1712 PLAYFAIR DRIVE, Ottawa

$1,355,000

For sale: Detached

Detached at 1712 PLAYFAIR DRIVE, Ottawa
Property type
Detached
Bedrooms / bathrooms
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Living area
2,500 sqft
MLS®
MLS® X13882942
Neighbourhood
3608 - Playfair Park

Please note there is NO for sale sign on the property - Sellers have modified 2nd level floorplan - there is now 4 bedrooms on the second floor. Located in the sought-after Alta Vista neighbourhood, this extensively renovated detached two-storey home offers over $400,000 in thoughtful updates, combining quality craftsmanship with a functional family layout. The classic centre-hall floor plan features four generously sized bedrooms on the second floor, with the flexibility of a fifth bedroom on the main level.The bright main floor is finished with new flooring throughout and includes a welcoming family room fireplace. At the heart of the home is the fully redesigned and expanded kitchen (2023), featuring custom cabinetry, premium appliances, two dishwashers, abundant storage, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining.A standout feature is the main-floor addition with its own private entrance and three-piece bathroom. Ideal as an in-law or nanny suite, guest accommodation, home office, or potential income-generating space, it offers exceptional flexibility to suit a variety of needs.The finished lower level provides additional living space with a large recreation room and wine cellar, perfect for family activities, hobbies, or entertaining.The private backyard is designed for enjoying the outdoors, with an expansive patio that easily accommodates both large gatherings and quiet evenings at home. Three mature fruit trees-one apple and two plum trees-add character and seasonal enjoyment to the landscape.Ideally situated close to parks, schools, hospitals, shopping, and downtown Ottawa, this move-in-ready home offers generous living space, quality renovations, and a versatile layout in one of the city's most established and desirable communities

Sold data

Homes in Playfair Park — recent sold market

Homes in Playfair Park took a median of 12 days to sell over the last 730 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 5 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 24, across 35 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 14 days.

The median sale price was $879,900.

Homes sold for about 0.5% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.

About 37% of sales closed above the list price.

Around 6% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.

Median days to sell
12
Median sale price
$879,900
Sale-to-list ratio
99.5%
Sold above asking
37%

Based on 35 recorded sales in the last 2 years — a small sample, so treat these figures as indicative. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.

Schools

Schools in Ottawa

Ottawa has 217 Fraser Institute–rated schools (174 elementary and 43 secondary), averaging 6.2/10.

Rated schools
217
Elementary
174
Secondary
43
Average rating
6.2 / 10

Top-rated schools in Ottawa

  • Hopewell Avenue — elementaryFraser rating 8.5/10
  • Agincourt Road — elementaryFraser rating 8.4/10
  • First Avenue — elementaryFraser rating 8.4/10
  • Nepean — secondaryFraser rating 8.3/10
  • Elmdale — elementaryFraser rating 8.2/10
  • Jean-Robert Gauthier — elementaryFraser rating 8.2/10

School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.

Currently for sale

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