Orleans sits along the Ottawa River on the eastern edge of the city and has grown into one of its largest and most sought-after family communities. A big part of the appeal is value: buyers here typically get more space and newer homes for the price than in comparable west-end areas. Add a strong bilingual community, excellent recreation, and riverfront access at Petrie Island, and it's easy to see why so many families put down roots and stay.
Whatever style of home you're after, here's what's currently listed in Orleans
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You'll find just about every housing type here: freehold and condo townhomes for first-time buyers, spacious detached homes for growing families, and single-level bungalows that appeal to downsizers and buyers who want main-floor living. Newer construction is concentrated in Avalon and Cardinal Creek, while Convent Glen and Queenswood offer established homes on mature lots.
Day to day, Orleans is built for family life. Place d'Orleans anchors the shopping and is a hub on the O-Train, the Ray Friel and Bob MacQuarrie recreation complexes cover arenas, pools, and fitness, and Petrie Island brings a beach and riverfront trails right into the community. Schools are a major draw, with some of the city's strongest French and English public and Catholic options.
