Ottawa, ON K1G0L8 1622 DRAKE AVENUE

Modern Comfort, Timeless Style, and a Backyard Oasis in the Heart of the City. Welcome to 1622 Drake Avenue a beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached home on an expansive 50 x 110 lot in one of Ottawa's most established and connected neighborhoods. Blending original character with thoughtful modern upgrades, this home is move-in ready, energy-efficient, and just minutes from the best the city has to offer. Completely renovated between 2019 and 2024, the home features 8ft ceilings, a new kitchen and bathrooms, new high-efficiency windows throughout, spray foamed basement and attic insulation, completely new ventilation system, shingled roof on main house and detached garage, new central A/C, hot water tank, and a newly installed wood-burning fireplace. The foundation has been waterproofed and a sump pump installed to divert storm water from the home, offering long-term peace of mind. The fully finished basement adds an additional 600 sq ft of versatile living space, ideal for a family room, home office and a guest suite. Upstairs, you'll find bright and inviting bedrooms, while outside, the property truly shines. Step into your own private backyard paradise, complete with beautifully landscaped yard, raised garden beds, mature trees, and a large garden shed. The 16 x 24 detached garage has been fully renovated structurally, with a sleek epoxy floor and new siding, perfect for storage, a workshop, or parking. Located at only 5 minutes to the 417, 10 minutes to Parliament Hill, and 15 minutes on foot to Hurdman LRT Station and Trainyards shopping. A 5 minute walk brings you to CHEO, the General Hospital, and the uOttawa medical campus. Surrounded by top-rated schools, parks, dozens of ideal cycling/walking paths, and the scenic Rideau River. This is the ideal home for those seeking space, modern comfort, and unbeatable access, all in a mature, family-friendly neighborhood. (id:7434)