Dwayne Desveaux - Ottawa Realtor

05/12/2026

Ottawa’s market right now? Balanced. More choice for buyers. Still solid for sellers who price properly. 🏡

Here’s what the numbers are actually saying right now — no hype, no doom posting, just the real picture from someone who lives and works in this market every day.

📊 April 2026 Ottawa Market Snapshot:

• Average sale price: $712,184 (+0.8% year over year)
• Median sale price: $650,000 (unchanged from April 2025)
• Active listings: Up 16% year over year
• New listings: Up 8.5% year over year

That means buyers finally have more options and a little breathing room compared to the last few years.

Meanwhile, sellers are still getting strong results — IF the home is priced and presented correctly.

Right now, Ottawa sits at:
✔️ 3.4 months of inventory
✔️ 41% sales-to-new-listings ratio

That’s considered a balanced market.

Translation?
No wild bidding war chaos.
No market crash either.
Just a healthier, more normal market.

And honestly… that’s probably a good thing.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, investing, or relocating to Ottawa, this is a really important moment to understand your specific neighbourhood and price range — because not every segment is behaving the same way right now.

DM me “MARKET” and I’ll send you a breakdown for the exact area you’re watching. 📲

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05/07/2026

🏡 KANATA vs STITTTSVILLE — Which Ottawa suburb is actually better in 2026?

We just released a brand new breakdown comparing two of Ottawa’s most popular west-end communities… and honestly, the right answer depends completely on YOUR lifestyle.

In this guide we break down:

✅ Commute realities
✅ Family lifestyle & community feel
✅ Schools, amenities & future growth
✅ What your money gets you
✅ The pros & cons buyers don’t always think about

Both are fantastic communities — but they feel VERY different once you actually live there.

If you’re planning a move to Ottawa, relocating, or trying to decide where to buy next, this should help make the decision easier.

📖 Read the full blog here:
https://www.dwaynedesveaux.com/blog/362230/Kanata+vs+Stittsville%3A+Which+Ottawa+Suburb+Is+Best+for+You+in+2026

And if you’re thinking about buying, selling, investing, or relocating to Ottawa, feel free to send us a message anytime. We’d love to help.

— Dwayne & Mallory Desveaux

04/28/2026

If you’ve got around $600k in Ottawa…
This decision matters more than people think.

Kanata and Barrhaven look similar on paper—
But living there feels very different day today.

So I’m curious…where would you go?

04/21/2026

Kanata vs Barrhaven…

They might look similar — but they live VERY differently.

If you’re moving to Ottawa, this decision matters more than you think.

Full breakdown in bio 👇

04/21/2026

If you’re moving to Ottawa, chances are you’ve already heard about Kanata and Barrhaven…

But here’s the truth — they’re not interchangeable.

Depending on your commute and lifestyle, one could be a MUCH better fit than the other.

I broke it all down here 👇
https://www.dwaynedesveaux.com/blog/357666/Kanata+vs+Barrhaven+Ottawa+2026%3A+Which+Neighbourhood+Is+Right+For+You+

04/15/2026

467 Boundary Road – SOLD 🎉

A military family. A deployment. A new baby. A move-up sale. And a smooth close from start to finish.

What made this one extra special — we were there when they bought it too. From purchase to sale, we had the privilege of being their agent through the whole journey.

With one person deployed, a new family member, and the need to move up, the timing wasn’t perfect. But with the right plan in place, it didn’t have to be.

That’s exactly what we’re here for.

If you’re thinking about:
✔️ Selling in Pembroke, Petawawa, or anywhere in the Ottawa Valley
✔️ Buying your next home
✔️ Navigating a military relocation or BGRS/SIRVA move

We’d love to help make your next move just as smooth.

📍 Pembroke & Ottawa Valley Real Estate
🏡 Military Relocation Specialists | BGRS/SIRVA Third Party Supplier

04/13/2026

Thinking about Richmond Village? Here's everything you need to know before you buy. 👇

Richmond Village is one of Ottawa's most underrated communities — and in 2026, it's worth a serious look.

We're talking 200+ years of history, genuine small-town feel, bigger yards, and some of the most affordable detached homes in the Ottawa region. All within city limits.

Here's the quick breakdown:

🏡 Housing — Resale character homes, Caivan's Fox Run, and Mattamy's growing Western Development Lands. Real variety at every price point.

🎒 Schools — Richmond Public School, St. Philip Elementary, and South Carleton High School — all right in the village.

