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Little Italy Neighbourhood Guide

Electric, vibrant and one of Ottawa’s favourite neighbourhoods, Little Italy, is not so little anymore. From it’s small and modest beginnings to an integral cultural hub in Ottawa, featuring trendy boutiques, fine dining, and luxury living, Little Italy has seen exponential growth in recent years. While this neighbourhood has grown and expanded over the years it hasn’t lost its charm and tight-knit community appeal.

Let’s take a closer look at Little Italy’s past, present and future. . .

PAST

Little Italy first got its start when Italian immigrants originally settled into the area in the early 1900s. The second wave of immigrants then settled in the area over a decade later, around 1913. It was at this time that the Italian community founded the St. Anthony of Padua Church, which quickly became the cornerstone of the Italian community.

What was once a predominately Italian community soon became home to Irish, French and Asian descendants, making Little Italy an inclusive, vibrant, multi-ethnic community, that is home to many.

While Little Italy is home to an array of cultures and ethnicities, the heart and core of the community is still very much Italian and proudly so. The community hosts Italian heritage festival and events each year, with it’s the major one being the Italian Week Festival that has taken place each year since 1975.

In honour of its Italian heritage, the community has also given two predominant streets in the neighbourhood Italian street names. Preston Street, which is viewed as the main artery through Little Italy has been given the name Corso Italia, and Gladstone Avenue, another main artery, is honoured as Via Marconi.

PRESENT

Currently, home to festivals, boutiques, restaurants, and a unique energetic vibe, Little Italy is an electric community that is thriving, and everyone wants to be a part of this urban oasis right here in Ottawa.

As briefly mentioned above, Italian Week Festival which has been taking place since 1975 is a major celebration every year that draws thousands upon thousands to flock to Little Italy. This festival brings guests from near and far and offers them the opportunity to “be Italian” and honour all the Italian culture, history, art and food that the neighbourhood has to offer.

If you’re are a foodie and also into the restaurant scene, Little Italy is the place to be. With a wide range of options catering to everyone, this neighbourhood is a great place to be whether you’re looking for a fine-dining experience or a place to meet up for brunch. Italian food, French food, Greek food, Thai food or Indian food, it’s really all here. There are so many great options in Little Italy, some popular ones include; Giovanni’s, EVOO Greek Kitchen, Flap Jacks Pancake Shack, RAW Pulp + Grind, Two Six {Ate}, Pure Kitchen, Stoneface Dolly’s, Pub Italia, The Moonroom, Heart & Crown, and Di Rienzo Grocery & Deli, just to name a few.

Not just for the foodie and restaurant connoisseur but also for those who want to have a good time. Home to some great entertainment including, Absolute Comedy, Murder Mystery Ottawa and the Gladstone Theater, it is never a dull moment. Or looking for a place to get your sweat on, this neighbourhood features yoga studios, martial arts gyms, and a number of fitness studios.

Be it summer or winter, Little Italy is ideal for any season! In the summer Preston Street is lined with patios and Dows Lake is just at the end of the street, along with bike paths and the canal to enjoy. In the winter heading to Dows Lake to go skating and then making your way up Preston to grab a hot drink is a Capital tradition not to be missed out on.

Little Italy is ideally situated in walking distance to Dow’s Lake and neighbouring neighbourhoods, including’ LeBreton Flats, Hintonburg and Centretown. With events such as Winterlude, Bluesfest and the Tulip Festival just minutes away everything you could ever need is all at your fingertips.

Even with all the expansion and continued development, Little Italy has managed to keep its community charm that has drawn many people to the neighbourhood in the first place.  With many of the businesses in the community family owned and run, Little Italy still has the same charm and welcoming feeling today as it did when the community first got established, making it an easy place to feel like you’re right at home.

Current developments in the area are offering residences a chance to live in one of Ottawa’s most loved neighbourhoods.

Claridge Icon

Currently under construction, Claridge Icon will be an astounding 45 stories offering amazing views of the city.  Under the design of one of Canada’s most distinguished architect firms, Hariri Pontarini, Claridge Icon is adding an extra oomph to Little Italy. Offering one and two bedrooms to it’s residences; one-bedroom units start at $598/sqft, one bedroom plus den at $592/sqft and two bedrooms at $639/sqft making the building average at $609/sqft.

Sky Condos

Sky Condos, a Richcraft group development, is currently in it’s planning phase and will soon be offering Little Italy Ottawa’s tallest residential building. The development will actually be comprised of a trio of towers which in total will create Sky Condos. With a staggering 1,120 units, ground floor commercial space and a large plaza, Sky Condos are going to be offering so much to the Little Italy community.

