The spring real estate market is fast approaching in Ottawa! Statistics released this week from the Ottawa Real Estate Board demonstrated a 29.7 percent month-over-month increase of home sales, with 256 more properties switching hands in March than in February. Members of the Board sold 1,126 residential properties through the Multiple Listing Service, compared to […]
Looking for a special and unique place to live, dine and enjoy? Tired of the same places and architecture? Have a creative mind of an artist at heart or in profession? Wondering if there is a neighbourhood in Ottawa that will captivate you with its remarkable own character and spirit? Welcome to Hintonburg – discover […]
The Glebe is a quirky and eclectic neighbourhood located on and around Bank St. south of the 417 highway. Grabbing a delicious Pumpkin Spice Latte and browsing through the adorable shops is a perfect way to spend a crisp autumn day. As a resident of the Sandy Hill community, my trips to the Glebe always […]
Findlay Creek neighbourhood became my home approximately 2.5 years ago. The more I live here the more I appreciate this neighbourhood. I do not own a house yet but after discovering this beautiful community for myself I am really considering Findlay Creek as a location for purchasing my first home. A Quick & Easy Commute […]
Centretown is a gorgeous community right in the heart of Ottawa. Close to the Byward Market, one of Canada’s oldest public markets, and the Rideau Centre, this neighbourhood is not far from places to eat and shop. Residential streets offer a mixture of town homes, apartment buildings and single-family homes. Many condominiums have a clear […]
Starting July 1, 2010 new homes will become subject to a 13 percent harmonized sales tax. Until now, these properties have been enjoying its exemption from provincial sales tax. The government has tried to balance out the negative reactions by coming up with a rebate of up to $24,000 – or 6 percent on new […]
A survey conducted by EnerQuality, a certification and consulting firm for the homebuilding industry, reported that Ottawa home owners are prepared to pay up to $13,000 more for an energy efficient home. Almost 90 percent of people stated that energy efficiency was either somewhat or extremely important to them. The reasoning? Long-term cost savings. Corey […]
Alta Vista is a wonderful, family-oriented neighbourhood located just south of downtown Ottawa. The area is known for its lush parks, vast green space, and strong sense of community. Alta Vista, which gets its name from the city’s relative height – it’s higher than most of Ottawa – is a convenient and charming place to […]
