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16 Solva Drive
Crystal Beach, Ottawa
List Price: $760,000

Welcome home to 16 Solva Drive, in sought-after Crystal Beach. This updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow sits on a quiet street, lined with mature trees backing onto NCC land. The location here is ideal. Centrally located:  walking distance to DND headquarters (through walking path), Andrew Haydon Park, Dick Bell Park, Nepean Sailing Club and so much more. Excellent transit steps away, including the future O-Train Line 3 Moodie Station. This is a perfect home which will suit retirees, families and investors alike.

The following schools fall within the school catchment for this home, in addition to other French immersion schools. The home is also near Joan of Arc Academy (bilingual private school for girls)

Public Elementary English: Bells Corners Public School

Public Secondary English: Bell High School

Public Elementary French: École Élémentaire Publique Mamawi

Public Secondary French: École Secondaire Publique Omer-Deslauriers

Catholic Elementary English: Our Lady of Peace School

Catholic Secondary English: St. Paul High School

Catholic Elementary French: École Élémentaire Catholique Roger-Saint-Denis

Catholic Secondary French: College Catholique Franco-Ouest 

Features & Upgrades:

  • Built in 1961 featuring nearly 1200 square feet of living space (above ground, as per MPAC)
  • Long and wide driveway accommodates 5 vehicles, including a sheltered space under carport. 2 storage sheds are accessible through carport. Convenient ramp leading to front door to facilitate use of a wheelchair if needed
  • Sun filled home with several windows. Convivial floorplan is ideal to entertain family and friends
  • Pristine refinished hardwood floors throughout the main floor (except kitchen and bathroom)
  • Front foyer with closet
  • The spacious living room features a large picture window and is adorned by a wood burning fireplace with brick accent wall
  • The kitchen is well laid out with plenty of cabinet and counter space. It features an eat-in nook and above the sink window overlooking the backyard
  • The formal dining room is accessible from the living room and kitchen and features a custom display cabinet
  • Three generous size bedrooms, all with ample closet space and updated closet doors. The primary bedroom is located at the back of the home
  • Updated family bathroom with heated floors and tub/shower combo. Convenient linen closet and broom closet in hallway
  • The door to the backyard also offers a direct access to the basement offering the possibility of creating an in-law suite or basement apartment
  • The basement is fully finished and is home to a large L shape recreation room with bar area and gas fireplace, a 2-piece bathroom, a laundry room, a storage room and large utility room with workshop area and tons of storage
  • The yard! A home with a yard like this is hard to find and does not come up often. West-exposed serene yard, lined with mature trees at the back, and backing right onto NCC land. You will be able to enjoy this view in all seasons, and explore wildlife right from your home

Selected Updates: 

  • Trane High Efficiency furnace (Dec 2022)
  • Air Conditioner (2009)
  • Vibration-resistant Whirlpool front-load Washer and Dryer (2024)
  • Oven (2021)
  • Kohler one-piece toilet in main bathroom (2025)
  • Moen pull down kitchen faucet in spot resistant stainless steel (2025)
  • Attic insulation to R60 (2020)
  • Living room window (Dec 2020)
  • All other windows (including basement) are updated, and vinyl
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