Martindale Community Profile
Martindale is a well-established northeast Calgary community in Ward 5, developed starting in 1999. Despite being smaller than some neighbouring communities at approximately 3,500 homes, Martindale punches above its weight in secondary suite development.
With over 680 registered secondary suites according to City of Calgary data, Martindale has one of the highest suite-to-home ratios in the city. Affordable pricing from $380K to $530K based on current MLS data combined with strong rental demand makes this community excellent for investors. Legal suites typically generate $1,100-$1,600 per month.
Why Martindale Homeowners Choose OAF
Martindale is one of Calgary’s most dynamic neighbourhoods for basement development. With homes built in 2018, the typical Martindale property has an average of 950-1,200 sq ft of unfinished basement space-perfect for lifestyle renovations, legal suites, or recreational spaces.
- Matched expectations: Martindale’s mix of established (1999+) 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 Martindale and surrounding areas.
Services Available in Martindale
Lifestyle Basement Development
Create the recreation space you’ve always wanted-home theatre, fitness area, wet bar, or family lounge. Typical cost: $42,000-$78,000.
Legal Secondary Suite
Earn rental income while adding value. Martindale 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.
Martindale: Neighbourhood Considerations
Martindale basements sit on clay, standard northeast Calgary profile. 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 Martindale:
Contact us for a free in-home consultation in Martindale.