Nestled in a quiet residential pocket steps from Optimist Park, 194 Genest Street offers a rare opportunity to own an income-producing duplex in the heart of Ottawa's vibrant and rapidly evolving Vanier North community. Just a short stroll to Beechwood Avenue, you'll enjoy easy access to boutique shops, cafés, 5-star dining, and everyday necessities. Nearby scenic pathways along the Rideau River & surrounding green spaces offer the perfect balance of urban living and nature. Commuters will appreciate quick connections to downtown Ottawa and the Byward Market, making this an ideal location for both lifestyle and convenience. This absolutely charming duplex features two self-contained units, each with in-unit laundry. The main floor unit offers a bright and inviting living room, two spacious bedrooms, 4 piece bathroom, and eat-in kitchen with direct access to a large deck...perfect for enjoying morning coffee. The lower-level unit, with its own separate entrance, includes a large kitchen with breakfast bar overlooking the main living area, one spacious bedroom, and 4 piece bathroom. The fully fenced, private backyard is a true highlight, ideal for hosting summer BBQs and relaxing outdoors. While the property offers amazing value as-is, it also presents substantial, long-term upside. With newly updated zoning bylaws, this home now falls in the N3B zone, allowing for future multi-unit redevelopment (buyer to verify specifics). This offers exciting possibilities for investors and forward-thinking buyers alike. Live in one unit while offsetting your mortgage with rental income, rent both units as a turnkey investment, or hold for future redevelopment. As Vanier continues to transform and grow, this is a fabulous opportunity to secure a home that blends character, income potential, and long-term growth in one of Ottawa's hottest up-and-coming neighbourhoods! (id:25961)
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Rooms
| Level | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living room | Main level | 4.97 m x 3.7 m |
| Bedroom 2 | Main level | 2.94 m x 3.11 m |
| Primary Bedroom | Main level | 2.93 m x 3.34 m |
| Kitchen | Main level | 3.97 m x 4.24 m |
| Bathroom | Main level | 1.26 m x 2.16 m |
Details
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Equipment: Water Heater
- Features: Carpet Free
- Parking Spaces: 2
- Rental Equipment: Water Heater
- Transaction: For sale
Building
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Hood Fan, Two stoves, Two Washers, Two Refrigerators
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- BasementType: N/A, N/A (Finished), N/A
- Basement Development: Finished
- Basement Features: Separate entrance, Apartment in basement
- Bedrooms Main Level: 2
- Bedrooms Lower Level: 1
- Cooling: Central air conditioning
- Exterior Finish: Vinyl siding
- Fireplace Present: False
- Foundation: Block
- Bathrooms (Total): 2
- Heating: Forced air
- Heating Fuel: Natural gas
- Size Interior: 700 - 1100 sqft
- Stories Total: 1
- Type: Duplex
- Utility Water: Municipal water
Land
- Sewer: Sanitary sewer
- Size Frontage: 40 ft
- Size Irregular: 40 x 85.3 FT
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This REALTOR.ca listing content is owned and licensed by REALTOR® members of the Canadian Real Estate Association. This property for sale is located at 194 GENEST STREET in Ottawa Ontario. It was last modified on May 16th, 2026. Contact the Nancy Wright Team to schedule a viewing or to discover other Ottawa homes for sale.