Ottawa Real Estate Market Update – August 2026

The Ottawa housing market continued to shift toward a more balanced environment in August, with buyers benefiting from increased inventory and more choice, while sellers faced a market where pricing and presentation remain especially important.

A total of 1,002 homes were sold through the MLS® System in August, representing an 18.6% decrease compared to August 2025. At the same time, new listings remained steady, while the number of homes available for sale increased, giving buyers more options and reducing some of the urgency seen in previous...

Stittsville Property Types: A Guide to the Homes You’ll Find in Stittsville, Ontario

One of the advantages of buying a home in Stittsville, Ontario is the variety of housing available.

Stittsville has evolved from a small village into one of Ottawa's major west-end suburban communities. That history has created an interesting housing mix: older homes on established streets, large family homes, traditional subdivisions, newer construction, freehold townhomes, condominiums and even rural-style properties around the edges of the community.

Detached homes remain particularly prominent....

Buying a Home in Ontario? Don’t Forget About These Closing Costs

When you're buying a home, it's easy to focus on two numbers: the purchase price and your down payment.

But the down payment isn't the only money you'll need.

Ontario home buyers should also budget for a number of closing costs and other expenses that can arise before and on closing day. CMHC recommends planning for closing costs of approximately 1.5% to 4% of the purchase price, depending on the property and transaction.

Understanding these expenses ahead of time can help prevent unpleasant surprises.

Here are some of the...

10 Most Common Questions Home Sellers Ask Their Realtor — And the Answers

Selling your home is a major financial decision, and it's completely normal to have questions.

How much is my home worth? Should I renovate before selling? When should I list? How much will it cost? What happens if I receive multiple offers?

At TrinityStone Realty, we believe sellers should understand every step of the process before making important decisions about their property.

Here are 10 of the most common questions home sellers ask their Realtors—and the answers every homeowner should know.

1. How Much Is My...

10 Most Common Questions Home Buyers Ask Their Realtor — And the Answers

Buying a home is exciting, but it can also come with a lot of questions.

Whether you're a first-time home buyer or you've purchased several properties before, every real estate transaction is different. Market conditions change, mortgage rates change, neighbourhoods evolve, and the home-buying process itself can feel overwhelming.

At TrinityStone Realty, we believe an important part of a Realtor's job is making sure buyers understand what they're buying, what they're paying and what to expect throughout the...

Top 10 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Home’s Resale Value and Help It Sell Faster

When you're preparing to sell your home, it's natural to wonder which improvements are actually worth the money.

Some renovations can make a home more attractive to buyers and potentially increase its resale value. Others may cost far more than you'll ever recover when you sell.

The goal isn't necessarily to make your home perfect. It's to make it appeal to the largest number of buyers, remove potential objections and create a strong first impression.

If you're thinking about selling a home in Ottawa,...

New Construction vs. Resale Homes: Which Is Better for Ottawa Home Buyers?

One of the biggest decisions home buyers face isn't simply which home to buy—it's whether to buy a brand-new home or a resale property.

In Ottawa communities such as Stittsville, Kanata, Barrhaven, Richmond and surrounding areas, buyers often have both options. New subdivisions continue to expand while established neighbourhoods offer a wide selection of resale homes.

Neither choice is automatically better. The right decision depends on your budget, timeline, lifestyle and what matters most to you in a home.

Here...

The end of summer can be a great time to sell in Ottawa. While the market may start to transition from the busy spring and early summer season, serious buyers are still actively looking — and many are hoping to be settled before the fall gets underway.

Buyers are still watching. Families may be looking to make a move before the school year is fully underway, while other buyers are motivated to find a home before the colder months arrive.

Pricing matters. With buyers having more options to compare, pricing your home competitively from the start can help generate interest and avoid sitting...

Your Home Is More Than a Place to Live — It Could Be Part of Your Retirement Plan

When most people buy a home, they're thinking about what they need today.

How many bedrooms do we need? Is there enough space for the kids? How long is the commute? Is the neighbourhood right for us?

Those are important questions. But there's another one worth asking:

How could this home help me 20 or 30 years from now?

For many homeowners, their home will become one of the largest assets they own. That means buying a home isn't only a lifestyle decision—it can also be an important part of your long-term...

Multigenerational Homes in Ottawa: Why More Families Are Choosing to Live Together

The idea of several generations living under one roof isn't new, but for many Ottawa families, multigenerational living is becoming an increasingly attractive option.

With the cost of homeownership, changing family needs, and an aging population, more buyers are thinking beyond the traditional single-family household. Parents, adult children and grandparents may be looking at how they can combine resources and find a home that works for everyone.

For Ottawa's real estate market, that creates an interesting...