178 Main Street
4406 - Ottawa East, Glebe - Ottawa East and Area, K1S 1C2
$3,500,000
- 4 bedrooms
- 4 bathrooms
- 0 parking
- 3500-5000 sq ft
Listed 168 days ago · MLS® X13083828
About this home
Unique opportunity for residential and commercial ownership in Old Ottawa East. 178 Main Street offers three self-contained units: a two-level 3-bed, 3-bath residence (Unit B), a one-bedroom apartment (Unit C), and a spacious commercial unit (Unit A), currently leased by Vespa Wine Bar. Unit B spans approx. 2,805 sq. ft. across two levels with multiple balconies and a large west-facing cedar terrace. The main floor features two living areas, a gourmet kitchen with a statement island and high-end appliances, a full bath with laundry, plus massive windows which lead to an expansive terrace with retractable awning, outdoor kitchen, hot tub, wet bar, and sink. Upstairs includes three bedrooms, including a primary suite with walk-in closet, spa-inspired ensuite, and private balcony, plus a full additional bath. Unit C is a bright open-concept apartment with a gas fireplace, built-in bedroom closet, and den ideal for a home office. The kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and a peninsula with seating, along with in-floor heating in the kitchen and bath, in-unit laundry, a private deck, and heat pump heating and cooling. Unit A offers prime commercial space suited to retail, restaurant, or professional use, with high ceilings, garage-style front, patio potential, separate HVAC and utilities, and lower-level space. Extensive soundproofing has been added to Unit A, along with a stone wall separating it from Unit C. All units have been previously rented, offering strong income potential. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity in one of Ottawa's most sought-after neighbourhoods.
Details
- Type
- Other
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Size
- 3500-5000 sq ft
- Lot
- 33 × 93.98 ft
- Garage
- None
- Kitchens
- 2
- Property tax
- $19,235 (2026)
- Neighbourhood
- 4406 - Ottawa East
- Municipality
- Glebe - Ottawa East and Area
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 4 above ground
- Bathrooms
- 1 × 3-piece (ground), 1 × 3-piece (second), 1 × 4-piece (third), 1 × 5-piece (third)
- Rooms
- 11 above ground
- Family room or den
- Yes
- Fireplace
- Natural Gas
- Features
- Accessory Apartment, Bar Fridge
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Water and sewer
- Sewer
Building and exterior
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Exterior
- Stone, Metal/Steel Siding
- Roof
- Membrane
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Faces
- West
- Outdoor
- Deck
Parking
- Driveway and parking
- Street Only
Lot
- Size
- 33 × 93.98 ft
More
- Possession
- Flexible
- Nearby
- Place Of Worship, School, Public Transit
- Cross street
- Main St. & Hazel St.
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Second | 5.09 × 6.52 m (16'8" × 21'5") | Bar Sink, W/O To Balcony |
| Foyer | Second | 2.37 × 3.65 m (7'9" × 12') | |
| Dining Room | Second | 3.09 × 6.66 m (10'2" × 21'10") | |
| Family Room | Second | 5.45 × 4.18 m (17'11" × 13'9") | W/O To Terrace, Gas Fireplace |
| Kitchen | Second | 5.44 × 3.63 m (17'10" × 11'11") | |
| Other | Second | 4.5 × 7.05 m (14'9" × 23'2") | |
| Bathroom | Second | 1.69 × 3.18 m (5'7" × 10'5") | 2 Pc Bath |
| Laundry | Second | 2.36 × 1.65 m (7'9" × 5'5") | Laundry Sink |
| Primary Bedroom | Third | 4.51 × 4.51 m (14'10" × 14'10") | W/O To Balcony, Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Bathroom | Third | 4.59 × 3.5 m (15'1" × 11'6") | 5 Pc Ensuite |
| Bedroom 2 | Third | 3.09 × 3.27 m (10'2" × 10'9") | |
| Bedroom 3 | Third | 3.6 × 3.33 m (11'10" × 10'11") | Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Bathroom | Third | 3.3 × 1.66 m (10'10" × 5'5") | 4 Pc Bath |
| Kitchen | Ground | 2.56 × 2.43 m (8'5" × 8') | |
| Living Room | Ground | 5.79 × 4.08 m (19' × 13'5") | Gas Fireplace |
| Bedroom 4 | Ground | 2.74 × 3.35 m (9' × 11') | |
| Other | Ground | 4.69 × 2.87 m (15'5" × 9'5") |
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The neighbourhood
Getting around Very walkable
- 🚇 Lees LRT16 min walk
- 🚇 Hurdman LRT18 min walk
Within a 10-minute walk: 3 grocery stores, 28 cafés and restaurants, 11 parks, 2 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Urban Greens (50 m). Nearest park: NCC (350 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- Nouvelle école élémentaire catholique au coeur d'Ottawa French
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 100%5 min walk - Lady Evelyn Alternative School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 69%, math 38%5 min walk - First Avenue Public School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 93%, math 67%10 min walk - The Element Private15 min walk
Secondary
- Immaculata High School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 9 math 55%, literacy test 87%3 min walk - Glashan Public School18 min walk
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%.
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Who lives here postal area K1S
- Owners / renters
- 51% / 49%
- Median household income
- $106,000
- Average age
- 41
- Children under 15
- 12%
- Homes
- 30% detached, 28% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 13%
- Population
- 31,257
Languages spoken most at home besides English: Mandarin 1.6%, Arabic 0.6%, Spanish 0.6%, Iranian Persian 0.4%.
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Commute
To downtown Ottawa: 2 km. Transit times · Driving times
Noise 1 source nearby
- 🛣️ Highway 417500 m
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