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Land for Sale in Foothills County, Alberta | Scenic Acreage & Rural Properties
Acreage, Farm & Investment Land Minutes from Calgary
Explore a wide selection of land for sale in Foothills County, Alberta perfect for custom home builds, equestrian estates, farming, or long-term investment. Whether you’re seeking vacant land, private acreage lots, or multi-acre development parcels, this area offers unmatched privacy, stunning views, and proximity to Calgary.
Many Foothills County land listings feature mature trees, rolling terrain, and access to utilities such as power, natural gas, and well water. These rural properties provide flexible zoning for residential, agricultural, or commercial use, making them ideal for everything from quiet retreats to land banking or subdivision opportunities.
Located just south of Calgary, Foothills County includes popular communities like Okotoks, High River, Priddis, Millarville, and Black Diamond. Residents enjoy peaceful rural settings with easy access to city services, schools, shopping, and commuter routes.
Whether you’re planning to build right away or hold for long-term value, Foothills County offers a rare combination of scenic landscapes, space, and growth potential. Properties currently available include:
- Build-ready acreage lots with panoramic mountain views
- Farmland and open pastures for agricultural use
- Private treed lots for cabins or custom homes
- Development land near Okotoks, High River, and DeWinton
To learn more about buying rural property, zoning regulations, and service access, visit our Foothills County Land Buying Guide.
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Explore Foothills County Real Estate: Acreages, Land & Country Homes
Discover the charm of rural Alberta living in Foothills County. Use the curated links below to browse listings for homes, acreage properties, vacant land, and nearby towns and villages—all minutes from Calgary.
- Foothills County Homes
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- Luxury Acreages
High-end acreage properties with mountain views and executive estates.
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Learn about local communities including Okotoks, High River & Priddis.
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Vacant Land with Mountain Views in Foothills County
Vacant Land with Mountain Views in Foothills County, Land for Sale Near Calgary in Foothills County Alberta
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111 Westland Street Street in Okotoks: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2239847
111 Westland Street Street Okotoks T1S 1A4 
$9,500,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2239847
SOUTH WEST OKOTOKS - 108.80 Ac of land with Stunning views to the west of the Rockies. Slopes to the west. Solid future residential with an ASP. Terms available to the qualified Buyers Right next parcel is under development by Tillotson. More detailsListed by REMAX Innovations- DIANE RICHARDSON
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64 STREET NE Coal Trail NW in High River: Highwood Village Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2100393
64 STREET NE Coal Trail NW High River T1V 0E2
$8,280,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2100393
92 ACRES OF LAND FOR DEVELOPMENT IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF HIGH RIVER / NEXT TO HWY 549 (498 AVENUE) HWY 2 / HWY 2A / 10 MINUTES TO OKOTOKS /20 MINUTES TO SOUTH CALGARY / APPROVALS THAT ARE IN PLACE AS FOLLOWS A.S.P. (AREA STRUCTURE PLAN) / F.S.P. (FUNCTIONAL STUDY PLAN) C.S.A. (COST SHARING AGREEMENT / WITH NEIGHBOURHOOD OUTLINE PLAN ESTABLISHED / PRICED AT $85,000 PER ACRE / GREAT LAND TO DEVELOP with HIGHEST ELEVATION IN THE TOWN OF HIGH RIVER / THIS LAND HAS NEVER FLOOD / TERMS MAY BE AVAILABLE / MORE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON REQUEST More detailsListed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate- DIANE RICHARDSON
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176 Street W in Rural Foothills County: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2167414
176 Street W Rural Foothills County T1S 2P5
$3,003,360Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2167414
VENDOR FINANCING AVAILABLE CALL FOR DETAILS!! LOOK AT THIS Amazing opportunity to own 125 acres minutes from Calgary, this amazing piece has panoramic views from every direction as well as a stunning mountain view located on a paved road! All located minutes to South end of Calgary!! Also located across from the Sandy Cross Nature Conservatory. This amazing class 1 black soil has still produced a beautiful hay crop even in a drought and this year has produced 6 1300 pound bales per acre!! As an added bonus it has a 10 gpm well already on it. 2 MD approaches are also located on it and make access easy. This beautiful property has many building sites to choose from as well making it the best of all worlds!! Maybe a potential subdivision is in the future!! (Pending MD approval) Call today!! More detailsListed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate- DIANE RICHARDSON
