Overview
Livingston East Commercial is emerging as one of Calgary's most significant new commercial nodes, anchored by the Livingston Hub and surrounded by one of the largest master-planned residential developments in Calgary's history. Located north of Country Hills Boulevard along the future Stoney Trail extension, it occupies a strategic position in the city's growth corridor.
Commercial development is closely tied to the pace of residential build-out, which has been among the fastest in Calgary over the past three years. The submarket is attracting medical, dental, childcare, and service retail operators eager to establish brand presence in a growing community.
Key Commercial Corridors
Livingston Drive NE forms the primary commercial spine within the community, connecting to Country Hills Boulevard NE for arterial access. The commercial district near the Livingston Hub is the primary focus of early commercial leasing activity.
Future commercial nodes are planned at key collector intersections within the community, providing walkable retail within a short distance of most residential parcels.
Office Space
New-build professional and medical suites; 400-3,000 SF; purpose-built for medical/dental and professional services.
Retail & Mixed-Use
Community plazas; grocery anchor in planning; service retail, personal care, and QSR bays; co-tenancy forming.
Industrial & Flex
No industrial within Livingston; northeast industrial parks via Country Hills Blvd within 10-15 min.
Investment & Land
Commercial land investment; NNN plaza development; early-entry cap rates 6.2-7.0%; strong projected rent growth.
Investment Drivers
Livingston East Commercial is one of the most compelling early-stage commercial investment opportunities in Calgary. The community's residential scale - projected 26,000+ residents at build-out - will support multiple commercial nodes, and first-mover positions will benefit from the full absorption cycle.
The City of Calgary's northeast area structure plans call for substantial commercial development in the Livingston area, with dedicated employment lands adjacent providing a mixed-use demand base beyond pure neighbourhood retail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What commercial property types are available in Livingston East Commercial?
Livingston East Commercial offers new-build retail bays, professional and medical office suites, QSR pad sites, and commercial development land. Industrial product is available in nearby northeast business parks.
What are current lease rates in Livingston East Commercial?
Retail in new builds is achieving $30-36/SF net, office $23-27/SF net. The market is early-stage; tenants willing to commit to long-term leases are securing advantageous terms.
How does Livingston East Commercial compare to other Calgary submarkets?
Livingston East is newer and less mature than Saddleridge or Taradale but offers greater upside given the scale of residential growth underway. It will evolve into a major northeast commercial node over the next decade.
Is Livingston East Commercial a good area for retail investment?
Yes - Livingston's demographics skew toward high-income households, and the lack of competing retail within the community makes first-mover retail positions very attractive.
What industrial space is available near Livingston East Commercial?
The nearest industrial product is in the northeast employment lands along Country Hills Boulevard and Stoney Trail, offering a full range of flex and bay industrial options.
How do I find a commercial broker for Livingston East Commercial properties?
Canada's Home Commercial covers the Livingston trade area with dedicated northeast brokers. Contact us for current availability in new-build commercial and land investment opportunities.