Ottawa New Home + Condo guide – December 7, 2019

Ottawa Dec. 7, 2019–Jan. 4, 2020

The first and only complete guide to pre-construction homes and condos

2019 YEAR IN REVIEW Find your next new home

INSIDE:

ZEROING IN ON ‘THE ONE’

LEGALLY SPEAKING: WHY YOU NEED A SURVEY

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CONTENTS

CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER

Jacky Hill Jacky.Hill@nexthome.ca EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Susan Legge Susan.Legge@nexthome.ca ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung

COVER STORY

EDITOR

Marlene Eisner CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sara Duck Amanda Pereira MEDIA CONSULTANT

Julie DeBoer 613.875.6673 julie.deboer@nexthome.ca SALES & MARKETING CO-ORDINATORS

Gary Chilvers Sarah Khan DISTRIBUTION

distributionteam@nexthome.ca ACCOUNTING INQUIRIES

accountingteam@nexthome.ca DIRECTOR OF PRINT MEDIA

Lauren Reid–Sachs

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ASSISTANT MANAGER

Alicesa Pullan GRAPHIC DESIGNER & PRE-PRESS COORDINATOR

Hannah Yarkony

Year-end review A SELECTION OF NEW-HOME COMMUNITIES FROM OUR 2019 COVER STORIES

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Sandra Hanak–Vujnovic, Johannah Lorenzo, Mike Terentiev, Kathleen Walker, Alice Wu Published by

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INSPIRATIONS

NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

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Space Savers Ten stylish and functional multi-purpose items for your condo

Discover this urban oasis

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BY SARA DUCK

IN EVERY ISSUE ADVICE

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Home Smarts Zeroing in on ‘the one’

BY MARNIE BENNETT

24 Legally Speaking Why you need a survey when you buy a cottage

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Editor’s Note

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#InsideOttawa

30 New Home & Condo Developments

BY JAYSON SCHWARZ LL.M

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EDITOR’S NOTE

WE MAKE IT EASY What does your dream home look like?

Is it a single-family detached home on a large lot in the suburbs, surrounded by trees and nature trails? Or do you desire a luxury condo close to downtown for a convenient lock-andleave lifestyle?

From single-family homes with room to grow and one-level bungalows for downsizers, to condo apartments for singles, couples and firsttime buyers, the new-home market in Ottawa has it all. But with so much out there, it may be difficult to know where to look first.

In this, our last issue of 2019, we’ve compiled short descriptions from some of our 2019 cover stories to help you on your way to finding the home you’ve been dreaming of. We make it easy to compare and contrast everything from home type and price point to neighbourhood amenities and services.

So take a moment, turn to page 14, and ‘read all about it’ in the comfort and warmth of your current home.

Wishing you a joyous holiday season and a happy and healthy New Year. See you in 2020!

MARLENE EISNER EDITOR New Home + Condo Guide EMAIL: marlene.eisner@nexthome.ca TWITTER: @MarleneEisner

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EQ HOMES’ FALL FAIR

FUN FALL FAIR FOR ALL It was a fun day Sunday, Nov. 17 at eQ Homes’ Fall Fair at its eQuinelle community in Kemptville. Participants were treated to face painting, games, food, hot chocolate and the piècede-résistance, horse-drawn carriage rides by Todd and Bill. Visit the eQuinelle Sales Centre at 74 Equinelle Drive, Kemptville to learn more about this fantastic community.

Opening of Harold Brown Park Cardel Homes Ottawa officially opened Harold Brown Park Nov. 16, located down the road from the presentation centre in Creekside. Afterwards, there was an open-house public consultation session at 764 Kirkham Crescent, Richmond to talk with senior land development manager Chris Collins about the upcoming Creekside 2.

Participants were treated to a delicious hot chocolate buffet!

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City Towns in Fernbank On Nov. 23, potential homeowners lined up their lawn chairs early at 632 Cope Drive in Stittsville to get ahead of the crowd at eQ Homes’ final release of its popular City Towns in Fernbank Crossing. The three-storey townhomes start in the mid-$300s, with two-and three-bedroom designs and space for two cars. Those who attended saved $1,000 on a choice of cash back, design upgrades, or both.

Going, going, almost gone Sometimes it pays to be an early bird! Eager future homeowners slept outside overnight to be first in line Nov. 23 for Valecraft Homes’ new lot release in Rathwell Landing, 670 Parade Drive in Stittsville.

