Livingston Community Profile
Livingston is a rapidly expanding master-planned community in north Calgary (Ward 2), developed primarily by Brookfield Residential and Mattamy Homes. Since development began around 2017-2018, Livingston has grown from just 838 dwellings in 2019 to an estimated 5,000-7,000 homes, making it one of Calgary’s fastest-growing communities.
Livingston ranks third in Calgary for secondary suite registrations with 992+ suites, reflecting strong investor and homeowner interest. The community is home to young, diverse families drawn by affordable entry prices and proximity to the future North Pointe transit station. Based on current CREB data, detached homes range from $420K to $600K, with strong rental demand driving legal suite ROI in the area.
Why Livingston (Lucas area) Homeowners Choose OAF
Livingston (Lucas area) is one of Calgary’s most dynamic neighbourhoods for basement development. With homes built in 2017, the typical Livingston (Lucas area) property has an average of 1,150-1,380 sq ft of unfinished basement space-perfect for lifestyle renovations, legal suites, or recreational spaces.
- Matched expectations: Livingston (Lucas area)‘s mix of brand new (2015+) 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 Livingston (Lucas area) and surrounding areas.
Services Available in Livingston (Lucas area)
Lifestyle Basement Development
Create the recreation space you’ve always wanted-home theatre, fitness area, wet bar, or family lounge. Typical cost: $50,000-$87,000.
Legal Secondary Suite
Earn rental income while adding value. Livingston (Lucas area) 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.
Livingston (Lucas area): Neighbourhood Considerations
Livingston (Lucas area) basements sit on clay loam, good compaction. 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
Proximity to north Calgary expansion means planning changes; coordinate early
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 Livingston (Lucas area):
Contact us for a free in-home consultation in Livingston (Lucas area).