217 Melrose Avenue
Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area, ON
- 6 bed
- 5 bath
- approx. 3000-3500 sqft
- Detached
This beautifully designed circa 1920s Tudor-style home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates in an exceptional location. Situated near the Civic Hospital, parks, cycling paths, and the Central Experimental Farm, the property offers the convenience of urban living while enjoying the privacy and charm of a mature residential setting. A classic centre hall plan welcomes you inside, where rich woodwork, hardwood flooring, elegant mouldings, decorative glass details, and French doors reflect the craftsmanship and architectural character of the era. The updated kitchen features white cabinetry, a centre island, ample storage and preparation space, and a breakfast nook overlooking the backyard. The second floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms. Occupying the third level, the private primary suite features a sitting room, walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom. The lower level extends the living space with a recreation room and two additional bedrooms, providing flexibility for family living, guests, or a home office. Surrounded by mature landscaping, the exterior offers excellent curb appeal with perennial gardens, mature trees, a private backyard with deck, interlock driveway, driveway parking, and a double garage. Convenient access is available through both the front and side entrances.
Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $15,444
- Originally Listed
- $1,650,000
- Listed
- June 19, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Construction
- Stucco (Plaster), Stone
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Block
- Interior
- Storage, Other
- Lot Size
- 100 x 87.17 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- Attached
- Covered Spaces
- 2
- Total Parking
- 6
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Carling Avenue
- Parcel Number
- 040890005
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Vacant
Included
- Inclusions
- Gas range. Dishwasher. Fridge/freezer. Microwave. Garage door opener. All light fixtures. Blinds, window coverings. Boiler. Irrigation system. A/C heat pump. Two heat pumps and four heads. Bathroom mirrors. Washer. Dryer.
- Exclusions
- None.
- Rental Items
- None.
Schools
Elementary
- École élémentaire publique Louise-Arbour0.7 km
French public · CÉP de l'Est de l'Ontario · 350 students
Grade 3 reading: 87% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 70% met the provincial standard
- Fisher Park/Summit AS Public School0.9 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 620 students
- Connaught Public School1 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 395 students
Grade 3 reading: 76% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 73% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- St Nicholas Adult High School1.3 km
Catholic · Ottawa CSB · 620 students
- Adult High School1.4 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 1010 students
- Glebe Collegiate Institute1.9 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 1315 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 K1Y
- Population
- 20,712
- Private dwellings
- 10,737
- Median age
- 40
- Average household size
- 2
- Median household income
- $99,000
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 Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $647,550
- Homes sold
- 128
- Median days on market
- 22
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.8%
Based on 128 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area over the last 12 months.
Rooms
2 × 2-piece, 5-piece, 2 × 3-piece
Third
- Bathroom5'8" x 6'3"
- Bedroom17'1" x 11'7"
- Sitting10'6" x 10'2"
Second
- Bathroom7'3" x 13'7"
- Bathroom6'4" x 6'10"
- Bedroom11' x 11'3"
- Bedroom14'8" x 16'1"
- Bedroom13'5" x 13'8"
Main
- Bathroom10'10" x 3'3"
- Breakfast6'11" x 6'9"
- Den9'11" x 8'10"
- Dining Room14'8" x 12'4"
- Foyer6'8" x 4'
- Kitchen16'10" x 11'3"
- Living Room17'9" x 19'4"
Basement
- Bathroom4'8" x 5'
- Bedroom15'1" x 10'9"
- Bedroom10'4" x 18'11"
- Recreation24'7" x 19'1"
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$270,000
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,632
Land transfer tax
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Mortgage: $6,632/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $1,287/mo · Insurance: $338/mo
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