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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Nova Scott

Couple moving to Ottawa from out of state

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Median household income is $64,655, which feels about average for the area.

1 replies 10 upvotes moving
Nova Scott

Cheapest neighborhoods in Ottawa?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Would love some local perspective.

5 replies 1 upvotes housing
Nova Scott

Weekend activities in Ottawa?

Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 1.4%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Let me know your thoughts. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a growing tech scene which is exci...

14 replies 6 upvotes qa
Samantha W.

Life in Ottawa as a young professional

Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and The median home value here is around $165,700, which is actually reasonable. It's a a small town city with about 12,632 people. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What neighborhoods would yo...

1 replies 4 upvotes living
David M.

Is Ottawa good for remote workers?

Median household income is $64,655, which feels about average for the area. Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What would you do? The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has ...

2 replies 8 upvotes jobs
Nicholas W.

Ottawa quality of life -am I missing something?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here. Crime rate is something to consider -Ottawa sits at 229.1 per 100K. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

5 replies 1 upvotes living
Addison

Life in Ottawa as a young professional

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a 46-year-old contractor and Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $64,655 in Ottawa. It's a a small town city with about 12,632 people. Crime rate is something to consider -Ottawa sits at 229.1 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot...

1 replies 13 upvotes living
David M.

Is Ottawa good for remote workers?

Alright, I'm a 27-year-old teacher and Household incomes average around $64,655 in Ottawa. You can expect to pay around $949 for rent here. Homes are going for about $165,700 on average. Rent is about $949/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of ...

13 replies 3 upvotes jobs
Ryan Martin

Studio apartments in Ottawa -options?

Alright, I'm a college student here and With a population of 12,632, Ottawa is a small town. The city has invested a lot in new development. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Is this normal for Ottawa? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are wher...

11 replies 5 upvotes housing
Addison

Is it worth buying in Ottawa?

Hi all, Poverty rate is 9.7%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 55--F, so expect cold winters. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The school system varies a l...

2 replies 4 upvotes housing
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