425 Besserer Street
Lower Town - Sandy Hill, ON
- 3 bed
- 2 bath
- approx. 1500-2000 sqft
- Detached
- 13 days on market
Character, charm and an exceptional location in the heart of Sandy Hill. Quality-built and full brick, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers original character, thoughtful updates and everyday convenience, just steps from transit, downtown offices, cultural institutions, shopping, the University of Ottawa, Francojeunesse and the ByWard Market. The welcoming and spacious front porch leads to well-scaled principal rooms filled with warmth and natural light, featuring beautiful hardwood floors and original architectural details. Cozy up to the wood burning fireplace during Ottawa's winter months. The classic layout continues upstairs with 3 bedrooms and a bonus versatile loft with separate storage area, ideal as a home office, creative space or additional living area. A finished lower level provides even more room to live, work or unwind. The home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated over the years, including a natural gas furnace (2020), central air conditioning (2022), many replacement windows (2022), a new back deck (2023), a new roof (2018) with foundation underpinning (2003). One of the home's most appealing features is its natural connection between indoors and out. The spacious front porch offers endless entertaining and leisure opportunities and a bonus mudroom/pantry off the kitchen leads directly to the backyard, creating a practical transition for everyday living while opening onto a special outdoor space. The large, private and fully landscaped backyard is an urban oasis, with a generous deck and patio offering wonderful spaces for morning coffee, summer dining or entertaining friends. A private laneway offers generous parking and along with a detached garage adds exceptional space, convenience and functionality. This space offers so many possibilities to expand on this exceptional property. Come see why this classic Sandy Hill home puts the best of Ottawa right outside your door.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2026)
- $7,268
- Listed
- September 3, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Construction
- Brick
- Roof
- Shingles
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Interior
- None
- Lot Size
- 33 x 99 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Covered Spaces
- 1
- Total Parking
- 4
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Rideau St. and Besserer
- Parcel Number
- 042120038
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Fridge, Stove, Hood Fan, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, All blinds and window coverings, All light fixture and ceiling fans unless otherwise specified.
- Exclusions
- dining room chandelier, front entrance light fixture
- Rental Items
- Hot Water Tank
Schools
Elementary
- École élémentaire publique Francojeunesse0.3 km
French public · CÉP de l'Est de l'Ontario · 550 students
Grade 3 reading: 78% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 80% met the provincial standard
- York Street Public School0.3 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 275 students
Grade 3 reading: 29% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 20% met the provincial standard
- École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Anne0.3 km
French Catholic · CSDC du Centre-Est de l'Ontario · 305 students
Grade 3 reading: 76% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 81% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- École secondaire publique De La Salle0.6 km
French public · CÉP de l'Est de l'Ontario · 950 students
Grade 10 literacy: 93% met the provincial standard
- Lisgar Collegiate Institute1.3 km
Public · Ottawa-Carleton DSB · 960 students
Grade 10 literacy: 91% met the provincial standard
- Immaculata High School2.3 km
Catholic · Ottawa CSB · 855 students
Grade 10 literacy: 87% 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 K1N
- Population
- 26,639
- Private dwellings
- 17,122
- Median age
- 34
- Average household size
- 1.8
- Median household income
- $64,000
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 Lower Town - Sandy Hill · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $478,000
- Homes sold
- 223
- Median days on market
- 35
- Sale-to-list price
- 96.7%
Based on 223 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Lower Town - Sandy Hill over the last 12 months.
Rooms
4-piece on Second, 3-piece on Lower
Second
- Bathroom6'9" x 5'10"
- Bedroom 211'7" x 9'5"
- Bedroom 311'6" x 9'4"
- Primary Bedroom18'1" x 12'1"
Upper
- Loft17'5" x 11'
Main
- Dining Room14'7" x 12'10"
- Kitchen11'7" x 7'1"
- Living Room14'1" x 14'7"
- Mud Room
Lower
- Bathroom8'5" x 8'6"
- Recreation21'7" x 20'
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$199,000
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,888
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Mortgage: $4,888/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $606/mo · Insurance: $249/mo
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