A total of 1,602 homes were sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) in June 2025. This marks an 11.34% decrease from the previous month, but a more modest 10.6% increase compared to June 2024 and sits 3.8% above the five-year average.*
The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) totaled 1,306 units in April 2025. This represented an 18.4% increase from March 2025, but an 11.2% decline from April 2024.
Buying a house in Ottawa is an exciting milestone, but it can also feel overwhelming. Home inspections are crucial for uncovering potential issues that could lead to costly surprises. A knowledgeable realtor can recommend trusted inspectors and guide you through the inspection process, ensuring you understand any areas that need attention.
Their expertise not only helps you navigate inspections but also empowers you to make informed decisions throughout your home-buying journey, giving you confidence in your investment. Here are critical issues to evaluate when assessing a property, along with important neighborhood factors.
The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) totaled 1,059 units in November 2024 — a slight dip down from the 1,179 units sold the month previous.
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) mortgage loan insurance program is a government-backed initiative that allows homebuyers to purchase properties with less than a 20 per cent down payment.
Initially designed to help Canadians without significant savings enter the housing market, CMHC insurance has since become the single greatest catalyst of real estate demand in the federal government’s arsenal.
The recent announcement of expanded 30-year amortization and an increased insured mortgage cap in Ottawa has stirred considerable discussion in the real estate market. Set to take effect on December 15, 2024, these changes promise to reshape the landscape for potential homebuyers. Let’s examine the potential impacts of these new mortgage rules.
The number of homes sold through the MLS® System of the Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) totaled 1,179 units in October 2024 — an increase over the 1,047 units sold last month.
