Living in Mechanicsville gives you access to everything Ottawa has to offer. With a total of 8 condo buildings, everything your heart desires is available. Mechanicsville is a perfect fusion of modern and hip condos, there are 3 Low-Rise, 1 Pre-Construction and 5 High-Rise. With so many buildings to choose from in Ottawa, there are unsurprisingly many condos for sale in Mechanicsville. The average days on market for condos for sale in Mechanicsville is 62 days. Mechanicsville had 23 condos sold within it in 2020, an decrease of -30% compared to the year before. Last year condos for sale in Mechanicsville had an average sale price of $$356,404, an increase of 15% from the year before. This neighbourhood is Car-Dependent with a walk score of 38. Excellent Transit is available in Mechanicsville. This neighbourhood is a Biker's Paradise with a bike score of 91. The neighbourhoods Tunney's Pasture and Lebreton are nearby.
Locals recommend eating at Desk Nibbles in Mechanicsville - they have great food! There is a surprising amount of green space with Laroche Park in Mechanicsville.
Mechanicsville is the area to the west of downtown between Scott Street and the Ottawa River. Its western border is Parkdale Avenue, and its eastern boundary is Bayview. The area is mostly residential, with 1900s era homes on grid streets. Along Parkdale Avenue, there are several newer high-rise apartment buildings. The east is an older industrial area.
The demographic in this area is mixed, with older people who are homeowners and younger people who rent in the area.
China Town on Somerset street is easily accessible from here. Also, Wellington street is nearby where you can find many shops or leisure spots. Wellington is the main street near the larger neighbourhood of Hintonburg. Tall apartment buildings create a wall along the western and northern sections of the neighbourhood.
Mechanicsville's proximity to many main streets but residential atmosphere make it a great neighbourhood for first time buyers. Easy access to the Sir John A. Macdonald Parkway, offering beautiful Ottawa river views and great commute to downtown. All the little shops and restaurants offer the greatest meals.