Rural Kanata (Central)
Your comprehensive guide to Rural Kanata (Central), Kanata, Ontario
SAFETY RATING
9.4 / 10Very Low Crime Risk
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Property Pulse
$1,151,653 Avg List
Solid inventory of detached family houses and townhomes.
Community Canvas
2,794,356 Residents
Rich tapestry of families, kids under 10, and professionals.
What You'll Love
Parks & Schools
High academic rankings and beautiful outdoor spaces.
Local Active Listings
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Benefits of Browsing Just Listed Properties in Rural Kanata (Central), Kanata
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Explore Rural Kanata (Central)
Rural Kanata (Central) offers a rare blend of countryside serenity and urban convenience, making it a hidden gem for families and nature lovers. This enclave, nestled within Kanata’s western edge, is characterized by sprawling estates, equestrian properties, and quiet country lanes lined with mature trees. The lifestyle here is slower-paced and community-oriented, with residents often enjoying morning horse rides, backyard farming, or simply the symphony of birdsong. Despite the rural feel, you’re just a 10-minute drive from Kanata’s major amenities, including the Tanger Outlets, Canadian Tire Centre, and high-tech hubs like Nortel Campus. For commuters, the OC Transpo routes along Carp Road and March Road connect to downtown Ottawa, while Highway 417 offers direct access in under 30 minutes. Housing options primarily consist of single-detached homes on large lots, ranging from modern custom builds to charming century farmhouses, with occasional new subdivisions popping up on former agricultural land. If you crave privacy, open skies, and the freedom of acreage—yet don't want to sacrifice city perks—Rural Kanata (Central) delivers the best of both worlds.
For a true taste of local life, explore the Carp Farmers' Market (only a 15-minute drive) for fresh produce and artisan goods. Hidden trails—like the Carp River Conservation Area—offer quiet hiking and spotting deer or blue herons. Don’t miss the seasonal Carp Fair in September, a beloved agricultural tradition. Locals swear by Jean’s Restaurant in Carp for hearty breakfasts. If you’re buying property, check zoning rules—some lots allow hobby farms or home-based businesses. And for winter fun, the nearby Kanata Nordic ski club offers groomed cross-country trails that often start right at your doorstep. A little-known tip: the ‘March Road’ shortcut through the fields can shave 10 minutes off rush-hour commutes, but watch for farm vehicles—it’s a working landscape!
Home Prices & Values in Kanata
The asking price of homes for sale in Kanata has increased 3.73% since last year, while the number of homes for sale has decreased 0.4%. See more Kanata Home Prices & Values.
Find Real Estate & MLS® Listings in Kanata
SousaSells.ca has the most thorough, up-to-date set of Kanata real estate listings. Currently, Kanata has 402 homes for sale, including 273 houses, 82 condos, and 0 townhouses listed for sale. The average price for all home types in Kanata is $847K, which is up 1.9% compared to last year.
Kanata is home to 20 unique neighbourhoods. With SousaSells.ca you'll be able to find the hottest Kanata neighbourhoods, the best schools in the city, and evaluate nearby amenities. Check out the upcoming open houses in Kanata to tour homes in person. Narrow down your home search to filter by price, bedrooms, size or search by our map of MLS® listings for Canada-wide real estate.
If you’re looking for rentals instead of properties for sale, SousaSells has a comprehensive set of 139 Kanata rental listings, including 55 houses and 32 apartments/condos for rent.
MLS® Listing data for Kanata is updated every 15 minutes to provide you the most-up-to-date home listings. Get in touch with one of our Kanata real estate agents to get started on landing your dream home today.
Median Age
The median age of residents in this area.
Home Ownership
Percentage of owner-occupied households.
Neighborhood Safety & Crime Analytics
Rural Kanata Central, Kanata
8 assaults (30.0/100k)
8 B&E (30.0/100k)
10 thefts (35.0/100k)
Improving vs previous year
Formula: (Annual Occurrences / Population) × 100,000. This standard policing calculation normalizes incident frequencies across different population sizes, allowing accurate safety comparisons between quiet residential pockets and dense urban centres.
Disclaimer: Crime and safety analytics are compiled from official municipal and regional police open data records for general consumer informational and demographic research purposes only. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and does not constitute a legal representation or guarantee of future safety.
People & Families
Demographics, age distribution, household size and makeup.
Age Demographics (Detailed Ranges)
Household Composition
Ethnic Origins
Local Schools
Ratings, ranking and classification of elementary and secondary schools.
Elementary Schools
St Isidore
1105 March Road, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 3A7
Jack Donohue
101 Penrith Street, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2W 1H4
Grande-Ourse
1385 Halton Terrace, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 2P9
South March
1032 Klondike Road, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 0H9
Kanata Highlands
425 Terry Fox Drive, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2T 1E8
St. Isabel
785 Goulbourn Forced Road, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2K 0K3
St. Gabriel
400 Keyrock Drive, Kanata, Ottawa, Ontario, K2T 0G6
Secondary Schools
Homes & Housing
Ownership rates, home structure distributions and listing prices.