Question 1

Is Ottawa a good place to raise a family?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa is a full-service city with a downtown core, established neighbourhoods and newer subdivisions on the edges. It tends to suit professionals, first-time buyers, families, investors. The right fit depends on your commute, school and budget priorities — Kaitlynn can walk you through specific streets.

Question 2

What schools serve Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

Ottawa is served by the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board and the Ottawa Catholic School Board. French-language options: Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario (CEPEO) and Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est (CECCE). School boundaries change, so always confirm the school for a specific address with the board.

Question 3

How long is the commute from Ottawa to Toronto?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 4–5 hours by car or VIA Rail. Traffic, time of day and your exact destination make a big difference — test the drive or train at rush hour before you buy.

Question 4

What transit is available in Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

OC Transpo buses and O-Train light rail, VIA Rail. Main highways nearby include 417, 416, 174.

Question 5

What types of homes are available in Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

You’ll mostly find detached, semi-detached, townhomes, condos, multiplex / investment. Live MLS® listings on this page show what’s for sale right now.

Question 6

What are property taxes like in Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

Property taxes are set by the local municipality and are based on your home’s MPAC assessment. Use the Property Tax Calculator on this site for an estimate, and check the municipal website for current rates.

Question 7

Are there preschools and child care options in Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the Schools page lists preschools and child care centres near Ottawa from live map data. Ontario’s $10-a-day child care program (CWELCC) applies at participating centres; ask each centre about waitlists early.

Question 8

What is there to do in Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

See the Highlights page for parks, cafés, restaurants, shopping and recreation near Ottawa, with addresses and directions.

Question 9

How do I find the right neighbourhood in Ottawa for me?

Accepted Answer

Start with your must-haves — commute, schools, budget and lot size — then tour at different times of day. Kaitlynn can shortlist streets and set up listing alerts that match.

Question 10

What should I do first if I’m thinking of moving to Ottawa?

Accepted Answer

Get pre-approved so you know your budget, review the Community Statistics page for current prices, and book a quick call with Kaitlynn to map out timing — especially if you also need to sell.

Question 11

Is Ottawa good for investment properties?

Accepted Answer

It depends on rental demand, local by-laws (including short-term rental rules) and carrying costs. Kaitlynn can run the numbers on a specific property with you.

Ottawa

Transportation & Commuting

Stations, terminals & routes near Ottawa