The friendly bunch were kept warm with a portable gas fireplace and there were lots of chairs to share ‘round. The owner of Lorenzo Pizza, who has a family member who purchased a home in Rathwell Landing, stopped by and fed the crowd free slices.

It was a busy day filled with smiling faces as 20 of the 28 lots were reserved in one day! nexthome.ca 11

ADVICE | HOME SMARTS

ZEROING IN ON

“THE ONE” MARNIE BENNETT

When I’m getting to know new clients, I sometimes sense they’re feeling overwhelmed by all the options on the new-home market.

While approaching the home search with an open mind is helpful, it’s equally important to recognize the aspects of a home that are truly important to you.

Compromise is often part of the process, but there are always a few items that are simply nonnegotiable – and, believe it or not, it can take a bit of soul-searching to discover what they are.

I like to sit down with my clients and have an in-depth conversation about their practical needs as well as their “dream home” ideals. The following questions can help to unearth some key priorities.

Life stages – Families evolve, and it’s wise to consider the future as well as the present. Do you plan to have children? Do you have teenagers who will be moving away soon? Are you close to retirement? Will you need a home that can accommodate different stages of life? These questions can go a long way in helping you decide what type and size of home will best meet your needs.

Lifestyles – The way your family works and plays is fundamental in choosing a neighbourhood. How much commuting are you willing to do every day? How much will your commuting costs be?

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costs of gas and perhaps a second car can add up quickly; sometimes spending the extra money for a more central location is balanced by savings elsewhere. How do you spend your leisure time, whether it’s playing sports, visiting cultural hot spots, exploring nature or cocooning with the family? How close would you like to live to extended family and friends?

How important are good schools, recreation facilities and walking paths?

Size requirements – How many bedrooms and bathrooms are needed? Do you need space for a hobby, storage or home office? A family room? A two-car garage?

Special features – These can range from the indulgent to the absolutely necessary. Do you want air conditioning, a fireplace or a swimming pool? Do you require certain features to accommodate family members with special needs? Are you interested in saving energy, enhancing indoor

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air quality and reducing your environmental impact?

We all have different priorities.

Ask yourself which ones are closest to your heart, and the right home will follow!

To receive a FREE copy of a new special report titled “Homebuyers: How to Save Thousands of Dollars When You Buy,” email sales@bennettpros.com Marnie Bennett is a Broker and CEO of 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 Bennett Real Estate and Wealth Show” every Saturday at 1 p.m. on 580 CFRA. bennettpros.com

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ING L L E S NOW

A NOV E L A DDI T ION T O S A N DY H I L L Stylishly crafted with a modern outlook and inspired world-class amenities, The Charlotte will be Ottawa’s premier condominium residence. Be part of Sandy Hill’s new chapter with a walkable, bikeable, shoppable, delectable location near ByWard Market, Rideau Station, University of Ottawa and Parliament Hill.

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COVER STORY

2019 YEAR IN REVIEW FIND YOUR NEXT NEW HOME

by MARLENE EISNER

What does your dream home look like? Is it a singlefamily detached home on a large lot in the suburbs, surrounded by trees and nature trails? Or do you desire a luxury condo close to downtown for a convenient lock-and-leave lifestyle?

From single-family homes with room to grow and one-level bungalows for downsizers, to condo apartments for singles, couples and first-time buyers, the new-home market in Ottawa has it all. But with so much out there, it may be difficult to know where to look first.

Searching the Internet is one way, but the information is so segregated, it’s hard to line up all the properties side-by-side to make comparisons. It can be overwhelming and sometimes make you feel as if you need to be an Excel spreadsheet expert in order 14

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to keep track of all the new developments, never mind which is the one that checks off all your musthave boxes.

In this, our last issue of 2019, we’ve compiled short descriptions from some of our 2019 cover stories to help you on your way to finding the home you’ve been dreaming of.

Each development on the next few pages offers something different and will appeal to a variety of tastes, lifestyles and budgets. Contact information at the end of each description makes it easy find out more, and perhaps visit a presentation centre.

So take a moment to ‘read all about it’ in the comfort and warmth of your current home. Wishing you a joyous holiday season, and the best of luck in finding your next new home.

Claridge River’s Edge River’s Edge is a new 100-acre community in Riverside South with an astounding array of beautiful homes: Single-family, bungalow, semi-detached and townhomes from Claridge Homes’ Landmark series.