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79.41 Acres SE-13-22-3W5 in Rural Foothills County: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2057428
79.41 Acres SE-13-22-3W5 Rural Foothills County T1S 2T7
$2,990,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2057428
Imagine owning 79 Acres at the end of a dead end, within 10 minutes of Shawnessy, and the Ring road, on paved serviced roads. Imagine the best Mountain and Foothills views, from high on the hill over looking your land and the valley's around you. Well it doesn't take imagination because it is there for you in Priddis, SW of Calgary. Part of "Dark Sky Country", right next to the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory, this 79 acres runs north and south along a long ridge giving 360 degree views from Calgary to the Mountains. Very productive land, that is currently in hay and pasture, with some nice forested areas in the bottom on the East side. Want to build your Big, Beautiful, Dream Home on the ridge? This is the perfect land for someone who has a few horses and wants a little space between them and their neighbors. But the view of the foothills, and the glistening Rocky Mountains, is what you will be waking up, and coming home to each and every day. This 79 acres in Priddis, is everything that you can imagine! Gas and power border property. Price does not include GST. In the event that GST is payable and the Buyer is not a GST registrant, then the Buyer shall remit the applicable GST to the Seller’s lawyer on or before Completion Day. Proper permits required for any development. More detailsListed by Coldwell Banker Mountain Central- DIANE RICHARDSON
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28 Acres Highway 552 East in Rural Foothills County: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2255282
28 Acres Highway 552 East Rural Foothills County T1S 1A3
$2,750,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2255282
28 Acres fronting onto Highway 552 at Scott Seaman Rink, St. Francis Academy and Heritage Heights School. Great location and Country Quiet + City Close with development potential! Lots of acreage development underway in the area and more coming. Very nice combination of rolling terrain with open spaces and private treed oasis, with 300+ foot frontage onto Highway 552 plus road dedication from upcoming residential acreage development to the west. Great opportunity to Live, Work, Play and consider your future opportunities. GST may apply. Come and See for Yourself! More detailsListed by Legacy Real Estate Services- DIANE RICHARDSON
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4 Avenue SE in Diamond Valley: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2262833
4 Avenue SE Diamond Valley T0L 1H0
$2,600,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2262833
Fantastic development opportunity in the Town of Diamond Valley. 28 acres with wonderful views, walking paths and open space along the land, inside the Town of Diamond Valley. Services are in place to service this land. Confirmed with the Development Officer of Diamond Valley. Parks and playgrounds close by within a block. Close to schools, all amenities and recreation . A wonderful municipal hospital and Senior's Center. Short driving distance to the mountains, amazing scenery and world-class recreational activities. More detailsListed by Real Broker- DIANE RICHARDSON
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177 Avenue in Rural Foothills County: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2215878
177 Avenue Rural Foothills County T1S 2B8
$2,199,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2215878
Absolutely stunning 54.94 acres with gorgeous mountain views and Rollinghills. Not very often do these parcels come up this close to Calgary. Potential future development with MD approval. Build your dream home and buy your privacy or invest in this phenomenal opportunity. ( 15 acres with stunning residence, bordering this property is also available for sale MLS # A2229058) More detailsListed by MaxWell Canyon Creek- DIANE RICHARDSON
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NE-6-20-28-W4M - in Aldersyde: Commercial Land for sale : MLS®# A2279066
NE-6-20-28-W4M - Aldersyde T1V 1Z1
$1,800,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2279066
This 24.82-acre parcel of vacant land is located in Foothills County, within the Hamlet of Aldersyde, and offers excellent exposure to the QEII Highway, one of Alberta’s primary north–south transportation corridors. The property is currently zoned Agricultural, with strong long-term potential for future industrial or commercial-oriented uses, subject to municipal approvals. The site is strategically positioned approximately 20 minutes south of Calgary and 7 minutes southeast of Okotoks, providing convenient access to regional markets while remaining outside the immediate urban boundary. Its location within Foothills County supports flexibility for users seeking land with highway visibility and proximity to key population centres. The parcel’s size and exposure make it well suited for consideration as a future light manufacturing site, storage facility, logistics hub, or data centre, subject to zoning amendments and development approvals. The property offers relatively flat topography and direct connectivity to major transportation routes, supporting a wide range of potential development concepts. This is an opportunity to acquire high-exposure vacant land in a growth corridor south of Calgary, with long-term strategic value for owner-users, developers, or investors. More detailsListed by KPLI Real Estate Corporation- DIANE RICHARDSON
