Trudy Van Dyke Real Estate

05/29/2026

OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY AND SUNDAY (May 30th & 31st) from 2:00-4:00
154 Winterhaven Drive Orleans
Check out the video below - see you this weekend

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05/23/2026

Wondering what the go to neighbourhood is in 2026? Value, amenities, schools etc.
Riverside South has become the go-to for many looking to make the move to Ottawa.
Check out my latest blog and see if this neighbourhood is for you.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/trudy-van-dyke-212138113_thinking-about-moving-to-riverside-south-ugcPost-7462856995281256450-CZPx/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAABxRZi4BFuWnjpTU3NEQlJwTn2ndYkDTtJg

05/16/2026

Trying to choose between a trendy condo close to downtown or a spacious townhome in the suburbs? You aren’t alone. In Ottawa, first-time buyers face this exact fork in the road every single day.

Here’s a quick reality check: Don’t just look at the purchase price. Condo fees can heavily impact your monthly mortgage qualification, while a freehold townhouse means snow removal and roof maintenance are entirely on you (and Ottawa winters do not play around! ❄️). Look closely at your daily lifestyle—do you want walkable coffee shops or a backyard for a future dog?

Where do you land on this? Are you team condo or team townhouse?

DM me for your Ottawa First-Time Homebuyer's Cheat Sheet (Guide)

05/10/2026

To every woman who has ever loved a child into who they are —

To the moms who carried them. The ones who chose them. The ones still waiting and hoping. The ones who grieve quietly today.

To foster moms, step moms, bonus moms. To the auntie who always shows up. The mentor, the coach, the teacher who believed. The work mom keeping everyone sane. The community elder who raised a whole neighbourhood.

To the woman doing it all solo. The one doing it while working two jobs. The one doing it while grieving, while healing, while figuring it out.

To the spiritual mothers — the ones who pour wisdom, protection, and unconditional love into souls that needed exactly them.

Motherhood isn't one thing. It's a thousand quiet acts of showing up.

Happy Mother's Day to every single one of you. 🌿

05/02/2026

OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 2-4 PM (May 2&3)
2870 OLD MAPLE LANE - DUNROBIN

A beautifully maintained 2-bed, 2-bath home tucked away in the heart of Dunrobin, where peaceful living meets everyday convenience.
Soaring vaulted ceilings. Sun-drenched open-concept living. A kitchen dressed in maple cabinetry and granite countertops. A primary suite that genuinely feels like a retreat.
But the magic? It's outside. 🌳
A fully fenced, treed backyard that whispers toward the Ottawa River — complete with a gazebo, sprawling deck, and enough space to host, unwind, and simply breathe. Plus a lower-level rec room ready to become whatever you need it to be.
This isn't just a home. It's a lifestyle upgrade. ✨
📍 Dunrobin, ON
🛏 2 Bed | 🛁 2 Bath | 🌊 Near Ottawa River
📲 Link in bio for full listing details or DM us to book your private showing today!

12/17/2025

Working with Mary Anne for business planning and coaching each year has been incredible - she always seems to know exactly what I'm thinking! With her guidance, I'm pushed to grow, supported through challenges, and empowered to reach new heights in both business and life. She's the steady voice that keeps me moving forward when things get tough.

10/02/2025

Ready to dive into a healthier me and cheers to the amazing team at Barrhaven Family Chiropractic!

09/27/2025

✨ Open House This Weekend! ✨

Bright & stylish 2 bed, 2.5 bath condo with:
🔥 Cozy fireplace
🍴 Modern kitchen
🛌 Two bedrooms *with ensuites*
🌿 Private outdoor space & no rear neighbours
🚗 Parking + low condo fees

📍 Minutes to shops, schools, parks & transit!
📅 Saturday September 27th, 2-4 pm
📅 Sunday September 28th, 11-1 pm

Perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors—come take a look! 💛

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