Community
Why you should consider a house for sale in Orléans
If you’re looking for more space, newer homes, and a strong sense of community, Orléans is one of Ottawa’s most compelling places to call home.
Located about 16 km east of Parliament Hill, Orléans is one of the city’s largest suburban communities, with a population of over 146,000 residents. Known for its strong francophone presence and family-friendly atmosphere, the area appeals to a wide range of buyers, from young professionals to growing families and those looking to move away from the busier core.
Situated along the Ottawa River, Orléans offers the convenience of city living with easy access to nature, parks, and walking trails. The area is also home to a variety of shopping and service hubs, including the Heart of Orléans, one of Ottawa’s designated Business Improvement Areas.
As the community continues to grow and evolve, Orléans remains an excellent option for buyers at every stage of their homeownership journey.
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Neighbourhoods in Orléans
Orléans is made up of several distinct pockets, each with its own feel. From mature, tree-lined communities to newer, master-planned neighbourhoods. Whether you’re looking for a quiet, established street or a newer home in a growing area, there’s a good chance you’ll find a neighbourhood here that fits your lifestyle.
Rather than thinking of Orléans as one area, it’s more helpful to break it down into a few key sections:
Established Neighbourhoods (1960s–1990s)
These are some of the original parts of Orléans, known for larger lots, mature trees, and a strong sense of community. Many homes here have been updated over time, making them a great option for buyers who want character with the potential to add value.
Neighbourhoods include:
- Convent Glen
- Hiawatha Park / Convent Glen
- Queenswood Heights
- Queenswood Heights South
- Chateauneuf
- Chatelaine Village
- Orléans Wood
- Chapel Hill
- Chapel Hill South / Orléans Village
Family-Oriented Communities (1990s–2000s Growth)
As Orléans expanded, these neighbourhoods became popular with growing families thanks to their parks, schools, and more modern home layouts. You’ll find a strong mix of detached homes and townhomes here.
Neighbourhoods include:
- Fallingbrook (Pineridge, Ridgemount, Gardenway South)
- Springridge / East Village
- Notting Hill / Summerside
Newer Developments & Master-Planned Communities
These areas continue to grow and are especially appealing for buyers looking for newer construction, open-concept layouts, and proximity to newer amenities. Many of these neighbourhoods are also benefiting from improved transit access.
Neighbourhoods include:
- Avalon East
- Avalon West
- Mer Bleue / Bradley Estates / Anderson Park
Surrounding & Nearby Communities
Depending on your search criteria, you may also come across nearby areas that are often grouped into the broader Orléans conversation. These can offer everything from more affordable options to estate-style living.
Examples include:
- Blackburn Hamlet
- Beacon Hill (North & South)
- Cardinal Heights
- Pineview
- Rothwell Heights
- Cumberland & Cumberland Estates
- Navan
- Sarsfield / Bearbrook
- Vars & Area
No matter where you land, each pocket of Orléans offers its own unique balance of price point, home style, and lifestyle.
If you’re not sure which neighbourhood is the right fit, that’s where we come in. We can help you narrow it down based on your budget, commute, and what you want day-to-day living to look like.
Housing in Orléans
If you’re looking for a house for sale in Orléans, it can be helpful to know what types of homes are available in each neighbourhood. Whether your home search is based on the age of the home, the style or structure, or any characteristics associated with either of these factors, knowing what you’re looking for from your home can help us narrow our search based on these factors. Regardless of what you’re looking for, we hope this section helps you understand what Orléans and it’s many neighbourhoods have to offer!
Age of Homes in Orléans
When looking in Orléans, you’ll find homes predominately built in the 1980s to early 2000s. However, some areas developed at different speeds than others. If you’re looking on the northeast in neighbourhoods like Covent Glen, Hiawatha Park, Chapel Hill, Orléans Village, Chateauneuf, Chatelaine Village, and Queenswood Heights you’ll mostly find homes built in the 1960s to 1990s, with some built in the 1990s and early 2000s. As Orléans expanded south into Fallingbrook, Springridge, Notting Hill, Summerside, and Avalon we saw continued development in the 1990s with the majority of homes in these areas were built in the early 2000s or later. Of course, each area may have homes built anywhere from the 1960s to the 2020s. And the year built does not account for the level of care put into the home or any renovations and updates done since. This is just to give you an idea of what these neighbourhoods might look like, or any particular
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Style of Homes in Orléans
In terms of style, Orleans has a decent mix of options. Predominantly single detached homes, there are a fair number of row homes and apartments. In the northwest, you’ll mostly find single detached homes with some row units and a few apartment options. If you’re looking for an apartment in Orléans, you’ll find the highest number of options around this side of Orléans. As you look south, the number of apartments decreases, however, you’ll find a similar mix of single detached homes and row homes.
Some of the recent business I've done in Orléans
Education and Employment
The Heart of Orléans, one of Ottawa’s many Business Improvement Areas (BIAs), is home to over 780 businesses. With a wonderful mix of shopping, restaurants, and a range of services you’ll find everything you need for your day-to-day life in this core area. Additionally, this area employs locals in all areas.
