How Matt Turned His Backyard Into a $2,400/Month Rental — A Coach Home Success Story
🏡 How Matt Turned His Backyard Into a $2,400/Month Rental
Real Case Study: A 3-Bed, 2-Bath Coach Home Success in Ottawa
When Matt first looked at the empty space behind his Ottawa home, he saw potential—but didn’t know where to start. Today, that same space houses a fully rented 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom coach home that brings in $2,400/month in passive income.
Here’s exactly how Matt made it happen—and how you are able to do the same.
✅ The Challenge: Big Backyard, Bigger Opportunity
Like many homeowners in Ottawa, Matt wanted to make better use of his land without compromising his privacy. He also wanted to build something that would offer long-term rental income, without going through the hassle of buying a second property.
After an initial consultation with our team, we discovered his lot was eligible for a detached coach home under current city zoning regulations.
🛠️ The Plan: Design + Build a Legal Income Suite
We guided Matt through a full end-to-end process, including:
Property review and zoning compliance
Designing an 875 sq ft coach home with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms
Obtaining surveys, permits and approvals from the City of Ottawa
Coordinating trenchless water/sewer connections to avoid disrupting existing landscaping or driveways
Managing the full construction process through to final inspection
📊 Key Stats
Total Square Footage: 875 sq ft
Layout: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms
Build Time: 4.5 months
Total Cost: ~$215,000
Monthly Rental Income: $2,400
Key Features:
Ensuite bathroom in primary bedroom
Quartz countertops & luxury vinyl plank flooring
Private yard space for tenant use
Smart thermostat & modern exterior design
Separate hydro & utility meters
💰 The Results
Matt now earns over $28,000/year in passive rental income, and his property value has increased significantly.
The best part? He didn’t need to give up space in his main home or deal with tenant traffic inside his house. The coach home has its own entrance, fenced yard, and complete privacy.
“I wasn’t sure if it was worth it—but this has easily been the best investment I’ve ever made. It pays for itself and gives me long-term security.” — Matt
💡 Could You Build a Coach Home on Your Lot?
If you live in Ottawa or surrounding areas, there’s a good chance your backyard qualifies too. Whether you're looking for rental income, a place for family, or future flexibility—a coach home might be the smartest move you haven’t made yet.
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