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Ottawa Downtown Condos for Sale This Week

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Ottawa's downtown condo market has changed dramatically over the past 5 years.  The influx of new buildings in the downtown area, market area and Sandy Hill and renovations to many of the old standard ones offers the Ottawa buyers a much bigger choice than ever before.  If you're looking for a condo in downtown or in the market area, check back here each week to see the complete list of available units listed on the Ottawa Real Estate Board.

Click on of the links below to view the Ottawa condos for sale this week. Updated As of March 4th, 2010.

Looking for condos in another area of the city, email me at eric@ericmanherz.com for a list of properties in your desired area or call me at 238-2801.

Ottawa's Downtown Condominium Market is very lively!If you're looking for a house in downtown Ottawa rather than a condo - click here.

Note: When you click on the above links you will see one property per page.  Scroll down the page to the bottom where you'll see a drop-down list with the available addresses.  Choose the desired address or use the left and right arrows to switch between the properties.  There may be up to 8 photos associated for each listing.  Click on the number on the photo to see the next photo in sequence.

Cheers!

Eric

Live downtown or in Sandy Hill or the Byward Market and enjoy walking to the market every day! Living Ottawa's urban dream!

 

Whether you want to be living within the bustling Ottawa Business district, or near the Byward Market with all is's famous food markets, restaurants and nightlife, downtown Ottawa is definitely the place to be!

Live the ultimate urban dream in Canada's Capital.  Leave the car in your garage and step out and enjoy!

Ottawa Centretown Houses for Sale This Week

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The Centretown neighbourhood of Ottawa has in recent years become extremely trendy.  Being able to walk to bars, restaurants, parks and most anything at all makes for a very different lifestyle, one that has people flocking back to the downtown areas. 

This trend is occuring through most of North America but the fact that it's now in full force in Ottawa where there is a limited number of properties available, means that only the people who act fast get the good stuff. 

For those buyers looking for downtown properties who are simply checking for houses on the public multiple listing site they are usually out of luck because the good properties are often sold before they show up there. 

Make sure that you have some one checking the system for you all the time in an automated way and that you are setup to receive complete listing details via email with the latest properties as they are entered into the system.

Those that are setup on the automated email system will initially receive a list like the one below that matches their particular criteria and then will receive a similar listing via email the instant a new property becomes is entered onto the system. 

Check out the link below which contains listing details and photos for the houses available this week in Centretown that are listed with the Ottawa Real Estate Board - as of March 4th, 2010!

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If you're looking for a condo in downtown Ottawa rather than a house - click here.

Looking for properties in another area of the city?  No problem, just send me an email with your criteria to eric@ericmanherz.com or call me at 238-2801 and I'll be happy to get you the info.  

 

Note: When you click on the above link you will see one property per page.  Scroll down the page to the bottom where you'll see a drop-down list with the available addresses.  Choose the desired address or use the left and right arrows to switch between the properties.  There may be up to 8 photos associated for each listing.  Click on the number on the photo to see the next photo in sequence.

Cheers!

Eric

 

Life at the heights of Downtown Ottawa - The Pinnacle - Fully Furnished 2 bed 2 bath - overlooks the city! Just $399,900

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Click here to see more photos of 1901-445 LaurierUpscale trendy 2 bedroom flat at the Pinnacle. Fully furnished, this home perched high in Ottawa's Downtown boasts amazing city views and is in within walking distance to everything, Parliament, Ottawa University, groceries, night spots, cafes. $399,900

Featuring floor to ceiling windows, open concept living area with hardwood floors and granite counters. Master features full ensuite with walk-in shower and walk-in closet. 6 Appliances walk-in closet. Live the busy urban life in high style. Great Pied-a-terre or great investment property to keep the students comfy while attending Ottawa or Carleton University.

Brisk February Sales keep Ottawa in seller's market - Ottawa Real Estate Board Sales for February 2010

Submitted by Eric Manherz on Mon, 2010-03-08 11:21
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March 5, 2010 : A Great Start to 2010 for Ottawa’s Housing Market

Members of the Ottawa Real Estate Board sold 1,118 residential properties in February through the Board’s Multiple Listing Service® system compared with 787 in February 2009, an increase of 42.1 per cent.