Elementary schools in Orléans and its neighbouring areas:
Schools (A-E):
| Avalon Public School | 2080 Portobello Blvd, Orléans, ON, K4A 0K5 | JK-6 |
| Chapel Hill Catholic Elementary School | 1534 Forest Valley Dr, Orléans, ON, K1C 6G9 | JK-6 |
| Convent Glen Catholic Elementary School | 6212 Jeanne d’Arc Blvd, Orléans, ON, K1C 2M4 | JK-6 |
| Convent Glen Elementary School | 1708 Grey Nuns Dr, Gloucester, ON, K1C 1C1 | JK-5 |
| Divine Infant Catholic Elementary School | 8100 Jeanne d’Arc Blvd, Orléans, ON, K1E 2E1 | JK-6 |
| Dunning-Foubert Elementary School | 1610 Prestwick Dr, Orléans, ON, K1E 2N1 | JK-8 |
| École élémentaire catholique Alain-Fortin | 676 Lakeridge prom., Orléans, ON, K4A 0J8 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique Arc-en-ciel | 1830 Portobello boul., Orléans, ON, K4A 3T6 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique d’enseignement personnalisé La Source | 1445 Duford prom., Orléans, ON, K1E 1E8 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique de la Découverte | 866 Scala av., Cumberland, ON, K4A 4T6 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique des Pionniers | 720 Merkley prom., Orléans, ON, K4A 1L8 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique des Voyageurs | 6030 Voyageur prom., Orléans, ON, K1C 2T1 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique L’Étoile-de-l’Est | 6220 Beauséjour prom., Orléans, ON, K1C 8E4 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique La Vérendrye | 614 Eastvale prom., Gloucester, ON, K1J 6Z6 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique Notre-Dame-des-Champs | 6280 Renaud Ch, Ottawa, ON, K4B 1H9 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique Notre-Place | 665 Des Aubepines Drive, Orléans, ON, K4A 0Z3 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique Reine-des-Bois | 1450 Duford rue, Orléans, ON, K1E 1E6 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique Saint-Joseph d’Orléans | 6664 Carrière rue, | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Marie | 2599 Innes chemin, Gloucester, ON, K1B 3J8 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire publique Des Sentiers | 2159 Nantes rue, Orléans, ON, K4A 4C4 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire publique Gisèle-Lalonde | 500 Millennium boulevard, Orléans, ON, K4A 4X3 | 7-8 |
| École élémentaire publique Jeanne-Sauvé | 1917 Gardenway chemin, Orléans, ON, K4A 2Y7 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire publique L’Odyssée | 1770 Grey Nuns promenade, Orléans, ON, K1C 1C3 | JK-6 |
| École élémentaire publique Le Prélude | 6025 Longleaf promenade, Orléans, ON, K1W 1G3 | JK-6 |
Schools (E-T):
| École élémentaire publique Louis-Riel | 1655 Bearbrook chemin, Gloucester, ON, K1B 4N3 | 7-8 |
| École intermédiaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges | 1999 Provence av., Orléans, ON, K4A 3Y6 | 7-8 |
| École intermédiaire catholique Garneau | 6588 Carrière Rue, | 7-8 |
| École intermédiaire catholique Mer Bleue | 6401 Renaud Rd, Orléans, ON, K1W 0H8 | 7-8 |
| Emily Carr Middle School | 2681 Innes Rd, Gloucester, ON, K1B 3J7 | 6-8 |
| Fallingbrook Community Elementary School | 679 Deancourt Cres, Orléans, ON, K4A 3E1 | JK-8 |
| Forest Valley Elementary School | 1570 Forest Valley Dr, Orléans, ON, K1C 6X7 | JK-5 |
| Glen Ogilvie Public School | 46 Centrepark Dr, Gloucester, ON, K1B 3C1 | JK-5 |
| Good Shepherd Elementary School | 101 Bearbrook Rd, G loucester, ON, K1B 3H5 | JK-6 |
| Henry Larsen Elementary School | 1750 Sunview Dr, Gloucester, ON, K1C 5B3 | JK-8 |
| Henry Munro Middle School | 2105 Kender Ave, Gloucester, ON, K1J 6J7 | 6-8 |
| Maple Ridge Elementary School | 1000 Valin St, Orléans, ON, K4A 4B5 | JK-8 |
| Orléans Wood Elementary School | 7859 Decarie Dr, Gloucester, ON, K1C 2J4 | JK-3 |
| Our Lady of Wisdom Elementary School | 1565 St Georges St, Orléans, ON, K1E 1R2 | JK-6 |
| St. Theresa Elementary School | 2000 Portobello Blvd, Cumberland, ON, K4A 4M9 | JK-6 |
| St. Clare Elementary School | 2133 Gardenway Dr, Orléans, ON, K4A 3M2 | JK-6 |
| St. Dominic Catholic Elementary School | 2300 Esprit Dr, Cumberland, ON, K4A 0T5 | JK-6 |
| St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School | 795 Watters Rd, Orléans, ON, K4A 2T2 | JK-6 |
| St. Kateri Tekakwitha Elementary School | 6400 Beausejour Dr, Orléans, ON, K1C 4W2 | JK-6 |
