12 Somerset Street W 3

4104 - Ottawa Centre/Golden Triangle, Ottawa Centre, K2P 0H4

$2,399/mo

Reduced $151 from $2,550

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  • 1 bedrooms
  • 1 bathrooms
  • 1 parking
  • 1500-2000 sq ft

Listed 36 days ago · MLS® X13782224

About this home

RARE GOLDEN TRIANGLE RENTAL WITH A MASSIVE 400+ SQ. FT. PRIVATE BALCONY! Welcome to this bright and spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom residence in one of downtown Ottawa's most desirable neighbourhoods, just steps from the Rideau Canal, Elgin Street, the University of Ottawa and the downtown core.Inside, the unit offers a comfortable and functional layout with plenty of natural light, hardwood flooring, a well-sized bedroom and a full bathroom. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, generous cabinetry, and practical counter space for everyday living. The standout feature is the incredible 400+ sq. ft. private balcony. This exceptionally large outdoor space offers room for multiple seating areas, outdoor dining, plants, lounging and entertaining. It provides the kind of private outdoor living space rarely available in a downtown Ottawa apartment. Enjoy an unbeatable Golden Triangle location within walking distance of restaurants, cafés, shops, grocery stores, parks, transit, cycling paths and the Rideau Canal. Elgin Street, Centretown, Ottawa City Hall, the University of Ottawa and downtown offices are all conveniently nearby. Perfect for a professional, student or anyone looking for a centrally located 1-bedroom apartment with truly exceptional outdoor space. A unique opportunity to live in the heart of downtown Ottawa while enjoying your own massive private balcony. *For Additional Property Details Click The Brochure Icon Below*

Details

Type
Triplex
Style
Apartment
Size
1500-2000 sq ft
Basement
None
Garage
None
Kitchens
1
Neighbourhood
4104 - Ottawa Centre/Golden Triangle
Municipality
Ottawa Centre
Rent increase limit
Depends on when the unit was first lived in: before Nov. 15, 2018 it’s covered by Ontario’s yearly limit (2.1% in 2026); after, there’s no cap.

Interior

Bedrooms
1 above ground
Bathrooms
1 × 4-piece
Rooms
4 above ground
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
No
Laundry
In-Suite Laundry
Furnished
Unfurnished

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Water and sewer
Sewer

Building and exterior

Style
Apartment
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Shingles
Foundation
Not Applicable
Faces
East

Parking

Total parking
1

Rental terms

Rent includes
Parking, Water

More

Possession
NOW
Cross street
Somerset St W & Queen Elizabeth Dr

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
BedroomMain3.05 × 4.27 m (10' × 14')

Price history

DatePriceChange
Sep 14, 2026$2,550Listed
Oct 19, 2026$2,399−$151

History of this address

2 earlier listings at this address, with sold and leased prices. Create a free account or sign in to see them.

Location

Location is approximate. See nearby homes on the map

The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

  • 🚇 uOttawa LRT4 min walk
  • 🚇 Rideau LRT13 min walk

Within a 10-minute walk: 4 grocery stores, 152 cafés and restaurants, 11 parks, 7 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Farm Boy (650 m). Nearest park: Golden Triangle Park (100 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • Elgin Street Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 96%, math 84%
    9 min walk
  • École élémentaire publique Francojeunesse French
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 96%, math 80%
    10 min walk
  • Viscount Alexander Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 53%
    12 min walk
  • Nouvelle école élémentaire catholique au coeur d'Ottawa French
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 100%
    16 min walk

Secondary

  • Lisgar Collegiate Institute
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 73%, literacy test 91%
    3 min walk
  • Immaculata High School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 55%, literacy test 87%
    18 min walk
  • Glashan Public School1.3 km

EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.

Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.

Who lives here postal area K2P

Owners / renters
19% / 81%
Median household income
$66,500
Average age
40
Children under 15
5%
Homes
2% detached, 71% high-rise
Commute by transit
15%
Population
18,825

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Mandarin 1.2%, Spanish 1%, Arabic 0.9%, Yue (Cantonese) 0.4%.

Safety

Crime Severity Index for Ottawa police: 52 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).

Police-reported figures for the whole police service area, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.

Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada.

Living here

Commute

To downtown Ottawa: 1 km. Transit times · Driving times

Noise Nothing major nearby

No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.

Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.

Internet High-speed

50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).

From the federal broadband map. Check exact speeds and providers for the address.

Short-term rentals

Only in your principal residence (whole home or part of it), with a City host permit. Rural cottage rentals have a separate permit.

City rules

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