Dwayne Desveaux

OTTAWA🏠 REALTOR®
👔 Realtor® | eXp Realty
🎖️ Military Veteran
📱613-227-4715
🏡 Buy | Sell | Invest | Lease
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Posted to Ottawa in 2026?

I served 25 years in the Canadian Armed Forces and created this complete relocation guide to help CAF members and their families navigate their move.

Neighbourhoods • HHT • Schools • Commutes • Local advice

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#ottawarealestate #ottawarealtor #cafrelocation #hht #militarymove #househunting

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One thing I learned during my own military career is that no two postings are ever the same. If you've been posted to Ottawa before, what's one tip you'd give someone arriving for the first time? Your advice might make someone else's move a whole lot easier.

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[Dwayne Desveaux @DwayneDesveaux]

Posted to Ottawa in 2026?

I served 25 years in the Canadian Armed Forces and created this complete relocation guide to help CAF members and their families navigate their move.

Neighbourhoods • HHT • Schools • Commutes • Local advice

https://t.co/Uczwbyy1di

#ottawarealestate #ottawarealtor #cafrelocation #hht #militarymove #househunting

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If you could give someone one piece of advice before a posting to Ottawa, what would it be?

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My guess:

People already living in Orléans will choose Orléans.

People already living in Riverside South will choose Riverside South 😄

Who’s right?

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Riverside South vs Orléans 🏡

Two of Ottawa’s fastest-rising family communities — but they offer very different lifestyles.

Riverside South:

→ newer homes
→ O-Train access via Limebank
→ fast growth
→ long-term upside

Orléans:

→ established neighbourhoods
→ mature amenities
→ river access
→ strong east-end convenience

If you were moving to Ottawa today, which one would you choose?

I broke down the full comparison here 👇

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#OttawaRealEstate #MovingToOttawa #RiversideSouth #OrleansOttawa #OttawaHomes

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Riverside South vs Barrhaven.

Two of Ottawa’s fastest-growing suburbs — but very different lifestyles.

Riverside South:

🚆 Better transit
🏡 Newer homes
📈 Growth upside

Barrhaven:

🛍️ More amenities
🏫 More established
👨‍👩‍👧 Better convenience

Full breakdown here: https://t.co/OmMckbO9UV

Which would you pick?

#OttawaRealEstate #Barrhaven #RiversideSouth #DwayneDesveaux #ExpRealty #Ottawa

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One thing I've learned after helping hundreds of buyers:

The "best" neighbourhood in Ottawa usually isn't the one with the most amenities.

It's the one that fits your lifestyle, commute, and long-term goals.

That's why Orléans and Barrhaven both have passionate supporters. 🍁🏡

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🏡 Orléans vs Barrhaven: Which Ottawa neighbourhood is better in 2026?

This is one of the most common questions I get from buyers moving to Ottawa.

The truth?

Both are fantastic communities.

But they offer very different lifestyles.

👉 Orléans offers established neighbourhoods, access to the Ottawa River, strong bilingual options, and easier access to downtown.

👉 Barrhaven offers newer housing, modern subdivisions, growing amenities, and a strong family-oriented suburban feel.

In my latest comparison, I break down:

✅ Housing & affordability
✅ Commute times
✅ Schools & family life
✅ Amenities & recreation
✅ Community feel
✅ Which buyers each area suits best

If you're planning a move to Ottawa, this guide may save you a lot of time and frustration.
Read the full article and watch the video here:

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Which would you choose?

#Ottawa #OttawaRealEstate #MovingToOttawa #OrleansOttawa #Barrhaven #exprealty #exprealtycanada #dwaynedesveaux

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One detail a lot of people missed at first:

Utilities are included in the $1,850/month.

Does that change your answer?

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💰 What does $1,850/month get you in Ottawa in 2026?

We recently toured an apartment renting for $1,850/month with utilities included.