Located in a beautiful, picturesque community in South Ottawa close to the Rideau River. It’s city living with a country vibe surrounded by natural beauty, easy access to waterfront parks, pathways and ravines. Home prices start in the mid-$400's, with a large variety of floorplans to choose from. Sales Centre: 591 Summerhill Street. Contact 613.822.6444.

DID YOU KNOW?

Riverside South will soon feature an LRT station at its Community Core, complete with Rapid Transit Bus Routes nearby.

Claridge Sundance Village Sundance Village is a new-home community by Claridge Homes in an idyllic location with a variety of building types and price points. Phase 3 in Sundance Village offers up Claridge’s popular Landmark Series models in townhomes and singles and a choice of three different elevation styles (Craftsman B, Craftsman C or Contemporary), plus a Design Centre Bonus ranging from $3,000 to $10,000. Findlay Creek has restaurants, banks, a medical centre, many schools, bus routes, and is close to the 417. Sales Centre: 779 Fiddlehead Street. Contact: 613.425.1332.

DID YOU KNOW?

Phase 3 features unique oversized single-family lots ranging from 40-50 ft., an offering specific to this Claridge Home community.

Phoenix Homes Phoenix Homes is a name synonymous with sophisticated home and condo designs and has been building quality singles, townhomes, condo flats and bungalows in Ottawa since 1988. With eight projects – six on the go now and two to come – whether it’s a condo flat, townhome, bungalow or detached singlefamily home, there is a Phoenix Homes community for every lifestyle and budget. There’s Terra Flats at Fernbank Crossing; Diamondview Estates; White Tail Ridge in Almonte, Shadow Ridge in Greely; Pathways at Findlay Creek; and Junction at Barrhaven. For more information, go to phoenixhomes.ca DID YOU KNOW?

Phoenix Homes is the most flexible tract builder when it comes to changes it allows; it is almost a custom/tract builder. nexthome.ca 15

Caivan The Conservancy The Conservancy, Barrhaven is an elegant community that capitalizes on its natural location near the Jock River, and showcases a full range of the finely crafted OpenPlan™ designs for which Caivan is known, in a setting that encourages neighbours to balance work and play. Trails and parks make it easy to enjoy nature to the fullest.

Phase I of The Conservancy boasts 132 singledetached homes and 73 two-storey townhomes with double-car garages. Lots are designed to take advantage of their natural setting, with many single-detached homes backing onto greenspace.

Sales Centre at 4100 Strandherd Drive, Suite 115, bcsales@caivan.com or contact 613.518.2364.

Caivan The Ridge The Ridge in Barrhaven is close to many stores, community centres and schools in an established neighbourhood, while also being just a few minutes from parks, golf courses, greenspace, and the extensive trail system.

It’s just a quick drive up Borrisokane Road to discover unique restaurants and coffee shops, numerous retailers, and a busy cinema complex. Two-storey single-detached homes are set on 35-, 37-, 42- and 50-ft. lots, with 12 floorplans, while two-storey townhomes offer an unprecedented 25-ft.-wide lot frontage. info@caivan.com

Minto Quinn’s Pointe Quinn’s Pointe, Minto Communities’ Barrhaven South neighbourhood, is minutes from the centre of Barrhaven and shops at Strandherd Drive and Greenbank Road. Costco and Citigate are also a quick drive away, as is the accessible Minto Recreation Complex. The newest phase of Quinn’s Pointe is opening its home collection to brand-new floorplans as well as welcoming back favourite designs from Phase 1, with single-family homes and townhomes.

Sales centre at 4005 Strandherd Drive, Nepean, call 613.823.1900 or visit MintoQuinnsPointe.com DID YOU KNOW?

Some streets in Quinn’s Pointe are named after local heroes: Alex Polowin, a WWII Navy Veteran; Lynn Coulter, a former Justice of the Peace; and Supt. Ralph Erfle and Sgt. Robin Easey.

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Valecraft Deerfield II condos Deerfield Village 2 is an environmentally friendly community in Ottawa South that offers new EnergyStar-efficient townhomes and condo-flats. Located just off Lester Road and Bank Street, residents have easy access to an active, outdoor life. Head to Sawmill Creek to play soccer in the park, or go for a leisurely jog. There are seven townhome models from which to choose, including two award-winning floorplans, and three-storey condo-flats designed to blend with the surrounding townhomes, perfect for first-time buyers or downsizers. Valecraft.com DID YOU KNOW?

Deerfield II Condos all have a private entry, with no corridors. There is a wheelchair accessible unit per building and all condos have two bedrooms and two full bathrooms.

