Eastern Ontario New Home & Condo Guide - Mar 7, 2015

Mar 7 - 21, 2015 Volume 15 Issue 05

Eastern Ontario Edition

WELCOME HOME TO

Luxurious Living

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

THE CHANGING FACE OF OTTAWA HOME BUILDING

WHAT TO EXPECT AS YOUR NEW HOME IS BUILT

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Closing Date: March 3rd 2016

Lot 117: 34' Home, The Fernhaven, Elev. ‘A’, 1,744 Sq.Ft., $349,990 Includes: $20,000 At Décor, Granite Countertops In Kitchen, 9' Main Floor Ceiling & Rec. Room Ready.

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Closing Date: October 1st 2015

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Lot 234 - 3: Village Home, The Appleby, Elev. ‘A1’, 1,100 Sq.Ft., $224,990 Includes: 3 Stainless Steel Appliances, OTR Microwave, Granite Countertops In Kitchen, Hardwood In Lieu Of Carpet On Main Floor, Ceramic In Lieu Of Vinyl Throughout, Kitchen Backsplash, Washer/Dryer & Air Conditioning.

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p. 26 FERNBANK CROSSING Welcome home to luxurious living

PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Josh Heppner

SALES MANAGER, EASTERN ONTARIO

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Paul Bimm

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge ART DIRECTOR

Victoria Cigan EDITOR

Wayne Karl CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck, Elisa Krovblit, Lydia McNutt SALES CO-ORDINATOR, EASTERN ONTARIO

Nash Kamaludin

MANAGER OF PRODUCTION

Bala Gnanapandithan PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Dennis Ng

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Viosa Barileva, Miguel Cea

SPOTLIGHT ON CONDOS: Your guide to new condo

communities in the Gatineau and Greater Ottawa Area

regular features 16 Editor’s Note C06 Campanale Homes

Tuning in to ‘The Station’ in Barrhaven

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Home Smarts

Watching your new home come together

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Fundamentally Speaking

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GOHBA Report

Coming to grips with the changing face of home building in Ottawa

by John W. Herbert

Pay attention to location, information and timing

by Wayne Karl

by Marnie Bennett

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Winner of multiple EnerQuality awards

Design Secrets

What the pros say you should do before moving into your new space

by Jane Lockhart

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Hot Sheets

Two pages of community previews and openings

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Long-term commitment will afford you peace of mind

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hether you’re relocating from one coast to the other or moving to your first place, changing homes can be hectic, exciting and certainly stressful. But, relax.

You can eliminate the anxiety associated with moving by taking control of the situation with confidence.

Understanding the market is just part of the story. Knowing what you need and what you can afford is the more important part of the equation.

Making a prudent purchasing decision that doesn’t keep you up at night

when interest rates rise or market news becomes the talk of the town is up to you.

Any expert will tell you that buying a home or condo is a long-term commitment. This issue is full of great tips from the experts as well as the latest news designed to help you make a wise purchasing decision.

Along with our community profile features, which outline the specifics on many fine communities, there’s lots to take in. So kick back, relax and enjoy.

You’re in the driver’s seat.

SUSAN LEGGE

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Yellow Pages NextHome Susan.Legge@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge Like us on Facebook. Search: New Home Guide

Location, location, location What’s important to you when looking for a new-home location?

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WAYNE KARL

EDITOR Yellow Pages NextHome Wayne.Karl@ypnexthome.ca Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl Like us on Facebook. Search: New Home Guide

hen looking for a new home, a number of factors come into play: How far from work? How close to schools and shopping? What other important amenities are nearby?

The answers to these and other questions are varied and depend on your personal situation and preferences.

What’s most important to you when searching for your perfect “location, location, location?”

It should come as no surprise that buyers increasingly say that being close to public transit and having a short commute are among the features that matter most. Maybe not the number one concern, but certainly right up there, and increasingly so.

As we approach the spring busy season, you’ll hear more and more

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sources, from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., to the major banks and other experts, to update their forecasts for 2015. Interest rates, which dropped recently, aren’t likely to rise significantly.

Affordability, which varies depending on your local market, is becoming increasingly tested on many fronts.

Issues such as land supply and acquisition costs are increasingly having an impact on pricing, home types and availability.

As you go through the new-home buying process, these are the types of issues you’ll be learning more about, and that will affect your decision.

We’re here to help. Pick up New Home Guide in the coming weeks for market news, analysis and other information to help you find your perfect location, location, location.

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t was bound to happen. The growing interest in the community of Longfields Station has set the stage for Campanale Homes’ newest venture, The Station, Barrhaven’s one and only luxury condominium. Referenced

by Ottawa’s real estate professionals as “the Jewel of Barrhaven,” this executive-style apartment condominium is a 36-unit low-rise four-level residence, located adjacent the new Longfields Transit station, and directly across the street from the expansive greenspace of South Nepean Park. Close to nature trails, parks, shopping complexes, schools and many other amenities too numerous to list, this luxurious condominium is truly situated in the heart of Barrhaven.

The Station will redefine Barrhaven’s skyline with its contemporary design, and as one of the community’s most iconic structures, a selection of units feature an unobstructed view of the surrounding parks and greenspace. Campanale

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Homes encourages prospective homebuyers to register early, so they will have priority choice of the available one and two-bedroom units. With pricing starting as low as $219,000, buyers are already expressing interest in tuning in to the prestige of this luxury condominium. Indoor parking, an elevator, and a virtually maintenance-free lifestyle appeal to not only empty nesters, retirees and snowbirds, but also to young professionals and first-time home buyers because of its investment potential.

