149 Daly Avenue - The Besserer House. A truly rare offering and one of Ottawa's most storied heritage homes, originally built for Louis-Theodore Besserer, the Father of Sandy Hill. This iconic residence is rich in architectural character and historical significance, standing as a landmark of 19th-century craftsmanship. Located in the heart of prestigious Sandy Hill, the home features grand principal rooms, tall ceilings, large windows, original details, and hardwood floors that reflect a timeless elegance rarely found today. Natural light fills the space, highlighting its stately proportions and enduring design. Beyond its historic charm, the Besserer House offers exceptional redevelopment and restoration potential. Whether envisioned as a remarkable single-family estate, boutique multi-unit residence, professional offices, or legacy investment, the property provides a versatile canvas for inspired transformation (buyer to verify permitted uses). Set just steps from the University of Ottawa, embassies, downtown core, Rideau River pathways, and cultural landmarks, this address blends history, prestige, and convenience. An opportunity of this calibre is seldom available. Own a piece of Ottawa's heritage and shape its future. 3 bedroom basement apartment is rented for $1950/month and 1 bedroom Butler's apartment is rented for $800/month. Some photos have been digitally altered to show how rooms would look empty. Priced to sell!!! Book your showing today! (id:2493)
Property Type:
Single Family
Common Interest:
Freehold
Property Attached:
No
Living Area (Min):
3,500 sq. ft.325 m2
Living Area (Max):
5,000 sq. ft.465 m2
Zoning:
R4T
Taxes:
$13,471.17 /
2025
Community:
4003 - Sandy Hill
Exterior Features:
Stone
Structure Type:
House
Appliances Included:
Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Stove, Dryer, Two Washers
Data was last updated February 9, 2026 at 11:45 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
43
Avg list price:
$349,000
Min list price:
$299,000
Max list price:
$1,795,000
Avg days on market:
35
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
388
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
4003 - Sandy Hill. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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