{"id":2134,"date":"2025-12-30T21:58:46","date_gmt":"2025-12-31T04:58:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/calgaryreihub.com\/?p=2134"},"modified":"2025-12-30T22:00:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T05:00:02","slug":"are-backyard-suites-in-calgary-actually-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/calgaryreihub.com\/fr\/are-backyard-suites-in-calgary-actually-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Backyard Suites in Calgary Actually Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this video, Anthony Therrien-Bernard breaks down what to look for when buying a property with a backyard suite, or when you are considering building a backyard suite (also called a laneway home, coach home, garden suite, garage suite).<\/p>\n<p>Key takeaways<\/p>\n<p>Backyard suites can boost cash flow and privacy, great for family too<br \/>\nNew builds often cost $200k to $300k+ once utilities are included<br \/>\nInsurance can be tricky; some insurers require separate policies<br \/>\nElectrical and gas service upgrades can be a major hidden cost<br \/>\nParking rules matter, usability matters even more<br \/>\nLegalizing an illegal backyard suite is not the same as legalizing a basement suite<\/p>\n<p>## \ud83d\udd25 Important Links &amp; Resources  <\/p>\n<p>## \ud83d\udd17 Want to invest in Calgary? 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