The 36 condo-apartments themselves will be available in 12 different floorplans, some with convertible dens and most featuring huge balconies. An in-unit utility room with laundry facilities will be an added convenience. Sizes will range from 600 to almost 1200 sq. ft. with plenty of natural light through thermally efficient windows. As with any Campanale home you can expect premium finishes and treatments, as well as

energy efficient appliances and all the amenities that have made Campanale one of the region’s most awarded builder. Every condo-apartment will be loaded with high-end features, including stainless steel appliances, ceramic and hardwood flooring, central air, high ceilings, European style cabinetry, granite counters, and so much more. Each unit has an available parking space and storage locker. You can expect these luxury units to sell out fast when construction begins later this month, so get on The Station’s wavelength and get your pick of the homes, and the best prices.

The ground floor of The Station is reserved for light commercial occupancy. Campanale has ensured the professional and personal-services occupants complement the building and surrounding neighbourhood. The types of businesses and offices allowed, and their hours of operation will be strictly controlled. Entrances will be designed with security in mind and business and residential traffic will be completely separated. Campanale’s aim is to have high quality commercial occupants who would provide professional services that would be of benefit to the residents of The Station and the local community, adding to the list of amenities that are already available in Barrhaven.

The Stations’ construction commences in early March, followed a few weeks later by an official ribbon-cutting ceremony and launch party, attended by representatives of Campanale Homes and several public officials. Pre-register at campanale.com and get on the guest list!

Does The Station sound appealing?

The Longfields Station Sales Centre is open Monday through Thursday, from noon to 8 p.m. and from noon to 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays. The Station is expected to sell out soon, so don’t delay in registering early for priority choice, or coming to Longfields Station Sales Centre to speak with one of their friendly sales consultants. Please register on-line at campanale.com, call 613.440.3750, or visit the Sales Centre for your exclusive invitation to the VIP Launch Party.

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//HOME SMARTS

WATCHING YOUR NEW HOME COME TOGETHER:

An emotional guide » by MARNIE BENNETT

MARNIE BENNETT

is a broker and the marketing director for Bennett Property Shop Realty, a full premium service real estate brokerage specializing in marketing and selling new and resale homes, condominiums and investment real estate.

Marnie is the host of the weekly radio show the Real Estate Hour, a millionaire real estate investor and a wealth management coach. bennettpros.com

The rewards of buying a new home are great – but getting to the finished product can be a bit of a roller coaster ride. I often suggest that my clients talk with other new home buyers for a glimpse of the emotional ups and downs of the process. I recently had a frank conversation with new-home buyer Patti Solilos, who spoke openly about her experiences and offered some practical advice.

SELECTING THE LOT, MODEL AND FINISHES. What could be more fun than creating a home to suit your individual tastes? But coordinating so many details can also be overwhelming. “We took an existing plan and tweaked it,” says Solilos. “We moved the stairs, vaulted the living room ceiling and replaced a post in the basement with a steel beam. You really have to trust your builder to tell you if something won’t work well. Ours was phenomenal; they even made suggestions that made more work for them, like adding an outside door to the powder room because they knew we were installing a pool. I never would have thought of that.” Still, says Solilos, it was difficult to be confident that the final plan was perfect. “It was really challenging to sign off on the blueprint. If we hadn’t trusted our builder so much, it could have been really scary.”

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As for the finishes, Solilos felt unsure. She ended up hiring an interior designer to look over her samples and paint swatches before she committed to them. Among other things, the designer pointed out that the taupe-coloured tiles the Solilos had chosen would read as pink – not exactly what Solilos had in mind. “For 150 bucks, it was so worth it!”

DIGGING AND BUILDING THE FOUNDATION. To be honest, the hole itself is not much to look at. But, as the first physical step in the building process, it can feel momentous. “We arrived home from March Break, drove down the street and it was so exciting. We were like, ‘There’s our hole!’” Still, Solilos remembers feeling anxious that the foundation looked so small.

“We definitely started to feel better once the framing went up.”

So far, the homebuyer’s emotional journey contains uncertainty, apprehension, gratitude and relief: and this is only half the construction story! Next issue, Solilos and I will walk you through the remaining steps.

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Coming to grips with

THE CHANGING FACE OF HOME BUILDING IN OTTAWA » by JOHN W. HERBERT

JOHN W. HERBERT

is executive director of the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association.

He can be reached at 613.723.2926, ext. 224, or visit gohba.ca

Fourty years ago, single-family homes made up 70 per cent of the residential construction activity in Ottawa. The other 30 per cent consisted of multifamily buildings, apartments and condos. Today, those numbers are reversed, with 30 per cent of residential construction activity consisting of single-family homes and 70 per cent involving apartment buildings and condos. Th is change is having a significant impact on Ottawa’s home building industry and, by extension, its traditional community-building role.

Today, 70 per cent of the residential construction activity in Ottawa involves multi-family buildings, such as apartment buildings and condos

THE UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES OF INTENSIFICATION

In 2003, the City of Ottawa introduced the intensification policy, encouraging residential growth within the Greenbelt.

With intensification, the growth of the supply of land for new homes outside the Greenbelt was held in check and the city supported highrise development with speedy permitting processes and area specific development charges that are lower inside the Greenbelt than in our growth areas.

Intensification has had a positive impact on Ottawa, bringing vitality and dynamism to neighbourhoods within the Greenbelt (think of Westbo and Hintonburg). However; there are unintended consequences to intensification that, if left unchecked, threaten to outweigh the positives.

WITHER THE SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED HOME BUILDER

Twenty years ago, Ottawa’s home building industry included a healthy balance of small, medium and large-sized home builders.

Prior to intensification, large land developers would sell serviced lots to small- and medium-sized builders. With intensification, large land developers stopped selling serviced lots – land for home building was too scarce. The result has been the slow decline of the small and medium-sized home builder. For consumers this has meant less choice in the Ottawa new home market. For Ottawa’s charitable sector, this has meant the loss of a committed and passionate set of donors and volunteers.

