Fear not, Winterlude traditions continue! Although things look much different this year, Winterlude is still taking place – virtually! Stay cozy this weekend and enjoy this unique version of one of our favourite Ottawa festivals. 
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Can you believe we have already made it to the second chapter of 2021? As we welcome February, the beautiful month of romance, we wish you a wonderful 28 days filled with hope, resilience, and love.
Orleans is a beautiful neighbourhood, located on the east end of Ottawa. The most populous suburb in the Ottawa area, Orleans is home to over 107,000 residents. It’s among the fastest growing neighbourhoods in Ottawa and is home to both English speaking and French Canadians. Experts rank it as one of the most welcoming and friendly neighbourhoods in Canada.
The neighbourhood has experienced rapid development in recent years. Ottawa real estate agents believe that despite the fluctuations in the market, buying a home in Orleans is definitely a sound investment. Property prices are projected to increase in the future, so anyone who buys now can reap the benefits later on.
The Orleans market is also filled with great homes available for rent. There are several elementary and secondary schools located within Orleans.
The labour market in Orléans consists of a mix of government employees, and employees in the fields of business, finance, sales, as well as some trades. In recent years, city counsellors have been lobbying for large corporations to find a home in the east end. Most residents must commute to the downtown core, resulting in heavy traffic congestion during peak hours.
Commercial growth in the area originally started along St. Joseph Boulevard and later included Place d’Orléans, a large shopping centre with over 175 stores. Now, the commercial hub of the suburb is Innes Road. which features many restaurants, box stores and a movie theatre.
Orléans is an extremely safe neighbourhood, which experiences a very low crime rate. It is considered the 4th safest neighbourhood in the city.
The Elizabeth Manley skating rink at the Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex is home to the Gloucester Skating Club and the Canadian Academy of Skating Arts. The Ray Friel Recreational Complex in the more eastern part of Orléans, includes a public library, an indoor wave pool, exercise facilities, a physiotherapy clinic, a sports store, a restaurant, two soccer fields and three skating arenas making it one of the main centres for recreation in Orléans.
In 2009, the Shenkman Arts Centre opened just east of Place d’Orléans. It is a multidisciplinary arts centre that houses a concert hall, black-box theatre, several art galleries and studio spaces for both visual and performing arts.
Along the Ottawa River in the north-east of Orléans, is the parkland of Petrie Island which has been converted into a large beach area. The second largest Canada Day party, following the celebrations on Parliament Hill, take place here every July 1.
There are also several nature trails and paths throughout the area and a beautiful waterfall near St-Joseph Boulevard.
The vast majority of Avalon residents are well educated and employed in various industries. Those who live in Avalon tend to commute into Ottawa’s more central areas for work, often relying on public transit. The OC Transpo bus service has multiple routes that run to and through Avalon, and city counsellors are pushing for Ottawa’s new Light Rail project to be extended into the suburb.
There are a number of retail and sales employment opportunities located in Avalon, or just outside of it.
This area sees very little criminal activity and is in close proximity to the Ottawa Police East Division Station. Avalon is known to be an inclusive community, home to a large immigrant population and boasts one of the city’s newest mosques, the Masjid Bilal mosque on Innes Rd.
Avalon residents happily make use of the numerous parks (including play structures, splash pads, skating rinks, etc.) located within the suburb. The area is within walking distance of the movie theatres, restaurants, pubs, box-stores and other commercial properties that line Innes Road—Orléans’ central commercial hub.
FALLINGBROOK:
Fallingbrook is a neighbourhood in Orléans, an east end suburb of Ottawa. The area is defined by a strong sense of community, two large high schools and the largest multi-use recreation complex in Ottawa’s east end. Below the community of Fallingbrook, flows the Ottawa River.
Residential development of the area began in the mid-1980s. Since that time, the neighbourhood has experienced rapid growth. Now home to over 25,000 people, Fallingbrook is a top destination for families due to the numerous elementary and secondary schools in the area.
Many Fallingbrook residents will commute into Ottawa’s more central areas for work, which is made easy by the multiple OC Transpo bus service routes that run to and through the community. Orléans is included in the second phase of Ottawa’s Light Rail Transit project, which will make the suburb even more accessible.
The Fallingbrook Community Association plays a big part in bringing the town together, including overseeing the area’s Neighbourhood Watch Program.Ottawa’s east end, which includes Fallingbrook, is considered the 4th safest area in Ottawa, via the Ottawa Police’s statistics on crime.
The Ray Friel Recreation Complex, located in Fallingbrook, is the largest and most comprehensive recreation complex in east Ottawa featuring three NHL size arenas, a fitness centre with over 20,000 square feet of state-of-the-art training equipment, wave pool, whirlpool, sauna, physiotherapy clinic, daycare, Karate Dojo, pro shop, restaurant and coffee shop.
The Fallingbrook Community Association organizes an annual Canada Day celebration, and Summer festival each year.
One of Fallingbrook’s natural beauties is Princess Louise Falls that can be found on Princess Louise Drive. The falls are hidden by foliage from view and access is granted by pedestrian trails.
Fallingbrook is also close in proximity to Petrie Island beach.
Chapel Hill is a quiet and green neighbourhood within the community of Orleans. Along with the surrounding rural area, it is bordered by the Greenbelt to the west. This neighbourhood provides a wonderful green space right next to the city – A great mix of suburban and urban amenities.
Chapel Hill consists of mostly single-family homes, with town housing and apartments available as well. This neighbourhood also has an exceptionally fun and active community.
