Buying a condo in Ottawa usually starts with a long list of questions. Who built this building? What do the condo fees cover? Is it close to the O-Train? Is it a boutique building or a tower? And how does it compare to the one down the street?
We built The Ottawa Condo Building Guide at condosinottawa.ca to put those answers in one place. It now profiles 130 buildings across 15 neighbourhoods.
Please note: this post was prepared on November 13, 2026, based on the current version of the guide at condosinottawa.ca. Profiles may be added or updated, so the counts above may change. The guide uses public information that can change, so always confirm details with the status certificate and your own advisors before buying.
It's a searchable directory of Ottawa condo buildings, built to answer the questions buyers actually ask. For each building, the guide covers who built it, what's inside, what the condo fees cover and what makes it stand out. You can browse by neighbourhood and jump straight to current listings.
The range is wide. It runs from a building dating back to 1873 to one completed around 2024, from converted heritage properties to recent towers.
Year built, number of storeys, number of suites and the builder, so you can see at a glance whether it's a boutique building or a large tower.
A short description of the building's style and history, from the industrial look of Central 1 in Centretown to the 1873 Wallis House, a former hospital converted into lofts in 1996.
What the building offers. Where a list isn't complete, the profile says so, and you can ask us for the current amenity list.
Every profile also has an "Ask about this building" link, which sends an email to our team, and a link to call us at 613-327-0131.
Filter and sort to narrow it downWith 130 buildings, you need a way to cut the list down. The guide has filters for the things buyers care about most:
Converted character buildings with a loft feel.
Buildings that list a pool among their amenities.
Handy if you want to skip the car.
Recent builds, from 2015 on.
Smaller buildings with fewer than 100 suites.
By neighbourhood, name A–Z, newest first, oldest first, tallest first or smallest buildings first.
Use "Clear all" to reset the filters and start over.
130 buildings, 15 neighbourhoodsHere's how the guide's profiles break down by neighbourhood:
| Neighbourhood | Buildings |
|---|---|
| Centretown | 22 |
| ByWard Market & Lowertown | 16 |
| Hintonburg & Wellington West | 16 |
| Downtown | 15 |
| LeBreton & Little Italy | 11 |
| Westboro | 10 |
| The Glebe & Glebe Annex | 9 |
| New Edinburgh & Vanier | 9 |
| Sandy Hill | 6 |
| Old Ottawa East | 6 |
| Alta Vista & Riverside | 4 |
| Golden Triangle | 2 |
| Carleton Heights & Merivale | 2 |
| Cyrville | 1 |
| Bayshore & Britannia | 1 |
Counts as of November 13, 2026.
The guide covers a wide mix, from tall towers like Claridge Icon in LeBreton & Little Italy, which the guide describes as Ottawa's tallest building at 45 storeys, to newer buildings like The Spencer at Greystone in Old Ottawa East.
A closer look at hard loftsOttawa has a good number of converted heritage and industrial buildings, and the guide gives them their own filter, with 15 hard lofts. A hard loft is generally a loft in a building that was originally something else, like a school, warehouse or hospital, as opposed to a new building designed to look like a loft. They're popular for their character, but each one is different, so it pays to compare.
Examples include Wallis House (1873, converted 1996), Schoolhouse Square (1910, converted 1997), Les Lofts du Montfort (1912, converted 1997–98), School House Lofts (1912, converted 2009) and Warehouse Lofts (converted in 2000).
Older conversions can differ a lot in layout, noise, parking and building systems, which is why the status certificate and an in-person visit matter.
The guide includes a map where numbered circles group nearby buildings and gold pins mark the hard lofts. Pins are placed by street address and are approximate, so use the map to get a feel for where buildings cluster, then open the profile for details.
Built-in buyer checklistThe guide also includes a short checklist of things to look at before you buy any condo:
It's the building's own document on finances, rules and legal matters.
Low fees can hide an underfunded reserve.
Heat, water and other services vary from building to building.
Confirm whether they're owned or rented and what comes with the unit.
If you might rent the unit out, check what the building allows.
Think about what's around the building, from traffic to nightlife.
Start with the filters that match your must-haves, shortlist a few buildings, compare their profiles and the checklist, then see current listings in the ones you like.
Look at your building's profile and its neighbours to see how your building is described and how it compares. Then ask us for a home evaluation.
Browse by neighbourhood or sort by tallest, oldest or newest. It's a good way to learn the city.
Don't see your building? Some profiles are still marked "Photo coming soon" or ask you to contact us for the current amenity list, so reach out and we'll help with what we know about it.
What is the Ottawa Condo Building Guide?
It's a searchable directory from Ali Realty Group at condosinottawa.ca, with profiles of 130 Ottawa condo buildings across 15 neighbourhoods.
How many buildings does it cover?
As of November 13, 2026, it has 130 building profiles across 15 neighbourhoods, built between 1873 and 2024.
Can I search for buildings with a pool or near the O-Train?
Yes. The directory has filters for hard lofts, has a pool, near the O-Train, newer (2015+) and boutique buildings with under 100 suites.
What is a hard loft?
Generally, it's a loft in a building that was originally something else, such as a warehouse, school or hospital. The guide has a filter that shows the 15 hard lofts it profiles.
Is the information in the guide guaranteed?
No. Details come from public sources and can change. Confirm everything with the status certificate and your own advisors.
Can I see current listings in a building?
Yes. The guide links to condo listings, and each profile has an "Ask about this building" link if you want us to check availability.
How do I ask about a specific building?
Use the "Ask about this building" link on its profile, call us at 613-327-0131, or visit alirealtygroup.com.
Choosing a condo is easier when you can compare buildings side by side before you ever book a showing. Try the guide, shortlist a few buildings, and let us know which ones catch your eye.
Happy condo hunting from all of us at Ali Realty Group.