🌿 Lifestyle — The Rideau Trail runs through the community. Hockey, curling, baseball, soccer. The Richmond Fair. A 26-acre community pond. It's an outdoorsy family's dream.

🚗 Commute — About 35–45 min to downtown. Barrhaven is 15 minutes. Worth knowing upfront — and worth it for most people once they see what they get in return.

📊 The market — Ottawa's average sale price was $692,584 in March 2026, up 0.9% year over year (OREB). Benchmark prices have risen two months in a row. Richmond typically comes in below the Ottawa-wide average for detached homes — and with inventory still elevated and competition lower than recent years, buyers have real negotiating room right now. That window won't stay open forever.

Full neighbourhood guide is live on the blog: https://www.dwaynedesveaux.com/blog/355545/Richmond+Village+Ottawa%3A+Everything+You+Need+to+Know+in+2026. If you're thinking about buying or selling in Richmond Village, let's talk.

📞 613-227-4715
🔗 www.dwaynedesveaux.com

IntroductionRichmond Village doesn't show up in Ottawa's flashiest neighbourhood lists. It's not downtown. There's no LR

04/10/2026

🏠 Ottawa just made history — and if you're thinking about buying, selling, or relocating here, this affects you.

The federal government and the City of Ottawa have announced a $400 million partnership to build 3,000 new homes in the capital. Ottawa is the first city in Canada to strike this kind of deal with Build Canada Homes — and construction starts in 2026.

Here's what it actually means depending on your situation:

🔑 Buying? Most of these new units are rentals — not homes for sale. The market isn't about to flood with listings. If you've been waiting for the "right time," that time is now. Getting pre-approved costs you nothing and puts you ahead of the competition.

📈 Selling? A growing city is a good city to sell in. Ottawa's demand fundamentals are strong and this level of federal investment signals long-term confidence in the market.

🎖️ Military / CAF relocation? Wateridge Village is one of the first identified development sites. If you're posting into Ottawa, this is a neighbourhood worth knowing — and I specialize in exactly this kind of move.

I've been serving Ottawa buyers, sellers, and CAF relocation clients for years and I'm on the BGRS Third Party Supplier List. I know this market inside and out.

📲 Send us a message or drop a comment below and I'll get back to you personally. No pressure — just a straight conversation about your situation.

👉 https://www.dwaynedesveaux.com/blog/354795/Ottawa+Just+Made+History%3A+3%2C000+New+Homes+Are+Coming+%E2%80%94+Here's+What+It+Means+for+You

04/09/2026

04/08/2026

This is what $560,000 gets you in Orleans, Ottawa right now… 🏡👀

And honestly?

This is where a lot of buyers get surprised.

Some people expect more.�Some people realize it’s actually a solid entry point into the market.

Orleans continues to be one of the better value areas in Ottawa if you’re looking for:�✔️ More space�✔️ Family-friendly neighbourhoods�✔️ A bit more affordability compared to the west end

But…

👉 Not every home at this price point is the same�👉 And knowing what to look for (and what to avoid) matters

If you’re trying to figure out what your budget actually gets you in today’s market, this is exactly the kind of breakdown you need.

💬 Would you buy this at $560K?

📲 By the way, if you’re thinking about buying, selling, investing, or relocating to Ottawa, I help people just like you every single week make the right move, avoid costly mistakes, and feel confident throughout the entire process.

If you want to chat, send me a message anytime 👍


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04/01/2026

Thinking about Riverside South in Ottawa? 🏡

It’s one of the fastest-growing communities in the city right now—and a lot of buyers are seriously considering it.

But here’s the thing…

👉 It’s not for everyone.

Some people absolutely love Riverside South for the newer homes, family-friendly vibe, and growing infrastructure.

Others realize pretty quickly that the commute, layout, or “still developing” feel isn’t what they expected.

So we put together a full breakdown to help you decide 👇

✔️ Pros and cons of living in Riverside South
✔️ What homes and prices are really like
✔️ Commute, LRT access (Limebank), and lifestyle
✔️ Who it’s actually a good fit for

👉 Read the full guide here: https://www.dwaynedesveaux.com/blog/351434/Living+in+Riverside+South+Ottawa%3A+Pros++Cons+(Is+It+a+Good+Place+to+Live)

If you're trying to figure out where you should live in Ottawa, feel free to reach out—happy to help you make the right move 👍