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Corner of Ross Ave and 674 Avenue E in Cayley: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2275015
Corner of Ross Ave and 674 Avenue E Cayley T0L 0P0
$1,799,900Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2275015
Strategically located 20.99 acres of HR-zoned land in Cayley with a County-approved Area Structure Plan (ASP) in place. The approved ASP establishes clear land-use intent, access, and servicing concepts in alignment with Foothills County’s Municipal Development Plan, significantly reducing planning and entitlement risk for future development, subject to County approvals. Ideally positioned just west of Highway 2 within the established south Calgary–Okotoks growth corridor, the property benefits from excellent regional connectivity while remaining outside urban congestion. This location supports a range of commercial and agri-commercial uses consistent with County policy and offers strong long-term investment and land-banking potential in a supply-constrained rural commercial market. The parcel is fee simple, generally level, and fenced, providing a practical and flexible development footprint. Supporting documentation, including the approved ASP, title, and aerial materials, is available upon request. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Benchmark- DIANE RICHARDSON
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#1 24 Street SE in High River: Industrial Park High River Industrial Land for sale : MLS®# A1255607
#1 24 Street SE High River T1V 0B3
$1,666,250Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A1255607
Fabulous location with easy access & visibility from Hwy 2. 13.33 Acre lot in High River's Industrial Park. Zoning is SED - Service & Employment District. Street number will be assigned by the Town Of High River More detailsListed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate- DIANE RICHARDSON
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Hwy 23 in Rural Foothills County: Commercial Land for sale : MLS®# A2272657
Hwy 23 Rural Foothills County T0L 0J0
$1,600,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2272657
300 acres with Hwy access. Most of land has been cultivated at some point. Yearly lease income $5,491. Cross fenced. Loads of good water. Many excellent building sites. Unobstructed Mountain view. Call today More detailsListed by Century 21 Foothills Real Estate- DIANE RICHARDSON
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54.28 Acres on 96th Street W in Rural Foothills County: Residential Land for sale : MLS®# A2268112
54.28 Acres on 96th Street W Rural Foothills County T1S 0V1
$1,475,000Land- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- A2268112
54.28 acres of bare land zoned Agriculture just 20 minutes NW of Okotoks in the Red Deer Lake community. Offering a choice of building sites with Countryside Views with No light pollutions to block our Big Alberta Skies! This parcel provides a great opportunity for crop production, summer/winter pasture or holding property. What ever your desire this property has endless possibilities from the ground up! The purchase price does not include GST. In the event that GST is payable and the Buyer is not a GST registrant, then the Buyer shall remit the applicable GST to the Seller's lawyer on or before completion day. More detailsListed by Royal LePage Solutions- DIANE RICHARDSON
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Data was last updated February 26, 2026 at 10:05 AM (UTC)
Interactive Map: Land & Acreages for Sale in Foothills County
Use the interactive map below to explore current Foothills County land for sale, including build-ready acreage lots, hobby farms, and development parcels near Calgary. Zoom in on areas like DeWinton, Millarville, Priddis, Okotoks, and High River to see available listings by location and proximity to schools, highways, and natural features.
Each pin represents an active MLS® land or acreage listing—click any property to view details including lot size, zoning, access, and pricing. Whether you’re looking for a quiet treed retreat, open farmland, or a future investment property, this map helps you visualize where each parcel sits within Foothills County’s scenic rural landscape.
Frequently Asked Questions – Buying Land in Foothills County, Alberta
1. What types of land are available in Foothills County?
Foothills County offers a wide variety of land for sale, including residential acreage lots, hobby farms, rural parcels for custom homes, and development land near Calgary. Properties range from under 2 acres to expansive tracts of 100+ acres, with zoning options for residential, agricultural, or mixed use.
