Fernie · Sparwood · Cranbrook · Lake Koocanusa · The Elk Valley

Your Mountain Life
Starts Here

25+ years guiding lifestyle buyers and sellers across 9 communities — from riverfront lots in Fernie to Lake Koocanusa, Jaffray, and the South Country. Honest advice from someone who lives it every day.

25+
Years in the Valley
9
Communities Served
100%
Local Knowledge

Current
Opportunities

Riverfront building lots in Fernie's Riverside community, plus a rare 300+ acre ranch near Elko — updated directly from the MLS.

Marcer Ranch, Elko BC
Featured
$3,999,999
Marcer Ranch · 5130 Kikomun-Newgate Rd, Elko
317 Acres
2 Homes
Creek Access
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11 Rivermount Place, Fernie
New Listing
$295,000
11 Rivermount Place · Riverside, Fernie
3,502 sqft Lot
Residential
Zoned RS
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13 Rivermount Place, Fernie
Corner Lot
$295,000
13 Rivermount Place · Riverside, Fernie
3,666 sqft Lot
Residential
Zoned RS
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15 Rivermount Place, Fernie
Mountain Views
$295,000
15 Rivermount Place · Riverside, Fernie
3,619 sqft Lot
Residential
Zoned RS
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1403 Riverside Way, Fernie
Largest Lot
$349,000
1403 Riverside Way · Riverside, Fernie
5,197 sqft Lot
Residential
Zoned RS
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Areas Craig Serves

Stretching roughly 100km through southeastern BC along the Elk River — from the Alberta border through Sparwood and Elkford to Fernie, with Cranbrook anchoring the broader Kootenay region.

Fernie Population ~5,500 · Base of the Canadian Rockies

Riverside

Riverfront neighbourhood close to the mountain biking trail network and Fernie Alpine Resort.

Montane

Modern master-planned community with panoramic mountain views and newer construction.

The Cedars

Established family-friendly neighbourhood with mature trees and proximity to schools and parks.

Mt. Fernie Estates

Prestigious neighbourhood known for large lots, custom homes, and mountain views.

Timberlanding

Forested neighbourhood balancing privacy with convenient access to town.

Currie Creek

Growing community offering newer homes and opportunities for long-term appreciation.

Polar Peaks

Mountain-focused neighbourhood near Fernie Alpine Resort, popular with outdoor enthusiasts.

Sparwood Elk Valley · Family & Value

Whiskey Jack

Popular family-oriented neighbourhood offering strong value and mountain views.

Westwood Heights

Elevated residential area with scenic views and growth potential.

Cranbrook Kootenay Hub

Shadow Mountain

One of Cranbrook's most desirable residential communities — quality homes, generous lots, and long-term value.

Craig Bell, REALTOR with RE/MAX Elk Valley Realty
25+
Years Experience

Craig Bell

REALTOR® · RE/MAX Elk Valley Realty

Craig Bell has spent more than 25 years doing what most people only dream about — building a career in one of the most spectacular corners of Canada. As a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Elk Valley Realty in Fernie, BC, Craig specializes in the East and West Kootenay region, bringing deep local knowledge, honest advice, and a genuine passion for the mountain lifestyle to every transaction.

Craig isn't just selling real estate — he's introducing people to a way of life. His clients are primarily lifestyle buyers from Alberta, many of whom have vacationed in Fernie for years before deciding to make the leap and plant roots here. Craig understands that decision better than anyone. He lives it every day.

With over two decades of experience across Fernie, Sparwood, Cranbrook, and the broader Kootenay region, Craig brings an insider's perspective that goes far beyond MLS listings. Operating through Craig Bell Personal Real Estate Corp and backed by the strength of the RE/MAX brand — straightforward, informed, and always in your corner.

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LocalLives the Lifestyle

The Fernie
Lifestyle

Fernie Alpine Resort sits minutes from town with over 2,500 acres of skiable terrain and legendary snowfall. Summers bring mountain biking, kayaking, fly fishing, golf, and hiking — with a vibrant downtown of independent restaurants, breweries, and boutique shops year-round.

Alpine vista at dusk over the Elk Valley
The Canadian Rockies, Right Outside
Skier in deep powder near Fernie
2,500+ Acres of Skiable Terrain
Fly fishing the Elk River
World-Class Fly Fishing
Mountain biking the trails above Fernie
Mountain Biking
Riverside neighbourhood in Fernie
Hiking

From
Alberta
to Home

Most of Craig's clients vacationed in Fernie for years before making the move. Here's what they say about getting there.



5.0
★★★★★
CLIENT RATING
RE/MAX ELK VALLEY
★★★★★
We'd been coming to Fernie for ski trips for almost a decade before we finally decided to buy. Craig understood exactly what we were looking for and never made us feel rushed — even though we asked a hundred questions.
D
Dave & Lauren M.
Riverside, Fernie · Relocated from Calgary
★★★★★
Craig's knowledge of the Elk Valley is unmatched. He knew which lots had the best sun exposure and river access before we even asked. It felt like having a local friend in your corner, not just an agent.
S
Sarah T.
Montane, Fernie · Relocated from Lethbridge
★★★★★
Buying acreage near Cranbrook felt overwhelming until we met Craig. He was straightforward about every pro and con, no sales pitch — just honest advice from someone who genuinely loves this region.
R
Robert & Janice K.
Shadow Mountain, Cranbrook

Find Your
Mountain Home

Tell Craig a bit about what you're looking for and he'll personally follow up — often with listings that haven't hit your search yet.

Craig (or his team) will personally follow up by email or phone — usually within one business day.

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