Ottawa MLS® Market Shows Early Signs of a Buzzing Spring Market The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board totaled 1,165 units in March 2024. This was an increase of 10% from March 2023. Home sales were 21.5% below the five-year average and 15% below the 10-year average for the month of March. On a year-to-date basis, home sales totaled 2,678 units over the first three months of the year — an increase of 13.1% from the same period in 2023. “Ottawa’s real estate market is overall healthy, providing fertile ground for an active spring and summer ahead ..read more

Great location in Britannia!! Walk to tons of amenities, Britannia Beach and Mud Lake Trails. Solid four bedroom, three bathroom home on a large 62.93' wide lot.  Massive backyard with endless potential. Home has great bones and there is plenty of space for the growing family. Great opportunity to renovate, make it your own and build equity! Development potential to sever and build semi-detached units (Buyer to verify). 200 amp service. All dates approximate: Roof 2013, some windows 2017, Furnace 2017, Sewer line to city replaced in 2017. Estate Sale, property ..read more

Gorgeous lot!!! 2.73 acres of rolling hills fronting on the Ottawa River in the growing community of Wendover.   Municipal water, hydro & natural gas at the street. Build your dream home & enjoy a cottage lifestyle! A large cedar hedge on one side of the lot and a forested ravine on the other provide plenty of privacy. This lot offers walk-out basement potential and its irregular shape makes it the perfect layout to add a large detached garage to your plans. Huge sandy flat area at river's edge provides easy water access for your family.   You can even launch y ..read more

Ottawa’s MLS® Market Activity Shows Strong Start to the Year The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board totaled 886 units in February 2024. This was an increase of 15.2% from February 2023. Home sales were 13.8% below the five-year average and 5.7% below the 10-year average for the month of February. “Even with higher prices and the interest rate holding steady, Ottawa is a strong, active market,” says OREB President Curtis Fillier. “With metrics across the board up from last year, it’s clear both buyers and sellers are making moves. The metrics, however ..read more

Welcome to 6996 Bilberry Drive, a spacious semi-detached unit with a MASSIVE BACKYARD and NO REAR NEIGHBOURS. Meticulously maintained by original owners, this bright & spacious home is located within walking distance of Place D'Orleans & its new LRT station. You can also access the Ottawa River for a nice stroll, run or ride. Plenty of nearby schools & parks make this a great location to raise your family. Main floor level with convenient inside entry to garage has large den with a patio door to the yard, a laundry room, powder room & tons of storage. Second level bo ..read more

Ultimate Moving Checklist When Selling Your Home! Selling your home is an exciting but often stressful endeavor. Between finding a buyer, coordinating the sale, and planning your move, there's a lot to manage. To help you stay organized and ensure a smooth transition to your new residence, we've put together the ultimate moving checklist for home sellers. 2-3 Months Before the Move Select a Moving Date: The first step in your moving journey is to choose a moving date that aligns with your closing date. This ensures that your move is coordinated with the sale of your home. Hire a Moving C ..read more

Ottawa’s MLS® Market Thawed in January but Sales Still Slow The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board totaled 629 units in January 2024. This was an increase of 16.5% from January 2023. Home sales were 10.7% below the five-year average and 3.9% below the 10-year average for the month of January. “Ottawa’s market activity is seeing positive gains over last year but it’s still a relatively quiet market even by pre-pandemic standards,” says OREB President Curtis Fillier. “While REALTORS® are telling us there’s lots of showing activity — probably thanks in ..read more

As we move into a new year, it's the perfect time to breathe new life into your living space. Whether you're looking for a total makeover or just want to make some small changes, updating your home can have a positive impact on your mood and well-being. In this blog post, we'll explore 10 creative and practical ways to refresh your home for the new year. Let's get started! Declutter and Organize: Before you dive into any decorating projects, start by decluttering and organizing your home. Get rid of items you no longer need and reorganize your belongings. A clutter-free space can do wonder ..read more

Ottawa MLS® December Home Sales Close Out Year in Steady State. Plus: Ottawa Real Estate Board’s New Leadership The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board totaled 565 units in December 2023. This was an increase of 7.6% from December 2022. Home sales were 16% below the five-year average and 11.9% below the 10-year average for the month of December. On a year-to-date basis, home sales totaled 11,978 units in all of 2023 — a decline of 11.0% from 2022. “Ottawa’s resale market closed out the year in a steady, balanced state,” says OREB President Curtis Fi ..read more

Ottawa MLS® Home Sales Stable in November Amid Growing Supply The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board totaled 724 units in November 2023. This was a small reduction of 1.6% from November 2022. Home sales were 31.8% below the five-year average and 27.4% below the 10-year average for the month of November. On a year-to-date basis, home sales totaled 11,421 units after 11 months of the year. This was a decline of 11.7% from the same period in 2022. “Sales are performing as expected with the arrival of colder months, and an uptick in new and active list ..read more