THE INFILL BUILDER AND THE POLITICIZATION OF DEVELOPMENT

Infi ll building, typically involving the tearing down of old single-family homes and their replacement with townhomes

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or triplexes, has contributed to the revitalization of neighbourhoods throughout Ottawa. Ottawa’s infi ll builders have won numerous awards and are prized for their innovative and sustainable homes.

The unintended, and unfortunate, consequence of infill building has been the politicization of home building in Ottawa’s established communities. Residents upset with proposed developments in their communities turned to the media, their councillors and to Ottawa’s planning committee for assistance. Infill home builders, responding to city policy, found themselves pitted against residents and community associations.

The increasing politicization of home building is the result of an intensification policy that was not accompanied by a comprehensive by-law governing infi ll development.

From 2003 to late 2014, infi ll builders were caught between a new Official Plan policy that drove intensification and an outdated set zoning bylaws that did not. Th is situation led to a public backlash. In response to this backlash, the City of Ottawa adopted an infi ll zoning by-law in the fall of 2014 which has left many wondering about the future of infi ll development, especially given the imminent approval of a second infi ll bylaw that will further limit development.

ENTER THE OUT-OF-TOWN HIGHRISE BUILDER

Today, 70 per cent of the residential construction activity in Ottawa involves multi-family buildings, such as apartment buildings and condos. The practical implications of this situation are twofold. For one, the home building industry’s

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focus has moved away from lowrise wood frame construction to highrise reinforced concrete construction. The second change has been the entrance of the out-of-town highrise developer into the Ottawa market.

Ottawa’s home building industry is comprised of thousands of suppliers and tradespeople. When an industry changes, these changes have an impact on the people who work in it and the companies that service it. The change from wood-frame lowrise construction to highrise concrete construction is driving many established suppliers and tradespeople out of the home building industry.

The focus of highrise building has brought many out-of-town developers into the Ottawa market. Unlike Ottawa’s highrise builders (Claridge, Richcraft and Minto, for instance) these out-of-town developers have little attachment to Ottawa and most of the time simply pack up and leave when the job is done. They also don’t participate in the home building association or give back to the community the way our local builders always have.

HOPE ON THE HORIZON

Despite challenges facing Ottawa’s home building community, there is hope for Ottawa’s home builders in the form of the Ontario Government’s recent approval of six-storey wood frame technology. Under the previous building code, wood frame structures could only go as high as four storeys. Allowing builders to use six-storey wood frame technology will create new opportunities for wood frame tradesmen and suppliers, promote innovate design and create more affordable housing options in the city’s inner core.

The other hope is that a new City Council and the city’s planning department will begin to appreciate the unintended consequences of its policies and work more closely with Ottawa’s homebuilding industry to restore balance to home building in Ottawa.

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MINTO WINS MULTIPLE ENERQUALITY AWARDS

Left to right, Alison Minato, vice-president, sustainability; Derek Hickson, manager, sustainable developments; Wells Baker, director, conservation and sustainable design; Roya Khaleeli, sustainable design professional; Tex Mcleod, Mcleod & Associates

The Minto Group was honoured for energy efficiency and sustainability at the 2014 EnerQuality Awards Gala held recently. This marks nearly 40 years of sustained industry recognition for Minto’s better, Greener building. With recent harsh temperatures stressing the importance of living in well built, energy efficient homes, Minto is proud to be recognized for its commitment to building high performing homes, winning a total of three awards, including Energy Star for New Homes Builder of the Year (large volume), Best Green Marketing Campaign, and Ontario Green Builder of the Year – for the third time.

“In this, the year that Minto proudly celebrates 60 years of home building, it’s truly an honour to once again be recognized by EnerQuality for our leadership in energy efficiency and sustainability,” says Alison Minato, vicepresident, sustainability, The Minto Group. “We take great pride in crafting our award winning communities to meet advanced green building standards.”

Founded in 1998, EnerQuality’s mission is to transform Ontario’s housing into the most energy efficient and sustainable in the world through voluntary programs. For almost 40 years, Minto has been at the forefront of meeting and exceeding these standards within all developments.

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The Minto Group was the first major developer in Canada to support Green building initiatives and has enjoyed a long history of receiving Ontario Green building accolades, winning the Ontario Home Builders’ Association Green Builder of the Year award in 2008, 2010 and 2011 as well as being named the Ontario Home Builder of the Year by the OHBA in 2012 and 2014.

Minto is committed to third-party verification on all its new developments with more than 3,000 homes in Canada and the United States Energy Star certified to date. The Minto environmental policy guides all company developments to deliver higher performing homes including new properties such as Queen’s Landing and Potter’s Key. ABOUT MINTO

Celebrating 60 years of building, The Minto Group is a family-owned, fully integrated home builder, construction and property management company with operations in Ottawa, Toronto, London, Calgary and Florida. With more than 70,000 new homes built, Minto also manages more than 17,000 residential rental homes and apartments, and carries a commercial portfolio of more than 2.5 million square feet of office, retail and industrial space. In addition to these holdings, the company owns and operates Canada’s largest portfolio of executive furnished suites.

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FERNBANK CROSSING Welcome home to luxurious living

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magine enjoying your coffee each morning in your high-end, upgraded, sunlit kitchen, the window open a crack, the sound of birds chirping from your expansive backyard.

With eQ Homes’ Fernbank Crossing, your dreams can be a reality.

Stittsville is quickly becoming an oasis for families, retirees and professionals, all wanting to escape the high rise congestion of the city in search of quiet streets, and large properties while still living near all major amenities.

Fernbank Crossing currently offers buyers a wide array of options. You can choose from single-family bungalows with two, three and four bedrooms, semi-detached bungalows, and the award-winning lowrise condominiums, The Foxwood Collection.

Homebuyers in the Ottawa area know eQ Homes best for the beautiful bungalow homes that the company has built its reputation on. Now eQ is set to win the hearts and minds of all those who have been asking the builder to offer a range of two-storey designs as well.

