Belmont Community Profile
Belmont is a master-planned community developed by Mattamy Homes, with construction beginning around 2018–2019 along the South Macleod Trail corridor in the south Calgary growth zone. The community has grown to an estimated 1,200–2,500 dwellings, anchored by an extensive trail and park network and positioned for continued growth as surrounding infrastructure matures. Belmont’s location provides straightforward access to Macleod Trail’s commercial amenities, the Somerset-Bridlewood C-Train station (a short drive north), and the south ring road connections.
Detached homes in Belmont range from $420,000 to $600,000 on current CREB data, making it one of the more accessible entry points for new-construction Calgary homeownership. Because the community was built entirely in 2018 and later, Belmont’s basements are uniformly modern: 9–9.5 ft unfinished ceilings, plumbing rough-ins for future bathroom development, engineered lumber framing, and panel capacity to support a full suite load. The affordable price point relative to inner-city addresses drives meaningful rental demand — tenants seeking new construction quality at accessible rent levels.
Legal Suite ROI in Belmont
- Suite construction cost: $58,000–$72,000 (OAF fixed-price, permit-included)
- Estimated monthly rental income: $1,350–$1,800/mo
- SSIP grant (if eligible): up to $10,000 cash back from the City of Calgary
- Typical payback period: 4–6 years
- Added property value: $65,000–$95,000 (based on south Calgary new-build MLS comparables)
Why Belmont Homeowners Choose OAF
Fixed-price commitment. Mattamy’s Belmont homes share consistent specifications — we quote a firm number based on what we know about this building stock and deliver without change orders.
Experience with south Calgary new-build profiles. Belmont’s 2018+ homes are among the cleanest basements to develop: no heritage surprises, modern mechanical, consistent layout. We’ve priced dozens of similar Mattamy builds and know what to expect.
Permit-complete delivery. We manage the full City of Calgary permit package from application through final sign-off, including coordination of all required inspections.
SSIP guidance. Belmont primary-residence owners are SSIP-eligible. We prepare and submit your application to recover up to $10,000 toward your construction cost.
Services Available in Belmont
Lifestyle Basement Development
Belmont’s 9–9.5 ft unfinished ceilings deliver finished headroom that feels spacious and livable. We build rec rooms, home gyms, media spaces, and playrooms that make genuine use of the community’s clean, open basement footprints and modern framing. Typical cost range: $50,000–$72,000 (fixed-price, permit-included)
Legal Secondary Suite
Belmont’s price point attracts homeowners for whom a suite makes the purchase financially sustainable. A properly permitted, well-finished suite with separate entrance and modern amenities rents for $1,350–$1,800/month to tenants who want new-construction quality without inner-city rents. We build suites that are worth every dollar of rent you charge. Typical cost range: $58,000–$72,000 (fixed-price, permit-included)
Garage Development
Belmont’s Mattamy-built attached garages are standard builder-grade: uninsulated and unfinished. An insulation, drywall, and electrical package adds usable year-round space and meaningful resale appeal.
Belmont Construction Considerations
Soil and site: Belmont sits on clay loam typical of south Calgary growth-corridor communities, with well-compacted engineered fill under new foundations. We verify drainage and weeping tile condition before framing — new construction in clay soils can retain moisture in the first 1–2 years.
Ceiling height: Post-2018 Belmont homes carry 9–9.5 ft unfinished basement heights as standard, finishing to approximately 8.5 ft after mechanical, electrical, and drywall. Most include pre-installed rough-in plumbing for future bathroom development.
City of Calgary permits: Full permit packages process in 6–10 weeks. We submit complete packages at project start to avoid revision delays.
Common Challenges We Solve
- Moisture in new concrete and clay backfill: Foundations in Belmont’s newer phases can retain moisture for 12–24 months post-construction. We assess and install appropriate vapour membranes and drainage systems before any finishing work touches the floor.
- Rough-in placement for suite layout: Builder rough-ins are positioned generically. We assess alignment with your preferred suite layout during the pre-construction walk and relocate where needed within the project scope.
- Active community construction phases: Ongoing Belmont phase releases mean road and utility work can affect delivery schedules. We coordinate around active infrastructure work to keep your project on track.
Pricing Guide: Belmont Basement Development
| Scope | Typical Range | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Lifestyle (1,000 sq ft) | $50,000–$60,000 | Framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, electrical, HVAC, permits |
| Lifestyle (1,200+ sq ft) | $60,000–$72,000 | As above + wet bar or 3-piece bath |
| Legal Suite (800 sq ft) | $58,000–$65,000 | Full suite, separate entrance, kitchen, bath, laundry, permits |
| Legal Suite (900+ sq ft) | $65,000–$72,000 | As above + premium finishes |
All prices are fixed-price. The number in your quote is the number on your final invoice.
Frequently Asked Questions — Belmont
Is Belmont zoned for secondary suites? Yes. Belmont’s residential parcels are within City of Calgary land use districts that permit secondary suites in single-detached homes, subject to standard suite code requirements. We confirm your specific lot’s zoning at the initial consultation.
My Belmont home already has rough-in plumbing — does that lower the suite cost? It can. We assess the rough-in’s position relative to your preferred suite layout. Where the existing rough-in aligns well, it reduces plumbing labour meaningfully. Where it doesn’t, we relocate it within the project scope rather than designing an inconvenient suite around a drain in the wrong spot.
What rental income can I expect in Belmont? Current south Calgary rental listings for comparable new-build basement suites range from $1,350–$1,700/month for an 800–900 sq ft unit with separate entrance, in-suite laundry, and modern finishes. Proximity to Macleod Trail’s commercial amenities and south ring road access support the higher end.
Am I eligible for the SSIP grant? Yes, if Belmont is your primary residence and the suite meets Alberta Building Code standards. We prepare and submit the SSIP application as part of the project. The grant is up to $10,000 cash back from the City of Calgary.
How long does a legal suite build take in Belmont? From signed agreement to City final inspection: 14–18 weeks. Lifestyle developments: 8–12 weeks. We provide a firm schedule at signing that incorporates permit processing time so the timeline is reliable, not optimistic.