The redevelopment of Lansdowne Park in the Glebe has been a hot topic in Ottawa lately, as construction is now winding down and finishing touches are made to the remaining sections of the park. The newly envisioned TD Place stadium (formerly Frank Clair Stadium) had its official opening earlier this summer, marked by an exclusive event for season ticket holders to check out the stadium prior to the first Redblacks home game in Ottawa.
New Retail Options for Ottawa Residents
The site’s prime location overlooking the scenic Rideau Canal ensures that the redesigned park will become one of the city’s most highlighted attractions, offering residents and tourists alike the opportunity to appreciate all that Canada’s capital city has to offer. Located just steps away from the well-loved commercial stretch of Bank Street that runs through the Glebe, Lansdowne Park will also be a convenient place for shoppers to visit while they’re out exploring the neighbourhood.
In addition to the recently unveiled stadium, a wide selection of new retail tenants are expected to open their doors to Lansdowne in the coming months. Plans for the retail development include a Whole Foods Market, GoodLife Fitness, and Cineplex Cinema, in addition to several casual fine dining restaurants and bars. The Ottawa Farmer’s Market will also return to its former home at Lansdowne Park when construction wraps up in the fall, following a few months in its temporary location at Brewer Park in Old Ottawa South. The Ottawa Farmer’s Market will be a permanent fixture when it returns to Lansdowne, with the space to operate an indoor market on weekends during the winter months.
Urban Park Opening at Lansdowne
One of the most highly-anticipated plans for the reimagined Lansdowne site is the creation of an 18-acre urban park, which will incorporate the natural scenery of the surrounding neighbourhood and provide activities and events throughout the year. The park will feature a children’s playground and an outdoor skating rink, along with several courtyards, benches, and paths that will also provide additional space for outdoor festivals and performances. Existing heritage buildings on the site are being revitalized as functional spaces that will allow for special events to come to the park, or will be available for community use.
Glebe a Popular Option for Home Buyers
While the new Lansdowne Park is sure to be a popular destination for tourists and visitors, the site redevelopment has also encouraged some Ottawa residents to consider buying a home in the area. The Glebe has long been a popular choice for Ottawa home buyers, with housing options that include brick homes along the Glebe’s tree-lined streets and luxury condos in buildings overlooking the canal. Potential buyers will now also have the chance to own a home as close to the new park as possible, as new townhomes and condominiums are also part of the plan for the revitalization of Lansdowne. A new home in the heart of the Glebe is an ideal choice for those who can’t wait to enjoy the amenties of the park and the surrounding neighbourhood.
Lansdowne Park is now officially open to residents, although areas of the park remain closed off until construction is fully complete. For more information on what to expect from the new Lansdowne, visit the City of Ottawa website. You can also contact us directly to find out more about the redevelopment, or to get more information on living in the Glebe. We’re happy to provide you with a free home evaluation if you’re thinking of putting your home on the market, or we can work with you to help find your dream home in any Ottawa neighbourhood! Be sure to subscribe to our blog for regular updates about the Ottawa real estate market, or browse our website for helpful information and tips for both buyers and sellers.
Images from City of Ottawa website.
