Home613 Blog
Ottawa real estate market insights, home buying tips and neighbourhood guides.
October 14, 2026
October 2026 snapshot of the home inventory on Ottawa’s MLS, compiled 2026-10-14 00:12 from the full active feed by Peter Sagos, Right at Home Realty Brokerage. Asking prices from live listings — closed-sale data is not part of this feed…
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October 12, 2026
Canada’s mortgage renewal wall hit Ottawa in 2026. If you took a 5-year fixed mortgage in 2020 or 2021, you are coming up for renewal in 2025–2026 — and the rate shock is real. This guide walks through what the…
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October 12, 2026
Searching homes for sale near me in Ottawa should not mean scrolling through 4,000+ listings you have to filter yourself. This guide walks through how to use Home613.ca as your Ottawa near-me home search — with 4,394 active MLS listings…
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October 12, 2026
Ottawa is officially a buyer’s market in fall 2026, and the numbers back it up. The Ottawa Real Estate Board reports 771 residential sales in September 2026, down 11.2% year-over-year. Condo sales fell even harder at -24.3%. Inventory is climbing…
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September 16, 2026
City of Ottawa officials confirmed in late summer 2026 that the western leg of the Stage 2 O-Train LRT extension is on track to launch in early 2027. The handover of access from the contractor to the city is expected…
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September 16, 2026
The Ottawa Real Estate Board released its July 2026 numbers in early August. The headline figure looked flat. Underneath, two completely different markets are pulling apart, and the choice between an Ottawa condo and a detached home in 2026 has…
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September 16, 2026
Ottawa homebuyers in 2026 are facing a counterintuitive mortgage market. The Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 percent at its September 2, 2026 announcement, marking the seventh consecutive hold. On the surface, that suggests cheap borrowing. In…
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July 22, 2026
Ottawa’s real estate market has settled into balanced conditions in 2026, with homes averaging 31 days on market and prices showing modest year-over-year growth of approximately 2%. For sellers, this means competition is real but achievable — the key is…
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July 22, 2026
The O-Train east extension is set to open in 2026, transforming how Ottawa residents commute and potentially reshaping real estate values across the city. With the new extension connecting Trim Road to downtown Ottawa in minutes, certain neighbourhoods are poised…
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July 22, 2026
The Ontario government has just announced one of the most significant housing affordability measures in provincial history. Starting in 2026, the province is removing the full 13% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) on eligible new homes valued up to $1 million.…
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June 17, 2026
Buying or selling a home in Ottawa involves more than the purchase price. Closing costs are the fees and expenses that arise during the transfer of ownership, typically ranging from 1.5% to 4% of the purchase price. Understanding these costs…
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June 17, 2026
Selling your home in Ottawa in 2026 requires a strategic approach. With the market showing balanced conditions—neither strongly favoring buyers nor sellers—your preparation and marketing strategy determine how quickly your property moves. This guide shares proven techniques to sell your…
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June 17, 2026
Buying your first home in Ottawa in 2026? Here’s the good news: Ontario and the federal government still offer meaningful incentives that can save you tens of thousands of dollars. The first-time home buyer incentives landscape has evolved significantly, with…
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June 15, 2026
Why mortgage pre-approval matters for Ottawa buyers, what documents you need, and how long a pre-approval lasts in 2026.
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June 15, 2026
A practical guide to downsizing in Ottawa. Find the right home, neighbourhood, and timing for empty nesters ready to simplify.
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June 15, 2026
What to expect from a home inspection in Ottawa, which issues matter most, and how to use the report to protect your purchase.
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June 15, 2026
A practical guide to Ottawa neighbourhoods with strong schools for families in 2026. Public, Catholic, and French options covered by Home613.
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June 15, 2026
Practical tips to sell your Ottawa home faster and for more money in 2026. Pricing, staging, marketing, and timing advice from Home613.
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June 15, 2026
Everything first-time home buyers need to know about Ottawa in 2026. Financing, neighbourhoods, closing costs and more from the Home613 team.
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May 26, 2026
Buying your first home in Ottawa is exciting — and a little overwhelming. The neighbourhood you choose shapes everything: your commute, your social life, your resale value. Here are the best Ottawa neighbourhoods for first-time buyers in 2026. Barrhaven Barrhaven…
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May 26, 2026
Whether you’re thinking of selling or just curious, understanding what your home is worth is the first step. Here’s how home valuation works in Ottawa — and what actually moves the number. What Drives Home Value in Ottawa Three main…
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May 26, 2026
The Ottawa real estate market has entered spring 2026 with steady momentum. After a measured winter, buyer activity is picking up across the city — from downtown condos to suburban detached homes. What Sellers Need to Know Inventory remains constrained…
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