Crawford Estates Kelowna real estate and homes for sale
Crawford Estates in brief: Crawford Estates is an established executive neighbourhood on the benchlands above Kelowna's Lower Mission, about five minutes from Lower Mission schools, shops, and beaches. Detached homes generally range from $1,300,000 to $2,500,000 on lots of roughly a third to half an acre. It is a distinct neighbourhood rather than part of the Lower Mission, and buyers choose it for large lots, privacy, and valley views.
Set where the city gives way to hillside and acreage, the pace here is noticeably slower than the flatland neighbourhoods below. Many homes capture sweeping views over the valley and Okanagan Lake. It is the kind of area buyers choose when they want more land and more privacy than the Lower Mission can offer, without giving up easy access to it.
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The Crawford Estates housing market
Crawford Estates is almost entirely a single-family market, and it sits at the executive end of the wider Kelowna market. Detached homes generally range from $1,300,000 to $2,500,000, with larger custom builds on premium view lots reaching higher. Lots typically run from a third of an acre to half an acre, noticeably larger than the standard Lower Mission lot, and that extra land is a big part of the neighbourhood's draw.
The housing stock is a mix of long-established homes and newer custom builds, so buyers can find anything from a classic large-lot rancher to a recently finished executive home with a walkout lower level and mountain views. Because the neighbourhood is small and mostly built out, inventory moves in smaller numbers than the Lower Mission or Upper Mission, and well-located view lots do not sit on the market long.
Crawford Estates compared to neighbouring areas
| Crawford Estates | Lower Mission | Southeast Kelowna | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical detached price | $1,300,000 to $2,500,000 | $1,300,000 to $3,000,000+ | Varies widely with acreage |
| Typical lot size | Third to half acre | Standard city lot | Acreage, often ALR |
| Character | Executive, hillside, quiet | Established, walkable, family | Rural, orchards and farms |
| Walk to beach | Short drive | Walkable in much of it | Drive |
| Schools | Uses Lower Mission schools | Own catchments, walkable | Drive to Lower Mission |
| Views | Valley and mountain | Limited, lake access instead | Valley and orchard |
Pricing above is directional and moves with the market. For current figures in any of these areas, get in touch.
Where Crawford Estates sits relative to the Mission
Crawford Estates is bordered by the hillside along Bellevue Creek to the south and the acreages of Southeast Kelowna to the east, and it is reached from DeHart Road and Stewart Road. That puts it on the southern benchlands closer to the Upper Mission than to the flatland streets of the Lower Mission itself. In practice, though, the neighbourhood functions as an extension of the Mission: residents use Lower Mission schools, shop along Lakeshore Road, and are on the beach in about five minutes. Buyers comparing Crawford Estates to the Lower Mission are usually weighing a larger, quieter lot against a shorter walk to the water.
Crawford Estates community features and highlights
Parks and trails
Crawford Estates is built around outdoor access. Crawford Falls, a well-known local hiking spot within Canyon Falls Park, is close to many homes in the neighbourhood, and Woodhaven Regional Park and Redridge Park both sit in or near the community. Myra-Bellevue Provincial Park and its network of trails are a short drive up the hillside, giving residents some of the best hiking and mountain-biking access in the city.
Wineries
The neighbourhood sits close to the Lakeshore Wine Trail, with CedarCreek Estate Winery and Tantalus Vineyards both a short drive away. It is a genuine amenity for residents, and a point that resonates with buyers relocating from wine country elsewhere.
Schools
Crawford Estates does not have its own schools; families here typically attend elementary, middle, and secondary schools in the Lower Mission, about a five minute drive away. Families weighing independent options often consider Aberdeen Hall Preparatory Academy near UBC Okanagan, Kelowna Christian School, and Immaculate Conception in the Lower Mission.
Shopping and amenities
Everyday shopping and dining are a short drive away along Lakeshore Road in the Lower Mission and at Pandosy Village, with Orchard Park Shopping Centre and downtown Kelowna both reachable without a long commute. The H2O Adventure and Fitness Centre and the Lower Mission's sports fields serve active families in the neighbourhood.
Who buys in Crawford Estates
- Move-up and executive buyers who want a large lot and privacy while staying inside Kelowna city limits.
- Families who want more space for a large home and want to stay within easy reach of Lower Mission schools.
- View buyers focused on premium lots with valley or mountain outlooks.
- Downsizers from acreage properties who want a smaller lot but still want land, quiet, and views.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Crawford Estates in Kelowna?
Crawford Estates sits on the benchlands above the Lower Mission, on Kelowna's southern slopes toward the Upper Mission, bordered by Bellevue Creek and the acreages of Southeast Kelowna. It is reached from DeHart Road and Stewart Road, about a five minute drive from the schools, shops, and beaches of the Lower Mission.
What is the average home price in Crawford Estates?
Detached homes in Crawford Estates generally range from $1,300,000 to $2,500,000, with larger custom homes on premium view lots reaching higher. The neighbourhood is almost entirely single-family, on lots typically between a third and a half acre.
Is Crawford Estates part of the Lower Mission?
Not technically. Crawford Estates is its own established neighbourhood on the benchlands above the Lower Mission, closer to the Upper Mission and Southeast Kelowna. It is closely tied to the Lower Mission in daily life, since residents typically use its schools, shops, and beaches, but the two are separate, adjacent neighbourhoods rather than one and the same.
What schools serve Crawford Estates?
Families in Crawford Estates typically attend elementary, middle, and secondary schools in the Lower Mission, a short drive away. Independent options nearby include Aberdeen Hall Preparatory Academy, Kelowna Christian School, and Immaculate Conception.
Who buys in Crawford Estates?
Crawford Estates draws move-up and executive buyers who want a large lot, privacy, and mountain or valley views without leaving Kelowna. It also suits families who want space for a large home and a quiet, low-traffic street, while staying a short drive from Lower Mission schools and amenities.
How big are the lots in Crawford Estates?
Lots in Crawford Estates typically run from about a third of an acre to half an acre, noticeably larger than the standard lot in the flatland Lower Mission. That extra land, along with the privacy it creates between homes, is one of the main reasons buyers choose the neighbourhood.
What is Crawford Falls?
Crawford Falls is a waterfall reached by a popular easy to moderate hiking trail within Canyon Falls Park, close to many homes in Crawford Estates. It is one of the best known natural attractions in this part of Kelowna and a genuine daily amenity for residents.
How is Crawford Estates different from Southeast Kelowna?
Crawford Estates is a residential neighbourhood of large-lot executive homes, while neighbouring Southeast Kelowna is more rural, with working acreages, orchards, and properties in the Agricultural Land Reserve. Buyers who want a large home on a manageable lot choose Crawford Estates, while those who want genuine acreage look further east.
Working with a Crawford Estates specialist
Crawford Estates is a small neighbourhood, and understanding which streets carry the best views, how a Crawford Estates lot compares in size and privacy to something in the Lower Mission, and where the newer custom builds are going up takes local knowledge that a general search cannot provide. With 19 years of experience across the Central Okanagan, Gillian Krol helps buyers and sellers navigate this quieter corner of the Mission with confidence. Reach out to talk through current opportunities in Crawford Estates and how it compares with nearby neighbourhoods.
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