SoHo Italia

Right at the gateway of Little Italy comes SoHo Italia. Offering mesmerizing views of Dows Lake, a convenient location to all the action and a place for its residences to work, live and play. SoHo Italia is bringing luxury 21st-century condo living right to Little Italy.

SoHo Champagne

SoHo Champagne, offering city living at its finest right in Little Italy. The epitome of luxury and high-end living offered, SoHo Champagne will be redefining the condo game in not just Little Italy, but in all of Ottawa. Floor-to-ceiling windows and skyline views that can’t be beaten, SoHo Champagne has one bedroom units starting at $499/sqft, two bedrooms at $507/sqft, rounding out the building average to $503/sqft.

Hom

From fitness studios, terrace retreat gardens to dog washing stations, Hom truly is home. Entirely LEED silver certified, Hom offers its residences an impeccable standard of living quality. Steps away to all the restaurants, shops, and fun Little Italy has to offer and with numerous suite options, there is something for everyone. An average one bedroom is $455/sqft an average 2 bedroom runs at $435/sqft, making the building average $445/sqft.

Radcliffe

With views of Dow’s lake and Queen Juliana Park you might never want to leave the Radcliffe, but with a location just minutes from some of Ottawa’s hotspots, including, Little Italy, it is fun to venture out. Minutes from Little Italy, residences of the Radcliffe get to enjoy all the latest foodie places to eat, hit the trendy shops, hop on the walking and bike trails and soak up the community vibes. The Radcliffe offers one bedroom suites at $499/sqft and two bedroom suites at $507/sqft making the building average $503/sqft.

Norfolk

Norfolk offers high-rise living, steps from Little Italy and Dows Lake. Featuring an exercise center, party room, security, storage lockers and suites completed with the finest of detail. Norfolk Condo has various suites available that suit every need. One bedroom units averaging at $443/sqft and two bedrooms units averaging $415/sqft. The building average at Norfolk runs at $429/sqft.

170 Preston

Right in the heart of Little Italy, One Seventy Preston offers 15 condominium suites and stands at five stories tall. Recently completed in 2018, One Seventy Preston is featuring the latest in boutique condo living. Large floor-to-ceiling windows, private balconies, and a rooftop terrace are only a few of the perks for residences who choose to make One Seventy Preston their home. With exquisitely detailed floor plans and two bedroom suites averaging at $417/sqft, One Seventy Preston is a gem in the core of Little Italy.

FUTURE

New LRT Stop

The New LRT will have a stop right in the heart of Little Italy, on Gladstone, making this area even more of a hub than it currently is. The LRT stop is going to bring people, businesses and a mass amount of development to this community. It will now be easier than ever for members of the community to commute around town. It will also add ease for tourists and others to explore this cultural gem right in the Capital. With the increased foot traffic, the number of businesses increasing and development perspective soon to come, this neighbourhood is going to become more of a hotspot than it already is.

The LRT is going to give the residences in Little Italy and Ottawa an efficient, modern and more economical transit system that meets the current needs of our city and has the ability to meet future needs as well. The LRT is a smart investment in our city and will allow for manageable growth in the future. The potential for Ottawa that follows the Light Rail Transit system is undeniable. The LRT is transforming Ottawa and Little Italy is lucky to be at the forefront of such an inaugural expansion and forward moving initiative.

 

Rich with history, culture, and a vibrant beat, Little Italy’s future is brimmed with so much potential. With the soon-to-be LRT stop, condo developments and a steady attraction of both locals and tourists, Little Italy is marking itself on the map more and more. From small beginnings to extraordinary growth and community development, Little Italy is stealing the show in the Capital, and we are okay with that!

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Game-Changing Condos in Ottawa

Game-changing condos in Ottawa are creating an urban lover’s dream, an oasis in the midst of the nation’s capital. Breaking off from the ordinary condo lifestyle and taking it to the extraordinary. Defying the traditional, throwing away the old and tiring, offering more than just a place to sleep at night, these condos are breaking all the rules and changing the game entirely.

Luxury, modern, fresh, vision-driven, and where the first-class service is the name of the game. These condos are redefining the whole market. Condo living is being transformed and revolutionized right before our very eyes here in Ottawa.

So, what new condos are breaking all the rules and changing the game in Ottawa? Keep reading to find out the price per square foot of these game-changing condos in Ottawa!

