Retail Spaces for Lease in Ottawa

Gatineau Office, Office/Retail for Lease

179 Promenade du Portage is a distinguished Class A office building, formerly the Hôtel Chez Henri, that blends historic Château-style architecture with a modern five-storey expansion, creating a landmark presence in the heart of downtown Gatineau. The property sits directly across the street from the Place du Portage federal complex, one of the largest federal employment centres in the National Capital Region. LEED Gold–certified and constructed in concrete and brick, this state-of-the-art office features open-concept floor plates, abundant natural light from a central skylight, high ceilings, and a collaborative workplace design. High-end amenities include two quality washrooms per floor with granite finishes, full accessibility, and elevator service. Located directly across from Place du Centre, 179 Promenade du Portage is home to notable tenants, including Scale Computing Adaptiv, Plato Testing, and Boston Pizza, reinforcing its prestige within the market. Set within the Kent-Aubry-Wright Heritage Site, the asset offers a unique fusion of historic character and modern office functionality tailored to professional and technology-driven occupiers. Available for lease are fully furnished, turnkey office spaces totaling 9,864 square feet on the second floor and 5,924 square feet on the fourth floor, with additional configurations available from 4,250 square feet. These state-of-the-art suites feature advanced telecommunication systems, conference rooms, reception areas, and flexible layouts that can accommodate a variety of tenant needs. Designed for immediate occupancy, the spaces include utilities and Wi-Fi, with parking available on request, delivering a seamless plug-and-play solution. The space is an ideal fit for high-tech firms and professional services seeking efficiency, flexibility, and a prestigious address. Situated in downtown Gatineau's Hull sector, 179 Promenade du Portage is just 5 minutes from Parliament Hill and Ottawa's Central Business District, placing tenants at the heart of the National Capital Region. The property offers seamless access to STO public transit and major routes, including Boulevard Maisonneuve and Rue Laurier. It is also positioned along the proposed integrated Ottawa-Gatineau Public Transit Loop, ensuring connectivity between the two cities. The City of Gatineau is the fourth-largest city in Québec, located on the north bank of the Ottawa River. Situated in an amenity-rich location and within steps of an array of restaurants, cafés, retail, and services — such as Minotaure, La P'tite Grenouille, Mousse Buvette, La Joie Shawarma, Bistro Coqlicorne, and more. Businesses have access to a highly educated workforce of over 230,000 people within a 5-kilometre radius, 63% of whom hold a university certificate. As part of a market driven by sustained federal presence and long-term employment stability, 179 Promenade du Portage offers an opportunity to secure premier office space in one of Québec's most strategic and institutionally anchored urban nodes.

Date on Market:

2026-06-30

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Centretown-Byward

Located in the heart of Ottawa, 85–87 Murray Street offers a prime commercial opportunity in the vibrant ByWard Market district. This well-situated property benefits from strong pedestrian traffic, excellent visibility, and close proximity to restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, and major downtown attractions. The building provides flexible space suitable for retail, office, or service-based businesses looking to establish a presence in one of the city’s most dynamic neighborhoods. With convenient access to public transit, nearby parking options, and a lively urban atmosphere, 85–87 Murray Street is an ideal location for businesses seeking growth, exposure, and accessibility in Ottawa’s bustling downtown core.

Date on Market:

2026-02-20

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Centretown-Byward

101-105 Murray Street is located in Ottawa’s ByWard Market, a major retail and cultural hub in the downtown core. This property comprises retail space with street-level entrance and additional mezzanine layout. The building underwent renovations in 2013 and retains features that support retail tenancy, including frontage along a pedestrian-oriented street. Transit services operate nearby, and surrounding land uses include restaurants, specialty retail, and entertainment venues.

Date on Market:

2026-06-23

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Centretown-Byward

282–284 Elgin Street is a well-positioned commercial property located along one of Ottawa’s most prominent and high-traffic corridors in the heart of downtown. Situated on vibrant Elgin Street, the property benefits from exceptional visibility and continuous pedestrian and vehicular activity, surrounded by a dynamic mix of restaurants, cafés, retail shops, and professional services. The property offers versatile commercial space suitable for a variety of uses, including retail, restaurant, or office tenants. With strong street frontage and signage exposure, the building provides an excellent opportunity for businesses seeking a central and highly recognizable location. Interior spaces can accommodate efficient layouts, making it ideal for both established operators and boutique concepts.