2. Can I build a custom home on vacant land in Foothills County?
Yes, most acreage lots in Foothills County allow for residential development. Before building, you’ll need to confirm zoning, setbacks, and service requirements, and in many cases, apply for a Development Permit. Water and septic systems are common in rural areas, so proper site planning is essential.
3. How far is Foothills County from Calgary?
Foothills County borders the southern edge of Calgary. Depending on the exact location, travel time can range from 15 to 45 minutes. Nearby communities such as DeWinton, Millarville, and Okotoks offer quick access to the city while maintaining a peaceful rural setting.
4. Is buying land in Foothills County a good investment?
Yes. Foothills County land remains in strong demand due to its proximity to Calgary, scenic views, and large parcel availability. Flexible zoning and long-term development potential make it appealing for both homeowners and investors seeking future growth or resale value.
5. Are utilities and services available on rural land?
Many acreage properties in Foothills County have access to power, natural gas, and established roadways. Water is typically supplied via wells, and private septic systems are required. Always verify utility access and feasibility before purchasing, especially for vacant or undeveloped land.
6. What should I know about zoning and development regulations?
Foothills County has specific land use bylaws that regulate lot coverage, building height, density, and environmental overlays. Before developing, you may need a Development Permit, and some properties require environmental assessments or discretionary use approvals. Learn more about local regulations here.
7. How can Diane Richardson help with buying land in Foothills County?
Diane Richardson is an experienced rural real estate expert who can help you find the right parcel, navigate county regulations, evaluate zoning and services, and negotiate terms that match your goals. Whether you're buying a hobby farm, custom lot, or investment land, Diane offers guidance from search to closing.
Phone: 403‑397‑3706
Email: diane@mypadcalgary.com
Build Your Custom Home on Scenic Acreage in Foothills County
Discover build-ready acreage lots in Foothills County, Alberta—perfect for constructing your custom rural home. Whether you’re drawn to panoramic mountain views, wooded privacy, or expansive prairie settings, these properties offer the flexibility to create your ideal countryside retreat. Located just minutes from Calgary, they combine serene living with convenient access to city amenities and infrastructure.
Start a Hobby Farm or Create a Self-Sufficient Homestead
Pursue your rural lifestyle goals with hobby farm land for sale in Foothills County. These properties are ideal for small-scale agriculture, equestrian use, gardening, and livestock. Many listings feature existing fencing, access to utilities, and road frontage, making them perfect for creating a productive and peaceful homestead in southern Alberta’s scenic foothills region.
Invest in Development Land or Secure Long-Term Value
Explore the opportunity to own development land in Foothills County near Calgary—a smart move for investors and landowners planning for future growth. With a range of large-acreage parcels, flexible zoning, and proximity to expanding municipalities like Okotoks and High River, these properties offer strong potential for subdivision, resale, or land banking. Secure your piece of the foothills today while prices remain attractive.
🚰 Buying land or acreage in Foothills County? Before purchasing rural property, it’s important to understand water supply and septic system requirements. Review our Septic & Well Inspection Checklist to learn what to look for when evaluating wells, septic systems, and rural services on vacant land and acreage properties. This guide is written by Diane Richardson specifically for Alberta land and acreage buyers.
Foothills County Land Use Rules: Lot Coverage, Zoning, and Permit Guidelines
Before purchasing land or acreage in Foothills County, it’s important to understand local land use regulations. These include rules around maximum lot coverage, dwelling unit density, building height limits, and yard setbacks. You’ll also need to determine whether your intended use is permitted or discretionary, and whether the property falls within an environmental protection overlay or flood risk zone that may trigger additional assessments.
Most properties will require a Development Permit from the County, especially for new construction, accessory buildings, or land-use changes. Reviewing the current Foothills County Land Use Bylaw is essential to ensure compliance and avoid costly delays during planning or development.
Looking to Buy or Sell Land in Foothills County?
With over 15 years of experience helping clients across Calgary and Southern Alberta, Diane Richardson specializes in rural real estate, acreages, and land purchases. From scenic custom-home lots to investment-ready development parcels, Diane offers local insight and hands-on support to make your land transaction a success.
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