While these exciting new single and linked single designs will soon be offered in other of the builder’s Ottawa area communities, they are making their official debut at the second phase of Fernbank Crossing on March 7.

There are 14 different models of fully detached singles being offered on 42- and 50-ft. lots. Some features are common to all plans, from the hardwood floors on the ground levels to the eight-ft.-high garage doors. Other features are available in some plans but not others including sun rooms, two- and three-side fireplaces, freestanding tubs and two-sided glass showers, walk-in pantries, second floor laundry rooms, “bonus rooms,” in-law suite on the main level and more.

A selection of linked singles will also be available in five different models. These models are like nothing else on the market. Linked only by the garage, the homes offer the space, privacy and look of a single-family home, with the price of a townhome. These are on wide lots (25 ft., eight in.) when compared to townhomes.

The linked singles are available in a choice of A or B elevations, with extra wide (12-ft.) single garages with a side door offering access to the backyard, open concept designs on the ground floor, and a choice of three or four bedrooms on the second

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EQ HOMES | Fernbank Crossing

LOCATION Stittsville HOUSING TYPE Single-family bungalows, semi-detached bungalows and lowrise condominiums SALES CENTRE 339 Bobolink Ridge Open Monday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

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floor. Some models offer dens while others offer study/lofts – perfect for families in search of space.

Fernbank Crossing isn’t a cookie cutter community. With three builders on site, the community is varied and unique. At Fernbank Crossing, you get the quiet suburban lifestyle of Stittsville, with the proximity to Kanata. Located at Terry Fox and Fernbank, all amenities are only minutes away. The community will also have a village green – with everything you could need just steps away from your front door. eQ Homes is a relatively new name in the Ottawa home building community, but they are quickly making a mark with high standards, luxurious products and excellent customer service.

Their objective at eQ Homes is simple: to build homes that are attractive, spacious and functional, providing the homebuyer with the best value available in the marketplace.

The eQ Team knows what it takes to build a quality home. They have fine-tuned their craft and made their name synonymous with unique designs, attentive customer service, quality construction and pride of workmanship.

The eQ Homes trademark is your assurance that the home you buy will be of the finest quality, and the actual purchasing experience will be a pleasure from start to finish.

For more information on Fernbank Crossing and the new two-storey floorplans, visit eQhomes.ca

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How to find a home?

PAY ATTENTION TO LOCATION, INFORMATION AND TIMING » by WAYNE KARL Despite what you often hear, buying a home isn’t only about location, location, location. True, this is the time-tested first rule of real estate, but there are other determining factors you must consider as part of your selection process. Indeed, there’s a new rule of thumb for buying real estate.

WAYNE KARL

is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business.

In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics – such as economic fundamentals – you need to examine when buying property.

He can be reached at wayne.karl@ypnexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

LOCATION First, what does that old adage really mean? Of course, we’d all love a high-end home in the best neighbourhood. But that’s not always possible. For your own enjoyment while you live in your home as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that affect your property’s appeal and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your home has when you go to sell, the more desirable it will be to a greater number of people. This equates to demand – multiple offers and a higher price.

INFORMATION Whether you’re a first-time homeowner, “buying up” to accommodate a growing family or “right-sizing” as an empty nester, education is critical. And these days, with digital media

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and mobile technology, all the information you need is at your fingertips. From the content in this issue, to newhomeandcondoguide.ca, to the resources available to you at Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC), to the local market expertise of new-home sales staff and realtors, the more knowledge you have, the better equipped you are to make informed decisions about buying, maintaining and eventually selling your home.

TIMING Though your home is your primary residence, it is also an investment. Where you buy is usually determined largely by where you want to live, work and play.

But when you buy and sell is also important. Like any financial instrument, real estate can fluctuate in value and your timing can determine how good of an investment it is. Given today’s challenging economic climate, there’s no shortage of media reports on the ups, downs, crashes and surges of the housing market.

But if you’ve done your research, you won’t be spooked – or excited – by big-picture reports on short-term market performance. You know that real estate is not national or even regional – it’s very specific. You don’t buy the Canadian market and you don’t buy a provincial or even regional market. You buy a specific home, on a specific street in a specific neighbourhood.

So, it’s not just about “location, location, location.” The new adage is “location, information and timing.” Do well with all three, and over the long haul your home is going to be one of the best lifestyle and investment decisions you ever made.

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//DESIGN SECRETS

What the pros say you should do before moving into your new space » by JANE LOCKHART Rooms designed by Jane Lockhart, janelockhart.com Photos by Gillian Jackson, gillianjackson.ca

SPEND THE EXTRA MONEY TO GET PREMIUM PAINT IN THE COLOURS YOU WANT Most of us are more than familiar with the term, “builder beige.” It is the dreaded colour we are left with after buying a new home. As new homeowners, you are given a sheet of colours, from white to beige, to choose for your new walls. If you are lucky, you may be able to choose different colours for the bedrooms. These colours may be different, but they are still basically shades of white.

Some builders are known to give their buyers the opportunity to supply their own paint or even painters. If you’re given this chance, take it! This will allow you to choose high quality paint in the colours that will complement your furniture, fabrics and decor right from the start.

Bathroom painted in Benjamin Moore’s Stained Glass.

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USE FLOOR PLANNER APPS TO PLAN YOUR SPACE BEFORE YOU MOVE IN In this age of technical living, there are many tools available to use to your advantage. There are multiple apps out there, where you can input the dimensions of your space and the sizes of your furniture and then place them in your room exploring the configuration that makes the most sense. You are also able to easily move, shift or delete these items to suit your preference, and what fits your family’s lifestyle. The great advantage of this process is printing them off to have when you move in. This will eliminate a lot of confusion on moving day as you can direct movers to where each item is to be placed.

