Airdrie Community Profile
Airdrie is a separate city just 15 km north of Calgary, incorporated as a town in 1909 and achieving city status in 1985. With a population of approximately 85,806 and over 31,279 dwellings, Airdrie is among Alberta’s fastest-growing cities.
Airdrie has permitted secondary suites since 2018 and suite activity is growing rapidly. With 20.7% of dwellings renter-occupied according to 2021 Census data, the city offers strong rental demand as an affordable alternative to Calgary. The December 2025 CREB benchmark was $511,200, with detached homes averaging around $599,900. The median age of 35 and average household size of 2.8 reflect a young family demographic.
Why Airdrie Homeowners Choose OAF
Airdrie is one of the Calgary region’s most dynamic markets for basement development. As a separate city just north of Calgary, Airdrie offers growing demand and newer construction ideal for development. With homes built in 2014, the typical Airdrie property has an average of 1,100-1,350 sq ft of unfinished basement space-perfect for lifestyle renovations, legal suites, or recreational spaces.
- Matched expectations: Airdrie’s mix of newer (2012-2020) means we’ve worked with similar home layouts and can set accurate timelines and budgets.
- Fixed-Price agreements: No surprises. We walk your space, set clear expectations, and deliver.
- Community relationships: We work with trusted trades in Airdrie and surrounding areas.
Services Available in Airdrie
Lifestyle Basement Development
Create the recreation space you’ve always wanted-home theatre, fitness area, wet bar, or family lounge. Typical cost: $45,000-$82,000.
Legal Secondary Suite
Earn rental income while adding value. Airdrie zoning permits secondary suites. We handle everything from design to permitting.
Garage Development
Whether new construction or renovation, we build garages that last. Protect your vehicles and add value to your home.
Airdrie: Local Considerations
Airdrie basements sit on clay and till mix. This soil type generally excavates cleanly and compacts well, but site-specific surveys are always recommended to identify rock, water tables, or utilities.
Common Challenges
Distance from Calgary; contractor availability variable
Contact OAF early in your ownership or before purchasing. We can assess your property, set budgets, and coordinate with City of Calgary before permitting begins.
Basement development costs vary based on scope. Here’s what to expect in Airdrie:
Contact us for a free in-home consultation in Airdrie.