Best Ottawa Farmers’ Markets & What They Mean for Property Value

Local food, artisan goods, and community vibes — Ottawa’s farmers’ markets offer more than just fresh produce. For homebuyers, they signal walkable neighbourhoods, strong community spirit, and access to quality-of-life amenities that can influence home values.

Here’s a look at some of the region’s most beloved farmers’ markets — and how they impact surrounding property demand.

1. Ottawa Farmers’ Market – Lansdowne Park

📍 Glebe
This is Ottawa’s flagship market, open year-round. Its central location, walkability, and community events enhance property values in surrounding neighbourhoods like the Glebe, Old Ottawa South, and even Nepean’s bordering zones.

💡 What It Means for Property: Homes near Lansdowne often carry a premium due to lifestyle access, weekly foot traffic, and urban walkability.

2. Barrhaven Farmers’ Market

📍 Fallowfield Rd & Greenbank Rd (Near Strandherd)
Held seasonally at Nepean Woods Park & Ride, this market is well-loved by families in Barrhaven and Riverside South.

💡 Property Impact: Adds appeal to suburban neighbourhoods by offering local produce, a sense of community, and alternatives to big-box grocery stores. Great for attracting buyers looking for a “village feel” in a suburban setting.

3. Manotick Farmers’ Market

📍 Watson’s Mill, Manotick
Nestled along the Rideau River, this charming seasonal market complements Manotick’s historic village feel.

💡 Property Impact: Enhances the desirability of Manotick and nearby Greely. Buyers value lifestyle-driven features like riverside trails, boutique shops, and markets—all of which create a sense of destination living.

4. Carp Farmers’ Market

📍 Carp Fairgrounds
One of the largest and oldest in Eastern Ontario, this Saturday market draws visitors from across the city.

💡 Property Impact: Carp has grown in popularity with buyers looking for rural charm without sacrificing amenities. The market is a key lifestyle anchor, contributing to the area’s growing appeal and rising property values.

5. Stittsville Market at the Barn

📍 Stittsville Main St
A newer addition to the west end, this market is small but community-focused, featuring local produce, preserves, and crafts.

💡 Property Impact: Adds “small-town charm” to suburban living—particularly appealing to young families and downsizers wanting walkability and local flair.

6. Richmond Farmers’ Market

📍 Richmond Fairgrounds
A cozy, seasonal market serving a growing community with new housing developments and rural properties.

💡 Property Impact: Reinforces Richmond’s village identity and is a draw for buyers seeking rural lifestyle with modern amenities nearby.

7. North Gower Farmers’ Market

📍 Roger Stevens Dr
A longstanding rural market offering a mix of produce, baked goods, crafts, and garden plants.

💡 Property Impact: Markets like this help maintain community cohesion and value in more remote or rural areas, appealing to retirees, hobby farmers, and buyers seeking privacy and space.

🌱 How Farmers’ Markets Affect Real Estate Value

Here’s how proximity to a farmers’ market can increase a home’s appeal:

According to Realtor.ca insights, homes near quality-of-life amenities like markets, trails, and parks often sell faster and at slightly higher prices—especially in balanced markets like Ottawa in 2025.

 Final Thought

Whether it’s the bustling Carp market or the riverside charm of Manotick, farmers’ markets add measurable and emotional value to Ottawa’s neighbourhoods. For sellers, they’re a major talking point. For buyers, they’re a reason to fall in love.