Detailing with upgraded tile makes a strong addition to a foyer

BREATHE EASY IN YOUR NEW HOME Purchase and run air purifiers prior to moving in and during the first six months to a year of occupancy. A new home is wonderful and beautiful, but it often takes a while for the dust to settle. This will ensure you are not breathing in drywall dust or the potential toxins from paint, glues and building materials.

Remember to buy lots of furnace filters. A new-built home should have the furnace filter changed more often than an older home. There will be a lot of dust in your ducts that you don’t want clogging up your brand new furnace.

GET THE UPGRADES WHILE YOU CAN When buying a new home, it can be both a wonderful and stressful undertaking.

When faced with the task of picking what

options you want upgraded, it can seem like you are slowly watching your bank account dwindle. That being said, the best time to upgrade is before you move in!

Depending on the builder, it can be more cost effective to get the upgrades you want while your house is still in the building process than it is to try to implement certain things after you have moved in.

KNOW YOUR WARRANTY Different builders have different warranties. Make sure you read your warranty thoroughly and know what you are entitled to. During the first year of living in your home, it will adjust and settle and as it does this, there may be structural or superficial imperfections.

Know what your builder will be responsible for and how long.

And remember to finally enjoy your new home once you are in it.

JANE LOCKHART

is founder and principal designer of Jane Lockhart Interior Design. She was creative director and host of W Network’s top-ranked show, Colour Confidential, and has a Canadian-built furniture collection, Jane by Jane Lockhart, by Statum Designs. Visit online at janelockhart.com

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homebuyers’help

CALCULATE YOUR MORTGAGE PAYMENTS INTEREST RATE

AMORTIZATION PERIOD

CHART FIGURE

EXAMPLE: 5%

25 YEARS

5.82

MORTGAGE AMOUNT ÷ 1,000 (MORTGAGE AMOUNT $125,000)

125

FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO SEE IF YOU’LL QUALIFY FOR A MORTGAGE ON YOUR DREAM HOME

01

05

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

02

06

Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your home.

Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

03

07

Take the total price of the home and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

04

Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice.

(Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home.

Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less.

Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

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MONTHLY PAYMENT

$

MORTGAGE PAYMENT CALCULATION CHART % INTEREST RATES

AMORTIZATION PERIODS 10 YEARS

15 YEARS

20 YEARS

25 YEARS

3.00%

9.65

6.90

5.54

4.73

3.25%

9.76

7.02

5.66

4.86

3.50%

9.88

7.14

5.79

4.99

3.75%

9.99

7.26

5.91

5.13

4.00%

10.11

7.38

6.04

5.26

4.25%

10.23

7.50

6.17

5.40

4.50%

10.34

7.63

6.30

5.53

4.75%

10.46

7.75

6.44

5.67

5.00%

10.58

7.88

6.57

5.82

5.25%

10.70

8.01

6.74

5.96

5.50%

10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

5.75%

10.94

8.27

6.98

6.25

6.00%

11.07

8.40

7.12

6.40

6.25%

11.19

8.53

7.26

6.55

6.50%

11.31

8.66

7.41

6.70

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

7.00%

11.56

8.93

7.69

7.00

7.25%

11.68

9.07

7.84

7.16

7.50%

11.81

9.21

7.99

7.32

7.75%

11.94

9.34

8.14

7.47

8.00%

12.06

9.48

8.28

7.63

8.25%

12.19

9.62

8.44

7.79

8.50%

12.32

9.76

8.59

7.95

8.75%

12.45

9.90

8.74

8.12

9.00%

12.58

10.05

8.86

8.28

9.25%

12.71

10.19

9.05

8.45

9.50%

12.84

10.33

9.20

8.62

9.75%

12.97

10.48

9.36

8.78

10.00%

13.10

10.63

9.52

8.95

10.25%

13.24

10.77

9.68

9.12

10.50%

13.37

10.92

9.84

9.29

10.75%

13.50

11.06

10.00

9.46

11.00%

13.64

11.22

10.16

9.63

11.25%

13.77

11.36

10.32

9.80

11.50%

13.91

11.52

10.49

9.97

11.75%

14.04

11.66

10.65

10.15

12.00%

14.18

11.82

10.81

10.32

12.25%

14.32

11.97

10.98

10.49

12.50%

14.46

12.13

11.15

10.67

12.75%

14.59

12.28

11.31

10.85

This table shows the monthly payment of principal and interest for each $1,000 of mortgage. Example: The monthly principal and interest payment for a $125,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization period at 5% is as follows: ($125,000 รท 1,000) X 5.82 = $727.50 MAR 7 - 21, 2015 | NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE EASTERN ONTARIO 37

OTTAWA

HOT SHEET ASHCROFT HOMES

CENTRAL PARK • THE NEXT Live where downtown spirit meets community character, your prime location is your pathway to the best of Ottawa, and bountiful greenspace blends naturally. The Next brings it all together – smart condo living at the heart of Central Park. Starting at mid $200’s. Register now for VIP pricing at benext.ca WESTBORO • QWEST A stroll under the arches and along Sisters’ Walk will be enough to convince you of how greenspaces and good design make life beautiful at Q West. The Q West team’s inspired vision both preserves and enhances this landmark property. Just released, second floor terrace suites! Visit our model suite located at the corner of Richmond Rd. and Leighton Terrace in Westboro or call 613.221.5926. liveqwest.com

CAMPANALE HOMES

ARNPRIOR • CALLAHAN ESTATES New Attached Bungalow Models ready for viewing. Featuring the biggest selection of bungalows, the community of Callahan Estates has beautiful new homes starting from the mid 200s. Model homes and Sales Centre located at 2 Tom Gavinski, Arnprior, ON (Monday - Thursday: 11am-7pm. Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: 12pm-5pm). Call 613.622.0033 or visit campanale.com BARRHAVEN • LONGFIELDS STATION 2 New Executive Townhome Designs available for viewing today! Condo Flats and Terrace Homes starting from $264,900, and loaded Townhomes priced from $337,085. Visit our new model homes and Sales Centre located at 420 Via Verona Avenue in Barrhaven. Call 613.440.3750 or visit campanale.com OTTAWA SOUTH • PRINCE OF WALES ON THE RIDEAU Two New Models available for viewing. These magnificent executive single-family homes are situated in an exclusive community, surrounded by over 50 acres of green space and park bordering the Rideau River.

