Prime west-end redevelopment opportunity steps to Britannia Beach, OC Transpo, Trans Canada Trail, the Ottawa River and surrounding greenspace. This 9,085 SF corner parcel offers approx. 110' of frontage on Grandeur Ave and 105' on Farrow Street, supporting varied site configuration. Now governed by Ottawa's adopted Zoning By-law 2026-50 (N3C), permitting expanded low-rise residential density with 11m maximum height. Potential redevelopment options include severance into two parcels, with potential for 8-9 unit multi-residential buildings on each lot (subject to approvals), or development of up to 5 attached homes. Semi-detached layouts with ADUs are also a consideration. Transit access and future LRT proximity nearby. Zoning overview and development scenarios available in the attached executive summary.
On waterfront with riverfront access to the Ottawa River
Corner lot
Home design
Vacant land
Construction
Zoned N3C (By-law 2026-50) — final draft
Utilities
Cable service available
Financial info
Annual tax amount: $7,142
Other
Lot dimensions approximately 99.88 x 109.37 (square feet units)
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 38 Farrow St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
TREB #X13584832
Jul 20, 2026
Listed
$939,000
TREB #X12812214
Feb 23, 2026
Listed
$969,000
TREB #X12509474
Jan 4, 2026
Delisted
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Nov 4, 2025
Listed
$999,000
+2
Rare development opportunity in Ottawa's west end! 38 Farrow Street sits on a generous lot offering strong potential under both current R3A zoning and the new 2026 Final Draft By-Law N3C, scheduled for adoption January 2026. The updated framework expands density permissions, simplifies setbacks and allows broader housing forms. Options include potential to sever the parcel into two developable lots, each capable of supporting multi-unit buildings of up to 8, possibly 9 units, or alternatively up to 5 attached homes with stunning views from potential rooftop terraces across the property. Located within an established residential community near transit, parks & amenities, this site is ideal for infill developers or investors seeking to capitalize on Ottawa's next wave of growth. See attached property flyer for full zoning details and development scenarios.
TREB #X12182709
May 29, 2025
Listed
$999,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.