David Purchase

David Purchase, Sales Representative — eXp Realty, Brokerage

Market report

Orleans housing market report

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Published September 7, 2026 · Period 2026-08

Authored by David Purchase, Sales Representative

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In Orleans, price per square foot was 551 CAD/sqft in August 2026.

Market analysis

What the Per-Square-Foot Numbers Reveal About Orleans

Orleans buyers evaluating detached properties should pay close attention to per-square-foot costs, which can differ meaningfully depending on the data provider. The two available estimates for Orleans detached homes — 551 CAD/sqft and 389 CAD/sqft, both for August 2026 — suggest that lot size, finishes, and specific sub-neighbourhood can shift value assessments considerably. Prospective purchasers benefit from scrutinizing individual comparables rather than relying on a single benchmark.

What this means

For buyers in Orleans

Detached home pricing in Orleans shows a wide per-square-foot range — from 389 to 551 CAD/sqft as of August 2026 — meaning the specific property, lot, and sub-neighbourhood matter enormously. Ottawa-wide, detached homes averaged $720,000 in July 2026, while townhouses at $550,700 and condos at $384,500 offer more accessible entry points for those considering alternatives.

Market metrics

  • July 2026 · City level

    City / broader geography

    $632,200

    Average Sale Price - All Properties

    nesto.ca

    YoY change: -1.3%

  • July 2026 · City level

    City / broader geography

    $720,000

    Average Sale Price - Single-Family Home

    nesto.ca

    YoY change: 0.7%

  • July 2026 · City level

    City / broader geography

    $550,700

    Average Sale Price - Townhouse

    nesto.ca

  • July 2026 · City level

    City / broader geography

    $384,500

    Average Sale Price - Condo

    nesto.ca

  • August 2026 · Neighborhood

    551 CAD/sqft

    Price Per Square Foot · Detached

    wahi.com

  • August 2026 · Neighborhood

    389 CAD/sqft

    Price Per Square Foot · Detached

    homes.zown.ca

Frequently asked questions

What's the price per square foot for a detached home in Orleans?

Two sources report differing figures for August 2026 in Orleans, Ottawa: 551 CAD/sqft and 389 CAD/sqft for detached homes.

How much do single-family homes cost in Ottawa?

The average sale price for a single-family home in Ottawa was $720,000 in July 2026, up 0.7% year over year.

What does a townhouse cost in Ottawa on average?

Townhouses in Ottawa averaged $550,700 in July 2026.

What's the average condo price in Ottawa?

The average sale price for a condo in Ottawa was $384,500 in July 2026.

Sources