Cardel Miller’s Crossing Miller’s Crossing in Carleton Place is adjacent to the Beckwith Trail. Surrounded by the calming allure of nature, Carleton Place offers big-city convenience with a rural advantage. With an impressive variety of homes including single-family, townhomes, bungalow semis and bungalow-towns, Miller’s Crossing is sought after by first-time buyers, move-up clients and downsizers. Sales Centre: 2 Flegg Way, Carleton Place. Call 613.253.1959 or visit cardelhomes.com DID YOU KNOW?

All of the streets in Miller’s Crossing are named after veterans who grew up in the town of Carleton Place.

Cardel Creekside Backing onto greenspace and including a park, Creekside is an ideal place for young families.

Convenient amenities within walking distance include the Independent Grocers, TD Bank, Tim Hortons and an LCBO. The community is also perfect for downsizers looking to get away from city life. Buyers can choose between 43-ft. and 47-ft. lots as well as 11 different single-family plans. All models feature exemplary standards, undeniable curb appeal and unwavering attention to detail. Sales Centre at 764 Kirkham Crescent, Richmond or call 613-444-0440.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Harold Brown park in Creekside was named after Harold Brown, who played a huge part in the history of the landmark Richmond Bakery, which opened in 1930. nexthome.ca 17

D O W N T O W N

PARLIAMENT STATION

LYON STATION

LIGHT RAIL Luxury urban living above the Lyon LRT Station.

CLARIDGE MOON SALES CENTRE 56 Nepean St 613.218.8536 moon.claridgehomes.com

BYWARD MARKET

RIDEAU STATION

UOTTAWA STATION

TO LUXURY Your new address in Ottawa’s ByWard Market, where everything is local.

CLARIDGE ROYALE SALES CENTRE 244 Rideau St 613.241.3235 royale.claridgehomes.com

claridgehomes.com Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

eQ Homes eQuinelle A 450-acre master-planned community launched 10 years ago by eQ Homes in the charming town of Kemptville, offering bungalows, two-storey singles and towns. Local amenities include a medical clinic with doctor’s office and pharmacy, a family-friendly playground and a connection to the 150+ kms of nature trails. With a 20,000-sq.-ft. clubhouse with a restaurant, a large gymnasium/multi-purpose room, workout room with gym equipment, yoga room, arts and crafts room, an outdoor swimming pool and more. Contact: 613.258.6488. equinelle.ca DID YOU KNOW?

The eQuinelle community includes the Ottawa area’s most awarded public golf course.

eQ Homes The River Terraces II at Greystone Village The River Terraces II at Greystone is a nine-storey boutique condominium, part of eQ Home’s awardwinning community, Greystone Village. Offering suite designs from a bachelor to two-bedrooms-plus-den with expansive terrace views. The River Terraces I & II include a 950-sq.-ft. fitness studio, a guest suite, the Terraces dining room, and much more. Presentation centre: 223 Main Street (at Hazel), Ottawa. Visit greystonevillage.ca or call 613.569.3043.

DID YOU KNOW?

Greystone Village is an award-winning community and one of only eight in North America and three in Canada to receive LEED ND v4 SILVER certification.

Richcraft The Charlotte Located in Sandy Hill, The Charlotte, a luxurious new residential development, is a mix of studio, onebedroom, one-bedroom plus den/flex space and two-bedroom suites, perfect for first-time buyers, as well as urban professionals, downsizers and investors.

Amenities include: A 24-hour concierge; pet wash station; bike tune-up room; parcel room; guest suite for out-of-town visitors; P2 ski lockers; party room with bar and dining area with caterers’ kitchen; a stunning rooftop outdoor pool with cabanas, outdoor shower, sun loungers, dining areas, lounge area with gas fire pit and BBQ area, plus beautiful views of Ottawa. For more information, call 613.680.0592, or visit thecharlottecondos.com.

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SINGLES

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Merry Christmas - Joyeux Noël From the Valecraft family to yours - wishing you a happy and healthy holiday filled with love and joyful memories.

LIVE IN OTTAWA’S WEST END! KANATA

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Zen Urban Flats NOW RELEASED, Townhomes, Singles, and Townhomes and Singles Bungalows. coming soon!

10 new models NOW OPEN. Sales Centre: 186 Overberg Way 613-219-8746 bridlewood@claridgehomes.com

Sales Centre: 565 Bobolink Ridge 613-617-0001 westwood@claridgehomes.com

claridgehomes.com Prices and speciďŹ cations are subject to change without notice. E.&O.E.