✅ In-unit washer & dryer
✅ Modern finishes
✅ Utilities included
Some people called it a fair deal.
Others thought it was still too expensive.

I put together a quick breakdown and video tour here:

https://t.co/vZtGdmyLB0

Would you rent it for $1,850/month?

#Ottawa #OttawaRealEstate #OttawaRentals #LivingInOttawa #exprealty #dwaynedesveaux

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Buying in Ottawa this year? DM me before you start touring homes — 30 minutes of prep saves thousands at the closing table. 📲

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Most Ottawa buyers focus on the down payment.

The real surprise comes after the offer is accepted.

5 things that catch buyers off guard every time:

1️⃣ Closing costs: 1.5%–4% on top of your down payment. Due in cash.
2️⃣ Land transfer tax: ~$6,475 on a $500K home. First-time buyers get up to $4,000 back.
3️⃣ Pre-approval ≠ approval. Always keep your financing condition.
4️⃣ Home inspections have limits. Use it as a tool not a guarantee.
5️⃣ Legal fees: $1,500–$2,500 + HST. Mandatory in Ontario.

Save this before you need it. 💾

DM me 'BUYER' and I'll walk you through the full picture. 🏡

#OttawaRealEstate #OttawaHomeBuyer #FirstTimeHomeBuyer

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🏡 K for Kanata or B for Barrhaven — which would you choose and why? Drop it below 👇

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Kanata vs Barrhaven — Ottawa's most debated suburb question.

Kanata: established neighbourhoods, tech sector, South March Highlands, more amenities. ~$748K average.

Barrhaven: newer builds, quieter community feel, great schools, more affordable entry points. ~$680K average.

Full Breakdown -->https://t.co/bdpLmgI8nr

Neither is wrong. It depends entirely on your life.
I've lived in both areas. Happy to pull a personalized breakdown for your situation.

DM me 'OTTAWA' to get started. 🏡

#Kanata #Barrhaven #OttawaRealEstate #OttawaNeighbourhoods

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🎖️ CAF families — drop your Ottawa posting questions below. Happy to help.

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CAF members — got your posting message and Ottawa is on that paper? Here's what you need to know before you do anything else. 🎖️

As of January 6, 2026, SIRVA replaced BGRS as the Contracted Relocation Service Provider for CAF relocations. If your file was authorized on or after that date, you're in the SIRVA portal at https://t.co/OXVBtQ8pVC. File opened before January 6th? You're still in BGRS.

The good news: your entitlements haven't changed. Same IRP benefits. New name. New portal. That's it.
What to do right now:
✅ Confirm which portal applies to your file
✅ Book your House Hunting Trip early — Ottawa's spring market is moving
✅ Get a REALTOR® on the BGRS/SIRVA Third Party Supplier List working for you

I'm a 25-year CAF veteran now serving military families as an Ottawa REALTOR® with eXp Realty.

I'm on the BGRS/SIRVA Third Party Supplier List and I know this process from both sides of the desk.

DM me POSTING and I'll send you my free Ottawa military relocation checklist. 🎖️

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#CAFRelocation #MilitaryFamilies #OttawaRealEstate #BGRSOttawa #SIRVACanada #PostingSeason

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Curious what your specific Ottawa neighbourhood is doing right now?

DM me “MARKET” and I’ll send you a breakdown for your area. 🏡📊

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Ottawa’s real estate market isn’t crashing… but it IS changing. 🏡📊

Inventory is up 16%.

Buyers finally have more choice.

Prices have stayed surprisingly stable.

Detached homes, townhomes, and condos are all behaving VERY differently right now.

That’s why generic national headlines don’t always tell the real story here in Ottawa.

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, investing, or relocating to Ottawa in 2026, understanding your exact neighbourhood matters more than ever.

DM me “MARKET” and I’ll send you a breakdown for your area.

#OttawaRealEstate #Ottawa #CanadaHousing #HousingMarket #MovingToOttawa