High-Rise Condos For Sale in Centretown West
About Centretown West's High-Rise Condos For Sale
A great neighbourhood in Ottawa, you will find 6 High-Rise condo buildings within Centretown West with condos for sale. There were 2 High-Rise condo units sold in Centretown West in 2020 when the average sale price for High-Rise condos in Centretown West was $388,000. In 2020 High-Rise condo units for sale in Centretown West had an average of 270 days on market. 40 Arthur St had the highest Dork Rating, 200, for a High-Rise condo building in Centretown West in 2020.
A symbol of modern living, the High-Rise building has actually been used throughout history. There is evidence that High-Rise buildings were present 2000 years ago in ancient Rome, though made of mud and sticks and not particularly safe. They were also seen in circular structures in China 700 years ago. Some buildings used 500 years ago in Yemen can still be seen today. At the turn of the last century, High-Rise buildings began to solidify their place in urban centres, as you can see with the development of High-Rise condos for sale in Ottawa. Especially in the downtown core. The industrial revolution created the need to bring more workers closer to work and elevators and concrete made them functional. Public housing then pushed the volume of High-Rise condos for sale in and around cities all over the globe. The original reinforced concrete and steel buildings of the mid-century are slowly being replaced by glass condo towers in city centres and megacities. Units are shrinking but public and shared use spaces are increasing by way of amenities like community meeting space, party rooms, fitness centres and even theatres. This, along with the more thoughtful use of the areas that surround these buildings is meant to create livable communities. These living communities will have access to daily needs and services and connected to the larger communities that surround them. Today's best High-Rise condos for sale offer choices for unit style and design, extra amenities to increase community involvement, green space that is cared for by maintenance fees and ground-floor businesses. High-Rise life is best enjoyed in walkable communities with plenty of business and services that connect to the larger city.
Claridge Icon in Centretown West was the most active High-Rise condo building in 2020 with 1 units sold in Centretown West. The High-Rise condo building in Centretown West with the highest average price per sqft last year was 40 Arthur St at $1,181 per sqft.
High-Rise condos for sale today can be designed as soft lofts, have multiple floors and have the opportunity for a luxury of options when purchased in the development or preconstruction phase. Building to building, units have a huge range for layout, upgrades, amenities, ceiling heights and storage space. A buyer or renter will need to know what's on their priority list or they risk being overwhelmed by the choices. One commonality will probably be floor to ceiling windows. Growing in popularity is also an open plan for the main living area, something easily found in high-rises today. Anything over eight stories, or a height that firefighters would have difficulty reaching, qualifies as High-Rise. New High-Rise condos for sale in some cities will follow neighbourhood design and sightlines, with some areas upholding height guidelines. Other cities are in a race for the sky and 50 floors wouldn't be out of the ordinary. This is especially true for the glass towers that have so much more flexibility. The record holders and breakers are pushing high rise living ever further with 100+ floor residential towers. Some aiming to push past a full kilometre into the sky.
If you're looking for more High-Rise condo buildings in this area, the neighbourhoods Little Italy and Lebreton are nearby. This neighbourhood is Very Walkable with a walk score of 84. Excellent Transit is available in Centretown West. This neighbourhood is a Biker's Paradise with a bike score of 93.
Centretown West Condos For Sale
Viewed as one of Ottawa's condo hot spots, Centretown West, has a total of 14 condo buildings. Condo development in this neighbourhood has been booming with 6 Low-Rise, 3 Loft, 6 High-Rise, 4 Pre-Construction, 2 Mid-Rise and 1 Luxury in Centretown West. With so many buildings to choose from in Ottawa, there are naturally lots of condos for sale in Centretown West. Condos for sale in Centretown West spend an average of 94 days on market. Centretown West had 16 condos sold within it in 2020, an decrease of -6% compared to the year before. Condos for sale in Centretown West had an average sale price of $$455,128 last year, an increase of 15% from the prior year. This neighbourhood is a Biker's Paradise with a bike score of 93. Excellent Transit is available in Centretown West. Centretown West is Very Walkable with a walk score of 84. Little Italy and Lebreton are nearby neighbourhoods.
Tizita Bakeshop, Farinella, and Carmelito are great bakeries in Centretown West. There are some great cafes in Centretown West such as Cafe Cosenza and Bello E Buono Caffe Italiano. Do you enjoy being in the kitchen? Pick up groceries at Saigon Meats & Vegetables, Luciano Foods Ltd, and Kowloon Market. Locals of Centretown West love dining at Centertown Donair & Pizza. There is a surprising amount of green space with Primrose Dog Park, Primrose, and Plouffe Park in Centretown West. You can find the pharmacy Pharm Can Drug Mart in Centretown West. Custom Buttons Ottawa is a shopping center in Centretown West that has something for everyone. Bruyere - Hopital Saint-Vincent Hospital is the closest hospital to Centretown West. Centretown West has many local events taking place with School of the Photographic Arts: Ottawa (SPAO) and Central Art Garage catering to the arts scene. If you're a health and fitness fanatic, hopefully you are living in a condo building with a great gym. If not Wefit.ca and De La Costa Academy | Ottawa BJJ & Self Defense are popular fitness centers with locals. Animal enthusiasts, good news Little Blue Bird Toys is in Centretown West. If you enjoy reading you will be happy Ottawa Tool Library is in Centretown West. The local schools in Centretown West is St Anthony Elementary School. There are many students in this neighbourhood as Dominican University College is located within it.
What to Expect
Centertown West lies west of Bronson Ave, east of the O-Train Trillium Line, north of Carling Ave, and south of Somerset St. The area mostly comprises Ottawa's Chinatown and Little Italy neighbourhoods. If you continue west, you will stumble upon the Hintonburg and Westboro neighbourhoods, making this neighbourhood perfectly located to explore many of Ottawa’s best amenities.
Demographics
Like Centertown, Centretown West has a very diverse demographic. The area is popular amongst newcomers due to the pockets of non-Canadian culture concentrated in the neighbourhoods. In addition, there are families and students in the area.
Lifestyle
Centertown West has all of the attractions of Centertown plus more due to Chinatown and Little Italy. There is no shortage of Pho and Chinese restaurants, fine Italian cuisine, gelato shops and more. Additionally, Centretown West has a ton of bus routes, as well as the O-train, making transit to other areas of the city a breeze.
What you'll love
If you don't feel like strolling the busy streets, Centertown West's proximity to the Ottawa River or green spaces is perfect for a bike ride or a walk. Dow’s Lake is just a short walk away where year-round outdoor activities take place.