| St. Matthew Intermediate School | 6550 Bilberry Dr, Orléans, ON, K1C 2S9 | 7-8 |
| St. Peter Intermediate School | 750 Charlemagne Blvd, Orléans, ON, K4A 3M4 | 7-8 |
| Summerside Public School | 2350 Portobello Blvd, Ottawa, ON, K4A 0W3 | JK-8 |
| Terry Fox Elementary School | 6400 Jeanne D’Arc Blvd, Orléans, ON, K1C 2S7 | 4-8 |
| Trillium Elementary School | 1515 Varennes Blvd, Orléans, ON, K4A 3S1 | JK-8 |
Secondary schools in Orléans and its neighbouring areas:
| Cairine Wilson Secondary School | 975 Orléans Blvd, Orléans, ON, K1C 2Z5 | 9-12 |
| École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges | 1999 Provence av., Orléans, ON, K4A 3Y6 | 9-12 |
| École secondaire catholique Garneau | École secondaire catholique Garneau | 9-12 |
| École secondaire catholique Mer Bleue | 6401 Renaud Rd, Orléans, ON, K1W 0H8 | 9-12 |
| École secondaire publique Gisèle-Lalonde | 500 Millennium boulevard, Orléans, ON, K4A 4X3 | 9-12 |
| École secondaire publique Louis-Riel | 1655 Bearbrook chemin, Gloucester, ON, K1B 4N3 | 9-12 |
| Norman Johnston Secondary Alternate Program | 2401 Cléroux Cres, Gloucester, ON, K1W 1A1 | 9-12 |
| Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School | 1515 Tenth Line Rd, Orléans, ON, K1E 3E8 | 9-12 |
| St. Matthew High School | 6550 Bilberry Dr, Orléans, ON, K1C 2S9 | 9-12 |
| St. Peter High School | 750 Charlemagne Blvd, Orléans, ON, K4A 3M4 | 9-12 |
Commute and Transportation in Orléans
FAQs: Still weighing your options?
Here are some of the most common questions buyers have when considering a move to Orléans.
Has the LRT East extension to Trim Road finally opened?
Yes! Substantial completion was reached in early 2026. This has significantly shortened the commute for residents in Avalon and Nottingate, who now have a direct rail link to the University of Ottawa and the core.
What is the most affordable neighbourhood in Orleans for 2026?
Queenswood Heights and parts of Fallingbrook offer the best value for older, detached homes. For newer townhomes, Avalon West remains the high-volume, competitive entry point.
Are homes in Orléans selling faster than in Kanata right now?
In the sub-$700k “Townhome” bracket, Orléans is arguably the most active market in Ottawa for 2026 due to the improved transit and relative affordability compared to the West end.
What is the "Chapel Hill" premium?
Chapel Hill (North and South) commands higher prices because it is the closest Orléans neighbourhood to the city center, offering mature trees and a shorter commute before even hitting the highway.
Is Orléans or Kanata better for resale value in 2026?
Orléans is currently seeing slightly higher appreciation (3-4%) in the townhome segment due to the newly opened LRT East extension. Kanata remains the “blue chip” investment for detached homes, as proximity to the Tech Park continues to drive high-income rental demand.
How much household income do I need to buy a home in Orléans in 2026?
Detached Home ($750k): An income of $155,000 will qualify you for a detached home in Avalon or Fallingbrook.
Freehold Townhome ($560k): This is one of the most accessible segments in Ottawa, requiring an income of roughly $115,000.
With the LRT now running to Trim Road, Orléans is the best “income-to-lifestyle” value in the city. You can qualify for a larger home here on a lower salary than in any other major Ottawa suburb.
How much income do I need for a condo in Orléans?
With prices starting around $325k for older units and $425k for newer builds, an income of $75,000 to $95,000 is the standard qualification.
Lifestyle: Pockets like Avalon and Petrie’s Landing offer a mix of suburban ease and riverfront views.
“With the 2026 LRT completion to Trim Road, condos in Orléans are no longer just for locals. Commuters are flocking here to get 20% more space for their dollar compared to the West End.”
In 2026, is it better to buy or rent in Orléans?
Average Rent: $1,850 (Apt) | $2,600 (Townhome)
Monthly Ownership: $2,150 (Condo) | $3,100 (Townhome)
The 2026 Verdict: Buy for Immediate Value. Orléans offers the best “rent-vs-buy” math in Ottawa for 2026. Thanks to the LRT Stage 2 East completion to Trim Road, owners are seeing immediate appreciation. The monthly “ownership premium” here is negligible compared to the equity gains driven by the new rail link.
