Kanata Real Estate & Homes for Sale
Ottawa’s west-end tech and family hub
Living in Kanata
Kanata is one of Ottawa’s most popular places to buy a home. It sits about 25 minutes west of downtown along Highway 417 and is home to Kanata North, one of Canada’s largest technology parks. That mix of good jobs, newer neighbourhoods and green space makes it a favourite with families and tech professionals alike.
Life here is easy. Kanata Centrum and the Tanger Outlets cover shopping and dining, the Canadian Tire Centre brings Senators games and concerts close to home, and trails, golf courses and the Ottawa River shoreline are minutes away. Kanata has been part of the City of Ottawa since 2001, so you get suburban space with city services.
Kanata Neighbourhoods
- Kanata Lakes
- Beaverbrook
- Bridlewood
- Glen Cairn
- Katimavik-Hazeldean
- Morgan’s Grant
- Marchwood
- Brookside
- Emerald Meadows
- Arcadia
- Trailwest
- Kanata North
Homes in Kanata
You’ll find a little of everything in Kanata. Established areas like Beaverbrook, Glen Cairn and Katimavik offer bungalows, split-levels and mature lots. Kanata Lakes, Morgan’s Grant, Arcadia and the newer northwest communities have larger two-storey detached homes and modern freehold townhomes. Condos and apartments cluster near Kanata Centrum and Terry Fox Drive, a good fit for first-time buyers and downsizers.
Who Kanata Suits Best
- Tech and government professionals working in the west end
- Families wanting newer homes, parks and schools close by
- Golfers and outdoor lovers: trails, river access and several courses
- Buyers who want suburban space with a reasonable drive downtown
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Kanata Real Estate FAQ
Is Kanata a good place to buy a home?
Yes. Kanata combines a strong local job base in Kanata North, a wide range of homes from condos to executive detached houses, and well-established amenities. Demand from families and tech workers has kept it one of Ottawa’s most active markets.
How long is the commute from Kanata to downtown Ottawa?
By car, about 25 to 35 minutes via Highway 417 outside rush hour, longer at peak times. OC Transpo express buses also connect Kanata to downtown.
What types of homes are for sale in Kanata?
Detached two-storey homes and freehold townhomes are most common, with bungalows and split-levels in older areas and condos near Kanata Centrum and Terry Fox Drive.
Is Kanata part of the City of Ottawa?
Yes. Kanata amalgamated into the City of Ottawa in 2001 and uses City of Ottawa services and property taxes.
Buying or Selling in Kanata?
Get listings before they hit the big sites, or a free evaluation of your Kanata home.
Call 613-875-8400 or email curtis.murphy@century21.ca.
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