More and more condo developments have been planned in Ottawa in recent months, and whether it’s a new Centretown highrise offering views of the city skyline or a community of townhomes conveniently located in the heart of Orleans, there’s a condo to suit any buyer’s needs. As prices for single family homes continue to edge…
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…
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) has released its national home sales statistics for the month of July, 2014. According to the latest report, home sales activity increased by nearly 1% in July over the previous month, with home sales processed through the MLS® Systems of Canadian real estate boards rising 0.8% on a month-over-month…
Ottawa’s Centretown neighbourhood is one of the most popular areas of the city for home buyers, particularly those looking to purchase a new condo. Centretown offers not only the convenience of downtown amenities like easily accessible transit and a vast selection of neighbourhood shops and restaurants, but also all the benefits of living in the…
When it comes time to buy or sell a home, the task can seem daunting to say the least. Between determining a budget or ideal listing price, to going through the process of showings, offers, negotiations, and closing preparations, there’s a long list of items you’ll need to cross of your list before making a…
The Ottawa Real Estate Board has released its monthly sales statistics for July, 2014, reporting 1,445 home sales across the city. This is an increase of 8.2% over the 1,335 sales recorded in the same month of 2013. The five-year average for Ottawa’s home sales in July is 1,317. Despite a slow start to the…
The Ottawa International Buskerfest is returning to Sparks Street, just in time for the long weekend! This year’s event will be happening July 31st – August 4th, with a jam-packed schedule to keep both residents and tourists entertained over the weekend. With over 150 shows, including a new indoor show, Ottawa’s Buskerfest features performers from…
Have you nominated your neighbour yet? Royal LePage Ottawa is searching for Ottawa’s Greatest Neighbour, and we’re looking to our friends, clients, and families in Ottawa to help us out! We know this city is filled with wonderful people who are always there to support those around them – that’s part of what makes Ottawa’s…
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) released its latest statistics on the national housing market yesterday, reporting a 0.8% increase in sales activity on a month-over-month basis. Actual sales activity (not seasonally adjusted) rose 11.2% compared to June of last year, while the national average sale price increased 6.9% on a year-over-year basis. National Home…
Royal LePage released its Quarterly House Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast this morning, projecting that home prices across the country will increase steadily for the remainder of 2014. In the second quarter of this year, home prices increased between 3.9% and 5.2%, with increases posted across various property types. Detached bungalows saw the highest…