What does a home in Westboro cost?

Detached homes typically trade in the mid $1Ms to low $2Ms, with premium streets near the river going higher. Infill singles and semis land in a similar band, and condos along Richmond and Scott generally run between the high $500,000s and high $800,000s.

Is Westboro a good family neighbourhood?

Yes. Broadview PS, Churchill Alternative, and Nepean HS are all strong, and the river, pathways, and Westboro Village make daily errands easy. The trade-offs are price and smaller heritage lots compared to suburban detached homes.

How does Westboro compare to the Glebe?

Both are heritage neighbourhoods with strong schools and walkable retail. The Glebe hugs the canal and feels tighter; Westboro is river-side, a bit larger, and has more infill and new condo stock, which gives it more range in price point.

How is the LRT commute from Westboro?

Westboro and Tunney's Pasture stations put downtown roughly 10–15 minutes away by train. Walking distance to the station varies by street — south Westboro is a longer walk but sits closer to Carling and the Civic Hospital campus.

Are Westboro condos a good investment?

They've appreciated steadily and rent quickly to professionals and Civic Hospital staff. I still check status certificates, fees, and rental-policy bylaws building by building before recommending one as an investment.

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Westboro Real Estate

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

Westboro sells itself on lifestyle. Richmond Road's retail strip, the Ottawa River, the Kichi Zibi Mikan pathway, and a Confederation Line station all sit within a few blocks of each other. Heritage singles, newer infill, and mid-rise condos share the same streets.

Buyers usually land here for one of three reasons: the schools, the river access, or the appreciation history. Here's the rundown.

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 Westboro

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

Westboro stretches along Richmond Road from Island Park Drive to Woodroffe, and from the river south to Carling. You'll find early-1900s singles, mid-century bungalows, modern infill, and new mid-rise condos along Richmond and Scott all within a few blocks.

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Schools in Westboro

Broadview Public, Churchill Alternative, and Hilson Avenue Public cover the elementary years, feeding into Notre Dame or Nepean High School. Nepean HS is one of the stronger academic public high schools in the city.

Transportation & commute

Westboro and Tunney's Pasture stations sit on the neighbourhood's northern edge, so downtown is about 10–15 minutes by LRT. Drivers have Richmond Road, Scott Street, and the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway as fast alternatives.

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Parks & recreation

Westboro Beach, the Kichi Zibi Mikan pathway, Westboro Kiwanis Park, Hampton Park, and the river shoreline give the area its outdoor identity. The pathway runs straight into downtown and out toward Gatineau Park.

Shopping & amenities

Westboro Village, the stretch of Richmond Road between Island Park and Tweedsmuir, is one of the city's strongest independent retail strips: MEC, design shops, restaurants, cafés, and seasonal markets.

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Lifestyle

This is the active-lifestyle end of the west end — beach, pathways, ski-hill access, Nepean Sailing Club, and a deep bench of restaurants. It draws professionals, families who want river access, and downsizers looking for urban amenity.

Real estate market

Westboro's resale market has stayed consistently strong. Heritage and infill singles hold their value well, while new condo releases along Richmond and Scott keep adding lower-priced entry points.

Average home prices

Detached homes typically sell in the mid $1Ms to low $2Ms, with premium streets going higher; infill semis land in a similar range. Condos along Richmond and Scott generally run between the high $500,000s and high $800,000s.

Who should live in Westboro

Established professionals, federal executives, active families who want river and pathway access, and downsizers after urban amenity without the intensity of the ByWard Market.

Questions People Ask

A few common questions

What does a home in Westboro cost?: Detached homes typically trade in the mid $1Ms to low $2Ms, with premium streets near the river going higher. Infill singles and semis land in a similar band, and condos along Richmond and Scott generally run between the high $500,000s and high $800,000s.
Is Westboro a good family neighbourhood?: Yes. Broadview PS, Churchill Alternative, and Nepean HS are all strong, and the river, pathways, and Westboro Village make daily errands easy. The trade-offs are price and smaller heritage lots compared to suburban detached homes.
How does Westboro compare to the Glebe?: Both are heritage neighbourhoods with strong schools and walkable retail. The Glebe hugs the canal and feels tighter; Westboro is river-side, a bit larger, and has more infill and new condo stock, which gives it more range in price point.
How is the LRT commute from Westboro?: Westboro and Tunney's Pasture stations put downtown roughly 10–15 minutes away by train. Walking distance to the station varies by street — south Westboro is a longer walk but sits closer to Carling and the Civic Hospital campus.
Are Westboro condos a good investment?: They've appreciated steadily and rent quickly to professionals and Civic Hospital staff. I still check status certificates, fees, and rental-policy bylaws building by building before recommending one as an investment.

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