Barrhaven real estate is home to a wide variety of recreational options for the entire family. From organized events such as tree planting, fundraisers, fireworks, parades, and festivals to sports clubs and a golf course. There are many active community associations and recreational facilities to choose from such as the Walter Baker Sports Centre and Minto Recreational Complex.

In addition, there is a public library, numerous playgrounds, splash pads, and parks and beautiful trails along the Rideau river for biking and walking. A seven theatre Cineplex, brand new Movati gym and other options including martial arts studios, yoga centre, fitness centres, and so much more.

From big box retailers such as Best Buy, Walmart, Indigo Books, Home Depot, Winners, Loblaws and Costco to a multitude of grocery stores and smaller speciality boutiques, Barrhaven has everything for your home and personal shopping needs. Other services include veterinary clinics, medical and dental facilities, spas, car dealerships, etc.

In addition, you can find dining options from fast food to family restaurants and coffee shops as well as an assortment of pubs, some of which feature live music.

Once a small neighbourhood inside Nepean, Barrhaven has expanded to over 85,000 residents and with new developments, the population is steadily increasing. Living in Barrhaven, your new neighbours will be mostly families, along with a smaller proportion of single professionals, empty nesters, and retirees.

Although Barrhaven real estate is mainly family oriented, there are housing options including terrace homes, condos, townhouses, single-detached homes, and high-end executive homes.