215 Columbus Avenue
Overbrook - Castleheights and Area, ON
4 bed • 4 bath • approx. 2000-2500 sqft • Semi-Detached • 85 days on market
Welcome to 215 Columbus Avenue - an exceptional semi-detached duplex in one of Ottawa's most connected and desirable neighbourhoods just east of the river, offering the perfect blend of elevated design, lifestyle, and income potential. Thoughtfully designed and beautifully maintained, this stunning home is flooded with natural light and showcases quality finishes throughout, including hardwood flooring on the main and second levels, a beautiful designer kitchen featuring a full-height quartz slab backsplash, matching countertops with a waterfall island and integrated bar fridge, perfect for entertaining. The luxurious primary ensuite feels straight out of a boutique hotel, and every space has been carefully curated to feel warm, modern, and effortlessly functional. The main living area offers an inviting open-concept layout ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining, while the newly landscaped front and rear yards ($25,000 improvement) create a private outdoor retreat complete with a shaded back deck perfect for summer evenings. What truly sets this property apart is the fully self-contained lower-level suite with private side entrance - a spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit complete with its own full kitchen, full-sized appliances, private laundry, full-height ceilings, and established short-term rental licensing. Currently operating as a licensed Airbnb, this suite offers incredible flexibility for investors, multigenerational living, mortgage support, or long-term rental income. Located just steps from the Rideau River, scenic bike paths, and the Rideau Sports Centre tennis club, this home combines urban convenience with outdoor lifestyle. Enjoy quick access to downtown Ottawa, the Ottawa Hospital General Campus, Trainyards shopping district, Highway 417, and the Donald Street Pedestrian Bridge connecting you seamlessly to nearby neighbourhoods and trails. A rare opportunity to own a stylish, income-generating property in a prime Ottawa location.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $7,060
- Listed
- June 4, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Age
- 6-15
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Interior
- Air Exchanger, Guest Accommodations, In-Law Suite, Separate Hydro Meter, In-Law Capability, Accessory Apartment, Auto Garage Door Remote, Central Vacuum, Countertop Range, Built-In Oven, On Demand Water Heater
- Lot Size
- 25 x 115.94 Feet
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Quill St/ Vera St
- Parcel Number
- 042500287
- Possession
- Other
Commercial
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Built in Oven, Counter top Gas range, Hood Fan, 2 Dishwashers, 2 Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, OTR Microwave, 2 Washer 2 Dryer
- Rental Items
- HWT and Demand and Hot Water tTank
Schools
Elementary
- École élémentaire catholique Horizon-Jeunesse0.6 km
French Catholic · CSDC du Centre-Est de l'Ontario · 465 students
Grade 3 reading: 90% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 71% met the provincial standard
- St Michael Elementary School0.8 km
Catholic · Ottawa CSB · 175 students
Grade 3 reading: 62% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 41% met the provincial standard
- Robert E. Wilson Public School0.8 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 250 students
Grade 3 reading: 42% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 41% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Ottawa Technical Secondary School1 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 330 students
Grade 10 literacy: 48% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire catholique de l’innovation2.2 km
French Catholic · CSDC du Centre-Est de l'Ontario · 95 students
Grade 10 literacy: 71% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire publique De La Salle2.3 km
French public · CÉP de l'Est de l'Ontario · 950 students
Grade 10 literacy: 93% met the provincial standard
Straight-line distance. Nearby schools are not necessarily the assigned schools — confirm catchment with the school board. Scores are EQAO provincial test results for 2024-2025.
Community
Postal area K1K
- Population
- 32,046
- Private dwellings
- 15,235
- Median age
- 42.4
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $73,500
Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, catalogue 98-401-X2021013. Adapted from Statistics Canada. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Local market
Residential Freehold in Overbrook - Castleheights and Area · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $585,000
- Homes sold
- 195
- Median days on market
- 24
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.8%
Based on 195 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Overbrook - Castleheights and Area over the last 12 months.
Rooms
2-piece on Main, 2 × 4-piece on Second, 4-piece on Basement
Second
- Bathroom15'9" x 7'4"
- Bathroom7'7" x 4'7"
- Bedroom14'1" x 9'9"
- Bedroom13'7" x 9'9"
- Laundry11'11" x 5'5"
- Primary Bedroom19'9" x 12'1"
Main
- Bathroom7'2" x 3'7"
- Kitchen16'3" x 14'8"
- Living Room19'11" x 15'11"
Basement
- Bedroom9'5" x 9'5"
- Living Room19'2" x 14'9"
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Mortgage Calculator
$227,800
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,596
Investment Analysis
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Mortgage: $5,596/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $588/mo · Insurance: $285/mo
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