The Chateau Laurier has always been a pinnacle of fine dining and accommodations, and its newest addition does nothing if not continue the trend of subtle refinery. La Terrasse is an outdoor patio restaurant, featuring a sweeping view of the Ottawa river, the...

Les Moulins La Fayette has recently opened its Ottawa location, and it was well worth the wait. The French bakery cafe is situated at 1000 Wellington St W, underneath The Eddy condos, its large windows looking out on the heart of the Hintonburg neighbourhood. The...

Tons of people in Ottawa appreciate the style and convenience of condo living. With ideal amenities, location, and service, it’s no wonder so many individuals are choosing condominiums. But when living in a condo, you may feel guilty about your furry friend not having...

Laura prides herself on being completely down to earth and totally relatable. She claims it is the result of her Northern Ontario roots. Laura has lived in Ottawa for nearly 20 years. She began her real estate career staging and styling homes - you would swear she has...

Rocco possesses an inherent ability to recognize and truly understand the dynamic and ever changing needs of his clients throughout the buying and selling process. He has an intuitive ability to discover and empathize with the true underlying motivations behind his...

Julie’s unparalleled determination, enthusiasm, and compassion is illustrated through her drive to find the perfect home for each of her clients. Her passion for real estate was inspired after she purchased her first home. Much of her past success – whether working on...

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO WORK WITH A BUYER AGENT? Working with a buyer agent is an integral part of your property search. At Blue Panda Realty, we are involved in every step of the process, from the early stages of touring different properties to the final closing of the...

Buyer representation is a commonly misunderstood concept that is an essential part of any serious property search. For a general overview, see our previous article on the most frequently asked questions we receive from new buyers. This article offers a more detailed...

MICHAEL GENNIS CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT YOUR BACKGROUND IN MUSIC? HOW DO YOU STAY INVOLVED WITH IT TODAY? My background in music started at an early age. I studied and played woodwind all through school. Being a baby boomer, I grew up listening to 45s and LPs from bands...

1. Beautiful Views: Every homeowner wants to live somewhere with a beautiful view that they can admire while doing the dishes in the kitchen or sitting out on the deck. 2. Bedroom Space: We all want a bedroom with enough space to fit that King size bed and have all...

10 Questions with Michael Gennis We asked Michael 10 Questions to help get to know him better! 1. WHERE WERE YOU BORN? I was born in Ottawa at the Civic Hospital on Carling Avenue. 2. DO YOU HAVE A NICKNAME? Some people call me Mike. Most people call me Michael. 3. DO...

Happy Monday Ottawa! If you’re in the market for buying a new condo, I have a list of the top 5 recommendations for a condominium with the best balcony/ terrace views! It’s something to consider when making the move, I will provide you with a little bit of a...

Living in a condo may be the perfect fit; if you are a first time buyer and looking to get into the market, or if you’re looking to downsize your space and responsibilities. Some perks that may be right for you: Someone else handles all the outside work: having the...

Lisa has had the privilege of calling Ottawa home for more than ten years. She first came to the capital to pursue an Honours BA in Psychology at the University of Ottawa and very quickly made a home for herself here. She especially loves the city for its cultural...

Blue Panda Realty is excited to partner up with John King, Engel & Völkers Ottawa Central and his team in the sale of these two amazing listings: 418 Sparks Street and 441 Queen Street. We had an Agent Open House today, scroll through to see a few details of 418...

Green building is an increasingly popular practice in the Canadian condo market. In Ottawa, several developers have followed suit by targeting the highest standards in energy efficiency. To earn this achievement, builders rely upon the LEED Canada for Homes...

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE OF? I like to start the day by catching up on the news while enjoying breakfast, then chatting with Philip about various matters, usually real estate matters. Spending the day out with friends for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Going to...

So many conversations have been had about this topic. Some are ready to list their home for sale now, and some won’t be ready for a while. Some home sellers buy into the myth that “homes don’t sell” during the holidays, while others think that the business and chaos...

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE OF PHIL? Well I start my day off every morning the exact same (as I previously mentioned I am a creature of habit). Starting with a bottle of water with my vitamins, drive my wife to work, head to the office, make myself a spinach...

Home sales (and values) have been on a strong uptick nationwide thanks to low interest rates, freer lending standards and a drop in the foreclosure rate. Sellers everywhere are breathing a giant, collective sigh of relief! But for all of the buyer activity, it seems...

INTRODUCING, ANTHONY DONNELLY Anthony started his investment porfolio over ten years ago purchasing his first home at the age of 21 and has continued to build his real estate portfolio. Having worked on many of his own investment projects and income properties, he has...

Welcome to 238 Besserer Street! Built in 2013, this high-rise condominium by Richcraft is located on the edge of the Byward Market, close to OttawaU, Rideau Centre and major public transit routes. Blue Panda Realty is proud to present suite 1009 – this is a stunning...

WHAT IS A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE OF CHRIS NASH? Up with the family, then some exercise, walk to work and plan my day. After that you never know what will come up as a Realtor! HOW DID YOU GET INVOLVED IN REAL ESTATE? CAN YOU TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS...

Whoever said, “great minds think alike” had it all wrong. Great minds think differently—that is precisely what makes them great. As part of the rebirth of 129 Main Street, The Properties Group set out to collaborate with various companies who were each pushing the...

You asked and we delivered. Welcome home to your new urban retreat! Blue Panda Realty proud to present 1140 Wellington by Tamarack Homes, offering executive, luxury apartment rentals in Hintonburg, Ottawa’s hottest neighbourhood. We know you lead a busy life. That’s...