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WHY YOU NEED A SURVEY JAYSON SCHWARZ

Living in a home or cottage by the water is a dream for many Ontarians. But how do you get there without all of the hidden dangers that exist in buying your dream? Buying a cottage or country home is different in many ways from buying a house or a condo in the city. There are different kinds of ownership, and more importantly, there is a huge difference in title and things that need to be checked in cottage country. This article will focus on one part of buying a 24

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simple freehold cottage or home somewhere in Ontario on a lake.

If you have identified a cottage you want, and the agent has done up the Agreement of Purchase and Sale (the “Offer”) and you are ready to sign . . . WAIT!!!!!!!

The first question to be asked before you sign anything is whether there is a current survey, an existing survey or if the vendor should supply one. This is a must when buying outside the city. The reason is that cottage and country lots are often irregular and may have uncertain boundaries. They may have easements, shore road allowances and road allowances running through them. The cottage may have been built too close to the water or a lot line or maybe access is only available

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through a neighbour’s property. All of these things can lead to danger, disappointment or disaster. We recommend to all of our clients that if a survey is not available and the vendor doesn’t cooperate, then the purchaser must have the right to have a survey done at his or her expense and has a right to terminate the transaction if the survey discloses a matter that, in the purchaser’s unfettered discretion, detracts from their enjoyment of the property.

The survey will disclose many of the matters that can be of concern. As an example, a friend recently purchased a cottage and in the heat of the moment, waived the survey clause, but still had the right to do one. …cont’d on p. 26

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The first question to be asked before you sign anything is whether there is a current survey, an existing survey or if the vendor should supply one. This is a must when buying outside the city.

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His survey disclosed that a ‘Road Allowance’ cut through the middle of the property and in fact, bisected the original cottage built in 1932. A Road Allowance is a 66-ft.-wide strip that generally runs from a township road through private property to the lake and, if needed, could be developed by the local municipality to provide access for the public to the lake.

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township offered to lease the area around the building for 99 years.

Almost every lake in Ontario has a deeded parcel that belongs to the local municipality running along the shoreline. This is called the ‘Shore Road Allowance’. Many years ago, this was put into place to allow public access to the water for roads, lumbering and public use of all kinds. As development has evolved and private individuals have acquired and built on the property abutting the Shore Road Allowance, it has become the practice of the municipalities to sell the Shore Road Allowance to the adjacent owner. The survey will demonstrate where it is and who owns it.

The next issue is to establish the boundary lines. Cottage properties

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are often ill defined, and if you have plans to demolish, rebuild, remodel, add or subtract buildings on the land you are buying, this is critical. Quite often, access is an issue either for you to get into your home because it may be on a private road (who owns it?) or others may have the right to drive over your property, which can be quite disturbing.

So there it is! The first thing to consider, GET THAT SURVEY! It is not something to be overlooked.

Buying a cottage or country home should be an enjoyable experience. Please find a lawyer who understands rural property and get good legal advice BEFORE you firm up that offer.

Jayson Schwarz LL.M. is a Toronto real estate lawyer and partner in the law firm Schwarz Law LLP. Visit online at schwarzlaw.ca or email info@schwarzlaw.ca with your questions, concerns, critiques and quandaries.

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RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY

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Minutes away from Petrie Island and its sumptuous beach, and only seconds away from riverfront bicycle paths, the 16-storey Tower II at Petrie’s Landing is a gem, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Ottawa River. Brigil provides 5-star services such as a fitness centre, a rooftop terrace with pool, spa and BBQ amenities, an indoor parking lot and an urban lounge to get away… at home.

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10 multi-purpose items for your condo that are both functional and stylish.

Friheten corner sofa-bed with storage. $800. Ikea.ca

Terrace console. $559. Westelm.ca

Symfonisk table lamp with WiFi speaker. $249.

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Danielle queen channel headboard with upholstered storage base in fog. $3,098.

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Theophanes leaning/ladder desk by Mercury Row. $325.

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Jorge II storage ottoman in chartreuse by Distinctly Home. $999. Thebay.com Front-load ventless combination washer and dryer

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NEW HOME & CONDO DEVELOPMENTS

FIND YOUR NEXT HOME These listings offer a comprehensive overview of new-home and condo developments currently available throughout the Greater Ottawa Area and the Gatineau.

