Neighborhood Profile: Alta Vista

Located in the south end of Ottawa, Alta Vista has a special residential charm with  a community-orientated atmosphere. With a perfect combination or urban amenities and residential living, Alta Vista provides a perfect situation to raise a family.  
The neighbourhood is very attractive to both potential homeowners and renters. With a wide range of property types to fit a variety of real estate needs. Historically Alta Vista is know to be a family neighbourhood, the neighbourhood is very appealing to young professionals. With a short transit commute to downtown, Alta Vista in an ideal location for people who are employed downtown.  
 The nice part about Alta Vista is how it has an old-fashioned suburban feel but also lies in close proximity to Ottawa’s downtown core. Bank Street being merely minutes away almost goes unnoticed. 
Most Alta Vista homes are in excellent shape. However, this versatile neighbourhood is popular for new builds. Some people want the proximity and love the neighbourhood but want a newer home. Often times you can find homes that have been renovated to better suit the way modern families live. 
 While the majority of homes are in excellent shape and move-in ready, this versatile neighbourhood is seeing some new builds from homeowners who want the location but also want a newer home more suited to them. That’s because when originally built, these homes weren’t designed to be open concept. Often, however, you can find one that’s been renovated to better suit the way we live now.