Call 613.440.3750 or visit campanale.com for a viewing of our two new models.

CARDEL HOMES

BLACKSTONE • KANATA Cardel Homes has released Phase II singles in Blackstone, Kanata’s largest master-planned community. Featuring a wide range of floorplans and limited time incentives. Visit our sales centre in Kanata 100-104 Westphalian Avenue, Kanata South on Terry Fox or contact harley.wallin@cardelhomes.com, 613.836.9521, cardelhomes.com RICHARDSON • RIDGE KANATA Production Builder of the Year Cardel Homes is excited to announce the launch of its Phase III in Richardson Ridge on February, 28th.

Featuring popular home designs and several brand new models, visit our sales centre 288 Huntsville Drive, Kanata North on Terry Fox or contact dale.laurie@cardelhomes.com, 613.435.5706, cardelhomes.com

DOMICILE

BEECHWOOD VILLAGE • THE KAVANAUGH The Kavanugh offers village life in the city: quaint but with cachet – and just minutes from downtown. Famed bistros and bakeries line a streetscape surrounded by green spaces, bike paths and landmarks. 613.868.7597. thekavanaugh.ca ORLEANS • BERGERON TERRACE Introducing Bergeron Terrace, set in Chapel Hill. Beautifully designed, quality built and affordably priced one-, two and three-bedroom terrace homes and urban flats. Conveniently located at the corner of Meadowglen and Orleans Blvd., Bergeron Terrace offers you all the best that Domicile has to offer. 613.223.5803. bergeronterrace.ca

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ORLEANS • CRÈME Introducing Crème homes in Orleans at the corner of Navan and Renaud.

Beautifully designed 2-bedroom bungalows, lofts, and flats. Register today to get an invite to our fall sales launch. cremehomes.ca 613.807.0316.

eQ HOMES OTTAWA • GREYSTONE VILLAGE Nestled between the Rideau River and Rideau Canal, a new urban vision takes shape. Rich in history and nature, Greystone Village is a 26-acre master-planned community of modern, exquisite homes set around a vibrant central plaza, complete with pathways, promenades and trails. A hidden gem in Old Ottawa East, Greystone Village offers a life of elegance and exclusivity in a scenic riverfront setting, just minutes from downtown.

Singles, Towns, Semis and Condos. Coming soon – register today at greystonevillage.ca ROCKLAND • CLARENCE CROSSING Beautifully designed homes surrounded by nature and embraced by Clarence Creek and The Ottawa River. Imagine spectacular scenery, first-class social and recreational amenities, and pathways gently winding through the community you call home. Singles, Towns and Condos.

Coming soon – register today at clarencecrossing.com

GLENVIEW KANATA • MONAHAN LANDING Award-winning Glenview Homes’ development Monahan Landing is family affordable, offering homes for everyone. Choose from towns and singles, double and single car garages. Move in this Spring to one of their smart and stylish ready builts or buy now for delivery later this year.

Value priced from the $280’s, visit one of Glenview’s 6 decorated model homes, and ask about their latest lot releases! Discover more at www.glenviewhomes.com. 613.595.0591.

KEMPTVILLE • TEMPO Coming this Fall to Kemptville, is TEMPO, another outstanding community by Glenview Homes. Choose from all new designs including bungalows, two storey, single, and double car garage plans.

Visit www.glenviewhomes and register for VIP lot selection, pricing, and bonus offers.

GREATWISE QUALICUM WOODS CROSSING Just released – our newest VIP one bedroom collection – Visit our sales centre and be the first to view this amazing limited series! Whether you are single, a young couple or downsizing from your empty nest, Qualicum Woods Crossing, offers an affordably great lifestyle experience with a beautiful full-scale park right in the heart of the community. 2781 Baseline Rd. qwcrossing.com 613.693.0808.

HN HOMES KANATA • BRIDLEWOOD Three fully furnished model homes now open. Visit us at 157 Stonemeadow Dr. 613.435.8848. Open Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday to Sunday noon to 5 p.m.

RIVERSIDE SOUTH • RIVERSIDE SOUTH Single-family homes and townhomes coming to Riverside South.

Pre-register today to attend our Spring launch. hnhomes.com 613.435.8848.

LEMAY HOMES OTTAWA SOUTH • FINDLAY BY THE PARK New community offering singles, bungalows and townhomes. Just a few steps to greenspace, park, recreational arena and soccer fields. Quick access to shops, restaurants and services. Starting from the low $300,000’s.

Limited time bonus offer. 613.425.5255. lemayhomes.ca

BUILDERS: If you would like to include your new model home or site opening, email Nashrun.Kamaludin@ypnexthome.ca Please say you saw it in New Home & Condo Guide!

OTTAWA / EASTERN ONTARIO / GATINEAU REGIONS MASTERCRAFT STARWOOD

WEST CENTRAL • SOHO CHAMPAGNE Mastercraft Starwood’s SoHo Luxury Condominiums is pleased to announce its third Ottawa location: SoHo Champagne – just one block west of Preston St. in Little Italy. Register today to get an invite to our spring sales launch. sohochampagne.com OTTAWA • SOHO LISGAR New release of suites on the 12th to 15th floors. The ultimate hotel-inspired lifestyle in a designer condominium, in the heart of downtown. Call 613.798.7646. soholisgar.com

METRIC HOMES

MUSTANG RD • NAVAN Metric Homes’ last country estate lot in the East: beautiful fully treed and private half-acre lot available to build your unique custom designed singlefamily home. Meet the Metric team and let them design your new home at no charge to you. 613.296.7000. metrichomes.com

WESTBORO 529 Broadhead Ave. two custom designed semi-detached homes on a 168-ft. deep infill lot. Innovative street friendly and appealing design.

