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Ottawa Community Guide
Greely Homes For Sale
Country lots, custom homes
Community Overview
Living in Greely
Greely is Ottawa's rural-estate community - large lots, custom homes, and country living just 20 minutes south of the airport and the urban edge.
Buyers come to Greely for space: half-acre to multi-acre lots, room for a shop or barn, and the freedom of true country property while staying in the city of Ottawa.
Who Greely is best for
- Acreage and hobby-farm buyers
- Custom-home builders wanting freedom of design
- Families who want privacy and space
- Downsizers from larger rural properties wanting Ottawa services
Schools
Schools in Greely
Both English and French school networks serve Greely. Public, Catholic, and (where noted) independent options below.
- Greely Elementary School
- Osgoode Township High School (catchment)
- St. Mary Catholic School
- French immersion options in the wider Osgoode catchment
Transportation
Getting around
How Greely connects to the rest of Ottawa - transit, highways, and active transportation.
- Highway 417 access via Bank Street and Albion Road
- Ottawa International Airport - 15 minutes
- Limited transit - fully car-oriented
- Country roads ideal for cycling and motorcycling
Lifestyle
The Greely vibe
Greely is for buyers who want acreage without leaving Ottawa. Most properties sit on 0.5 – 5+ acres; custom homes dominate, with newer subdivisions like Sunset Lakes and Shadow Ridge adding more conventional inventory.
Lifestyle is country-leaning: ATV trails, snowmobile access, hobby farming, and quiet drives. Schools, groceries, and major services are short drives to Findlay Creek or Manotick.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor life
- Greely Community Park
- Sunset Lakes community amenities
- Osgoode Recreation Complex
- Larrimac and Marlborough Forest trails nearby
Restaurants & Cafés
Where to eat
- Local pubs and cafés in Greely and Osgoode
- Manotick village dining 10 minutes away
- Findlay Creek commercial corridor
Market Trends
The Greely real estate market
Greely's market is driven by lot size and custom-home appeal - buyers are typically downsizing from larger rural acreages, moving up from suburban detached, or relocating for the country lifestyle.
Pricing has steady upward pressure thanks to land scarcity and limited new-subdivision pipeline. Custom builds in the $1.2M – $1.8M range are increasingly common.
Market read last refreshed 2026 - Dibbo can share current week-over-week trends and active sales on request.
FAQ
Common questions about Greely
How rural is Greely, really?
Properties typically sit on half-acre to multi-acre lots. You're on private well and septic in most cases, with the City of Ottawa's services around you. It's country, but not remote.
Can I find a smaller, newer home in Greely?
Yes - Sunset Lakes and Shadow Ridge offer more conventional subdivision-style detached homes with smaller lots. The classic Greely product is custom-built on larger acreage.
What about wells, septic, and country-property concerns?
Standard rural-property due diligence applies. Dibbo coordinates the right inspections (well, septic, water quality) and connects you with country-property lenders and insurers as needed.
Thinking about Greely?
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