Legend: D = Detached SD = Semi–Detached B = Bungalow TH = Townhome TR = Terrace C = Condo = Highlighted listings are advertised in this issue of New Home + Condo Guide. Please refer to page number for more information.

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Almonte

Phoenix Homes

White Tail Ridge 1590 Diamondview Rd., Carp

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Neilcorp

Mill Run, Marshall’s Bay Meadows

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Arnprior

Campanale

Callahan Estates

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Carleton Place

Brigil

Carleton Crossing 235 King Street

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Cardel

Miller’s Crossing 2 Flegg Way

D

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TH

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Carleton Place

Longwood Builders

Jackson Ridge

D

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–

Carp

Phoenix Homes

Diamondview Estate 1590 Diamondview Rd., Carp

D

–

B

Kanata

Cardel

Blackstone 106 Westphalian

D

–

Kanata

HN Homes

Kanata Lakes

D

–

Kanata

Mattamy

Blackstone South 5505 Fernbank Road

D

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TH

–

–

$409’s

Kanata

Minto

Arcadia, Morgan’s Creek

D

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TH

TR

–

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Kanata

Metric Homes

Trail View

D

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TH

–

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Kanata

Richcraft

Bradley Commons 343 Haliburton Heights

D

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B

TH

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$434’s

613-435-1183 richcraft.com

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Kanata

Uniform

Richardson Ridge

D

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TH

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–

–

–

Kanata

Urbandale

Bradley Commons

D

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TH

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–

Richmond

Caivan

Fox Run 6350 Perth Street

D

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–

Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

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Richmond

Cardel

Creekside 764 Kirkham Crescent

D

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–

–

–

Inquire

613-444-0440 cardelhomes.com

4

Richmond

Cedarstone

Kings Creek, Richmond Oaks

D

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–

–

–

–

–

Richmond

Metric Homes

Fox Run

D

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–

Stittsville

Cardel

EdenWylde 106 Westphalian

D

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TH

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–

Inquire

613-435-5704 cardelhomes.com

4

Stittsville

Claridge

565 Bobolink Drive Westwood

D

–

B

TH

–

–

$406’s

613-617-0001 claridgehomes.com

Stittsville

eQ Homes

Fernbank Crossing 632 Cope Drive

D

–

B

TH

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$300’s

613-404-8075 eqhomes.ca

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$457

SD

B

TH

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SD

TH

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–

613-461-0277 phoenix.ca

2, 3

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$324’s

613-909-5315 brigil.com

27, 35

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Inquire

613-253-1959 cardelhomes.com

4

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–

$490’s

613-461-0277 phoenix.ca

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TH

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Inquire

613-836-9521 cardelhomes.com

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TH

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–

–

– 613-836-7437 mattamyhomes.com

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LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME

Stittsville

Phoenix

Fernbank Crossing 332 Haliburton Heights

PROPERTY TYPE

FROM

CONTACT

C

$400’s

613-435-7062 phoenixhomes.ca

–

–

–

TH

–

Stittsville

Richcraft

Fernbank Crossing, Westwood 343 Haliburton Heights

D

–

B

–

Stittsville

Tartan

EdenWylde

D

–

–

Stittsville

Tamarack

Westwood, Poole Creek Village

D

–

B

Stittsville

Valecraft

Rathwell Landing 670 Parade Drive

D

–

Nepean

Claridge

Stirling Park #107-330 Titan Private

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Nepean

Maple Leaf

The Village at the Schoolyard

Westboro

Surface Condos

West Centretown

Claridge

Centretown

PG. 2, 3

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$550’s

613-435-1183 richcraft.com

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TH

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TH

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B

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$440’s

613-435-8141 valecraft.com

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C

$299’s

613-224-0330

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Westboro Lofts

–

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–

Icon 485 Preston Street

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C

$348

613-695-1441 claridgehomes.com

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Ashcroft

eResidences

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–

–

–

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–

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Centretown

Brad Lamb Realty

SoBa 203 Catherine St.

