Barrhaven, Ontario

CURRENT POPULATION OF BARRHAVEN

Affectionately called “The Haven” by residents, Barrhaven is a family focused, self-contained Ottawa neighbourhood that certainly lives up to its nickname. Everything is close at hand giving this area the feel of a small town with all the amenities of a big city nearby. From its excellent schools, the numerous things to do in Barrhaven, and dedicated green spaces, to its ample choices for dining and shopping – it comes as no surprise that Barrhaven real estate is thriving and in high demand.

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History Local Schools Recreational Activities Shopping and Dining Communities and Property Location and Transportation

History

This area was known to Indigenous Peoples, who crossed it on a route roughly replicated by today’s Jockvale Road. When European settlers arrived, they divided the area into farms, many owned by Irish Catholics, and built a wooden schoolhouse in 1841 near what is now the intersection of Jockvale and Strandherd roads. (The brick schoolhouse that replaced it in 1906 still stands, although it’s no longer a schoolhouse.) The area remained largely rural until the 1950s, when Melville Barr purchased 200 acres near Fallowfield and Greenbank roads to build a racetrack. The Rideau-Carleton Raceway beat him to the punch, so he switched gears and developed the land for housing instead, which was probably the more lucrative move. Growth was steady in the next four decades but constrained somewhat by a lack of services.

Local Schools

Many highly rated educational institutions are located in Barrhaven, making it an exceptional choice for families with children. There are numerous daycares and Montessori-based learning facilities for early age development. School-age children have public, catholic, and private schooling options in both English and French. Simply click on the School Board to find out what schools are available according to your potential address.

Public:

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board

Conseil des Ecoles Publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario

Catholic:

The Ottawa Catholic School Board

Conseil des Ecoles Catholiques du Centre-Est

Private:

Ottawa Christian School

International:

Ashbury College

Recreational Activities

Barrhaven real estate is home to a wide variety of recreational options for the entire family. From organized events such as tree planting, fundraisers, fireworks, parades, and festivals to sports clubs and a golf course. There are many active community associations and recreational facilities to choose from such as the Walter Baker Sports Centre and Minto Recreational Complex.

In addition, there is a public library, numerous playgrounds, splash pads, and parks and beautiful trails along the Rideau river for biking and walking. A seven theatre Cineplex, brand new Movati gym and other options including martial arts studios, yoga centre, fitness centres, and so much more.

Shopping and Dining

From big box retailers such as Best Buy, Walmart, Indigo Books, Home Depot, Winners, Loblaws and Costco to a multitude of grocery stores and smaller speciality boutiques, Barrhaven has everything for your home and personal shopping needs. Other services include veterinary clinics, medical and dental facilities, spas, car dealerships, etc.

In addition, you can find dining options from fast food to family restaurants and coffee shops as well as an assortment of pubs, some of which feature live music.

Communities and Property

Once a small neighbourhood inside Nepean, Barrhaven has expanded to over 85,000 residents and with new developments, the population is steadily increasing. Living in Barrhaven, your new neighbours will be mostly families, along with a smaller proportion of single professionals, empty nesters, and retirees.

Although Barrhaven real estate is mainly family oriented, there are housing options including terrace homes, condos, townhouses, single-detached homes, and high-end executive homes.

Location and Transportation

Located on the south side of Ottawa, Barrhaven is surrounded by the Greenbelt to the north, the Rideau River to the east, Jock River to the south, and highway 416 to the west. It is 17km south-west of downtown and a short drive to Ottawa International Airport.

Barrhaven is home to one of Ottawa’s two railway stations and offers convenient public transportation to anywhere in the city.

Demographics

$538,505

Average Sold House Prices

$341,908

Average Condo Prices in Orleans

81

Walk Score

56

Transit Score

100

Bike Score

37.0

Median Age

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