Two proposed concepts. The first purchaser will decide which concept will be built and will customize its new home. Priced in the $700,000s.

613.296.7000. metrichomes.com

MINTO

THE GLEBE • MINTO@LANSDOWNE Make your home in one of Ottawa’s premier neighbourhoods – the Glebe. Enjoy the best of modern living in harmony with historic surroundings, with all life’s essentials right at your doorstep. Move in as early as 2014. 613.788.2784. lansdowne.minto.com

MINTO/CANDEREL

WESTBORO • UPPERWEST A 25-storey landmark address in the heart of Westboro – just steps from upscale dining and shopping. Choose from stunning open concept suite designs, with sun drenched rooms and spectacular interior finishes. Enjoy state-of-the-art fitness centre, entertainment lounge plus an expansive outdoor terrace. 613.788.2786. liveupperwest.com

NEW EDINBURGH • MINTOBEECHWOOD New Edinburgh is one of Ottawa’s finest neighbourhoods. Where tradition meets modern, old meets new, home to eclectic shops and restaurants.

Spectacular new condominiums coming this September available from the mid $200,000s. Register now for priority preview: mintobeechwood.com

MONARCH CORP.

KANATA • BLACKSTONE Executive 46-ft. singles from $441,990. Two-storey townhomes from the high $200,000s. 32-ft. singles with double car garages from the high $300,000s. 110 Westphalian Ave., Kanata, 613.831.2619. Register at monarchgroup.net BARRHAVEN • LONGFIELDS Courtyard townhomes with double car garages from the low $300,000s.

Semi-detached homes with double car garages from the high $300,000s.

280 Longfields Dr., Nepean, 613.569.5313.

NEPEAN • STONEBRIDGE Ottawa’s award-winning golf course community. Luxurious singles from the mid $400,000s. Executive townhomes from high $200,000s.

Stacked townhomes from the low $200,000s. 610 Kilbirnie Dr., Nepean.

613.692.9280. monarchgroup.net

PHOENIX HOMES

ALMONTE • WHITE TAIL RIDGE Small town feel with all the amenities of a big city and the largest lots available anywhere. Contact Liane McKinley 613.369.5842.

BARRHAVEN • FELTON COURT Nestled in the corner of Fallowfield Road and Strandherd Drive, with convenient access to the 416 and 417, Felton Court is a commuter’s dream. phoenixhomes.ca BARRHAVEN • SAWGRASS TOWNS 14 Dundalk Private, off Jockvale across from the Stonebridge Golf Course Starting at $294,400 - bonus granite, hardwood, a/c, rec room, $5,000 decor credit. phoenixhomes.ca

RICHCRAFT

BARRHAVEN • FIELDSTONE & RIVERSIDE Discover modern urban living in Riverside South & Fieldstone in the heart Barrhaven. These freehold energy star certified townhomes have open concept design, gourmet kitchens, private decks and a whole lot more from $268,900. Call 613.491.0834, Riverside Sales Centre at 744 Brian Good Ave or Call 613.440.5225, Fieldstone Sales Centre at 302 Longfields Dr. CENTRETOWN • THE BOWERY CONDOS & LOFTS The Bowery Condos and Lofts by Richcraft – from $178,000 – NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION. Located in the heart of Downtown, steps from Bank St. with rooftop pool, terrace and brilliant design. Discover condominium living with distinctly urban vibe. Own for as little as $1000 a month. Learn MORE at thebowerycondo.ca. Visit our award winning Presentation Gallery at 136 Banks Street.

SPRINGCRESS

WESTBORO • RAVENHILL COMMON Freehold Towns for fall 2014 occupancy. Still time to customize and select your interior finishes. Located just two blocks from the heart of Westboro, stunning open concept two- amnd three-bedroom homes from 1,756 to 1,948 sq. ft. wRavenhill Common, Contemporary Brownstones Churchill Ave. North, one block South of Byron at Ravenhill Presentation Centre located at 329 Richmond Rd. at the corner of Churchill Ave. North. Showhome now oppen! Visit: ravenhillcommon.com Sales Info: 613.825.0080. Email: salesinfo@ravenhillcommon.com

TAMARACK HOMES

KANATA • POOLE CREEK VILLAGE • SINGLES AND TOWNHOMES Grand Opening! Tour seven decorated models today. In Poole Creek Village, we’ve created the perfect community for growing families. Quiet moments are as close as your backyard while the city’s best amenities are just around the corner. Visit tamarackhomes.com

ORLEANS • CHAPARAL • GALLERY TOWNHOMES Grand Opening! Tour our new decorated models today. These spacious, upgraded townhomes have been designed for an active lifestyle. Discover them today in Chaparal. Orleans’ most convenient community. Visit tamarackhomes.com

UNIFORM URBAN DEVELOPMENTS

BARRHAVEN • THE ORCHARD The Orchard in Barrhaven South, near Stonebridge. Single-family homes and townhouses starting from $353,900. 3699 Jockvale Rd. uniformdevelopments.com

KANATA • RICHARDSON RIDGE Three stunning model homes now open. 100 Grand Manan Circle (corner of Hunstville Drive and Grand Manan Circle.) 613.435.7751. Open Monday to Thursday noon to 7 p.m., Friday to Sunday noon to 5 p.m., holidays noon to 5 p.m.