–

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–

–

–

C

Inquire

sobaottawa.com

–

Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Moon

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–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

613-218-8536 claridgehomes.com

18, 19

Centretown

Claridge

Claridge Plaza 4 , Claridge Royale 244 Rideau Street

–

–

–

–

–

C

$577

613-241-3235 claridgehomes.com

18, 19

Centretown

Richcraft

The Bowery 255 Bay Street

–

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C

$306

613-695-7577 richcraft.com

13

Centretown

Richcraft

The Charlotte 560 Rideau Street

–

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C

$200’s

thecharlottecondos.com

13

Centretown

Dream Investment

Zibi

–

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–

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–

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–

Lowertown

Claridge

Waterstreet 316 Bruyere Street

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C

$407

613-241-3235 claridgehomes.com

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Old Ottawa East

eQ Homes

Greystone Village II 175A Main Street

D

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TH

–

C

Inquire

Old Ottawa East

The Properties Group

129 Main

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Old Ottawa East

Uniform

Echo

–

–

–

–

–

Barrhaven

Caivan

The Conservancy , The Ridge #115-4100 Strandherd Drive

D

–

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TH

Barrhaven

Mattamy

Half Moon Bay 3454 Greenbank Road

D

–

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TH

Barrhaven

Uniform

Grandview Court

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B

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–

Barrhaven

Minto

Harmony, Quinn’s Pointe

D

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TH

TR

–

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–

Barrhaven

Glenview Homes

Flagstaff 41 Deerfox Drive

D

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TH

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Inquire

613-316-1148 glenviewhomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Claridge

Sundance 779 Fiddlehead Street

D

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TH

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$309’s

613-425-1332 claridgehomes.com

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Findlay Creek

Claridge

Lilythorne 4789 Bank Street

D

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TH

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$407’s

343-961-9106 claridgehomes.com

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Findlay Creek

eQ Homes

Pathways at Findlay Creek 122 Dun Skipper Road

D

SD

B

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C

$300’s

613-822-7247 eqhomes.ca

Central

613-569-3043

5

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Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

2, 5

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$279’s

613-825-7932 mattamyhomes.com

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LOCATION

BUILDER

Findlay Creek

Phoenix

Findlay Creek

Richcraft

Findlay Creek

SITE NAME Pathways at Findlay Creek 114 Dun Skipper Road

PROPERTY TYPE

FROM

D

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B

TH

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$400’s

Pathways at Findlay Creek 126 Dun Skipper Road

D

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TH

–

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$412’s

Tartan

Findlay Creek Village

D

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B

TH

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Findlay Creek

Tamarack

Findlay Creek Village

D

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TH

–

Findlay Creek

HN Homes

Cowan’s Grove

D

–

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TH

Findlay Creek

Urbandale

Cowan’s Grove

D

–

B

Greely

Phoenix

Shadow Ridge

D

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Greely

Bulat

The Quinn Farm

D

Greely

Parkview Homes

Lakeland Meadows

Kemptville

eQ Homes

Manotick

eQ Homes

Manotick

CONTACT 613-219-6862 phoenixhomes.ca

PG. 2, 3

613-822-9714 richcraft.com

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TH

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Equinelle 74 eQuinelle Drive

D

SD

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TH

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$300’s

613-258-6488 eqhomes.ca

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Riverwalk 78 eQuinelle Drive

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B

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$450’s

613-618-3204 eqhomes.ca

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TH

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Minto

Mahogany

Ottawa South

Valecraft

Deerfield Village II 511 Fawn Valley Private

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TH

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C

$260’s

613-421-8142 valecraft.com

Riverside South

Claridge

River’s Edge 769 River Road

D

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TH

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$427’s

343-961-9202 claridghomes.com

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Riverside South

Richcraft

Riverside South 744 Brian Good Ave

D

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TH

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$540’s

613-491-0834 richcraft.com

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Riverside South

HN Homes

Riverside South

D

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TH

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Riverside South

Urbandale

Riverside South

D

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TH

–

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Riverside South

Urbandale

Jazz Condos, Allora Condos

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ClarenceRockland

eQ Homes

Clarence Crossing 235 L’etang Street

D

–

B

TH

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C

$290’s

613-862-0167 eqhomes.com

5

ClarenceRockland

Longwood Builders

Morris Village

D

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B

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–

–

–

ClarenceRockland

CH Clement Construction

Morris Village

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TH

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Embrun

Valecraft

Place St. Thomas 605 Bruxelles St

D

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B

–

–

–

$380’s

613-370-0288 valecraft.com

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Embrun

Devcore

Fauberge Ste–Marie

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–

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–

Embrun

Melanie Construction

Ste–Marie Hamlet

D

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–

–

–

–

–

Embrun

SACA Homes

Place St. Thomas

D

SD

–

Orleans

Ashcroft

Eastboro

D

–

Orleans

Brigil

Petrie’s Landing 8865 Jean d’Arc Blvd.

