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BRADY TRAN REAL ESTATE · OTTAWA SOUTH

Ottawa

SOUTH

Ottawa's Most Family-Friendly Communities — Space, Schools & Value

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SECTION 01 — AREA OVERVIEW

Overview for

Ottawa South

A fast-growing collection of family-friendly communities stretching south of the Greenbelt — from Barrhaven’s master-planned suburbs to Manotick’s riverside village charm.
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198K
Population
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$142K
Avg HH Income
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74%
Owner Occupied
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22 min
To Downtown
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41%
University Educated
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52
Walk Score
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BRT
Transitway Access
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↑ 7.8%
YoY Growth

Section 02 — Communities

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Section 02 — Communities

Neighbourhoods &

Communities

From Barrhaven's new-build communities to Manotick's historic village centre — every pocket of Ottawa South, mapped.

Family · Master-Planned · Value
Barrhaven
Ottawa's largest and fastest-growing suburb. Top-rated schools, parks, and shopping — the gold standard for family living south of the Greenbelt.
FamiliesNew BuildsTop Schools
New Build · Riverside · Growth
Riverside South
One of Ottawa's fastest-expanding communities. Brand new infrastructure, LRT Phase 2 station planned, and Rideau River greenspace at your doorstep.
LRT ComingAppreciationNew Builds
Affordable · Growing · Connected
Findlay Creek
A newer community near the airport with excellent value. Modern homes, quiet streets, and easy highway access to downtown and the east end.
First-Time BuyersAirport AccessValue
Village · Luxury · Riverside
Manotick
Ottawa's most charming village. Heritage homes, waterfront properties on the Rideau River, boutique dining, and a community feel unlike anywhere else in the city.
WaterfrontLuxuryVillage Life
Established · Quiet · Mature
Nepean South
Mature established community with larger lots, tall trees, and excellent value. Popular with downsizers and families looking for space without premium pricing.
DownsizersLarge LotsQuiet
Rural · Acreage · Exclusive
Greely
Rural acreage living with easy highway access. Estate-style properties, hobby farms, and privacy — all within 30 minutes of the city core.
AcreageEstate HomesRural

Urban · Walkable · Luxury

Westboro

From Westboro's walkable main street to Kanata's tech corridors — every pocket of Ottawa West, mapped.

Walkable Young Professionals Boutique Retail NCC Pathways

Urban · Walkable · Luxury

Westboro

From Westboro's walkable main street to Kanata's tech corridors — every pocket of Ottawa West, mapped.

Walkable Young Professionals Boutique Retail NCC Pathways

Urban · Walkable · Luxury

Westboro

From Westboro's walkable main street to Kanata's tech corridors — every pocket of Ottawa West, mapped.

Walkable Young Professionals Boutique Retail NCC Pathways

Urban · Walkable · Luxury

Westboro

From Westboro's walkable main street to Kanata's tech corridors — every pocket of Ottawa West, mapped.

Walkable Young Professionals Boutique Retail NCC Pathways

Urban · Walkable · Luxury

Westboro

From Westboro's walkable main street to Kanata's tech corridors — every pocket of Ottawa West, mapped.

Walkable Young Professionals Boutique Retail NCC Pathways

Urban · Walkable · Luxury

Westboro

From Westboro's walkable main street to Kanata's tech corridors — every pocket of Ottawa West, mapped.

Walkable Young Professionals Boutique Retail NCC Pathways

SECTION 03 — DEMOGRAPHICS

Ottawa South

by the numbers

A thriving urban community with strong owner-occupancy, diverse households, and above-average incomes driving consistent real estate demand.
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Household Composition
Couples with Children48%
Couples without Children28%
Single Person14%
Other Households10%
Age Distribution
Under 1828%
18 – 3422%
35 – 5436%
55 +14%

Section 04 — Property Types

Housing &

Property Types

Every category available in Ottawa South — from spacious detached family homes to riverside estate properties, with typical price ranges to help you self-qualify fast.

