{"id":23343,"date":"2025-10-20T12:00:44","date_gmt":"2025-10-20T16:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clvgroup.com\/?p=23343"},"modified":"2025-10-20T12:00:49","modified_gmt":"2025-10-20T16:00:49","slug":"how-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-in-ottawa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clvgroup.com\/fr\/articles\/how-to-start-investing-in-real-estate-in-ottawa\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start Investing in Real Estate in Ottawa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ottawa real estate investing remains one of the most resilient options for generating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clvgroup.com\/articles\/why-more-investors-are-turning-to-real-estate-for-stability-and-growth\/\">reliable growth<\/a>. With a steady demand for rental options and affordable pricing, it continues to attract local and out-of-city investors. At CLV Group, our 50 years of experience in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clvgroup.com\/our-platform\/asset-management\/\">asset management<\/a> have allowed private and institutional investors to maximize returns and reduce risks. Here, we explore what you need to know about how to start investing in real estate in Ottawa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ottawa\u2019s Housing Market and Its Move Toward a Balanced Market<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ottawa\u2019s real estate market is more balanced compared to other cities, and rentals are becoming more and more desirable in Ottawa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Population Growth<\/strong>: The city&rsquo;s government employment and various educational institutions make it a hub for different stages of life, according to a market update by <a href=\"https:\/\/equiton.com\/equiton-snapshot-ottawa-rental-market\/#:~:text=Moving%20into%202025%2C%20Ottawa%20rents,roles%20in%20supporting%20these%20trends.\">Equiton<\/a>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>They also state that the population will continue growing, with an estimated increase of 1.2 million residents by 2030.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vacancy Rates<\/strong>: Ottawa has seen a slight increase in vacancy rates, with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca\/professionals\/housing-markets-data-and-research\/market-reports\/rental-market-reports-major-centres?selected=ottawaDiv\">Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation\u2019s report<\/a> indicating a 2.6% vacancy rate for purpose-built rentals and 0.5% for condos.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This represents a significant gap from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rocketmortgage.com\/learn\/vacancy-rate#:~:text=What%20high%20vacancy%20rates%20may,overpriced%20for%20the%20current%20market.\">5-10% rate<\/a> that would offer prospective tenants more options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ongoing Development<\/strong>: Ottawa\u2019s rental market is booming, according to Urbanation\u2019s rental market update for Q2 2025. With 81,942 purpose-built rentals approved for development this year, and 5,872 units already completed in 2025 (a 59% increase from 2024).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Ottawa Offers a Strong Investment Case Compared to Other Cities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ottawa offers a strong option for investing compared to other cities for various reasons, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Renting vs. Buying<\/strong>: According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glengower.ca\/notebook\/notebook-data-and-dashboards-about-housing-affordability-in-ottawa\/#:~:text=Ottawa%20is%20experiencing%20a%20substantial%20shift%20toward%20rental%20housing%2C%20driven%20largely%20by%20declining%20access%20to%20homeownership\">reports<\/a>, the city is experiencing a shift towards rental living options, with a widening gap between homeownership in Ottawa, leading more residents to rent to accumulate funds for a future down payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Competitive Rent<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/rentals.ca\/national-rent-report\">National rent reports<\/a> (as of October 2025) indicate that Ottawa is a more affordable rental option than other major cities, including Toronto and Vancouver.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Employment Opportunities<\/strong>: Named as one of the nation\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/reviews.canadastop100.com\/top-employer-city-of-ottawa?_gl=1%252A1nhu8b0%252A_ga%252ANjIyNDMyNTUxLjE3Mzk4ODU5MDU.%252A_ga_H481FDLVWD%252AMTc0MTA5MTY5OS43LjEuMTc0MTA5MTc0NS4wLjAuMA..&amp;lang=en#:~:text=Here%20are%20some%20of%20the%20reasons%20why%20Ottawa%2C%20City%20of%20was%20selected%20as%20one%20of%20National%20Capital%20Region%27s%20Top%20Employers%20(2025)%3A\">top employers<\/a> for the 14th year, Ottawa\u2019s demand for talent, particularly in tech and government sectors, is attracting many working professionals.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting Started: Key Factors for First-Time Homebuyers and Investors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before investing heavily in Ottawa\u2019s rental market, you\u2019ll want to review a few key factors, especially if you\u2019re a first-time investor. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exploring high-demand neighbourhoods, such as near universities or government and tech hubs, for higher occupancy potential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Building a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clvgroup.com\/articles\/key-approaches-to-diversifying-your-portfolio-with-real-estate\/\">diverse portfolio<\/a> that balances high rewards with minimal risk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Evaluating current market conditions to determine an ideal entry point for investing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Considering benchmark rental costs in Ottawa; striking a balance between development costs and property management is key.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A City Built for Steady Returns<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ottawa\u2019s real estate market is where growth meets reliability, a rare combination in today\u2019s economy. With stable home prices, expanding infrastructure, and rising listings, the capital continues to prove itself as a smart, future-focused investment destination. Partner with an experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clvgroup.com\/our-platform\/acquisitions\/\">property management company<\/a> like CLV Group to streamline operations and maximize returns.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ottawa real estate investing remains one of the most resilient options for generating reliable growth. With a steady demand for rental options and affordable pricing, it continues to attract local and out-of-city investors. 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