12 Somerset Street W 3
4104 - Ottawa Centre/Golden Triangle, Ottawa Centre, K2P 0H4
$2,399/mo
Reduced $151 from $2,550
- 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
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom | Main | 3.05 × 4.27 m (10' × 14') |
Price history
| Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | $2,550 | Listed |
| 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.
Roads, rail, airports and planned stations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Internet: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, National Broadband Data.
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