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Ottawa real estate law made simple
Skip the long email chains — close on your property with top-tier legal support, anywhere.
How it works with Ownright
Ownright simplifies the property closing process with clear and transparent steps that you can complete from anywhere.
Why Ottawa clients choose Ownright
Best-in-class legal support
Close confidently with a legal team that has thousands of closings under its belt.
Track your transaction
Get notified at every milestone, from signing through closing and beyond.
Close from anywhere
Share everything through an online portal. No emails, no in-person meetings.
Ottawa market snapshot
Ottawa's market stayed balanced through June, with prices holding broadly steady and buyers enjoying more choice than in recent years. Single-family homes remained the firmest segment while condos softened the most, and with a typical home still selling in about three weeks, there's no pressure to rush on either side of a deal.
Median figures. Source: Ottawa Real Estate Board, June 2026.
Median price
-1.3%
$655,000
Single-family
-1.2%
$790,000
Townhouse
-3.4%
$560,000
Apartment
-8.2%
$360,000
Days on market
+15.8%
22
Land transfer tax in Ottawa
No municipal land transfer tax in Ottawa — you pay the Ontario tax only.
How Ownright outshines traditional closings
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Share information and documents remotely through an online portal |  |  |
Track the progress of every milestone in your real estate transaction | | |
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Unlimited legal support by chat, email, or video call | | |
Reach out after work and actually get an answer | | |
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Transparent upfront pricing from day one, regardless of the price of your property | | |
Don’t pay for extra touchpoints with your legal team | | |
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Great deals on services with an exclusive marketplace network | | |
Access to informative resources on real estate, real estate law, and property ownership best practices | | |
Closing process
Share information and documents remotely through an online portal
Track the progress of every milestone in your real estate transaction
Support
Unlimited legal support by chat, email, or video call
Reach out after work and actually get an answer
Pricing
Transparent upfront pricing from day one, regardless of the price of your property
Don’t pay for extra touchpoints with your legal team
More
Great deals on services with an exclusive marketplace network
Access to informative resources on real estate, real estate law, and property ownership best practices
Ottawa's Vacant Unit Tax
We check that the seller filed and paid — so you never inherit their tax bill.
1% of assessed value, every year a home sits emptyApplies to homes vacant 184+ days.
Owners must declare occupancy every yearMiss the annual deadline and it's a $250 late fee.
Unpaid tax follows the home, not the ownerUnpaid tax follows the home — we catch it before you close.
Why Ottawa clients love Ownright
Top-notch communication
The communication was top-notch—any questions or concerns I had were promptly addressed, and I always felt like I was in good hands.
The attention to detail and dedication to client satisfaction truly set them apart.
Handled all legal complexities
From the initial consultation to the final closing, they provided clear guidance and ensured I was fully informed throughout the process.
Any questions I had were answered promptly, and they expertly handled all the legal complexities, making the entire transaction seamless.
Online dashboard makes it easy
The online dashboard made it easy to complete tasks like identity verification and to track progress and see next steps, so we always felt in the loop on what was coming next.
Their team was extremely responsive (thanks Camille!)
Web platform kept us informed
We had an exceptional experience closing a property with Ownright. Their web platform kept us informed throughout the process, and the support we received was outstanding.
A big shout-out to Edward and Kylie for their dedication!
Smooth and painless experience
The team ensured a smooth and painless experience during what can be a stressful experience by guiding us through the process and providing their expert advice.
The Ownright application is intuitive and easy to use.
Revolutionizing real estate law
For those on the fence, don't hesitate - their online portal is very intuitive and the whole process is extremely easy...
Thank you for revolutionizing the world of real estate law.
Frequently asked questions
Ottawa has no municipal land transfer tax — you pay the Ontario tax only. On a $650,000 home that’s $9,475, or $5,475 for a first-time buyer after the $4,000 rebate.
First-time buyers in Ontario get a land transfer tax rebate of up to $4,000, which fully covers the tax on homes priced up to $368,000. Above that you pay the tax minus $4,000 — so on a $650,000 Ottawa home it drops from $9,475 to $5,475.
Yes — Ottawa's Vacant Unit Tax charges 1% of a property's assessed value on homes left vacant more than 184 days a year. Every residential owner must file an occupancy declaration annually, typically due in mid-March, even if the home is occupied.
Yes, you can complete your entire Ottawa closing online, signing documents by video call and secure e-signature without setting foot in an office. Ownright handles everything through a single online portal, from ID verification to final funds.
Yes — Ontario requires a licensed lawyer to review your agreement, register the transfer, and handle the funds on every residential closing. Ownright pairs you with an experienced real estate lawyer who manages the legal work from signing through closing.
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