Live Market Snapshot · 2026-05-01Data source · CREA MLS® HPI · May 2026

Detached Homes for Sale in Ottawa
Over $1.5M

Fully freehold land + structure. Highest long-term appreciation, full renovation flexibility, and the strongest move-up buyer demand in the Ontario market. Median list price in Ottawa this band: $1.57M · 12 active · avg 25 days on market.

Median List Price

$1.57M

Active Listings

12

Avg Days on Market

25 days

YoY Change

+0.3%

6-Month Median Price Trend

Dec

$1.60M

Jan

$1.60M

Feb

$1.60M

Mar

$1.60M

Apr

$1.60M

May

$1.60M

What is the average detached price in Ottawa in 2026?

The benchmark price for a detached in Ottawa in 2026 is approximately $1.57M based on the latest CREA MLS® HPI release. Within the over $1.5m band there are currently 12 active listings, moving in an average of 25 days on market. Prices are up 0.3% year-over-year.

Is Ottawa a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Ottawa is currently a balanced market for detacheds in this band. Inventory is turning over in 25 days with prices up 0.3% year-over-year. Neither side has decisive leverage right now.

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What $1.57M gets you in Ottawa.

Detacheds in Ottawa priced over $1.5m are tracking against a CREA MLS® HPI benchmark of $724K for the ottawa area. Within this band the median list comes in near $1575K — up 0.3% year-over-year. Active inventory is moving in roughly 25 days.

Typical Size

1,800–3,500 sqft

Bedroom Range

3–5 bedrooms

Ownership Style

freehold

Sample comparables in this band.

Westboro, Ottawa

$1.46M

4 bed3 bath2,150 sqft
The Glebe, Ottawa

$1.46M

4 bed3 bath2,150 sqft
Rockcliffe Park, Ottawa

$1.46M

4 bed3 bath2,150 sqft

Sample comparables only — request the live MLS report for current availability and pricing.

Where these detached homes are clustered in Ottawa.

Ottawa Detached FAQ

What is the median price for detached homes in Ottawa over $1.5m?

As of 2026-05-01, the median list price for detached homes in Ottawa priced over $1.5m sits at approximately $1.57M based on active MLS inventory.

How many detached homes are currently for sale in Ottawa in this price range?

There are roughly 12 active detached homes for sale in Ottawa priced over $1.5m. Inventory typically refreshes weekly via the local MLS board.

How long do detached homes stay on the market in Ottawa?

Detached Homes in Ottawa priced over $1.5m are averaging 25 days on market. That gives buyers time to compare options and negotiate condition removal periods.

Are Ottawa detached prices going up or down?

Year-over-year median detached prices in Ottawa (this band) are up 0.3%. Six-month trend data is available on this page.

What mortgage do I need to buy a detached at this price in Ottawa?

On a $1.57M purchase with 20% down, you'd carry a mortgage of about $1.26M. At today's variable rates (~5.45% qualifying), that's roughly $NaN / month before taxes and insurance. Use the IndiBrick affordability calculator to model your specific scenario.

Step 1 · See Inventory

See every active detached in Ottawa over $1.5m.

12 active listings · median $1.57M. A licensed Ottawa advisor sends the live list within 1 business hour.

Detached Homes in Ottawa Over $1.5M

Median $1.57M · 12 active

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Step 2 · Lock in financing

Get pre-approved for a $1.26M mortgage.

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