Date on Market:

2026-06-22

Gatineau Retail for Lease

700 boulevard du Carrefour — approx. 6,080 sq ft of professional or medical space in La Cité, a modern Gatineau residential tower. Build your practice where your clients already live. This ~6,000-square-foot suite sits within the commercial section of La Cité — placing a dental or medical clinic, engineering firm, accounting practice, or professional office directly beneath hundreds of residents and the daily traffic of an established downtown community. For a practice that runs on recurring local clientele, the demand is already in the building. Build your dream professional office or business location in a new, high-quality tower: bright, efficient floor plates configurable to your specialty, elevator access and full accessibility, on-site parking, including electric vehicle power hubs for you and your clients, and prominent building signage. Zoning permits a full range of professional, medical, and personal service uses. Steps from transit and major arteries and minutes from the heart of the National Capital Region, La Cité offers the rare combination of a residential catchment, modern infrastructure, and a professional address. To tour the space or discuss terms, contact Joseph Soares, Administrator — j@josephsoares.com · 873-455-3667.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2026-05-04

Ottawa Retail for Lease - East Central

Prime retail opportunity in the heart of Ottawa's most established and affluent neighbourhood! Located along the high-traffic Beechwood Avenue corridor, this 700 sq. ft. storefront offers exceptional visibility, strong signage opportunities, and direct access to Rockcliffe Park, New Edinburgh, Manor Park, and Vanier. The property benefits from TM8 zoning, supporting a wide range of commercial uses, and is surrounded by long-standing service, medical, and boutique retail operators. With on-site parking and proximity to key local landmarks-including Ashbury College, Metro Grocery, Bridgehead, and Jacobson's-this location delivers consistent foot traffic and a stable customer base in one of the city's most desirable trade areas. 2026 additional rent budget is $22.96 per sq. ft. Gas and hydro shared with neighboring tenant and invoiced semi-annually. Tenant to coordinate their own garbage removal. Note that the entrance vestibule is shared with the neighbouring tenant.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

2026-03-05

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Tunney's Pasture

1451 Wellington Street West is a newly constructed 12-storey luxury mixed-use building known as The Residences at Island Park Drive, designed as a landmark development at the prominent corner of Wellington Street West and Island Park Drive in Ottawa’s vibrant west-end. The building incorporates residential condominium units above ground-floor commercial space, contributing to a dynamic streetscape in one of the city’s most desirable neighbourhoods between Westboro and Wellington West. The structure features high-quality architectural finishes and strong street presence, with ground-level retail and restaurant opportunities facing high traffic and future greenspace, while the upper residential levels offer refined urban living. Developed with modern amenities and high standards of construction, 1451 Wellington reflects a sophisticated addition to Ottawa’s skyline and community fabric.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-12-16

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Centretown-Byward

288 Catherine Street is a substantial free-standing commercial building offering approximately 23,500 sq ft of space across two floors, strategically positioned in Ottawa Centre with direct frontage along the north side of Highway 417. The property features a generous parking area with up to 70 spaces, excellent visibility, and prominent signage opportunities, making it well-suited for a wide range of commercial uses.

Property Type:

Industrial

Date on Market:

2025-12-17

Ottawa Retail for Lease - West Central

The Talisman is a newly constructed, master-planned mixed-use residential community located at 1354-1370 Carling Avenue in Ottawa’s rapidly growing Carlington neighbourhood. Upon full completion, the development will consist of over 1,000 residential units across five towers, creating one of the largest purpose-built rental communities in the area and providing a substantial built-in customer base for on-site retail and service businesses. Phase I opened in 2024 and is fully occupied, with additional phases continuing to deliver new residential towers through 2026. The community offers a full-service residential experience with modern suites, underground parking, fitness facilities, and contemporary amenity spaces designed to serve a growing and active resident population. The Talisman is strategically positioned along Carling Avenue with excellent visibility, strong vehicular traffic, and direct access to Highway 417. The surrounding neighbourhood offers exceptional accessibility and is located just minutes from Westgate Shopping Centre, the Ottawa Civic Hospital, and downtown Ottawa. With over 1,000 residential units on site upon completion and a resident population exceeding 2,000 people, The Talisman provides an outstanding opportunity for retailers, medical users, restaurants, and service providers to establish themselves within a dense, modern residential community in one of Ottawa’s fastest-growing urban corridors.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2026-01-16

Ottawa Retail for Lease - East Central

Prime Leasing Opportunity on Tenth Line Road Secure your place in this high-traffic, new development. This versatile space is perfect for medical professionals (dental, optometry, physio), legal services, or retail businesses such as restaurants and barbershops. Featuring a bright, open-concept layout, the units are ready for a full custom build-out to match your brand. As a new construction project, you have the unique advantage of being the inaugural tenant with a May 2026 delivery. Total Space: 1,724 sq. ft. Unit 1: 784 sq. ft. Unit 2: 940 sq. ft. Units can be leased individually or combined.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2026-02-23

Gatineau Retail for Lease

Excellent commercial property located at the entrance of the Plateau area, at the intersection of Boulevard du Plateau and Boulevard Saint-Raymond. Built in 2002, this high-quality building offers 10,118 sq. ft. of leasable space with a durable brick and acrylic exterior. The property has maintained full occupancy for over 10 years, with current tenants including Subway, Pizza Plateau, and SushiGo.

