Altadore Community Profile
Altadore is one of Calgary’s trendiest inner-city communities, located in Ward 8 near the popular Marda Loop shopping district. Established in 1911, the neighbourhood has evolved into a mix of approximately 3,500+ homes including renovated character homes and luxury infills.
Altadore’s proximity to Marda Loop, River Park, and downtown drives premium property values. Over 180 secondary suites are registered according to City of Calgary data. Based on current MLS data, homes range from $700K to $1.8M, with strong demand for both lifestyle basements and legal suites generating $1,600-$2,300 per month.
Why Altadore Homeowners Choose OAF
Altadore is one of Calgary’s most dynamic neighbourhoods for basement development. With homes built in 2018, the typical Altadore property has an average of 900-1,500 sq ft of unfinished basement space-perfect for lifestyle renovations, legal suites, or recreational spaces.
- Matched expectations: Altadore’s mix of mixed character and luxury infill (1911-present) 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 Altadore and surrounding areas.
Services Available in Altadore
Lifestyle Basement Development
Create the recreation space you’ve always wanted-home theatre, fitness area, wet bar, or family lounge. Typical cost: $60,000-$120,000.
Legal Secondary Suite
Earn rental income while adding value. Altadore 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.
Altadore: Neighbourhood Considerations
Altadore basements sit on clay, mature inner-city southwest conditions. 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
New area; some utility expansion ongoing
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 Altadore:
Contact us for a free in-home consultation in Altadore.