As this neighbourhood is located on the east end of the city, closer to rural areas, it is somewhat car-dependent. Most errands require a car. But there are a few nearby public transportation options if one needs to access the bus routes of Ottawa. This area is also flat as a pancake, which makes it a perfect local for biking enthusiasts!
The scenic and lush Heritage Park, and The Ottawa German Language School.
Benjamin Moore announced that their 2021 colour of the year is Aegean Teal 2136-40. The twelve hues within the 2021 Colour Trends will have you appreciating the simpler things in life. So get cozy and enjoy staying inside this year with natural, soothing colours that will give your home the reassuring sense of warmth and wellbeing that we are all craving this January. See Benjamin Moore’s Trending Colours for 2021 here.
What a wonderful community to raise a family and a great place to call home. This Town is extremely community minded and they truly look after each other. The town boasts an abundance of nature trails, waterfront parks, fabulous sports facilities, restaurants, shopping, excellent schools, a local hospital, churches, golf courses, Long-Term Care and retirement residences, hardware stores, a number of grocery stores and pharmacies, doctors’ offices and clinics, with ample room for many new business owners to set up shop and the big box stores usually found in major cities are also located in the town. A short 30 minute drive to the Ottawa International Airport or via Rail has this Town connected with the world.
In recent years Ottawans have been flocking to this bedroom community which started out as a small piece of land with a sawmill. Lyman Clothier purchased his 100 acres and built his mill, and the town’s development took flight.
Home to roughly 4,000 residents, Kemptville is located in the Municipality of North Grenville with a population of 17,000, on the south branch of the Rideau River about 50 kilometres south of Ottawa and 30 minutes from the US Border. Kemptville can be accessed from Highway 416, exiting at Leeds and Grenville Road 43. The rural features combined with its various amenities has made Kempville the best-kept secret – but the word is out now, making it a very popular destination for families.
If you’re looking to buy or sell in Kemptville, call The Agent DK Team at 613-883-5555. Ranked Top Real Estate Agents in Ottawa – we are always ready to help you with all your Ottawa Real Estate Needs!
Ottawa and Real Estate Market Snapshot December 2020
Market Snapshot: Ottawa’s resale market continued to thrive through December despite the challenges of 2020.
The inventory shortage for 2020 caused an increase in the sale price as the demand remained with record-low mortgage rates.
If you’re considering a move we’re here to help answer any questions you have, in this market you’ll want a qualified, professional real estate company protecting your interests. Message us anytime!
“Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one.” — Brad Paisley
Wishing you and your loved ones hope, health, and happiness in the New Year!
The cold weather has arrived and many city residents are eager to get into the holiday spirit. Ottawa is host to many special events and traditions each winter, including a variety of light shows, displays, as well as Christmas crafts and food markets. You’ll easily be dazzled by the magic of the season. Here is just some of the special programming for you and your family to check out in Ottawa this winter!
Happy Hanukkah to all! May love and laughter be in abundance as you enjoy your celebrations this year.
Market Snapshot: Ottawa’s resale market didn’t show its typical slowdown in November. With no slowdown our resale year to date transactions are on track with 2019. There were 50% less residential listings than this time last year. A concurrent decrease in inventory is a reliable indicator of why the average sale price continues to rise. If you’re considering a move we’re here to help answer any questions you have, in this market you’ll want a qualified, professional real estate company protecting your interests.
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The time leading up to Remembrance day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices of our Canadian soldiers.
Veterans of all ages and other fellow Canadians usually gather downtown and in our local communities for special events and ceremonies. Even if we cannot gather together with the Pandemic amongst us this year, Remembrance Day somehow holds an extra special place in our hearts.
Check your local community Facebook groups or community websites to see what is happening in your community virtually!
Here is a list of some of the Remembrance Day events in the Ottawa area on November 11 – Lest We Forget.
Market Snapshot: Ottawa’s resale market was steady as she goes through October as we started to get some cooler weather.
As demand persists so does the changing buyer behavior and preferences due to the reality of the pandemic. We saw gains in the average sale price followed with a decrease from September in the number of sales and new listings to the market.
If you’re considering a move we’re here to help answer any questions you have, in this market you’ll want a qualified, professional real estate company protecting your interests.
Now is the time to buy and sell in Ottawa. Call your Top Ottawa Real Estate Team at 613-883-5555.
Welcome to Manotick! Our featured community this month is Manotick. It is located in the South East area of Ottawa. https://www.teamrealty.ca/discover-life-in-manotick/
A beautiful rural area surrounds this picturesque community. The Rideau River is an integral part of the community.
Manotick is home to many historical sites and has a unique shopping experience. With the many amenities available along with the small-town charm, there is no doubt you will have it all living in this community. You will enjoy the little slice of Ottawa that you call home.
Want to know what’s currently for sale in Manotick? Click HERE for a list of properties for sale.
Looking to buy or sell in Manotick? Contact Ottawa’s Real Estate Team the AGENT DK TEAM at 613-883-5555 today!
Halloween will be looking different this year for sure but it doesn’t meant that we still can’t have fun with the kids. Here are some great ideas for the whole family to make new fun memories this Halloween. “Trick-or-treating is beloved because it is iconic. It’s one of those rites of passage as a kid that give us a bit of freedom and make it feel like, for one night, we’re running the show.
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Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or are selling your house yet again, you need a realtor that understands your needs. The home buying and selling process can be complicated as it is, and there is no need to cause yourself additional angst by picking a less-than-qualified realtor. Read on to discover a few traits you need to look for when selecting a real estate agent so you can confidently move through the buying or selling process.
Qualifications
Broad Knowledge-Base
Good Track Record
Sympathetic to Your Needs
On the Agent DK Team we value our clients and strive to provide the best customer service possible!
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