Lowertown is a great neighbourhood to come home to after a day out exploring the best of the city. The neighbourhood is quiet and residential, dotted with trendy businesses, and conveniently located in Central Ottawa.
Here is what you need to know about living in Lowertown:
Location
Lowertown is bordered by Rideau River, Ottawa River, and the popular Byward Market neighbourhood.
Restaurants & Cafés
Lowertown is home to a long list of much-loved eateries, such as Shawarma Palace – perfect if you’re looking for a quick bite or late meal after a night out in Byward Market. Other nearby favourites include Zak’s Diner for all-day breakfast and the aptly-named Lowertown Brewery for a pint of craft beer!
Entertainment & Fun
Rideau Street is this neighbourhood’s main strip, where you’ll find a variety of shops, restaurants, and amenities. Also nearby you’ll find The National Gallery of Canada, the Rideau Shopping Centre, plenty of riverside park space, and of course, Byward Market–one of the most interesting places in Ottawa.
Community Events
Lowertown hosts a yearly winter festival, Lowertown Winterfest, with food, entertainment, and activities for the entire family. The neighbourhood also shares many community events with the nearby Byward Market neighbourhood, including Cook-Offs, Shopping events, and more.
Transit Options
With numerous bike paths and walkways, it’s easy to live in Lowertown without a vehicle. There are also a few OC Transpo routes that serve the area, including routes 1, 5, 7, and 9, making it easy to explore more of the best neighbourhoods in Ottawa.
Real Estate Stats
In this neighbourhood, detached single-family houses range from $400-$525K and attached homes from $260K-$650K. The average list price for a home in Lowertown is $484,666. Most houses in this neighbourhood were built between 1890 and 1930.
Want to know more about living in Lowertown? See if this neighbourhood is right for you by calling us at 613.590.3036, sending us an email at info@buyandsellottawa.ca, or scheduling a meeting.