72 Fifth Avenue in Glebe – Ottawa East and Area: 4402 – Glebe Commercial for sale : MLS®# X13086832
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Exceptional opportunity to acquire a trophy 8-unit multifamily asset in the heart of The Glebe, one of Ottawa's most coveted and supply-constrained urban neighbourhoods. This unrivaled location, steps to Lansdowne Park, Bank Street amenities, and major employment hubs, offers outstanding walkability and enduring rental appeal, supporting historically low vacancy and highly dependable income. Positioned minutes to downtown offices and between Ottawa's two largest universities, the property benefits from strong, consistent demand from both professionals and students. The building is FULLY LEASED and features an attractive unit mix of three 3-bedroom + 1.5-bath units, four 1-bedroom units, and one 2-bedroom unit, along with three on-site parking spaces. Each unit is separately metered with its own electrical panel, providing operational efficiency and tenant independence. The property has been professionally managed and well maintained, benefiting from thoughtful value-add upgrades, including updated kitchens and bathrooms with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplashes, and glass shower surrounds. Four units offer in-unit laundry and air conditioning. Major capital improvements include a new main boiler (2015), updated windows and exterior doors (2019), and upgraded electrical wiring and panels within each unit. In addition to stable in-place income, the asset offers over $30,000 in projected annual rental upside through continued unit turnover and optimization. A RARE, well-maintained core-plus investment in a high-barrier-to-entry location with strong fundamentals and long-term growth potential.
Property Type:
Commercial
Property Sub Type:
Investment
Freestanding:
Yes
Total Area:
7901 sq. ft. Square Feet
Total Area:
7,901 sq. ft.734 m2
Lot Depth:
67'10"20.7 m
Lot Frontage:
44'7½"13.6 m
Bathrooms:
11.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Zoning:
N4B
Heating type:
Water Radiators
Garage:
Outside/Surface
Parking Spaces:
3
Possession Details:
TBA
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Type Taxes:
Annual
Taxes:
$25,940.94 /
2025
Assessment:
$- /
-
Ottawa
Glebe - Ottawa East and Area
4402 - Glebe
Public Transit
8 Hot Water Tanks
8 fridges, 8 stoves, 4 dishwashers, 8 range hoods, 5 washers, 5 dryers, 1 coin-operated washer and dryer
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