236 Cathcart Street, Lower Town - Sandy Hill, ON K1N 5C3
4001 - Lower Town/Byward Market, Lower Town - Sandy Hill · Near Cumberland · View map
About this home
A rare opportunity to own a character-filled home in the residential heart of Lowertown, just beyond the energy of the ByWard Market. Built in 1917, 236 Cathcart Street blends period charm with thoughtful updates and offers a surprisingly peaceful retreat in one of Ottawa's most historic neighbourhoods.Step inside to soaring ceilings and beautiful hardwood flooring throughout the principal rooms. The inviting living and dining spaces are full of warmth and character. The kitchen has been tastefully updated with careful attention to the era of the home, while cork flooring adds comfort and practicality underfoot. An updated powder room on the main level is a welcome convenience. Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms, an updated three-piece bathroom and the convenience of a separate laundry room. At the back of the home, a delightful private veranda creates an intimate outdoor escape for morning coffee, summer dinners or quiet evenings. A second veranda at the front provides another charming place to sit and enjoy the streetscape. The freshly painted façade enhances the home's curb appeal, while parking for two vehicles is an exceptional advantage in this central location. Close to Cathcart Square, Bingham Park, the ByWard Market, the National Gallery, shops, restaurants and transit, this wonderfully walkable setting also offers easy access across the river to Gatineau Park and its year-round hiking, cycling and cross-country skiing. Ottawa's cultural and historic landmarks-and the natural beauty of the Gatineau Hills-are all within easy reach." Full of personality, warmth and urban convenience, 236 Cathcart Street is not a cookie-cutter property-it is a distinctive home with a story to tell and inviting spaces to make your own.
The home
- Type
- Semi-detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 1100-1500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 8
- Basement
- Full
- Lot size
- 16.2 x 121.7 ft
- Faces
- South
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Stucco (Plaster), Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 2
- Parking features
- Available, Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,160/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- TBD
- Cross street
- Cumberland
- Neighbourhood
- 4001 - Lower Town/Byward Market
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$492 (at 1,300 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13740100
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236 Cathcart Street, Lower Town - Sandy Hill, ON K1N 5C3
4001 - Lower Town/Byward Market, Lower Town - Sandy Hill · Near Cumberland
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Listing history for 236 Cathcart Street
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Frequently asked questions about 236 Cathcart Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 236 Cathcart Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
236 Cathcart Street is listed for $639,900. With 20% down ($127,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,581 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,928 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 236 Cathcart Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
236 Cathcart Street is a semi-detached home in 4001 - Lower Town/Byward Market, Lower Town - Sandy Hill. 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 236 Cathcart Street have?
236 Cathcart Street has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2-storey.
Does 236 Cathcart Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 2 spaces. In total the listing counts 2 parking spaces.
Does 236 Cathcart Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full.
What style of home is 236 Cathcart Street?
236 Cathcart Street is a semi-detached home. A semi-detached home shares one side wall with the home next door.
How big is 236 Cathcart Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,100 and 1,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 16.2 x 121.7 ft.
How is 236 Cathcart Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 236 Cathcart Street?
Property taxes are $4,160 a year (2026), or about $347 a month.
Where is 236 Cathcart Street?
236 Cathcart Street is in the 4001 - Lower Town/Byward Market community of Lower Town - Sandy Hill. The nearest main intersection is Cumberland. The postal code is K1N 5C3.
Is 236 Cathcart Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13740100). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 236 Cathcart Street asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 191 Cathcart Street at $600,000 (2 bed), 157 Bolton Street at $649,900 (2 bed) and 239 Wilbrod Street at $669,800 (3 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 236 Cathcart Street 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.
How do I book a showing at 236 Cathcart Street?
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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.