living and entertaining. Recent improvements include a new furnace, central air conditioning, garage door, landscaping, composite decking, and deck awnings. A water filtration system and water softener add further comfort and convenience to this impressive, move-in-ready home.

General Info:

Property Type:: Residential

Property Sub Type:: Detached

Condo Type:: Not a Condo

Transaction Type:: For Sale

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Suite:: No

Num Legal Suites:: 0

Num Illegal Suites:: 0

Home Style:: 2 Storey

Total Living Area:: 2,528 sq. ft.235 m2

Main Level Finished Area:: 1,092 sq. ft.101 m2

Upper Level Finished Area:: 1,436 sq. ft.133 m2

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Below Grade Finished Area:: 1,437 sq. ft.134 m2

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Acreage:: No

Lot Area:: 5,005 sq. ft.465 m2

Lot Frontage:: 43'13.1 m

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Front Exposure:: East

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Levels:: Two

Total Rooms Above Grade:: 9

Year built:: 2013 (Age: 13)

Bedrooms:: 6 (Above Grd: 4)

Bedrooms Above Grade:: 4

Bedrooms On Main:: 1

Bedrooms Below Grade:: 2

Bathrooms:: 4.0 (Full:3, Half:1)

Num Ensuite Baths:: 1

Plan:: 1224336

Additional Info:

Heating:: In Floor, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Basement:: Full, Finished, Walk Out

Foundation:: Poured Concrete

New Constr.:: No

Construction Material:: Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame

Structure Type:: House

Roof:: Asphalt Shingle

Ensuite:: Yes

Flooring:: Hardwood, Tile

Cooling:: Central Air

Fireplaces:: 1

Fireplace Details:: Gas, Living Room

Garage:: Yes

Garage Spaces:: 2

Parking:: Double Garage Attached

Parking Places:: 4

Parking Total/Covered:: 4 / -

Laundry Features:: Upper Level

Community:

Beacon Hill (Sylvan Lake)

Appliances:

Built-In Freezer, Built-In Refrigerator, Central Air Conditioner, Dishwasher, Gas Stove, Microwave, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener, Window Coverings

Inclusions:

Built-In Fridge, Built-in Freezer, Gas Stove, Dishwasher, Microwave, window Coverings, Garage Door Opener & Controls, Washer & Dryer

Restrictions:

None Known

Room Information:

Floor
Type
Size
Other

Main Floor

Kitchen

17'4" × 9'9"

Main Floor

Dining Room

14'4" × 8'3"

Main Floor

Living Room

15'1" × 13'3"

Main Floor

Bedroom

13'1" × 9'9"

Main Floor

Foyer

8'10" × 7'4"

Main Floor

Mud Room

9'4" × 8'3"

Upper Level

Bedroom - Primary

15'3" × 14'

Upper Level

Bedroom

12'5" × 11'

Upper Level

Bedroom

12'5" × 11'

Upper Level

Family Room

16'9" × 12'2"

Upper Level

Laundry

11'2" × 5'8"

Lower Level

Bedroom

15'1" × 9'4"

Lower Level

Bedroom

15'1" × 9'3"

Lower Level

Game Room

15'4" × 14'10"

Bathrooms:

Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other

Main Floor

0' x 0'

Upper Level

Yes

0' x 0'

Upper Level

0' x 0'

Lower Level

0' x 0'

Land Info:

Title to Land:: Fee Simple

Community Features:: Park, Playground, Schools Nearby, Shopping Nearby, Walking/Bike Paths

Interior Features:: Bar, Central Vacuum, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Soaking Tub, Tankless Hot Water, Tray Ceiling(s)

Exterior Features:: BBQ gas line, Fire Pit

Patio And Porch Features:: Deck

Lot Features:: Back Lane, Landscaped

Num. of Parcels:: 0

Fencing:: Fenced

Region:: Red Deer County

Zoning:: R5

Listing Info:

Listed Date:: Sep 03, 2026

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167 Bowman Circle
Beacon Hill Sylvan Lake T4S 0H8

$789,900
Residential beds: 6 baths: 4.0 2,528 sq. ft. built: 2013

Schedule a viewing:

167 Bowman Circle Beacon Hill Sylvan Lake T4S 0H8

$789,900 Residential beds: 6 baths: 4.0 2,528 sq. ft. built: 2013

Schedule a viewing:

167 Bowman Circle
Beacon Hill Sylvan Lake T4S 0H8

$789,900
Residential beds: 6 baths: 4.0 2,528 sq. ft. built: 2013