Date on Market:

2026-02-17

Ottawa Office/Retail for Lease - West Central

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-11-07

Ottawa Retail for Lease - East Central

Located in a high-traffic retail strip mall on St. Joseph Blvd in Orléans—Ottawa’s growing east end—this well-managed property offers excellent exposure, ample on-site parking, and strong signage visibility. Ideal for retail, office, fitness, or professional service uses, only one unit remains available at the west end of the building.

Date on Market:

2025-09-30

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Centretown-Byward

Completed in 2011, Central Phase 1 is the first phase of a transformative three-phase, 540-unit LEED Gold mixed-use development in Ottawa’s Centretown. Spanning two city blocks just south of Bank Street and Gladstone Avenue, the project reimagined a once underutilized area between the downtown core and the vibrant Glebe neighbourhood, setting a new standard for urban living in the city. ? The mid-rise building features a mix of street-level retail, innovative “loft houses,” and residential condominiums above. Designed with a focus on contemporary architecture and sustainable urban planning, the property enjoys high foot traffic and excellent visibility. Anchored by national tenants like Shoppers Drug Mart and Starbucks, it offers a prime retail location in one of Ottawa’s most dynamic urban corridors.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-09-29

Gatineau Office, Retail for Lease

Date on Market:

2025-10-16

Gatineau Retail for Lease

Date on Market:

2025-09-23

Ottawa Retail for Lease - Tunney's Pasture

Date on Market:

2026-06-08

Ottawa Retail for Lease - East Central

Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Ottawa, the Train Yards offers seamless access to HWY 417 and major arterial roads. The site is well served by public transit and benefits from a strong local customer base, with 85,038 residents within a 3 km radius. Prominent neighbouring tenants include LCBO, Pioneer Gas, Movati Gym, Farm Boy, CIBC, Walmart, and a variety of restaurants. The Train Yards is a premiere shopping destination anchored by AAA national brands. This strategic hub attracts a constantly steady flow of shoppers and professionals, making it the ideal location for retailers looking to maximize their visibility, accessibility, and customer reach.

Date on Market:

2025-02-28

Ottawa Office/Retail for Lease - East Central

Rare MS2 Zoned Commercial Space – 4,226 SF on Bank Street! Exceptional leasing opportunity in one of Ottawa's busiest commercial corridors with outstanding visibility, high vehicle and pedestrian traffic, on-site parking, elevator access, and excellent public transit. Rare MS2 zoning permits an extensive range of commercial uses including **retail, professional office, medical clinic, dental clinic, physiotherapy, chiropractic, wellness centre, fitness studio, recreation facility, instructional facility, daycare, place of assembly, place of worship, indoor entertainment, artist or production studio, restaurant, catering establishment, personal service business**, and other permitted commercial uses. Delivered in base building condition with raw concrete floors and ceilings, providing a blank canvas for complete tenant customization. Large windows offer abundant natural light in a highly accessible central Ottawa location surrounded by established businesses, residential neighbourhoods, and major amenities. Ideal opportunity for growing businesses seeking flexible zoning in a premium Bank Street location.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-02-21

Ottawa Retail, Flex for Lease - East Central

The Train Yards is a premiere shopping destination anchored by AA national brands. This strategic hub attracts a constantly steady flow of shoppers and professionals, making it the ideal location for retailers looking to maximize their visibility, accessibility, and customer reach. Located just minutes from downtown Ottawa, the Train Yards offers seamless access to HWY 417 and major arterial roads. The site is well served by public transit and benefits from a strong local customer base with about 85, 38 residents within a 3km radius. Prominent neighbouring tenants include LCBO, Movati Gym, Farm Boy, CIBC, Walmart, and many more.

Date on Market:

2026-02-09

Gatineau Retail for Lease

Located to the west of WASA ZIBI Place and Tesasini Park waterront space surrounded by a walkable network of natural riverside parks, Block 13 will offer retail space to a revitalized Gatineau, with enticing views of the Ottawa River and Parliament.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2024-03-06

Gatineau Retail for Lease

Situated on the ground floor a the corner of Eddy and Jos-Montferrand Streets, this space offers a large patio area with all base building amenities ready for the tenant leasehold improvements.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

2020-05-22

Gatineau Retail for Lease

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2024-11-05