Of those sales, 323 were in the condominium property class, while 795 were in the residential property class. The condominium property class includes any property, regardless of style (i.e. detached, semi-detached, apartment, stacked etc.) which is registered as a condominium, as well as properties which are co-operatives, life leases and timeshares. The residential property class includes all other residential properties.

1452 Square feet of pure Luxury in downtown Ottawa with a walkable score of 91! Metropolitan II 302-374 Cooper St. - $569,900 --Conditionally Sold--

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Click here to see more photos of 302-374 CooperRarely available - This very well-run building built by Domicile in 2002 raised and set the bar for modern urban condo living in Ottawa and still can't be beat for quality convenience and and location.  At 1452 square feet, it offers the comfort and spaciousness of a large bungalow with none of the work. Two large bedrooms and a den.  Superior upgrades throughout with luxurious wood and glass cabinetry, beautiful granite counters, glass backsplash, with two bedrooms and a den in the heart of Downtown Ottawa.  Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout and a rare feature in the Ottawa condo market - gas fireplace and gas barbeque hookup on the extra-large balcony!

Just how many artists are there in Ottawa?

Submitted by Eric Manherz on Thu, 2010-02-18 13:46
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It is often said that the quality of life in a community has a good relationship to the number of artists that live there. This interesting study provides insight into Ottawa's arts community.
 
Ottawa – More than one-third of Canada’s artists (53,500) live in five of the largest cities according to a report released today. Based on 2006 data, the report ranks Ottawa fifth for number of artists (4,600) behind Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver and Calgary. Arts research firm Hill Strategies carried out the study, which identifies neighbourhoods with the largest concentration of artists and highlights their income and education against local labour force data.

Government Of Canada Takes Action To Strengthen Housing Financing

Submitted by Eric Manherz on Tue, 2010-02-16 10:32
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The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, today announced a number of measured steps to support the long-term stability of Canada's housing market and continue to encourage home ownership for Canadians.

"Canada's housing market is healthy, stable and supported by our country's solid economic fundamentals," said Minister Flaherty. "However, a key lesson of the global financial crisis is that early policy action can help prevent negative trends from developing."

The Government will therefore adjust the rules for government-backed insured mortgages as follows:

Freehold Modern Urban Townhome minutes from Downtown 320A Boudreau - $455,000 - Sold!

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Click on the photo to see more photos of 320A BoudreauUpscale Moderne Urban Town Home less than 1 year old. Part of St. Denis Schoolhouse project this end unit has the best location in the complex with open streetscape views in front and quiet park setting out back. Quality finishings throughout make for a home unmatched in quality of living anywhere in Ottawa at this price. Two beautiful bedrooms and full bathrooms on top floor. Open concept living dining and kitchen with balcony and fireplace and stunning hardwood floors. Huge windows througout.

Beautiful 2 Bedroom Luxury Condo - located right next door to the proposed Light Rail Station! 303-1005 Beauparc Private - $295,900 - SOLD!

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Get in before the prices rise!!!

Click here to view more photos of 303-1005 Beauparc

Beat the crowd!  Unique opportunity to own a luxury condo right next door to the proposed Light Rail station.  It's a well known fact that those property values increase rapidly based on their proximity to rapid-transit access. This beautiful condo is right next door to the new station.  

This Well-Designed Savoye Model features beautifully sized kitchen, open concept living and dining and two good-sized bedrooms. 

Upgraded with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, also featuring hardwood and ceramic floors make for a very comfortable lifestyle. 

164 Forward - Fabulous Parkdale Market Neighbourhood - Stunning 2 bed + den townhome with attached garage - $309,900 - SOLD!

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Click here to view more photos of 164 Forward Ave.Superb convenience and comfort in this spacious freehold townhome.  Enjoy the urban condo lifestyle without the hefty fees. Common association fee ($65/month) ensures your driveway and walk are shoveled right to your door.  Rarely available, this is the largest unit in the complex, lots of large windows flood this home with natural light.  Beautiful living space throughout and great separation with the luxurious master suite on it's own floor with private balcony!  Energy efficient. Renovated in 2006 with new kitchen counters, new flooring in kitchen and bathrooms, new berber carpet throughout, light fixtures, blinds, new gas stove and dishwasher.  Brand new roof in 2009 and all windows re-caulked and their exterior painted. 

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