Lasalle Street | 03 Unit Conversion
Welland

Property Type: 1,500 sq. ft. Detached Home
Final Layout: 3 × 1-Bedroom Units (~500 sq. ft. each) | 4 Rear Parking Spaces
Project Overview:
Back in 2021, our investors acquired a compact 1,500 sq. ft. single-family home in the Crowland area with the original goal of completing a duplex conversion. The plan was simple: legalize a basement unit and maintain the ground + second floor as the main unit.
However, as ROI targets evolved, our design team stepped in to maximize the layout potential—proposing a creative reconfiguration that would support three self-contained 1-bedroom units, each with dedicated entrances and exits. The result? A fully operating triplex, efficiently designed for long-term rental performance.
Scope & Strategy:
Reconfigured interior space to house three 1-bedroom units (~500 sq. ft. each)
Designed separate entries/exits for each unit to meet code and improve tenant privacy
Fully upgraded building systems: fire separation, soundproofing, HVAC zoning, kitchens, and bathrooms
Created 4 rear parking spaces to support density and ensure bylaw compliance
Challenges Solved:
Fit 3 functional, livable units within a 1,500 sq. ft. home without sacrificing code compliance
Delivered a layout that met egress, privacy, and servicing needs for all three units
Balanced unit size, flow, and comfort within a compact residential footprint
Investor Benefits:
Turned a small residential home into a legal triplex with strong monthly cash flow
Each unit designed for tenant appeal, efficiency, and ease of management
4 dedicated parking spaces ensure compliance and support long-term occupancy
Current Status:
Triplex conversion complete. All three units are fully tenanted and operating.