What is the average home price in Riverside South?

Detached homes trade in the high $700,000s to low $1Ms, with townhomes from the high $500,000s to mid $700,000s. Pre-construction pricing moves with each builder release, and resale stock stays young and well-kept since most of it postdates 2010.

Is Riverside South a good investment market?

It's currently one of Ottawa's strongest pre-construction and assignment markets, largely because of the Trillium Line extension. Transit-oriented neighbourhoods in Ottawa have generally appreciated faster than the regional average, and investor demand here is well above what you'd expect for a suburb. I go through pro-forma rents and absorption with every investor client before they commit.

When does the Trillium Line LRT reach Riverside South?

The Trillium Line's south extension opened to Limebank Station in early 2025, bringing downtown to about 30 minutes by train. That one change reshaped the community's investment case — how close a property sits to Limebank now matters a lot for pricing.

Which builders are active in Riverside South?

Minto, Mattamy, Caivan, Richcraft, and Tamarack all have current or upcoming releases of singles, towns, and stacked towns. Phases sell through fast once they launch, so ask me for the live builder pipeline before you start touring.

Are the schools and amenities keeping up with the growth?

Both the OCDSB and OCSB are actively building schools to keep up, and Findlay Creek Marketplace plus South Keys cover most day-to-day shopping. Parks and community centres tend to lag housing a bit — expect the amenity base to keep filling in over the next few years.

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Riverside South Real Estate

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

Not many Ottawa suburbs get their own train station mid-build, but that's exactly what happened in Riverside South. The Trillium Line extension now runs straight into this Rideau River community south of Riverside Drive and Limebank.

That's turned a solid new-build area into one of the city's more talked-about investment markets. Here's the practical version of what's going on.

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.

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Homes for sale in Riverside South

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

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Community overview

This is a master-planned community south of the airport, hugging the Rideau River, with Minto, Mattamy, Caivan, Richcraft, Tamarack, and other builders all active. The Trillium-Line LRT corridor now runs right through it.

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Schools in Riverside South

OCDSB and OCSB both serve the area, and boundaries keep shifting as new schools open to keep pace with growth. St. Jerome Catholic, Steve MacLean Public, and planned secondary additions anchor the current setup.

Transportation & commute

The Limebank LRT station cuts the downtown commute to roughly 30 minutes. Highway 416 and Bank Street handle the road side, and the airport is minutes away.

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Parks & recreation

Trail access along the Rideau River, Steve MacLean Park, and Honey Gables Park cover the basics now, with more parkland arriving as the community fills in. The Greenbelt isn't far either.

Shopping & amenities

Findlay Creek Marketplace, South Keys Shopping Centre, and Barrhaven Town Centre handle groceries and big-box needs; retail keeps catching up as housing expands.

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

Lifestyle

Everything here still feels new — contemporary builds, young families, parks that are half-finished one year and busy the next. The community's identity is still being written, which is part of the appeal for people who like being early.

Real estate market

Riverside South has become one of Ottawa's strongest pre-construction and assignment markets on the back of LRT access. New-build listings dominate, resale stock is young, and investor interest runs higher than in most Ottawa suburbs.

Average home prices

Detached homes trade in the high $700,000s to low $1Ms, townhomes from the high $500,000s to mid $700,000s. Pre-construction pricing shifts with each new release.

Who should live in Riverside South

New-build buyers chasing LRT access, investors betting on transit-oriented growth, and federal employees who want new housing without a brutal commute all land here for similar reasons.

Questions People Ask

A few common questions

What is the average home price in Riverside South?: Detached homes trade in the high $700,000s to low $1Ms, with townhomes from the high $500,000s to mid $700,000s. Pre-construction pricing moves with each builder release, and resale stock stays young and well-kept since most of it postdates 2010.
Is Riverside South a good investment market?: It's currently one of Ottawa's strongest pre-construction and assignment markets, largely because of the Trillium Line extension. Transit-oriented neighbourhoods in Ottawa have generally appreciated faster than the regional average, and investor demand here is well above what you'd expect for a suburb. I go through pro-forma rents and absorption with every investor client before they commit.
When does the Trillium Line LRT reach Riverside South?: The Trillium Line's south extension opened to Limebank Station in early 2025, bringing downtown to about 30 minutes by train. That one change reshaped the community's investment case — how close a property sits to Limebank now matters a lot for pricing.
Which builders are active in Riverside South?: Minto, Mattamy, Caivan, Richcraft, and Tamarack all have current or upcoming releases of singles, towns, and stacked towns. Phases sell through fast once they launch, so ask me for the live builder pipeline before you start touring.
Are the schools and amenities keeping up with the growth?: Both the OCDSB and OCSB are actively building schools to keep up, and Findlay Creek Marketplace plus South Keys cover most day-to-day shopping. Parks and community centres tend to lag housing a bit — expect the amenity base to keep filling in over the next few years.

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