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Rossland

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Max Loan To Value:
65%
Details
2021 Population
4,140
11.0% growth
Tim Hortons?
1 location
Nearest Costco
299 km away
Local Hospital Access
14 min drive away
Median Household Income
$96,000
Land Area
59.72 Km²
69.3 people/km²
Employment Rate
61.3%
Avg Commute
18 min

Rossland proves that gravity works both ways — what goes down the mountain often comes back up as property values. This former gold rush town transformed itself into one of BC’s premier recreation destinations, where Red Mountain Resort draws skiers from across North America and mountain bikers tackle trails that hosted World Cup competitions.

The numbers tell a story of educated affluence: over half the population holds bachelor’s degrees, median household income sits at $96,000, and 85% have post-secondary education. That’s the kind of demographic profile that keeps mortgage payments current and property values stable. Single-detached homes dominate at 77% of the housing stock, creating the equity cushion that makes lending here sensible.

Rossland’s secret weapon isn’t just the powder snow or the legendary mountain biking trails — it’s the lifestyle arbitrage. You can own a home minutes from world-class recreation for a fraction of what similar access costs in Whistler or Sun Peaks. Retirees and vacation home buyers figured this out years ago, creating a resilient demand base that doesn’t evaporate when economic winds shift.

The town’s 11% population growth since 2016 reflects this appeal, while the warming climate trend (improving a full hardiness zone in recent decades) extends the outdoor season and makes year-round living more attractive. Healthcare and education anchor the local economy, providing stability that pure resort towns often lack.

For mortgage brokers, Rossland represents an opportunity where recreation meets reality. Properties here hold value because people genuinely want to live in a place where the commute to work might involve dodging mountain bikers and the biggest traffic jam happens when the ski hill lets out. Our maximum 65% LTV reflects confidence in a market driven by lifestyle choices rather than speculation — the kind of borrowers who choose Rossland aren’t looking for quick flips, they’re building lives around world-class recreation and small-town community.

2021 Population
4,140
11.0% growth
Median Age
40
Tim Hortons Per 1000 People
0.24 (1 location)
Driving Distance to
the Nearest Costco
3 hours 30 minutes
Driving Time to
Local Hospital
14 minutes
Median Household Income
$96,000
Land Area
59.72 Km²
69.3 people/km²
Employment Rate
61.3%
Avg Commute
18 min
Restaurants
25 restaurants 6.04 per 1000 people

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