What does a home in the Glebe cost?

Heritage singles and semis typically trade in the low $1Ms to mid $2Ms, with renovated detached homes on First, Clemow, Powell, and Monkland going higher. Lansdowne-area and Bank Street condos generally run high $500,000s to high $800,000s.

Why are Glebe homes so expensive?

Fixed heritage supply, Glebe CI's reputation, the canal-side location, walkable retail on Bank Street, and closeness to downtown all support the pricing. Turnover is low, so desirable streets tend to draw multiple offers when they do list.

Is the Glebe good for families?

Yes. Mutchmor PS, First Avenue PS, Glashan PS, and Glebe CI are all strong, and it's an easy neighbourhood to walk kids to school and parks in. The trade-off is smaller lots and tight on-street parking on the more popular blocks.

What about Lansdowne condos?

The Lansdowne residential buildings, including Rideau, Erin, and the Phase 2 expansion now in planning, offer a way into the Glebe at a lower price point than a heritage detached home. They tend to appeal to downsizers and buyers who like being near the event action.

How is the commute from the Glebe?

Most residents bike or walk downtown along the canal pathway, usually 10 to 15 minutes. The Confederation Line (Lyon, Parliament) and Trillium Line (Carling) are both within walking distance too.

A tree-lined Ottawa street at golden hour

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The Glebe Real Estate

By Bo Yu, Broker, Right at Home Realty, Brokerage

Tree-lined streets, century homes, Bank Street's independent shops, and the canal right at the doorstep — the Glebe is Ottawa's flagship heritage neighbourhood, and one of its most tightly held.

Looking at a Glebe heritage home or a condo near Lansdowne? Here's what actually shapes price and where to focus your search.

Prices, rates, and program rules change often. Treat the figures here as general guidance, not advice for your specific situation. Ask Bo for current OREB comparables, and confirm program eligibility with your lender or lawyer.

On the market

Homes for sale in The Glebe

Condos, townhomes, semis, and detached homes from the Ottawa MLS board, refreshed daily. Commercial, land, and rental listings aren't included here.

Listing information is supplied by third-party brokerage and listing data sources. Status, price and details can change without notice, are believed reliable but are not guaranteed, and must be independently verified. Shown for personal, non-commercial use. Not intended to solicit properties already listed with another brokerage. Full disclosures.

Community overview

The Glebe sits between the Queensway and the canal at Lansdowne, bounded by Bronson to the west and the canal's east bank. Early-1900s singles and semis dominate the housing stock, with a smaller, growing condo segment near Lansdowne and Bank Street.

Tree-lined Ottawa street of century brick homes in autumn — Central Ottawa's century homes and mature maple canopy.

Schools in the Glebe

Mutchmor Public, First Avenue Public, Corpus Christi Catholic, and Glashan Public (middle school) feed into Glebe Collegiate Institute, one of the city's most respected public high schools.

Transportation & commute

The Confederation Line (Lyon, Parliament) sits to the north and the Trillium Line (Carling) to the west, bracketing the neighbourhood. Most people walk, bike, or catch frequent transit on Bank Street — downtown is a 10-minute bike ride along the canal.

Rideau Canal beside the Château Laurier in summer — The Rideau Canal — a UNESCO World Heritage site running through the city.

Parks & recreation

Brown's Inlet, Central Park, Patterson Creek, the canal itself, and Lansdowne's Aberdeen Pavilion and Great Lawn make up the local green space. This is a neighbourhood built around canal skating, summer runs, and weekend farmers' markets.

Shopping & amenities

Bank Street through the Glebe holds some of Ottawa's best independent retail — bookstores, design shops, restaurants, cafés. Lansdowne adds Whole Foods, Sporting Life, and a year-round farmers' market.

ByWard Market produce stalls in downtown Ottawa — ByWard Market — Ottawa's historic downtown shopping district.

Lifestyle

Heritage architecture, strong schools, festivals at Lansdowne (RedBlacks, 67's, Bluesfest spillover), and a deep café scene define daily life here. The trade-offs are price and tight parking on the older streets.

Real estate market

Turnover is low and heritage homes are tightly held, so appreciation has stayed consistent. Renovated singles sell competitively, and the Lansdowne-area condos offer a different way into the neighbourhood at a lower price point.

Average home prices

Heritage singles and semis typically trade in the low $1Ms to mid $2Ms, more for renovated homes on the most sought-after streets. Condos at Lansdowne and along Bank generally run high $500,000s to high $800,000s.

Who should live in the Glebe

Established professionals, federal executives, downsizers leaving a larger heritage home, and families who'd rather have school quality, walkability, and character than extra square footage or yard space.

Questions People Ask

A few common questions

What does a home in the Glebe cost?: Heritage singles and semis typically trade in the low $1Ms to mid $2Ms, with renovated detached homes on First, Clemow, Powell, and Monkland going higher. Lansdowne-area and Bank Street condos generally run high $500,000s to high $800,000s.
Why are Glebe homes so expensive?: Fixed heritage supply, Glebe CI's reputation, the canal-side location, walkable retail on Bank Street, and closeness to downtown all support the pricing. Turnover is low, so desirable streets tend to draw multiple offers when they do list.
Is the Glebe good for families?: Yes. Mutchmor PS, First Avenue PS, Glashan PS, and Glebe CI are all strong, and it's an easy neighbourhood to walk kids to school and parks in. The trade-off is smaller lots and tight on-street parking on the more popular blocks.
What about Lansdowne condos?: The Lansdowne residential buildings, including Rideau, Erin, and the Phase 2 expansion now in planning, offer a way into the Glebe at a lower price point than a heritage detached home. They tend to appeal to downsizers and buyers who like being near the event action.
How is the commute from the Glebe?: Most residents bike or walk downtown along the canal pathway, usually 10 to 15 minutes. The Confederation Line (Lyon, Parliament) and Trillium Line (Carling) are both within walking distance too.

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