A unique investment and lifestyle opportunity in the heart of historic Sandy Hill. This legal duplex delivers charm, functionality, and income potential with bonus spaces that make it unlike anything else on the market. The main unit is ideal for owner occupancy, offering over 1,300 sq ft of character-rich living space featuring hardwood floors, architectural woodwork, and custom-built cabinetry. A spacious front bonus room provides the perfect sunlit space for a home office, sitting room, or creative corner. Live comfortably upstairs in modern style while the secondary unit pays your mortgage or rent both for strong returns. The upper-level unit, currently 2 bed, 2 full bath, is bright, well-maintained, and currently leased. With the right upgrades, there's future potential to convert the second level into two self-contained 1+1 units, paving the way for a legal triplex (buyer to verify). Bonus Outbuilding- Tucked behind the main home is a detached secondary unit with separate electrical breaker formerly the Worldview Art Studio. This heated space is perfect for a home office, yoga studio, artist's loft, or private retreat. A rare addition with endless flexibility and value. Market Context & Location- Sandy Hill remains one of Ottawa's most desirable rental neighbourhoods, thanks to its proximity to the University of Ottawa, downtown core, the Rideau Canal, and the ByWard Market. High demand for student, faculty, and young professional housing ensures strong and consistent rental returns. Similar duplexes in the area are currently yielding cap rates between 78%, with strong appreciation trends over the past 12 months. This property offers Historic charm, Legal duplex with $6,050/month in rental income, R4 Zoning. Whether you're an investor looking for a high-performing asset or a homeowner wanting offset income, 210 Blackburn Avenue delivers versatility, history, and value wrapped in classic Gothic charm.
For sale
C$939,900
210 Blackburn Ave, Ottawa, ON K1N 8A8
6beds
4baths
Duplex
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$--/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
- 28 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 03, 2025 at 02:11pm
Listed by:
EXP REALTY
Source: TRREB,MLS®#: X12268994
Originating MLS®#: Ottawa Real Estate Board

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 2 x 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- None
- Basement: Full,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Living area range: 1500-2000 null
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,249.92 Square Feet
- Features: Public Transit, School
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 042060269
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Stucco (Plaster)
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle,Tar/Gravel
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: None
Location
- Region: Ottawa
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: C$7,449
- Date on market: 7/7/2025
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