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Detached Homes
Detached Homes
$680K – $1.6M+
Single-family detached across Barrhaven, Nepean South, and Manotick. Larger lots and newer builds than central Ottawa.
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Semi-Detached
Semi-Detached
$560K – $780K
Popular entry point across Barrhaven and Riverside South. Modern finishes, attached garage, private yard.
03
Townhomes
Townhomes
$480K – $680K
Most abundant property type in new Barrhaven developments. Strong rental demand from families relocating south.
04
Condos
Condos
$320K – $540K
Limited but growing supply in Barrhaven town centre. Ideal for downsizers and first-time buyers seeking south-end convenience.
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Waterfront / Estate
Waterfront / Estate
$1.1M – $3.5M+
Rideau River waterfront in Manotick and Greely. Some of Ottawa's most exclusive and rarely traded properties.
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New Development
New Development
Pre-Sale Available
Active master-planned developments in Riverside South and Barrhaven South. First access through Brady.

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Detached Homes

$950K – $2.4M+

Classic and contemporary homes on generous lots. Many luxury infills newly built.

01

Detached Homes

$950K – $2.4M+

Classic and contemporary homes on generous lots. Many luxury infills newly built.

01

Detached Homes

$950K – $2.4M+

Classic and contemporary homes on generous lots. Many luxury infills newly built.

01

Detached Homes

$950K – $2.4M+

Classic and contemporary homes on generous lots. Many luxury infills newly built.

01

Detached Homes

$950K – $2.4M+

Classic and contemporary homes on generous lots. Many luxury infills newly built.

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Detached Homes

$950K – $2.4M+

Classic and contemporary homes on generous lots. Many luxury infills newly built.

Market Performance

& Trends

$782K
↑ 7.8% YoY
Average Sale Price
21
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Avg Days on Market
99.1%
↑ Seller's Market
List-to-Sale Ratio
56
↑ 14% vs Last Year
Sales This Quarter
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↑ 8.4% YoY

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↑ 8.4% YoY

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AI Market Insight
"Ottawa South continues to attract families priced out of the central core, driving consistent demand for detached homes in Barrhaven and Riverside South. With LRT Phase 2 extending south, properties within 800 metres of planned stations are already seeing premiums of 6–9% over comparable homes outside the corridor."

Section 06 — Education

Schools &

Education

Key schools serving families across Ottawa South — from public and Catholic elementary to strong secondary programs in Barrhaven and Nepean.

Public Elementary
Longfields-Davidson Heights PS
JK–Gr 8 · 8.9/10
Barrhaven
Walter Baker PS
JK–Gr 6 · 8.6/10
Barrhaven
Riverside South PS
JK–Gr 6 · 8.4/10
Riverside South
Manotick Public School
JK–Gr 6 · 8.2/10
Manotick
Catholic Elementary
St. Joseph Catholic
JK–Gr 8 · 8.8/10
Barrhaven
Sacred Heart Catholic
JK–Gr 8 · 8.5/10
Manotick
Secondary Schools
Longfields-Davidson Heights SS
Gr 9–12 · 8.8/10
Barrhaven
John McCrae Secondary
Gr 9–12 · 8.6/10
Barrhaven
Merivale High School
Gr 9–12 · 8.2/10
Nepean South
Post-Secondary
Algonquin College
18 min by car
Woodroffe Campus
Carleton University
24 min by car
Via Airport Pkwy
University of Ottawa
30 min by car
Via Hwy 416

Section 07 — Transportation

Transportation &

Commuting

Downtown Ottawa
22 min
By car via Hwy 417
Parliament Hill
26 min
By car or Transitway
Ottawa Airport
12 min
By car via Airport Pkwy
Kanata North (Tech Park)
32 min
By car via Hwy 416 N
Manotick Village
14 min
By car via Strandherd Dr

Section 08 — Lifestyle

Amenities &

Lifestyle

What makes Ottawa South worth the drive — trails, rivers, golf, and a pace of life that suburban Ottawa does better than anywhere else in the city.

