ADU Crew Ontario property strategy and build team. Experts in garden suite design, build, financing and tenant screening.

The Garden Suites

Turn Your Backyard Into Your Best Investment.

Whether you're creating a legal rental suite or a private home for family, a garden suite creates monthly rental income while increasing your property's long-term value.

Your Backyard Is Worth More Than You Think.

A Garden Suite (also called a laneway suite or coach house) is a fully detached, self-contained structure built on your existing lot. With its own entrance, utilities, and address, it offers complete privacy for tenants and the highest rental income potential of any suite type.

  • Maximum rental income

  • Independent family living

  • Long-term equity growth

  • Lasting property value

  • Complete privacy

Example of a fully self-contained, Ontario Building Code compliant garden suite with a private kitchen and living area.

Your Property’s Potential

Proven cash flow. Permanent equity. Start here.

Typical project timeline: 4–6 months from planning to rental income for a legal garden suite.
Estimated monthly rental income: $2,500-plus for a finished legal garden suite.
Typical permanent property value increase: $200,000-plus after a legal garden suite.
$0 upfront fees option before rental income is secured. Financing and grant programs may apply; eligibility required.

*Estimates only. Results vary by property, market conditions, and individual circumstance. All financing subject to eligibility.

Choose Your Income Path

Select the layout that fits your goals. From 1 bedroom studios to 3-bedroom suites, we provide the costs, rent projections, and ROI for every path.

From $199,000

The Garden Studio.

1 Bed | 1 Bath | 500 SQFT

⊞ View Floor Plan

A smart first step into rental income. This efficient detached one-bedroom home is designed to maximize cash flow, increase property value, and deliver long-term returns with a lower upfront investment.

*Estimated payments from $650/month.

From $289,000

The Coach House.

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 850 SQFT

⊞ View Floor Plan

Our most popular detached home balances comfort, privacy, and long-term value. Designed to attract quality tenants and generate strong monthly cash flow, it adds lasting value to your property.

*Estimated payments from $985/month.

From $419,000

The Garden Home.

3 Beds | 2 Bath | 1600 SQFT

⊞ View Floor Plan

More space. Greater flexibility. Stronger returns. This detached three-bedroom home attracts long-term tenants and families while delivering dependable rental income and long-term property value.

*Estimated payments from $1,550/month.

Three Signature
Design Collections

Explore our three signature design collections and choose the one that best reflects your style and the way you want your space to feel.

The Scandinavian

LIGHT • AIRY • MINIMAL

Light, airy Scandinavian rental suite interior with minimal modern finishes by ADU Crew

The Modern Farm

WARM • INVITING • TIMELESS

Warm and inviting modern farmhouse rental suite interior with timeless finishes by ADU Crew

The Contemporary

CLEAN • BOLD • REFINED

Clean and refined contemporary rental suite interior with bold modern finishes by ADU Crew

Three signature looks. Endless ways to make yours feel different.
Additional colours, finishes & materials are selected during your planning process.

We stack $0-upfront financing with up to $80,000 in government rebates to minimize your cash and get your suite earning fast.
Start your free property assessment to see what you qualify for.

*Program availability, funding, eligibility, and incentive amounts vary. We help you understand which opportunities may apply to your project.

Find Out If Your Backyard Qualifies.

Get your free Property Assessment and discover whether your backyard is suited for a legal garden suite before making any investment decisions.

  • Recommended Suite Options

  • Estimated Project Costs

  • Rental Income Potential

  • Financing Opportunities

*Free. No obligation. Personalized for your property.

Property Spotlight

From Backyard to $2,950/Month.

Investment
$330,000

Timeline
157 Days

Annual Income
$35,400

Value Add
$375,000

Completed white garden suite with a black metal roof, landscaped yard and walkway in Ontario
Open-concept garden suite with a bright kitchen, island, light oak flooring and furnished living area in Ontario
Landscaped side-yard patio beside a white garden suite with outdoor seating and a privacy fence in Ontario
Modern garden suite bathroom with a light oak vanity, glass shower and matte-black fixtures in Ontario

*Representative project. Figures reflect a completed Milton-area garden suite; results vary by property and market.

*Get clear answers about your property’s potential, suite options, financing, and next steps with zero pressure.

Questions We Get Asked

Every property is different. If you're unsure about feasibility, costs, timelines, or the approval process, we'll walk you through every step.

Office & Design Studio

Monday - Friday | 10am - 5pm
By Appointment
Suite 2 - 16 Barrel Yards Blvd, Waterloo, Ontario
+1(519) 900–5801
[email protected]

Serving Southern Ontario

Waterloo | Kitchener
Guelph | Cambridge
Oakville | Burlington | Milton
Hamilton | St. Catharines
Brantford | Woodstock
London | Stratford

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Mortgage services are provided through Expert Mortgage, a licensed mortgage brokerage in Ontario (Lic. #12079).
Real estate services are provided through Condo Culture Brokerage, a licensed real estate brokerage in Ontario.
Construction services are provided by ADU Crew Inc., an HCRA-licensed builder and Tarion-registered home builder in Ontario (Lic. #B6119).