Contractors in Castle Heights

Castle Heights is a family-friendly neighbourhood in east Ottawa, overlapping with the eastern part of Overbrook. Located just east of St. Laurent Boulevard, the majority of homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s. The area offers good-sized properties on large lots just minutes from downtown Ottawa, and is part of the Overbrook/Castle Heights area undergoing revitalization.

About Castle Heights

Castle Heights is a family-oriented neighbourhood located just east of Ottawa's downtown core. The majority of homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s on good-sized properties with large lots, offering space uncommon this close to the city centre.

The neighbourhood overlaps with the eastern part of Overbrook and is often grouped together as Overbrook/Castle Heights in real estate and community contexts. McArthur Avenue runs through the middle of Castle Heights, now featuring dedicated bike lanes and improved pedestrian safety measures.

Castle Heights and Overbrook are neighbourhoods in transition, being revitalized through development attracting business, transit, and both government and private investment. The area's proximity to downtown - about 15 minutes by car to government and other office buildings - adds to its appeal.

Location & Boundaries

Castle Heights is located east of St. Laurent Boulevard in east Ottawa, overlapping with the eastern part of Overbrook. McArthur Avenue runs through the middle of the neighbourhood with dedicated bike lanes and improved pedestrian safety. The area is often grouped with Overbrook in real estate contexts.

Common Projects in Castle Heights

  • 1950s-1960s home renovation
  • Kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Basement finishing
  • Window and door replacement
  • Roof replacement
  • Energy efficiency upgrades
  • Addition construction
  • Infill development

Local Considerations

Homes built primarily 1950s-1960s
Good-sized properties on large lots
McArthur Avenue bike lane improvements
Part of Overbrook/Castle Heights revitalization
15 minutes to downtown government offices
Three MLS districts cover the area
Permits: Standard City of Ottawa building permits apply. Large lots may support infill or addition development. Area revitalization may affect zoning and development potential.

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