VALECRAFT HOMES

MER BLEUE/ORLÉANS • BRADLEY ESTATES New release of single-family homes and executive townhomes. New to Bradley Estates: nine redesigned models with full-brick fronts and stone skirts. valecraft.com

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ac he d i m

Site Name

Se

Builder Name

De t

Location

Bu ng To alo w w nh Ad om ul e/ t C Li on fe d st o yl e

ADVERTISERS INDEX

Prices

Page

Inquire

19

Inquire

15

Inquire

12

WEST Arnprior

CAMPANALE

Callahan Estates

x

x

x

Carleton Place

CARDEL

Stonewater Bay

Carp

METRIC

Westlake South Estate

Kanata

CARDEL

Blackstone

Inquire

15

Kanata

CARDEL

Richardson Ridge

Inquire

15

Kanata

GLENVIEW

Monahan Landing

x

x

From $280's

17

Kanata

MATTAMY

Fairwinds

x

x

From $224,990

6, 7

Kanata

MATTAMY

Monahan Landing

x

From $224,990

6, 7

Kanata

MONARCH

Blackstone

Inquire

4, 5

Kanata

PHOENIX

Fernbank

Kanata

TAMARACK

Pool Creek Village

Kanata

UNIFORM DEVELOPMENTS

Richardson Ridge

Kanata

VALECRAFT

Trailwest

Ottawa West

CAMPANALE HOMES

Prince of Wales

Stittsville

CARDEL

Deer Run

Stittsville

EQ HOMES

Fernbank

Stittsville

METRIC

Arbourbrook Estates

x

Inquire

12

Westboro

SPRINGCRESS

Ravenhill Common

x

From $679,900

23

Barrhaven

CLARIDGE HOMES

West Pointe Village

x

From $281,900

13

Barrhaven

CAMPANALE

Longfields

x

Inquire

19

Barrhaven

CARDEL

Longfields

x

Inquire

15

Barrhaven

MATTAMY

Half moon Bay

Barrhaven

MONARCH

Longfields

Barrhaven

TAMARACK

The Meadows

Barrhaven

VALECRAFT

Woodroffe Lofts

Kanata

UNIFORM DEVELOPMENTS

The Orchard

x

Leitrim

LEMAY HOMES

Findlay by The Park

x

x

Leitrim

TAMARACK

Findlay Creek

x

x

Nepean

MONARCH

Stonebridge

x

Nepean

MONARCH

The Links

Richmond

METRIC

King's Grant

x

x x x

x

From $369,900

29

From $328,900

BC

Inquire x

8, 9

From $303,400

22

x

From $889,900

19

x

Inquire

15

x

Mid $300's

24, 25

SOUTH

40 NEW HOME & CONDO GUIDE EASTERN ONTARIO | MAR 7 - 21, 2015

x

x

x

x x

x

x

x

x

x

$219,990

6, 7

x

From $329,990

4, 5

x

Inquire

BC

x

From $259,900

22

x

Inquire

x

From $327,900

18

Inquire

BC

x

Inquire

4, 5

x

Low $200's

4, 5

x

Inquire

8, 9

12

ac he d i m

Site Name

Se

Builder Name

De t

Location

Bu ng To alo w w nh Ad om ul e/ t C Li on fe d st o yl e

ADVERTISERS INDEX

Prices

Page

CENTRAL Central

ASHCROFT

The Next

x

Inquire

IBC

Central

BRIGIL

121 Parkdale

x

Inquire

31

Gatineau

JUNIC

Fusion II

x

From $290,400

21

Quebec

BRIGIL

Domaine du Vieux-port

x

From $252,800

31

Cumberland

METRIC

Camelot Estates

x

Inquire

12

East Orleans

TAMARACK

Cardinal Creek Village

x

Navan

CLARIDGE

Spring Valley Trails

Orléans

METRIC

Orléans

QUEBEC

EAST x

x

x

From $322,900

BC

x

x

x

From $276,900

13

Notting Hill

x

x

Inquire

12

MINTO

Avalon

x

Orléans

TAMARACK

Chaperal

Orléans

VALECRAFT

Bradley Estate

Ottawa East

VALECRAFT

Aviation Private

Rockland

LONGWOOD

Morris Village

Aylmer

LE GROUP HEAFY

Le Square Wilfred

Barrhaven

CAMPANALE

Central

x

Low $200's

x

Inquire

BC

x

From 302,900

22

x

From 299,900

22

From 271,900

20

x

Inquire

C2

Longfields Station

x

Inquire

C5

CLARIDGE HOMES

Icon

x

Inquire

C17

Downtown

LAMB DEVELOPMENTS

Gotham

x

From $233,900

C24

Downtown

MINTO

Landsdowne

x

Inquire

C22

Downtown

MINTO

Upperwest

x

Inquire

C23

Downtown

URBAN CAPITAL

Hideaway

x

From $219,900

Gatineau

LE GROUP HEAFY

Le WE

x

Inquire

C26

Kanata

CARDEL

Kol at Blackstone

x

Inquire

C4

New Edinburgh

MINTO

Beechwood

x

From $299,900

Orleans

CARDEL

Notting Hill

x

Inquire

C4

Orleans

Domicile

Crème

x

Inquire

C3

Ottawa Central

MASTERCRAFT STARWOOD

Soho Champagne

x

Inquire

C25

Ottawa Central

RICHCRAFT

Bowery

x

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C13

Ottawa Central

URBAN CAPITAL

Smarthome

x

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C19

New Edinburgh

DOMICILE

Kavanaugh

x

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C11

South Ottawa

LINDEN DEVELOPMENTS

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C12

South Ottawa

THEBERGE HOMES

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C28

Westboro

WESTBORO POINT

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C27

West Orleans

BRIGIL

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From $193,800

C10

x

x

x

x

IFC, 3

CONDO

C9

C21

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Darling

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Almonte

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Vernon

Russell

Embrun

Iroquois

Morrisburg

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Greely

Kemptville

Nepean

Smith Falls Merrickville

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Vanier

Cumberland

Orleans

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Aylmer

Gatineau

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South Elmsley

Carleton Place

Bathurst

McNab

Arnprior

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