Game Changing Condos in Ottawa - 1451 Wellington

1451 Wellington – Building Average, $850/sq ft

Become a resident of Island Park Drive and experience the epitome of luxury and some of the finest living Ottawa has to offer. 1451 Wellington is changing the game of condo living here in Ottawa and for good reason. What sets this building apart from every other condo in Ottawa? Not only offering its residences a home located in the heart of two of Ottawa’s trendiest neighbourhoods, Westboro and Wellington West, but residences also have restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, fashion boutiques and more just steps outside their front door.

Just by looking at this magnificent structure you know its different than the rest. You can tell this building exudes excellence, actually more than that, you can feel it. That isn’t a surprise though since excellence is what Mizrahi Developments vision was from the start with this project. Exuding excellence from inside out, Ottawa has never seen such luxury in the condo world before. From valet services, concierge, car washing services, an elite fitness room, a saltwater lap pool, guest suites, entertainment suites and much more, living has never been easier or more fabulous. Coming home at the end of the day has never been more enjoyable when you know you are coming home to a luxurious and pristinely maintained environment, where the only thing left for you to do is kick your feet up and relax.

Understanding that every resident has different needs and lifestyles there are plans to accommodate each need, and the option to customize – making your home uniquely you.  Pristine 1-bedroom suites are $838/sq ft, while 1-bedroom plus den are $768/sq ft. 2-bedrooms are $897/sqft and if you need a little more room, there are also options for 2-bedrooms plus den for $900/sq ft, rounding out the building average to $850/sq ft. With custom options, high-end finishes and top of the line builds, where even the smallest details are treated with great care and precision, helping residences create their very own sanctuary in the sky and setting the bar extremely high.

This development without a doubt has capitalized luxury living in Ottawa and no detail goes unnoticed, making it one of the leading and premier condos in Ottawa. 1451 Wellington is a game changer, leaving behind the ordinary and inviting you home to the extraordinary.

Game Changing Condos in Ottawa - Claridge Icon

Claridge Icon – Building Average, $609/sq ft

Claridge Icon happens to be the tallest residential tower in Ottawa but that isn’t the only reason it’s setting the bar high and changing the game in condo living. The exterior alone sets this condo apart from the rest of the city. This building’s architecture is rich with symbolism and creative genius, which is no surprise considering it is a build by one of Canada’s lead architectural firms, Hariri Pontarini. The exterior balconies and building curves are inspired by the swaying reeds on the banks of Dows Lake. And creative and intelligent design from the street view gives passerby’s an illusion of the building shifting and expanding, this fact alone sets this build miles apart from other the other condos in the city.  Claridge Icon is a show stopper, there is no doubt about it and residences are graced with an artistic and grand design. Modern, bold and exceptionally crafted, residences are truly living in a piece of art within the nation’s capital. Leading the way in terms of residential building design in Ottawa this project is proving that a building is more than just four walls and a roof.

Not only aesthetically on top of the condo game in Ottawa but it doesn’t stop there for this development. Offering its residences, the best and finest amenities in condo living; a yoga studio for the yogi, a fitness centre for the gym goer and an indoor pool and sauna to be enjoyed at the leisure of each resident. Entertaining has never been made easier with guest suites, a movie theatre and indoor and outdoor party space, making it perfect to host at any time of the year! The developers knew exactly what it was people were looking for when they started this project; offering urban living in the heart of Little Italy, while also providing coveted serene green space for residences to relax and enjoy, all only at a hop, skip and a jump away.

Beautifully crafted, carefully designed and impeccably executed suites make it easy to fall in love with this place. Tastefully and classy 1-bedroom suites average $598/sq ft and a 1-bedroom plus den averages at $592/sq ft. Residences looking for a little more have the option of a 2-bedroom suite averaging $639/sq ft, making the building average $609/sq ft. A trendy, high-end build that also happens to be the tallest residential tower in Ottawa, you know the views are going to be unbeatable and absolutely stunning– and they are! Offering residences gorgeous views of Dows Lake and the city at heights you never have seen them at before.

Setting the condo living bar very high (and not just referring to its height), the lucky ones who get to call Claridge Icon their home experience the new height of condo living in Ottawa. Elite and modern living (with absolutely stunning views) is made possible when you call Claridge Icon your home.

Game Changing Condos in Ottawa - St Charles Market

St. Charles Market – Building Average, $611/sq ft

St. Charles Market offers its residences a once in a lifetime opportunity to live in a Heritage Building. The fact that this building is a Heritage building means it’s already on a whole other level.

