The Glenmore Sweet Spot: A Complete Guide to Kelowna's Most Underrated Neighbourhood

Tucked between Dilworth Mountain and Knox Mountain at the north end of the city, Glenmore has spent decades quietly building what every buyer actually wants: walkable amenities, real green space, strong schools, and a short commute — all without the price tag of the lake-view neighbourhoods everyone else is bidding on.  And in 2026, the City of Kelowna is backing that up with serious capital investment.

Here's what you need to know before you start house-hunting in Glenmore.

Glenmore Isn't One Neighbourhood — It's Four

Ask five different buyers what they want in a home and you'll get five different answers. Glenmore's genius is that it has an answer for almost all of them, because it's really made up of four distinct sub-areas. 

Old Glenmore is the neighbourhood's original core — mature, tree-lined streets, larger lots, and character homes within easy reach of downtown. It's a favourite for buyers who want established charm and a genuine sense of community, and it's home to the century-old Kelowna Golf & Country Club.

Lower Glenmore is where first-time buyers and young professionals tend to land. Higher-density condos and townhomes, a walkable café-and-retail core, and some of the best entry-level pricing in the valley make it a strong pick for anyone getting into the market or building a rental portfolio.

North Glenmore is the commercial and family backbone of the area — grocery stores, pharmacies, and elementary schools are all a short walk or drive away, and it's the site of most of the neighbourhood's 2026 infrastructure investment (more on that below).

The Glenmore Highlands, including Wilden, is the upscale end of the spectrum: master-planned hillside estates, contemporary architecture, and integrated wetlands, appealing to high-net-worth buyers and growing families who want more space and a quieter, elevated setting.

That range — from starter condo to luxury hillside estate — is rare to find inside a single neighbourhood, and it's a big part of why Glenmore holds up well across different market conditions.

Location: The 10-to-15-Minute Rule

One of the most underrated things about Glenmore real estate is how easy it is to get anywhere from it. Glenmore Road runs the full length of the valley — north toward Lake Country and Vernon (bypassing Highway 97 entirely), and south into the Clement Avenue district, putting downtown Kelowna within about 10 minutes.

It's also genuinely well-positioned for two of the city's biggest employment and lifestyle anchors: UBC Okanagan and Kelowna International Airport (YLW) are both roughly 15 minutes away, which makes Glenmore a natural fit for student rentals, university staff, and frequent flyers alike.

And that commute is about to get even easier. The City's 2026 budget includes the Burtch Road Improvements, a project connecting Highway 97 to Glenmore Road with new vehicle lanes, sidewalks, multi-use paths, and protected bike lanes — part of an $87 million transportation investment across Kelowna this year.

What's Coming to Glenmore in 2026

If you're evaluating a neighbourhood for long-term value, watch where the city is putting its money. Glenmore is seeing a genuine wave of public investment this year:

• The Glenmore Activity Centre, a new two-storey, 31,000-square-foot community hub, broke ground in April 2026. It will include a competition-sized gymnasium, fitness and dance studios, community kitchens, and a branch of the Okanagan Regional Library.
• A 91-space licensed daycare is being built alongside the Activity Centre, backed by more than $8 million from the province's ChildCareBC New Spaces Fund — a meaningful addition for young families in a market where childcare access can make or break a home search.
• Glenmore Recreation Park is in the middle of a major expansion. A new sports field is already open, with tennis and pickleball courts, a skate spot, splash park, and outdoor fitness area on track for completion by September 2026 — plus over 200 new trees planted along Brandts Creek.
• A $2.5 million storm drainage upgrade starting in late summer 2026 will improve climate resilience across the valley floor.

None of this is speculative — it's funded and underway, which is exactly the kind of signal that tends to support property values over the next several years.

The Everyday Lifestyle

Beyond the numbers, Glenmore is simply a nice place to live day to day. Lower Glenmore's café culture and North Glenmore's grocery and retail anchors mean most errands don't require leaving the neighbourhood. Outdoor recreation is built in on every side — Knox Mountain Park's trail system, Stephens Coyote Ridge Regional Park, and golf at Kelowna Golf & Country Club or nearby Okanagan Golf Club are all close at hand.

For families, the draw is just as strong: elementary and middle schools are distributed across the valley floor, and safe, walkable streets mean many kids can get to school without a car ride.

Is Glenmore Right for You?

• First-time buyers and investors → Lower Glenmore's condos and townhomes offer some of the best entry points in Kelowna.
• Families → Old and North Glenmore combine walk-to-school access, safe streets, and (soon) significantly expanded recreation and childcare options.
• Move-up buyers and luxury purchasers → The Glenmore Highlands offer space, privacy, and hillside architecture without leaving the city.
• Commuters and remote-flexible buyers → Glenmore's central position between UBCO, YLW, and downtown is hard to beat.

Glenmore's combination of infrastructure investment, neighbourhood variety, and everyday livability is what makes it worth a serious look in 2026 — before the rest of the market catches on.

Glenmore Market Snapshot: January–June 2026

Buyer activity in Glenmore built steadily through the first half of 2026, and pricing held its ground the whole way through.

• Sales momentum: Single-family sales roughly doubled from February's low to June across Glenmore's MLS sub-zones (Glenmore core, North Glenmore, and Wilden).
• Glenmore core: Benchmark price held in the $945K–$981K range.
• North Glenmore: Benchmark price held in the $927K–$962K range.
• Wilden (Highlands): Benchmark price held in the $1.30M–$1.38M range.

Rising sales alongside stable pricing is a good sign for a neighbourhood, and it tracks with the wave of 2026 municipal investment covered above. *

Looking in Glenmore?

• 258 Summer Wood Drive — $2,799,000 · Wilden · 6 bed, 5 bath, 4,739 sq. ft. Open House Sunday, July 12, 1–3 PM.
• 1291 Mountainview Street — $1,999,900 · 9 bed, 7 bath, 4,993 sq. ft., with legal suite and income potential
• 157–163 Cariboo Road — $2,998,000 · North Glenmore land assembly, approx. 0.77 acres
• 187–193 Cariboo Road — $2,998,000 · North Glenmore land assembly, approx. 0.7+ acres

Thinking about buying or selling in Glenmore? I'd love to help you find the right fit within the neighbourhood, or figure out the right time to list. Reach out anytime at info@kararosart.com or (250)863-1274.