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Rivers & Trails
Rideau River waterfront, Jock River trails, Manotick boat launches, and extensive NCC Greenbelt pathways.
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Shopping & Retail
Barrhaven Town Centre, Strandherd commercial strip, Manotick Village boutiques, and South Keys shopping.
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Recreation & Golf
Cedarhill Golf Club, Rideau Carleton Raceway, Minto Recreation Complex, and Barrhaven Community Centre.
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Restaurants & Cafés
The Homestead, Bridgehead Manotick, Atkins on the Water, and a growing dining scene along Strandherd Dr.
IDEAL FOR
First-Time Buyers Families Professionals Investors Downsizers

"Westboro offers the best of urban Ottawa —
world-class dining, nature access, and real estate
that holds its value."

Investment & Rental Outlook

Rental demand, typical rents, and cash flow commentary for Ottawa South — from Barrhaven townhomes to Manotick detached properties with strong long-term appreciation.

Property TypeAvg RentDemandVacancyCash Flow
Townhome$2,450/moHigh1.4%+$260/mo
Semi-Detached$2,900/moHigh1.1%+$310/mo
Detached (Barrhaven)$3,400/moMedium2.2%+$200/mo
Waterfront (Manotick)$4,800/moHigh0.8%+$480/mo

Section 10 — Growth

New Developments

& Growth

What's coming to Ottawa South — Riverside South expansion, Barrhaven LRT Phase 2, new commercial nodes, and long-term infrastructure growth drivers.

March 4, 2016

Best areas for families with kids

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May 28, 2014

The top neighborhoods

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May 27, 2014

Seller’s Guide

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Section 11 — Features

Who It's For

Ottawa South

Every category available in Ottawa South— with typical price ranges to help you self-qualify fast.

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Families
Ottawa's best family infrastructure. Top schools, parks, rec centres, and safe quiet streets.
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First-Time Buyers
Best value detached and semi-detached in the city. More space for your budget than anywhere closer to downtown.
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Investors
Townhome and semi rental demand driven by families. LRT Phase 2 appreciation play in Riverside South.
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Downsizers
Bungalow-style homes in Nepean South and Manotick. Peace and privacy without leaving the city.
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Lifestyle Buyers
Manotick waterfront and Greely acreage for buyers who want space, trails, and village-pace living.

Section 12 — MLS / IDX Feed

Featured Listings

in Ottawa South

Live from Ottawa MLS. Use Elementor Pro Loop Grid + IDX plugin (e.g. Showcase IDX or iHomeFinder) to make this dynamic.

Featured
For Sale
Sold

Villa with panoramic view

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5 Bedrooms · 3 Bathrooms · Size 250 ft2
$ 5,500,000
Featured
For Sale
Sold

Townhouse for sale

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3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Size 150 ft2
$ 210,000
Featured
For Sale
Sold

Family house for sale

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2 Bedrooms · 5 Bathrooms · Size 29,000 ft2
$ 100,000
Featured
For Sale
Active

Gorgeous studio for rent

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5 Bedrooms · 6 Bathrooms · Size 190 ft2
$ 770,000
For Rent
Sold

Awesome family apartment

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3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Size 1,300 ft2
$ 5,500,000
For Sale
Sold

Modern home for sale

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5 Bedrooms · 6 Bathrooms · Size 190 ft2
$ 775,000
For Rent
Active

Apartment space for rent

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2 Bedrooms · 4 Bathrooms · Size 500 ft2
$ 800 / month
For Sale
Sold

Spacious home for sale

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2 Bedrooms · 4 Bathrooms · Size 500 ft2
$ 800,000
For Sale
Active

Apartment with ocean view

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2 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Size 700 ft2
$ 1,500,000

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