St. Charles church was built in 1908 and features Quebec inspired neoclassical architecture. The developers have taken this beautiful and historical building and transformed it into one of Ottawa’s most desired and premier living quarters in the sought after Beechwood Village neighbourhood.

This carefully crafted, and magnificently (soon to be) executed build sets itself apart in the condo market and all of the real estate markets for that matter, by putting design at the heart. Melding history with contemporary has been done before but no one has done it quite as exceptional as this and Ottawa better watch out. A seamless blend of new and old with a primary focus on respecting the church, this project offers a historically rich and welcoming environment, making it the kind of place you’d want to call home. Other condos offer a place to sleep but St. Charles Market offers, history, heart and community.

With only 50% of the land utilized for building with the rest dedicated to providing the residences and the community something more than just another building. A beautiful garden and park like border around the building bring an air of calmness and beauty to the hustle and bustle of the city reminding everyone who passes by that even while in the middle of the city it’s still important to take time to stop and smell the flowers.

Leading in the condo market for the uniqueness and creativity, offering exquisite horizontal suites that give residences that full home feel that can often be missed when living in a condo. Offering outdoor space, an elite fitness room and a welcome lounge to gather, again proving that community is at the heart of this development, making it so much more than a condo but a place you can gather and call home.

Offering something for everyone and their lifestyle with a wide range of floor plans. 1-bedroom averages around $559/sq ft, a 2-bedroom $567/sq ft and a 2-bedroom plus den $560/sq ft. Also providing 3-bedroom units averaging $583/sq ft and a Penthouse at $790/sqft, rounding the building average to $611/sqft. Each suite offers finishes that provide both function and beauty as the developers are adamant on providing finishes that speak volume about the quality while still maintaining a high integrity of design and style.

St. Charles Market is something you’ve never seen before and Ottawa is watching closely because ready or not, this place is going to revolutionize condo living, bringing more community, heart and impeccable design than we’ve seen before.

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Soba – Building Average, $558/sq ft

SoBa or “South on Bank” is not merely just a condo development, but something much more. This project is full of so much heart and vision, it’s inspiring. Taking unused and unwanted land and giving it a new lease on life, this heartfelt development is redeeming and reinvigorating a little part of Ottawa. This build is giving us a new lens to look through – to see beauty where there was once nothing. The passion behind the concept and vision of this build is already more than most. Just give it time and developers will be lining up asking SoBa just how it did it and how they can also contribute to the betterment of the city.

The heart and vision behind this project alone are changing the condo game in Ottawa, but that’s only the start of what they are bringing to the table! Finally, what Ottawa has been waiting for, what Ottawa has been asking for, it’s here. Downtown Toronto finally comes to Ottawa! This project is bringing something new and something fresh to the nation’s capital. Not only is it bringing life and new energy to the Bank Street area, but it is also bringing downtown Toronto to Ottawa; with that same feel and energy SoBa is already changing and leading in the Ottawa condo market. With floor to ceiling windows, exposed concrete ceilings and an exposed concrete feature wall with columns, it has got the coveted industrial vibes down to a science. Bringing a whole new energy to the condo game, Ottawa couldn’t be readier or more excited to spice things up. From blah to brilliant and tired to trendy, SoBa has a vision for Ottawa and it is coming to life right in front of us.

Not only is this building the trendy it place to live, but it also offers a wide range of suites from 400 sq ft up to 1,200 sq ft, meeting every need, making it even more desirable than it already is. On average a 1-bedroom runs $536/sq ft, 1-bedroom plus den $526/sq ft, 2-bedrooms average $539/sq ft, 2-bedrooms plus den $522/sq ft and the Penthouse units average $670/sq ft – rounding the building average to $558/sq ft.

From the awesome location in Centretown just off of bustling Bank Street to the modern and chic game-changing ways, this development is going to be the trendy it place to live in Ottawa. Guaranteed.

Bringing a whole new vibe and atmosphere to the Ottawa condo market, SoBa creates that energy, that vibe, that feeling you get when the fit is better than just right, it’s perfect – all while bringing a little more love and beauty to the city.

Game-Changing Condos in Ottawa

Finally offering the people of Ottawa something more than the traditional and breaking away from box like attitudes of many developments. These condos are revolutionary, ahead of the times and creating a whole new way to live in Ottawa. Defying the conventional and bringing a whole lot more to the table, Ottawa better be ready because these condos are bringing a whole new game to town.

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