Toronto Garden Suite Prices for 2026
Every service we offer, with typical Toronto price ranges in CAD before HST. Your fixed price is set in writing after the feasibility report.
What Does Each Garden Suite Service Cost in Toronto?
Turnkey ranges include design, permits, utility connections, construction and occupancy. Service-only items such as feasibility, design and permits are credited forward when you build with us.
Core Build
| Service | Typical price (CAD) | Priced | Timeline |
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| Detached Garden Suite Construction | $180K - $340K | per turnkey suite (CAD) | 4-7 months; construction 10-16 weeks |
| Prefab Garden Suite Installation | $140K - $240K | per installed suite (CAD) | About 10 weeks on site |
| Garage Conversion Garden Suite | $120K - $220K | per conversion (CAD) | 3-5 months |
| Custom Garden Suite Architectural Design | $8.5K - $18K | per design package (CAD) | 4-8 weeks |
| Attached Garden Suite Construction | $160K - $280K | per attached suite (CAD) | 4-6 months |
Laneway
| Service | Typical price (CAD) | Priced | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laneway House | $200K - $380K | per turnkey laneway house (CAD) | 5-8 months |
Buyer-Purpose
| Service | Typical price (CAD) | Priced | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Suite for Rental Income | $220K - $360K | per rental suite (CAD) | 4-7 months |
| Garden Suite for Multigenerational Family | $200K - $340K | per family suite (CAD) | 4-7 months |
Permits + Compliance
| Service | Typical price (CAD) | Priced | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Suite Permit Application | $4.5K - $8.5K | per permit package (CAD) | 12-14 weeks average |
| Garden Suite Bylaw Compliance | $1.5K - $3.5K | per zoning review (CAD) | 1-2 weeks |
| Garden Suite Site Evaluation | $1.2K - $2.8K | per feasibility report (CAD) | About 2 weeks |
Cost
| Service | Typical price (CAD) | Priced | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Suite Cost Estimation | Free consult | free consult; feasibility $1,200-$2,800 | Quote within 2 weeks of feasibility |
How Payments Work on a Fixed-Price Contract
Zero deposit on feasibility. 10% at contract, then 5 draws: permit, foundation, framing, finishes, occupancy. No change orders without written approval.
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Feasibility
Zero deposit
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Contract
10%
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Draw 1
Permit issued
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Draw 2
Foundation
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Draw 3
Framing
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Draw 4
Finishes
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Draw 5
Occupancy
- Prices in CAD, before HST
- Development charges waived for ARUs under Bill 23
- Accepted: e-transfer, cheque, bank draft
Garden Suite Pricing FAQs
Costs, payments and what is included.
How much does a garden suite cost in Toronto in 2026?
Full-build turnkey garden suite in Toronto runs $220,000 to $380,000 for a 60 sqm detached unit, including design, permits, construction and delivery. Smaller 40 sqm suites run $160,000 to $240,000. Prefab-hybrid saves $20,000 to $40,000 vs site-built. Written feasibility report issued before any contract.
How do payments work on a garden suite contract?
Zero deposit on the feasibility report, 10% at contract, then 5 staged draws at permit, foundation, framing, finishes and occupancy. No change orders without your written approval.
Are your prices fixed or estimates?
The ranges on this page are typical Toronto prices for planning. After your feasibility report, you get a written fixed-price quote for your lot. Once signed, the price only changes if you approve a change in writing.
What is not included in a turnkey price?
HST, City building permit fees and any Committee of Adjustment fees are shown separately at cost. Landscaping beyond restoration around the suite, furniture and appliances above the standard package are optional extras, priced before contract.
Do I pay development charges?
No. Development charges are waived for additional residential units such as garden suites and laneway suites under provincial Bill 23.
Why is a laneway house priced higher at the low end?
Laneway servicing often means longer trenches, sometimes a new Toronto Hydro service, and more lane-side logistics. That pushes the starting price to about $200,000.
Still have a question about your lot?
Send us the address and lot width. We will tell you what applies before you pay for anything.
Turn These Ranges Into a Fixed Price for Your Lot
Send us your address and lot width. You get a written feasibility report with eligibility, envelope, utilities and a budget range, then a fixed-price quote.
- Zero deposit on feasibility
- Fixed-price contract
- No change orders without written approval