Overview of Orleans
Orleans is a large, bilingual suburban community in east Ottawa with a 2021 census population of 126,207 residents. The community experienced significant growth of 21.8% between 2016 and 2021, reflecting its sustained appeal among families and professionals. With a median household income of $125,084 and an owner-occupied household share of 85.8%, Orleans presents a stable, well-established residential profile. Roughly 55.6% of residents speak French, giving the area a distinctly bilingual character unique among Ottawa suburbs.
Housing Market in Orleans
Orleans offers a range of housing options, with detached homes making up 55.6% of dwellings and row houses accounting for 31.1%. The average freehold house price stood at $727,049 in June 2026, while condos averaged $411,991 during the same period. Properties spent an average of 33 days on the market in 2026, and the median sale price across all property types was $654,000. A total of 183 homes sold in June 2026, with 160 freehold transactions and 23 condo sales.
Average Freehold House Price (June 2026)
$727,049
Average Condo Price (June 2026)
$411,991
Median Sale Price (2026)
$654,000
Average Days on Market (2026)
33 days
Total Home Sales (June 2026)
183
Shopping, Recreation, and Culture
Orleans provides comprehensive shopping and entertainment options anchored by the Place d'Orléans shopping centre and big-box retailers including Costco, Home Depot, Walmart, Marshalls, Winners, and Landmark Cinemas along the Innes Road corridor. Recreation facilities such as the Ray Friel Recreation Complex, Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex, François Dupuis Recreation Centre, and Millennium Sports Park serve residents across the community. The Shenkman Arts Centre is a cultural hub housing the Gloucester Pottery School, Ottawa School of Art, and Ottawa School of Theatre, while Ottawa Public Library branches provide community learning spaces.
Schools and Education
Orleans is served by all four Ontario publicly funded school systems, including the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, Ottawa Catholic School Board, Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario, and Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est. Notable schools in the area include Cairine Wilson Secondary School, Cardinal Heights Public School, St. Peter High School, École secondaire catholique Béatrice-Desloges, Sir Wilfrid Laurier Secondary School, and École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Kateri. Families seeking alternative education can also consider Orchardview Montessori School.
English Public Board
Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB)
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English Catholic Board
Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB)
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French Public Board
Conseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario (CEPEO)
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French Catholic Board
Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est (CECCE)
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Lifestyle and Community Character
Orleans is a bilingual, family-friendly community defined by its abundant green space, access to the Ottawa Greenbelt, and river-adjacent recreation including cycling, hiking, and boating. The area maintains a suburban pace with established neighbourhoods and a strong commuter orientation. With an owner household share of 85.8% and a renter share of 14.2%, the community reflects a settled, residential character attractive to families putting down roots.
Owner Households
85.8%
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Renter Households
14.2%
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Detached Homes Share
55.6%
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Getting Around Orleans
Orleans is connected to downtown Ottawa by Highway 174 and by OC Transpo's east LRT extension, with stations at Montréal, Jeanne d'Arc, Convent Glen, Place d'Orléans, and Trim. Key local routes include Innes Road, Tenth Line Road, and Jeanne d'Arc Boulevard, which provide access throughout the community. According to census data, 83.8% of commuters travel by car, truck, or van, while 9.0% use public transit.