$324,999
For sale: Apartment

Heated underground parking, a private storage locker and an expansive balcony are all included in this 11th-floor, west-facing one-bedroom package at SoBa, 203 Catherine Street, in Centertown on the edge of the Glebe. Enjoy the nine-foot ceilings that give the open-concept layout an airy feel, with hardwood floors in the living area and bedroom, quartz countertops in the kitchen and bathroom, stainless steel appliances (gas cooktop, dishwasher, microwave, fridge) and an ensuite front-load washer and dryer. The west-facing balcony offers an unobstructed view across Ottawa West and beautiful sunsets, and a gas hookup ready for summer BBQs. The parking space comes with a private bicycle rack, and the private storage locker is separate from the building's shared storage area. SoBa offers concierge service, a fitness centre, an outdoor spa pool, the Sky Garden party room, and an outdoor terrace. Starbucks, Shoppers Drug Mart, the LCBO and bus stops are steps away. Bank Street's shops and restaurants, Lansdowne Park and TD Place are within walking distance, with quick access to Highway 417. A smart fit for a first-time buyer, a downsizer or an investor. Sold with the tenant in place; 24 hours' notice for showings.
Sold data
Apartment homes in Ottawa took a median of 34 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 20 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 62, across 344 recorded sales.
That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 59 days.
The median sale price was $399,900.
Homes sold for about 2.8% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 7% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 24% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 344 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
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Ottawa has 217 Fraser Institute–rated schools (174 elementary and 43 secondary), averaging 6.2/10.
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