01 / BUY NEW
Find a new-construction home
Browse completed, quick-possession or under-construction homes listed for sale. Compare location, included finishes, lot details, final price and occupancy timing.
BROWSE NEW HOMES ↓NEW BUILDS · CALGARY & SURROUNDING AREAS
NEW HOMES.
MORE POSSIBILITIES.
Find a newly built home — or plan a home built around you.
Browse new-construction homes already on the market, or explore buying a lot and working with a builder. Understand the full costs and decisions before you commit.
MOE’S TAKENew construction can mean a ready home, a planned build or a custom project. The right advice depends on which route you choose.
TWO WAYS TO GO NEW
Buy one that's ready. Or build one that's yours.
Both can lead to a new home. The inventory, financing, timeline and risks are different.
02 / BUILD YOUR OWN
Find land. Choose a builder.
Start with a suitable lot, then compare builders, plans and specifications — or explore a more customized project. Confirm land servicing, approvals, build costs and financing before committing.
PLAN A LAND & BUILDER SEARCH ↗Browse MLS listings and filter for land ↗Land availability, zoning, servicing and buildability must be verified independently; this opens general MLS search, not a prefiltered land search.
A separate land purchase or custom construction requires a different budget and lending analysis than buying a new home from a builder at a quoted price.
WHAT THE ADVERTISED PRICE DOESN’T TELL YOU
The home is new. The details still matter.
A well-chosen new build can make sense. But the advertised starting price rarely tells the complete story — and the most important choices may happen before construction starts.
The lot is permanent.
Road exposure, sunlight, future development, grading, drainage and lot premiums can affect enjoyment and resale.
Not every upgrade adds equal value.
Prioritize structural choices and hard-to-change rough-ins; compare cosmetic upgrade pricing before ordering.
The contract matters as much as the model.
Understand deposits, inclusions, possible price changes, delays, deficiency procedures and remedies with your lawyer.
WHO IS ON YOUR SIDE?
The showhome has a sales team.
Who represents you?
Builder sales staff can be knowledgeable and helpful. But their job is to sell the builder's properties. They may be employees, not licensed REALTORS®, or licensed professionals acting for the builder. Neither should be assumed to represent your interests.
AT THE SHOWHOME
Builder's representative
Explains the builder's plans, lots, options, prices, timelines and promotions. Works on the builder's side of the transaction.
ON YOUR SIDE
Your own Realtor®
Compares builders and resale alternatives, checks lot and upgrade value, helps negotiate terms, identifies questions for your lawyer and follows your interests through to possession.
Before your first showhome visit
Tell me which builders or communities interest you. Some builders require your agent to be registered or accompany you at the first visit. If you've already visited, we can ask what is still possible.
Does representation cost extra?
Many builders offer compensation to cooperating agents, but not all. Registration rules, compensation and any amount payable by a buyer must be confirmed in writing. Never assume the builder will reduce its price if you go alone.
Alberta guidance: Purchasing a new home · RECA on builder representation
Interactive cost check
What could the builder’s “from” price really mean?
For a new home priced by a builder: add the lot premium, upgrades, GST assumptions and closing costs. Buying land separately or arranging a custom construction loan needs a different estimate.
Enter prices on a consistent tax basis. GST and rebates in actual builder agreements can be treated differently, including assignment of rebates to the builder. Verify the written contract, eligible rebate amount, and whether upgrades and extras are taxable. Closing/setup costs are outside the GST calculation here.
Illustrative total
$671,750
Builder price + lot + upgrades$635,000
Estimated added GST$31,750
Illustrative first-time buyer rebate$0
Other estimated closing / setup$5,000
This estimate assumes GST is additional, and no rebate has been applied.
Explore mortgage paymentsFrom purchase price to monthly payment
What would the numbers look like every month?
The estimate below uses your projected new-build cost. Adjust the down payment and rate. This is an illustrative payment—not a lender quote or pre-approval.
Editable example, not a live rate. Check published rates on the Mortgage Tools page.
Example: property tax, insurance, utilities and condo fees. Excludes maintenance.
Estimated mortgage payment / month
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Down payment—
Estimated mortgage principal—
Insurance premium estimate—
Mortgage + other monthly costs—
Find what's available
Explore new homes already on the market.
Explore MLS-listed new-construction homes using my existing Calgary-area search, with the new-build filter already selected. Compare properties by community, price and possession details. Builder-direct homes may not appear, so confirm availability separately.
Browse new-build homes ↗What to compare beyond asking price
01 Finished area and basement status
02 Lot size, orientation and future surroundings
03 Actual included upgrades and appliances
04 GST / rebate treatment and contract timing
05 Comparable resale homes nearby
Choose the right path
Three ways to buy a builder-offered home.
