Best streets & neighbourhoods in Stittsville, Ottawa — the 2026 local guide
By Bright Movers Ottawa | May 16, 2026
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We wanted space, quiet streets, good schools and still be close enough to the city that we didn’t feel isolated. Stittsville was the answer.”
That’s a sentiment we hear regularly from families who’ve made the move west. Stittsville once a quiet village on Ottawa’s western edge has grown into one of the most sought-after communities in the entire Ottawa region. And yet it has somehow managed to hold onto the warmth, pace, and character of a small town, even as it expanded.
If you’re considering moving to Stittsville, the question isn’t really whether it’s a good choice it almost certainly is. The question is: where within Stittsville? Because this community has distinct pockets, each with its own feel, price point and appeal. As Stittsville’s trusted local movers, the team at Bright Movers Ottawa has spent years on these streets. Here’s what we’ve learned.
Why Stittsville? What makes it different from other Ottawa suburbs
Ottawa has no shortage of suburbs so what sets Stittsville apart? A few things stand out consistently when we talk to families who’ve moved here:
🏡 Real community feel
Stittsville has a village identity that most Ottawa suburbs lack. Main Street, local events, active community associations this isn’t just a collection of subdivisions.
🌳 More space per dollar
Stittsville consistently offers larger lots and more interior square footage than equivalent-priced homes in Kanata or Barrhaven — especially in newer developments.
🚗 Excellent highway access
Hwy 417 access via Eagleson Road puts Stittsville residents within 20–30 minutes of downtown Ottawa and Kanata’s tech corridor in normal traffic.
🏫 Excellent schools
Both OCDSB and OCSB English schools are well-regarded. The community is also close enough to Kanata for families needing French immersion or specialized programs.
🌾 Nature at the doorstep
Stittsville borders the Trans Canada Trail, Goulbourn Wetlands and multiple creek corridors making it one of Ottawa’s most nature-accessible communities.
📈 Strong resale values
Stittsville has seen consistent property value appreciation. Homes here tend to hold and grow their value well making it a strong long-term investment as well as a great place to live.
🏘️ Abbott Street East & Old Stittsville Village heritage charm
The oldest part of Stittsville centred around Abbott Street East and the original village core has a character you simply won’t find in newer subdivisions. Tree-lined streets, older homes with generous lots, mature gardens, and a walkability to Stittsville Main Street that newer developments can’t replicate.
Who it’s best for
Buyers seeking character and history over cookie-cutter new builds. Often appeals to couples, professionals and empty-nesters who want a walkable village lifestyle with larger lots and mature landscaping.
Streets worth knowing
Abbott Street East is the heart of old Stittsville quiet, tree-lined, with a mix of older bungalows and updated homes. Stittsville Main Street itself has some residential pockets that put you steps from the local shops, cafés and restaurants that give the community its character.
Typical home price range: $600K–$900K+
Older homes on larger lots command a premium here for the character and location they offer.
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🌳 Fairwinds & Westwood — family-first neighbourhoods
Fairwinds is one of Stittsville’s most established and popular family neighbourhoods a community of well-maintained detached homes, generous green spaces, and a genuine neighbourhood culture. Weekend hockey on driveways, neighbours who know each other’s names, kids riding bikes in the evening Fairwinds is where the Stittsville family lifestyle really lives.
Westwood, adjacent to Fairwinds, offers a similar profile slightly newer housing stock, excellent access to the Trans Canada Trail, and a quietly prestigious feel. Many Stittsville long-timers consider Westwood and Fairwinds the community’s sweet spot.
Streets worth knowing
Fairwinds Drive and its connecting streets offer a mix of two-storey family homes with attached garages and established landscaping. Westview Drive and surrounding streets in the Westwood pocket offer slightly larger lots with excellent trail access directly from the neighbourhood.
Who it’s best for
Young and established families with children. The community culture is actively family-oriented, schools are close, parks are integrated throughout the neighbourhood, and the Trans Canada Trail gives outdoor-active families direct access to kilometres of cycling and walking paths.
Typical home price range: $650K–$950K
🏡 Tulloch Drive area & Stittsville Main Street corridor
The streets running off and parallel to Stittsville Main Street including the Tulloch Drive area represent a uniquely versatile part of Stittsville. You’re within walking distance of every local amenity Main Street has to offer, while still being in a quiet residential setting with good lot sizes.
This area attracts a wide range of buyers from young professionals who want walkability without downtown prices, to downsizers who want to be close to everything without the upkeep of a large property. It’s one of Stittsville’s most consistently in-demand pockets.
Streets worth knowing
Tulloch Drive is a quiet residential street with a mix of bungalows and two-storeys popular with both families and downsizers. Streets branching off Stittsville Main Street to the north and south offer some of the best walkability in the community coffee shop, ice cream, pub and groceries all within a 5-minute walk.
Typical home price range: $550K–$800K
🆕 Milburn & Edenwylde — Ottawa's newest west-end communities
On Stittsville’s growing northern and western edges, newer master-planned communities like Milburn and Edenwylde represent the latest chapter in the area’s expansion. These are some of the newest homes available in the Ottawa west end modern open-concept layouts, energy-efficient construction, and the kind of spaces that today’s buyers are looking for.
While these communities are still maturing schools, retail and community amenities are growing to meet demand they offer excellent value for buyers who want brand-new construction in a location that is clearly in the path of Ottawa’s continued westward growth.
Who it’s best for
First-time buyers and young families who want new construction, larger floor plans, and modern finishes at a more accessible price point than comparable new builds in Kanata or Barrhaven. Also appeals to move-up buyers who want maximum space for their budget.
What to be aware of
As with all new communities, amenity development takes time. Residents in the newest phases of Milburn and Edenwylde may find themselves driving for some daily needs while the community builds out. This is typical of any growing Ottawa suburb and Stittsville’s established village core is still just minutes away.
Typical home price range: $650K–$1.1M+
New construction commands a premium but you’re getting a warranty, modern systems, and no renovation surprises.
What does housing cost in Stittsville in 2026?
Stittsville sits comfortably in the mid-to-upper range of Ottawa suburban markets more affordable than comparable communities in inner Ottawa, but reflecting its quality and desirability. Here’s a realistic snapshot:
$550K–$700K: Entry-level detached older stock, smaller lot
$700K–$900K: Mid-range detached Fairwinds, Westwood
$900K–$1.2M+ Premium detached large lots, new builds
$400K–$550K Townhomes & semis entry-level options
Moving to or from Stittsville? Our dedicated Stittsville movers team knows every street in this community. We also serve neighbouring Kanata, Barrhaven, Nepean, Arnprior and Carleton Place — and all of Ottawa and the surrounding region
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Final thoughts
Stittsville is one of those communities that rewards people who give it a proper look. It’s not the flashiest suburb in Ottawa and that’s precisely its appeal. What it offers is something genuinely rare in a growing city: a real community, beautiful streets, excellent schools, meaningful green space, and a quality of life that people who move here consistently say exceeded their expectations.
Whether you’re drawn to the heritage character of Old Stittsville, the family culture of Fairwinds, the walkability of the Main Street corridor, or the modern spaces of Milburn and Edenwylde there’s a Stittsville neighbourhood for you. And when you’re ready to move, Bright Movers Ottawa will be there to help you settle in.