45 Bell Street N, West Centre Town, ON K1R 7C5
4205 - West Centre Town, West Centre Town · Near Eccles and Bell · View map
About this home
Exceptional investment opportunity in the heart of Centretown! This well-maintained and recently renovated LEGAL duplex offers the perfect combination of strong cash flow, owner-occupancy flexibility, and long-term value in one of Ottawa's most desirable urban neighbourhoods. Featuring two spacious 2-bedroom units, each with its own private entrance, separate hydro meter, and in-unit laundry, this turnkey property is ideal for investors and homeowners alike. Numerous updates include renovated kitchens and bathrooms, updated plumbing and electrical, fire escapes brought up to code, fresh paint throughout, updated flooring, fencing improvements, and countless other upgrades that contribute to the property's excellent condition and tenant appeal. A rare bonus for Centretown, the property includes 3 parking spaces, a highly sought-after feature for both tenants and owners. Investors will appreciate the potential for a return exceeding 7.0%, while owner-occupants can live in one unit and rent the other to significantly offset mortgage costs. Landlord pays heat and water, while tenants pay their own hydro through separate meters. Ideally located steps from Bank Street, Chinatown, Little Italy, public transit, parks, cafés, restaurants, shopping, entertainment, government offices, and some of Ottawa's most vibrant urban amenities. Residents enjoy easy access to Dow's Lake, the Rideau Canal, LeBreton Flats, Carleton University, the University of Ottawa, and downtown employment hubs. With strong rental demand, exceptional walkability, and major updates already completed, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a quality income property in one of Ottawa's most established and sought-after neighbourhoods.
The home
- Type
- Duplex
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 2000-2500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 2
- Rooms
- 14
- Basement
- Unfinished
- Lot size
- 33 x 75 ft
- Faces
- East
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Aluminum Siding
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
- Lane, Private, Tandem
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $5,142/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Eccles and Bell
- Neighbourhood
- 4205 - West Centre Town
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$289 (at 2,250 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X14130934
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The home and its surroundings
- Carpet Free
- Separate Hydro Meter
- Storage
- Sump Pump
- Water Heater Owned
- School
- Public Transit
- Porch
- 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.
45 Bell Street, West Centre Town, ON K1R 7C5
4205 - West Centre Town, West Centre Town · Near Eccles and Bell
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Listing history for 45 Bell Street
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Frequently asked questions about 45 Bell Street N
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 45 Bell Street N listed for, and what would it cost each month?
45 Bell Street N is listed for $649,900. With 20% down ($129,980), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,622 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,050 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 45 Bell Street N freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
45 Bell Street N is a duplex in 4205 - West Centre Town, West Centre Town. 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 45 Bell Street N have?
45 Bell Street N has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2-storey.
Does 45 Bell Street N 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 45 Bell Street N have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as unfinished.
What style of home is 45 Bell Street N?
45 Bell Street N is a duplex. A multiplex holds two or more separate units under one roof, often bought to live in one unit and rent the others.
How big is 45 Bell Street N, 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 33 x 75 ft.
How is 45 Bell Street N heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 45 Bell Street N?
Property taxes are $5,142 a year (2025), or about $429 a month.
Where is 45 Bell Street N?
45 Bell Street N is in the 4205 - West Centre Town community of West Centre Town. The nearest main intersection is Eccles and Bell. The postal code is K1R 7C5.
Is 45 Bell Street N still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X14130934). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 45 Bell Street N asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 174 Arthur Street at $649,900 (4 bed), 52 Lebreton Street N at $799,900 (4 bed) and 84 Anderson Street at $774,900 (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 45 Bell 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 45 Bell Street N?
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Listing information comes from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board through PropTx and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. It is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA.
*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.