What is the average home price in South Keys?

Detached homes typically trade in the high $500,000s to mid $700,000s, townhomes in the low to high $400,000s, and condos near the Trillium Line stations start in the low $300,000s — among the most affordable transit-connected inventory anywhere in Ottawa.

How is the commute from South Keys to downtown?

The Trillium Line connects at Bayview to the Confederation Line, putting downtown roughly 15 to 20 minutes away by train. Driving via Bank Street or Riverside Drive usually takes 20 to 25 minutes outside peak hours.

Is South Keys a good investment market?

Entry-level pricing, two Trillium Line stations, and steady demand from airport, federal, and student tenants make it one of the stronger yield neighbourhoods in Ottawa. I run the cash-flow numbers building by building.

Is airport noise an issue in South Keys?

Some streets near Lester and Hunt Club sit under flight paths; others are well-buffered. I'd recommend checking the NAV CANADA noise contours and visiting at peak arrival times before you settle on a street.

What schools serve South Keys?

General Vanier PS, Vincent Massey PS, Charles H. Hulse PS, and Ridgemont HS cover the English public side, with Catholic and French boards also serving the area. Catchments shift from time to time, so I'll confirm street by street before you tour.

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South Keys Real Estate

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

Wedged between Hunt Club, Greenboro, and the airport, South Keys revolves around its shopping centre and the Trillium Line. Expect a mix of 1970s and 80s singles, townhomes, and a growing pocket of condos near the train.

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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 South Keys

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

Bank Street, Hunt Club, Conroy, and Walkley mark the borders, with Greenboro and the airport just south. Most of the housing dates to the 1970s and 80s — singles and townhomes — with newer mid-rise condos clustering near the Trillium Line and Bank Street.

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Schools in South Keys

General Vanier Public, Vincent Massey Public, Charles H. Hulse Public, and Ridgemont High School are the local options, with Catholic and French programs available through the OCSB, CECCE, and CEPEO.

Transportation & commute

South Keys and Greenboro stations on the Trillium Line get you downtown in roughly 15 to 20 minutes. Bank Street and Hunt Club Road reach Highway 417 in minutes, and the airport is a five-minute drive — a real draw if you travel often.

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Parks & recreation

Sawmill Creek and the Greenbelt back onto the neighbourhood, and McCarthy Woods and a network of community paths sit close by, with Mooney's Bay a short bike ride away.

Shopping & amenities

The South Keys Shopping Centre (Loblaws, Cineplex, Winners, Walmart) covers day-to-day errands, and the Hunt Club big-box corridor and Billings Bridge are a short drive north.

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Lifestyle

It's a quiet, family-suburban pace with an unusual amount of transit and airport access. South Keys is less polished than newer Barrhaven or Kanata, but the value is there, and the Trillium Line extension has made the commute noticeably better.

Real estate market

This is one of Ottawa's stronger entry-level family markets — older detached homes and townhomes routinely sell below the city-wide median, while condos near the Trillium Line post solid rental yields.

Average home prices

Detached homes typically trade in the high $500,000s to mid $700,000s, townhomes in the low to high $400,000s, and condos near the Trillium Line start in the low $300,000s — some of the most affordable transit-connected stock in the city.

Who should live in South Keys

First-time buyers, airport-area professionals (pilots, crew, NavCan, airport authority staff), federal employees after a quick LRT commute, and investors chasing cash-flow-friendly townhomes and condos.

Questions People Ask

A few common questions

What is the average home price in South Keys?: Detached homes typically trade in the high $500,000s to mid $700,000s, townhomes in the low to high $400,000s, and condos near the Trillium Line stations start in the low $300,000s — among the most affordable transit-connected inventory anywhere in Ottawa.
How is the commute from South Keys to downtown?: The Trillium Line connects at Bayview to the Confederation Line, putting downtown roughly 15 to 20 minutes away by train. Driving via Bank Street or Riverside Drive usually takes 20 to 25 minutes outside peak hours.
Is South Keys a good investment market?: Entry-level pricing, two Trillium Line stations, and steady demand from airport, federal, and student tenants make it one of the stronger yield neighbourhoods in Ottawa. I run the cash-flow numbers building by building.
Is airport noise an issue in South Keys?: Some streets near Lester and Hunt Club sit under flight paths; others are well-buffered. I'd recommend checking the NAV CANADA noise contours and visiting at peak arrival times before you settle on a street.
What schools serve South Keys?: General Vanier PS, Vincent Massey PS, Charles H. Hulse PS, and Ridgemont HS cover the English public side, with Catholic and French boards also serving the area. Catchments shift from time to time, so I'll confirm street by street before you tour.

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