1712 Playfair Drive, Alta Vista and Area, ON K1H 5S6
3608 - Playfair Park, Alta Vista and Area · Near Kilborn · View map
About this home
Please note there is NO for sale sign on the property - Sellers have modified 2nd level floorplan - there is now 4 bedrooms on the second floor. Located in the sought-after Alta Vista neighbourhood, this extensively renovated detached two-storey home offers over $400,000 in thoughtful updates, combining quality craftsmanship with a functional family layout. The classic centre-hall floor plan features four generously sized bedrooms on the second floor, with the flexibility of a fifth bedroom on the main level.The bright main floor is finished with new flooring throughout and includes a welcoming family room fireplace. At the heart of the home is the fully redesigned and expanded kitchen (2023), featuring custom cabinetry, premium appliances, two dishwashers, abundant storage, and a spacious layout designed for everyday living and entertaining.A standout feature is the main-floor addition with its own private entrance and three-piece bathroom. Ideal as an in-law or nanny suite, guest accommodation, home office, or potential income-generating space, it offers exceptional flexibility to suit a variety of needs.The finished lower level provides additional living space with a large recreation room and wine cellar, perfect for family activities, hobbies, or entertaining.The private backyard is designed for enjoying the outdoors, with an expansive patio that easily accommodates both large gatherings and quiet evenings at home. Three mature fruit trees-one apple and two plum trees-add character and seasonal enjoyment to the landscape.Ideally situated close to parks, schools, hospitals, shopping, and downtown Ottawa, this move-in-ready home offers generous living space, quality renovations, and a versatile layout in one of the city's most established and desirable communities
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 2000-2500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 11
- Basement
- Full, Partial Basement
- Lot size
- 70 x 100 ft
- Faces
- East
- Approximate age
- 31-50 years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick, Aluminum Siding
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Attached
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 4
- Total parking
- 6
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $8,639/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- flexible
- Cross street
- Kilborn
- Neighbourhood
- 3608 - Playfair Park
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$602 (at 2,250 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13882942
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The home and its surroundings
- Carpet Free
- In-Law Capability
- Auto Garage Door Remote
- Rough-In Bath
- Wheelchair Access
- Place Of Worship
- Park
- School
- Hospital
- Fenced Yard
- Public Transit
- Landscaped
- Patio
- Privacy
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
1712 Playfair Drive, Alta Vista and Area, ON K1H 5S6
3608 - Playfair Park, Alta Vista and Area · Near Kilborn
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Listing history for 1712 Playfair Drive
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Frequently asked questions about 1712 Playfair Drive
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 1712 Playfair Drive listed for, and what would it cost each month?
1712 Playfair Drive is listed for $1,355,000. With 20% down ($271,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $5,466 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $6,186 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 1712 Playfair Drive freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
1712 Playfair Drive is a 2-storey detached home in 3608 - Playfair Park, Alta Vista and Area. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1712 Playfair Drive have?
1712 Playfair Drive has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Does 1712 Playfair Drive have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as attached, with room for 2 cars. The driveway adds 4 spaces. In total the listing counts 6 parking spaces.
Does 1712 Playfair Drive have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, partial basement.
What style of home is 1712 Playfair Drive?
1712 Playfair Drive is a 2-storey detached home. A 2-storey detached house has its living space on the main floor and the bedrooms upstairs, on its own lot with no shared walls.
How big is 1712 Playfair Drive, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 2,000 and 2,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 70 x 100 ft.
How is 1712 Playfair Drive heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 1712 Playfair Drive?
Property taxes are $8,639 a year (2025), or about $720 a month.
Where is 1712 Playfair Drive?
1712 Playfair Drive is in the 3608 - Playfair Park community of Alta Vista and Area. The nearest main intersection is Kilborn. The postal code is K1H 5S6.
Is 1712 Playfair Drive still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13882942). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 1712 Playfair Drive asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 1758 Rhodes Crescent at $1,387,000 (4 bed), 11 Garand Place at $1,650,000 (5 bed) and 166 Winther Avenue at $949,900 (5 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 1712 Playfair Drive sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.