Pre-construction
Choose a lot and floor plan early, with potential to personalize finishes. Expect uncertainty around timelines, selections and final costs.
Ask: What can change after I sign?Under construction
Some choices may be locked in, but you can often see progress and get a more concrete possession estimate.
Ask: Which finishes and inclusions are already fixed?Quick possession
See the actual home sooner and compare a more complete product, although available models, lots and upgrades may be limited.
Ask: What's included in this specific home?Your new-build decision path
Six checkpoints before the keys.
A good process protects your options early and reduces unpleasant surprises near possession.
01
Set a complete budget
Include GST treatment, lot premium, upgrades, closing costs, landscaping and temporary housing costs if possession moves.
02
Compare communities and lots
Check commute, future roads and neighbouring parcels, yard usability, sun direction, construction phases and comparable resale values.
03
Compare builder specifications
Request the actual standards sheet, drawings and exclusions. Photograph and document anything important from the showhome.
04
Review agreement and deposits
Have a qualified lawyer review the builder contract. Confirm conditions, amendment rules, deposit safeguards, delay clauses and GST wording.
05
Track milestones and inspections
Revisit financing and rate-hold expiry; arrange independent inspections when permitted; preserve written change orders and deficiency records.
06
Verify before possession
Check final specifications, occupancy, holdbacks where applicable, warranty provider, coverage start dates and deficiency follow-up.
Alberta protection
Know what your new-home warranty actually covers.
Alberta's minimum mandatory coverage follows a 1 / 2 / 5 / 10-year structure. Terms, limits, exclusions and claim procedures should be confirmed against the registered policy.
1Year
Labour and materials
2Years
Delivery and distribution systems
5Years
Building envelope
10Years
Major structural components
Source: Government of Alberta — New home warranty. Exceptions can apply, including certain authorized owner-builders. Verify your builder and specific home in Alberta's public registries.
Questions worth asking
Before you put down a deposit.
These are the conversations that can change a new-build decision — not just the finish selections.
Is GST included in the advertised price?
Have the builder show the exact written GST and rebate calculation. In Alberta, new housing is generally subject to 5% GST. Eligible first-time buyers may qualify for a separate federal rebate, but qualifying conditions and how it is handled at closing must be confirmed.
Does the first-time buyer GST rebate apply?
The federal first-time buyer GST/HST rebate can recover up to $50,000 for qualifying new homes at or below $1 million; it phases out between $1 million and $1.5 million. Eligibility includes first-time-buyer status, occupancy and purchase/construction timing requirements. Confirm with CRA or a qualified tax adviser before making decisions.
Can the possession date change?
Yes. Builder contracts may allow delays or extensions. Read the notice provisions and remedies carefully, and plan for mortgage approval or rate holds expiring before possession.
What if I'm buying a new condominium?
Alberta law provides specific disclosure and a 10-day rescission right for qualifying new condominium purchases. Ask your lawyer to verify the applicable deadlines and documents. Also review proposed condo fees, unit factors and common-property warranty commencement.
Should I visit showhomes before speaking to a Realtor®?
If you want independent representation, contact your agent before your first registration or visit. Some builders have strict first-visit registration policies. Commission and representation arrangements are builder- and project-specific and should be confirmed in writing.
Which extras should I budget for?
Depending on the contract: lot premiums, basement development, appliances, garage completion, decks, landscaping, window coverings, fencing, utility hookups, HOA charges, legal expenses and property-tax adjustments. Some may already be included; check the actual specification sheet.
Do showhome sales staff represent buyers?
Not automatically. They may be employees of the builder or licensed professionals representing the builder. Ask who they represent. A buyer can choose independent representation, and terms should be clear before proceeding.
Can I use a Realtor® to buy land and work with a builder?
Yes. A Realtor® can help evaluate land, comparable values and transaction terms, and coordinate next steps with your builder, lender and lawyer. Lot servicing, permits, architectural requirements and construction financing need separate professional review.
Moe Jarrah · CENTURY 21 Bravo Realty
Buying new or planning to build?
Send me the listing, lot or builder you are considering. We can compare the alternatives, real costs and terms before you register at a showhome or sign an agreement.
Start with a buying plan MESSAGE MOEInformation is educational, not legal, lending or tax advice. No builder-specific inventory, incentives or pricing are presented as live. References: Alberta warranty requirements · builder / property registry · CRA first-time home buyers' GST/HST rebate.
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moejarrah@gmail.com
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