Redstone Community Profile
Redstone is a growing northeast Calgary community in Ward 5, with development beginning around 2013–2014. The community has expanded significantly from 1,828 dwellings in the 2019 census to an estimated 4,000–5,000 homes today, with a population exceeding 12,000 residents. Redstone forms part of the NE growth corridor alongside Cornerstone and Cityscape, connected to the rest of Calgary via Stoney Trail and Country Hills Boulevard.
Homes in Redstone are predominantly built between 2013 and 2019 by builders including Jayman, Innovations by Jayman, and Shane Homes. Basement footprints range from 1,050–1,300 sq ft with unfinished ceiling heights of 9–9.5 ft — significantly better than older NE communities for legal suite livability. Detached homes range from $400,000–$560,000 per current CREB data, making suite income an especially compelling mortgage offset for new-ish homeowners.
Redstone’s multicultural, diverse population creates a high-demand rental environment. Airport workers, healthcare professionals from the Peter Lougheed Centre, and skilled tradespeople in the NE industrial corridor all actively seek rental units near Stoney Trail access — and Redstone delivers on every one of these factors.
Legal Suite ROI in Redstone
- Suite construction cost: $58,000–$72,000 (OAF fixed-price, permit-included)
- Estimated monthly rental income: $1,200–$1,600/mo
- SSIP grant (if eligible): up to $10,000 cash back from the City of Calgary
- Typical payback period: 4.5–5.5 years
- Added property value: $55,000–$80,000 (based on Calgary MLS comparables)
Why Redstone Homeowners Choose OAF
Fixed-price commitment. We inspect your space, review your builder’s floor plan, and provide a firm number that doesn’t change. No allowances to exceed, no escalation clauses.
Experience with 2013–2019 NE builds. We know the floor plans used by Redstone’s primary builders and can identify rough-in locations, load-bearing considerations, and mechanical placement before construction begins — which means fewer surprises and more accurate schedules.
Permit-complete delivery. Every project includes development, building, electrical, and plumbing permits submitted to the City of Calgary so your suite is fully legal from day one.
SSIP guidance. Redstone suites in primary residences qualify for SSIP; we prepare and submit the City application alongside your permit package to maximize your $10,000 grant.
Services Available in Redstone
Lifestyle Basement Development
With 9–9.5 ft of unfinished ceiling height and 1,050–1,300 sq ft of open space, Redstone basements work beautifully as home theatres, fitness rooms, kids’ play areas, and open-concept family rooms. We design around the builder’s mechanical placement to maximize usable square footage. Typical cost range: $50,000–$72,000 (fixed-price, permit-included)
Legal Secondary Suite
Redstone’s Stoney Trail access and NE employment proximity make it one of Calgary’s strongest markets for suite rentals — tenants find it easy to get anywhere in the city from here. We build fully compliant suites with separate entrances, full kitchens, bathrooms, egress windows, and in-suite laundry. Typical cost range: $58,000–$72,000 (fixed-price, permit-included)
Garage Development
Many Redstone homes include attached double garages with unfinished walls and uninsulated ceilings. We convert these to fully finished spaces — insulated, drywalled, painted, and properly wired — to complement a basement renovation and protect your vehicles through Calgary winters.
Redstone Construction Considerations
Soil and site: Redstone sits on clay loam typical of NE Calgary’s newer growth areas. The soil is predictable for excavation and compacts well, but drainage varies by lot position — corner lots and lower-lying lots receive extra drainage assessment in our pre-quote walkthrough.
Ceiling height: Homes built 2013–2019 in Redstone deliver 9–9.5 ft of unfinished ceiling height. After framing, insulation, and mechanical, finished ceiling height typically lands at 8.5–9 ft — excellent for suite livability and lifestyle development alike.
City of Calgary permits: Full permit packages in the NE typically take 6–10 weeks. We submit code-compliant drawings from the outset to prevent revision requests that delay your project start.
Common Challenges We Solve
- Rough-in not positioned for optimal suite layout: Builder rough-ins in Redstone homes are placed for convenience, not ideal suite design. We re-route plumbing to create a properly functional kitchen and bathroom layout without requiring structural changes.
- Insulation gaps at rim joists and foundation transitions: Newer construction in this climate zone sometimes has under-insulated rim joist areas that cause cold floors and energy loss; we address these during framing as standard practice.
- Separate entrance design on attached-garage lots: Many Redstone homes have minimal side yard setbacks, requiring thoughtful entrance placement that meets fire separation and egress requirements without disrupting the existing exterior.
Pricing Guide: Redstone Basement Development
| Scope | Typical Range | What’s Included |
|---|---|---|
| Lifestyle (1,000 sq ft) | $50,000–$62,000 | 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–$66,000 | Full suite, separate entrance, kitchen, bath, laundry, permits |
| Legal Suite (900+ sq ft) | $64,000–$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 — Redstone
Is Redstone zoned to allow legal secondary suites? Yes — the majority of detached homes in Redstone are built on R-G or R-1s zoning that permits secondary suites. We verify your specific lot zoning during the site walkthrough before any commitment is made.
How much rental income can I actually expect in Redstone? Well-finished legal suites in Redstone typically rent for $1,200–$1,600 per month. Airport proximity, Stoney Trail access, and NE employment density keep vacancy rates low in this community — tenants prioritize commute convenience, and Redstone delivers it.
Does it matter that my home is still relatively new (built 2016)? Not at all — in fact, a 2016 Redstone home is ideal for suite development. The 9 ft ceiling heights, modern mechanical systems, and builder rough-ins mean fewer surprises and a cleaner, faster build than older communities.
What is SSIP and will I qualify? The Secondary Suite Incentive Program (SSIP) provides up to $10,000 cash back from the City of Calgary when you build a legal suite in your primary residence. Most Redstone homeowners who live in the home qualify. We handle the application as part of every suite project.
How disruptive is the construction if I’m still living in the home? Construction is contained to the basement level. We establish a clear site boundary, maintain daily cleanup, and schedule noisy trades (demo, framing, mechanical rough-in) during daytime hours. Most families live comfortably upstairs throughout a typical 14–18 week suite build.