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Orleans

Caivan

Orleans Village 3490 Innes Road

D

Orleans

Claridge

Spring Valley Trails 247 Joshua Street

D

East

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TH

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C

Inquire

613-706-4262 brigil.com

27, 35

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B

TH

–

–

Inquire

613-518-2364 caivan.com

1, 5

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TH

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$300’s

613-841-0560 claridgehomes.com

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LOCATION

BUILDER

SITE NAME Provence 1375 Trim Road

PROPERTY TYPE

Orleans

eQ Homes

Orleans

D

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TH

–

–

$450’s

Minto

Avalon Encore

D

–

–

TH

–

–

–

Orleans

Richcraft

Trails Edge, Axis Court 203 Shinleaf Crescent

D

Orleans

Mattamy

Summerside South 2496 Tenth Line Road

D

Orleans

Tamarack

Cardinal Creek

D

Ottawa East

Mattamy

Wateridge Village at Rockliffe 895 Montreal Road

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TH

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$299’s

Ottawa East

Uniform

Wateridge Village at Rockliffe

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TH

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Russell

Corvinelli Homes

Russell Trails

D

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–

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Russell

Melanie Construction

Sunset Flats

D

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Russell

Tartan Homes

Russell Trails

D

SD

B

–

–

–

–

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Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau du Parc 534 boul. Des Grives

D

–

B

–

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–

Inquire

819-776-4663 brigil.com

27, 35

Gatineau

Brigil

Plateau Symmes 895-3 boul. Du Plateau

D

–

B

TH

–

–

Inquire

819-571-4663 brigil.com

27, 35

Gatineau

Brigil

Domaine du Vieux–Port 1400 St-Joseph Blvd

D

–

–

–

–

–

Inquire

819-777-4663 brigil.com

27, 35

Gatineau

Brigil

Le Columbia 376 St. Joseph Blvd.

–

–

–

–

–

C

Inquire

613-454-1578 brigil.com

–

Gatineau

Groupe Heafey Group

NIU 2

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

Chelsea

Hendrick

Hendrick Farm

D

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–

TH

–

–

–

–

Gatineau

Richcraft

La Croisee Aylmer 137 Rue du Golf

D

–

–

–

–

–

819-682-7000 richcraft.com

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FROM

TH

–

–

TH SD

B

–

–

–

CONTACT 613-355-7863 eqhomes.ca

PG.

–

–

$260’s

613-424-6600 richcraft.com

$390’s

613-837-5056 mattamyhomes.com

–

– 613-421-7127 mattamy.com

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

BARRHAVEN AN URBAN OASIS

by DAVID LINDSAY

+MORE PHOTOS AND STATS ONLINE: nexthome.ca/barrhaven Barrhaven is bounded to the north by the Greenbelt, to the east by the Rideau River, to the west

by Hwy. 416, and to the south by the Jock River. Sometimes called ‘Farhaven’ by outsiders, enlightened residents know the commute to downtown is worth the countless benefits of this family-friendly oasis.

Barrhaven is the family mecca of Ottawa. From the many parks and splash pads, to the abundance of family-oriented restaurants, Barrhaven is geared toward children and their parents. The unofficial mode of transportation is the mini-van, sharing the road amicably with cyclists and foot traffic on local sidewalks. In colder months, you’ll be hard-pressed to find people outdoors; Barrhavenites know 34

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that winter is a time to hibernate by watching a movie at the local theatre, working out at the Walter Baker Sports Centre, or using the facilities at the library or the Minto Recreation Complex.

Many take the drive out to Barrhaven because it’s a better value than neighbourhoods in the downtown core. It is said that once you move to Barrhaven, you’ll never want to leave! As a result of this one-way migration, there’s a mix of young families, families with teenage kids and empty-nesters. Retirement homes are on the rise, as the senior population wants to be close to their children and grandchildren.

Yes, “Farhaven” is far, but as residents say, it’s a drive you get used to. Within minutes you have access to the 416, 417

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and the OC Transpo Transitway.

There is also a Via Rail station on Fallowfield. Barrhaven is also only a few minutes from the Ottawa International Airport.

With the new bridge connecting Strandherd to Prince of Wales, getting around the city has never been easier.

Residents love Barrhaven because they never have to leave. A main commercial district lies along Strandherd Drive with big box and grocery stores, restaurants, a Costco and corporate buildings at Citigate.

Parks and schools sit at almost every corner and many of the schools in Barrhaven are some of the top-rated in the city.

David Lindsay is a writer and full-time Ottawa resident.

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