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Spring Shift: What’s Really Moving in the Ottawa Real Estate Market

Hey everyone, Chris Scott here with a quick update on what’s happening in the Ottawa real estate market this spring. We’ve seen some interesting shifts lately, and I wanted to break it down for you. More Inventory = More Choice for Buyers Right now, we’re sitting at about four months of housing inventory in Ottawa. […]

Ottawa Market Update: Spring 2025

Ottawa’s micro markets It has been a very interesting first quarter to say the least. Interest rates are holding steady, there’s an election coming, tariffs in the news… and yet the biggest thing I’m noticing? The change from area to area in terms of market acitivity and supply. Core Neighbourhoods: Tight Supply & Competition In […]

Flip Your Own Home!

In a market where buyers are being choosy and inventory is picking up, it’s more important than ever for your home to stand out. You don’t need a full HGTV-style overhaul—but thinking like a house flipper (even if you’re just selling your personal home) can mean more money in your pocket and fewer days on […]

Spring Market Update: More Inventory, More Opportunities

We’re a few months into the year now, and it’s been a slower start than usual. Buyers have been sitting on the sidelines, hesitant to jump in—but with inventory levels in Ottawa reaching highs we haven’t seen in six or seven years, that could be about to change. So, what’s driving this shift? A big […]

Ottawa Real Estate Market Update

Ottawa’s real estate market started 2025 with shifting dynamics. While home sales dipped slightly, increased listings and a recent interest rate cut suggest a more active market ahead. Market Overview The Ottawa Real Estate Board (OREB) reported 617 homes sold in January, a 4.2% decrease from January 2024, and below the five and ten-year averages. […]

From Vacant to Vibrant: A Stunning Condo Staging Transformation

When it comes to selling a home, first impressions are everything. That’s why staging is one of the most powerful tools in our real estate playbook. A perfectly staged home doesn’t just look good—it tells a story, invites buyers in, and helps them envision their future in the space. We recently had the opportunity to […]

Trump Tariff Delay & Ottawa Real Estate: What You Need to Know

The Trump tariffs have been a major topic over the past couple of weeks, but they’ve now been delayed by 30 days—which is great news for Ottawa homebuyers and sellers. These tariffs were expected to create some economic uncertainty, and when people feel uncertain, they tend to hold off on making big financial decisions—real estate included. So, this delay […]

BOC Announcement: January 2025

Today, the Bank of Canada announced a 0.25% reduction in its benchmark interest rate, bringing it down to 3.0%. This decision primarily affects variable-rate mortgages, offering potential relief to current and prospective homeowners. This rate cut is timely, as it is expected to stimulate increased activity in the housing market. Lower borrowing costs can encourage […]

Stittsville Report

This year will be an interesting one for the Stittsville Real Estate market. It will be shaped by local and national factors. With a potential federal election as early as April, a shift in government could lead to policy changes, including cost-cutting measures that might impact federal jobs and the housing market. On a positive […]

    
 
 
        
   Anny Metivier 
 2024-08-13
 
 
  Over the years, with multiple military moves, we’ve had the opportunity to work with many real estate agents, and we can confidently say that not all are created equal. Chris, by far, has been the most trustworthy and easiest real estate agent we’ve had the pleasure to work with.
  
 
       
   Jake Moffat 
 2024-06-07
 
 
  Colin has been the best realtor to work with and helped us buy a great house in the perfect neighborhood. Colin and the rest of the team at Chris Scott were incredibly helpful the whole way and always available to answer questions, show us houses at a time that was convenient for us and were just generally professional and friendly during the whole process. We will recommend Colin and the team to our friends and family.
  
 
       
   Faith Woodley 
 2024-03-13
 
 
  I was a co-Executrix of an estate, and we had a condo that we had to sell for the estate.  In order to get the property ready for sale, we had to have the over 5,000 square foot condo painted and the carpets replaced.  Since the property was empty, Chris recommended a home stager that he uses on properties that require these services, and she did a fantastic job of staging the condo. It took the condo to the next level. The condo sold for a phenomenal price, and we were very happy with Chris Scott and his abilities.  He always gives over 100 percent to get the job done!  I recommend him to anyone that requires the services of a great real estate agent.
  
 
       
   Emily Bozanich 
 2023-10-07
 
 
  We worked with Rachel and she was beyond diligent. She is so organised and meticulous with details, it really helps when buying a home. She even agreed to do a virtual walk through for the home we ended up buying because we weren’t going to get there ourselves prior to offers being reviewed. She was also great with recommending areas to consider and avoid. Highly recommend.
  
 
       
   Cy Dixon 
 2023-10-06
 
 
  Rachel was amazing. She helped me find the perfect home for me and my son during a challenging time in my life. She was extremely patient and empathetic, professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend her. No one will work harder for you than Rachel.
  
 
       
   Jeff C 
 2023-10-06
 
 
  Awesome realtor team very helpful and knowledgeable
  
 
       
   Nathalie Groupe Godin 
 2023-10-06
 
 
  Great service. Very knowledgeable. Super helpful. I’d use this team again.
  
 
       
   D Hynders 
 2023-10-05
 
 
  I recently used Chris' team to purchase a new house and I have to say that it was a pleasure to work with them.
  
 
       
   Megan Bixby 
 2023-10-05
 
 
  My husband and I purchased a house in the surrounding Ottawa area with the assistance of Colin from this group of individuals. We unfortunately were left with no choice but to purchase a home sight unseen due to our work circumstances. We originally considered not purchasing because of this.
We deliberated and chose to purchase a home after participating in FaceTime showings and we could not have been more satisfied. Colin was objective, professional, calm, informative, and realistic. He listened to our needs and helped us choose our home. The fact that we were pleasantly surprised, and a year later remain pleased as punch, says everything about how talented this company is. Will, without a doubt, use this company when we leave Ottawa.
  
 
       
   André Desjardins 
 2023-10-04
 
 
  We worked with Chris to find a home back in 2011 that would suit our desire to be close to work. He was nothing but professional and courteous! Listening to our needs and showing us what we were looking for. Years later, when we thought about down sizing and finding a renovated home, he took us around to see some in the neighborhood. He always open to helping us out in our searches