About this home
78 Ritchie Street is a mechanics dream investment property!! A unique opportunity to own a custom built non-conforming duplex with potential to convert back into a spacious multi-generational high ranch bungalow in a desirable central west location close to public transit, shopping, restaurants, movie theatres, schools and everyday amenities. This versatile property offers excellent potential for investors, owner occupants or buyers seeking additional income opportunities. Both the upper and lower units feature 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom with functional layouts, laminate flooring throughout and large windows that fill the spaces with natural light. The property offers comfortable living arrangements with flexibility for extended family or tenants. A standout feature is the impressive commercial grade double garage designed for hobbyists, contractors, mechanics or small business use. The garage includes its own wood furnace heating system, hydraulic car hoist, commercial grade door openers and a convenient 2 piece bathroom. Three 50 amp outlets are already installed making the space ideal for EV charging, workshop equipment or heavy duty tools. The garage also offers approximately 12 foot high storage capacity providing excellent room for vehicles, equipment or recreational storage. A wood electric combination furnace services the main house along with separate baseboard heating in the basement. Extensive fireproofing has been completed with 5/8 fire rated drywall throughout the basement ceiling for added peace of mind. A shared 60 gallon hot water tank services both units while the garage benefits from its own 100 amp electrical service. Central air conditioning services the upper unit and the alarm system currently operates within the garage area. A rare property combining residential flexibility, income potential and exceptional commercial grade garage space in a convenient and accessible location with endless possibilities! Never flooded. (id:28469)
Facts & features
Property
- MLS® Number
- X13639168
- Property Type
- Multi-family
- Neighbourhood
- Britannia Heights
- Community Name
- 6101 - Britannia
- Features
- Lane
- Parking Space Total
- 8
Building
- Bathroom Total
- 3
- Bedrooms Above Ground
- 2
- Bedrooms Below Ground
- 2
- Bedrooms Total
- 4
- Appliances
- Garage Door Opener Remote(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Two Stoves, Washer, Two Refrigerators
- Architectural Style
- Raised Bungalow
- Basement Features
- Apartment In Basement
- Basement Type
- N/a
- Cooling Type
- Central Air Conditioning, Window Air Conditioner
- Exterior Finish
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Half Bath Total
- 1
- Heating Fuel
- Electric, Wood
- Heating Type
- Baseboard Heaters, Forced Air
- Stories Total
- 1
- Size Interior
- 1,100 - 1,500 Sqft
- Type
- Duplex
- Utility Water
- Municipal Water
Parking
- Attached Garage
- —
- Garage
- —
Land
- Acreage
- No
- Sewer
- Sanitary Sewer
- Size Depth
- 100 Ft
- Size Frontage
- 50 Ft ,2 In
- Size Irregular
- 50.2 X 100 Ft
- Size Total Text
- 50.2 X 100 Ft
The Britannia market
Monthly payment estimate
- Mortgage amount
- —
- Total interest
- —
Down payments under 20% typically require mortgage default insurance (CMHC), which is not included in this estimate.
Estimate only — excludes property tax, insurance and condo fees. Rates compound semi-annually as is standard for Canadian mortgages.
Cost of ownership
- Est. monthly payment
- $3,320/mo
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $11,473 one-time
Payment assumes 20% down over 25 years. First-time buyers may get up to $4,000 back on land transfer tax.
Rooms
Basement
- Dining Room 3.9 m x 3.28 m
- Kitchen 3.28 m x 3.65 m
- Laundry Room 2.91 m x 3.33 m
- Recreational, Games Room 7.16 m x 5.44 m
- Bathroom 2.92 m x 2.23 m
- Bedroom 3 2.81 m x 3.42 m
- Bedroom 4 2.07 m x 4.35 m
Main Level
- Bathroom 1.54 m x 1.54 m
- Bathroom 3.16 m x 2.34 m
- Bedroom 2 3.16 m x 3.41 m
- Kitchen 3.43 m x 4.48 m
- Living Room 5.44 m x 4.94 m
- Mud Room 1.82 m x 2.33 m
- Primary Bedroom 5.02 m x 3.41 m
What's nearby
Location
78 Ritchie Street, Ottawa, Ontario K2B 6E9 · Get directions
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- Last Updated
- August 05 2026 03:22:46
- Data Provider
- Ottawa Real Estate Board
- Listing Office
- Paul Rushforth Real Estate Inc.