If you have been watching the "For Sale" signs in Beaverbrook, here is what is actually happening. The market is telling two very different stories depending on what you own - and knowing which story is yours could be worth real money this summer.
For houses, things are holding up well. The average HonestDoor Price sits at $745,922, up 1.14% from the previous period. The 3-month moving average is climbing too, from $734,989 to a predicted $737,509. That is a market that is moving in the right direction - not explosive, but steady and confident. On the neighbourhood leaderboard, Beaverbrook houses rank 22 out of 98 comparable Ottawa neighbourhoods for growth. That puts us firmly in above-average territory. Not the flashiest kid in class, but consistently showing up.
Condos are a different conversation. The average HonestDoor Price for a condo here is $329,483, and it has dipped 0.21% recently. More telling is the 3-month trend - the predicted value of $330,187 is sitting below the moving average of $339,414. The condo growth rank is 101 out of 103 Ottawa neighbourhoods. That is a number worth paying attention to if you own a condo and are thinking about your next move.
Context matters. For houses, we sit comfortably in the middle of the pack price-wise. Kanata Lakes to our north is running at $871,831 - noticeably pricier. Katimavik-Hazeldean and Glen Cairn are both coming in under $605,000. Beaverbrook at $745,922 is the sweet spot - more established than the cheaper options, more accessible than the premium end.
For condos, the picture shifts. Katimavik-Hazeldean condos are averaging higher at $365,791, and Kanata Lakes condos are well above us at $477,363. Glen Cairn is the only nearby option that comes in cheaper at $312,198. If you own a condo in Beaverbrook, the competition from neighbouring areas is real.
Here is the thing about your city assessment - it is a snapshot from the past. The city looks at a fixed valuation date and that number gets used for years. A lot can change in that time, and it usually does.
The HonestDoor Price is updated in real time using actual market data. For Beaverbrook house owners, that means your property is likely being undervalued on paper right now. Your assessment does not know that houses here rank 22nd in Ottawa for growth. It does not know your neighbour just listed and the market responded. The HonestDoor Price does.
For condo owners, this works the other way - and it is equally important to know. If your assessment still reflects stronger market conditions from a year or two ago, your HonestDoor Price is giving you the honest current picture. That is information you need before making any decisions, not after.
If you own a house in Beaverbrook, the timing is reasonable. Values are up, the trend line is positive, and a 5.18% rental yield means buyers who are on the fence about purchasing versus renting are being nudged toward buying. That is good for sellers. You are not at the peak of a frenzy, but you are not leaving money on the table either. A steady market with above-average growth rank is a solid place to list.
If you own a condo, be honest with yourself about the numbers. A growth rank of 101 out of 103 and a declining 3-month trend means the window for top dollar may be narrowing. That does not mean panic - it means move with intention. Waiting for the market to turn around while sitting near the bottom of the Ottawa condo leaderboard is a gamble. Getting a current HonestDoor Price right now gives you a real baseline before you call an agent.
Either way, the first step is the same - check your HonestDoor Price today. It is the real-world number, not the government's best guess from two years ago.
beaverbrook | ottawa | september 2026This information is all based on our opinions based on the information available to us. Everyone's situation may be different and you should reach out to us for more personalized information.