Sold for:Sold May 9, 2026
$714,900

1981 Alta Vista Drive

Ottawa (Alta Vista/Faircrest Heights), ON K1H 7K9

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Sale & Price History for 1981 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Alta Vista/Faircrest Heights

2026-05-06
2026-05-10
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MLS#
x13091888

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About 1981 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Alta Vista/Faircrest Heights

Summarized Description

  • Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances
  • Open concept living and dining areas
  • Fireplace accent wall adds timeless appeal
  • Spacious walk-in closet in primary bedroom
  • Lower level includes rec room and storage
  • Peaceful backyard with mature trees and pond
  • Gas heating and heat pump for comfort
  • Convenient access to hospitals and amenities

Situated in the picturesque and convenient neighbourhood of Alta Vista, this home that has been in the same family since 1981 is welcome to ready its new owners. A tandem interlock driveway leads you to the front door as well as the convenient direct backyard access. As you step into the foyer, you will notice the fireplace stone accent wall in the living room that provides an immediate timeless look to the space. The open concept living & dining room provide comfortable areas to host guests. Moving into the updated kitchen, you will notice quality stainless steel appliances, stone countertops & a unique floor plan that brings in plenty of light & lends itself to a variety of uses. The direct view into the yard & plenty of natural light make spending hours in the kitchen an enjoyable experience. The two bedrooms, both similar in size, share the same level as the first full bathroom, which has been updated with tasteful, neutral tones. The largest bedrm assumes the entire upper floor, boasting plenty of storage in unique drawers & cupboards, as well as a spacious walk in closet. The lower level offers an open rec rm, full bathroom, laundry room, storage & utility rooms as well as a crawl space. The backyard is a peaceful oasis. Enjoy tending to your gardens, fish pond and sitting under the mature trees while being just minutes from the city core. It is truly the best of both worlds | Gas boiler baseboard heating throughout the home, including a heat pump in the primary bedrm & AC wall unit in the kitchen. Kitchen electric baseboard is independent & was used for comfort precision heating in this area | Easy access to multiple hospitals: CHEO, The Ottawa Hospital (General & Riverside campus'), plenty of multi-use paths for outdoor enthusiasts & alternative commuting options, close proximity to a variety of amenities, schools & more | This is an estate sale, no representation or warranties are provided due to limited information. Property is being sold as is, where is.

Key Facts & Features

Property Costs

Annual Property Tax Amount
$5,890
Land Transfer Tax Fee
$10,773

Rental Items

Rental Equipment
Hot Water Tank (Enercare)
Under Contract
Hot Water Heater

Basement Type
Full, Half, Finished

Interior Features

Laundry Level
Lower Level
Interior Extras
None
Fireplace/Stove
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood, Living Room
Elevator
No

Exterior Features

Pool
None
Property Features
Fenced Yard, Public Transit, Hospital
Other Structures
Shed

Building

Building Type
Detached
Building Style
Sidesplit 4
Approx Age
51-99

Construction

Exterior Finish
Stone, Brick
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation Details
Concrete
Special Designation
Unknown

Lot

Lot Front
60.00 ft
Lot Depth
120.00 ft

Inclusions

Inclusions
Refrigerator, Stove, Dishwasher, HoodFan, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Shelving (by freezer), Shed, Freezer, Pond Pump (Some older window blinds are uninstalled but available and can be left if requested).

Exclusions

Exclusions
Piano, Dining Room Light, Second Level Hallway Mirror (on wall), Items in Shed

Parking & Garages

Garage Type
None
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2
Total Garage And Parking Spaces
2

Heating & Cooling

Heat Source
Electric
Heat Type
Baseboard
Air Conditioning
Other, Wall Unit(s)
Water
Municipal
Sewers
Sewer

Bedrooms
3
Washrooms
2
Kitchens
1

Room sizes

  • Breakfast—
    Main level
  • Kitchen—
    Main level
  • Living Room—
    Main level
  • Dining Room—
    Main level
  • Bathroom—
    Second level
  • Bedroom—
    Second level
  • Bedroom—
    Second level
  • Bedroom—
    Third level
  • Other—
    Third level
  • Recreation—
    Basement level
  • Bathroom—
    Basement level
  • Laundry—
    Basement level

Washrooms

  • 4-piece, Second
  • 3-piece, Basement

Municipality
Ottawa
Neighbourhood
Alta Vista/Faircrest Heights
Main cross streets
Alta Vista Dr X Smyth Rd
Directions
Smyth Rd or Heron Rd -> Alta Vista Dr -> Property is on the East side.

MLS® number
X13091888
Data source
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Status change
2026-05-10
Listed on
2026-05-06
Days on market
4 days
Possession type
Flexible
Co-op commission
2% + HST
Seller
Listed by
ROYAL LEPAGE PERFORMANCE REALTY

Home Market Value

Current home valuation for 1981 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Alta Vista/Faircrest Heights, Ottawa, ON. Listed for $714,900

HOMEH Estimate

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$716,500

Estimated Sales Range

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$566,035 - $866,965

HOMEH Estimate for 1981 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa, Alta Vista/Faircrest Heights

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Land Transfer Tax

Provincial

$10,773

Total Land Transfer Tax

$10,773

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