439 John Aselford Dr
Huntley Ward (North East), Ottawa, Ontario K2W 1A8
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Size
- 5,000 +sq ft
- Lot
- 710.44 x 568.56 ft
- Tax a year
- $8,8202026 tax year
- Built
- 16-30
- Parking
- 63 attached
- Days on market
- Members
The brief
About 439 John Aselford Dr
439 John Aselford Dr is a 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom detached house in Huntley Ward (North East), Ottawa, listed for sale at an asking price of $1,999,000 (MLS® X13750374).
Set on 5.43 acres of mature forest in prestigious Saddlebrooke Estates in rural Kanata, this architecturally distinctive executive estate offers an exceptional combination of superior craftsmanship and thoughtful design. Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the property feels remarkably secluded yet is incredibly close to all amenities. Designed by award-winning architect André Godin, the home has been created to embrace its natural setting. Soaring ceilings, expansive windows, generous proportions and abundant natural light create a remarkable sense of openness, while stone, stucco and distinctive copper accents give the home a timeless, sophisticated presence. With more than 7,300 square feet of living space, this home is perfectly suited for a large or multi-generational family, entertaining, and working from home. The heart of the home is a spectacular great room with soaring ceilings, dramatic windows and a wood stove, complemented by a tranquil sunroom overlooking the gardens and a spacious dining room with fireplace. The gourmet kitchen is exceptionally appointed with high-end stainless-steel appliances, including two dishwashers, double wall ovens and a six-burner range with BBQ cooktop. Very recent upgrades include the primary ensuite and a newly finished private suite ideal for guests, older children or extended family. The walk-out lower level features a family room with wood-burning fireplace, games room, home theatre, extensive storage and a substantial workshop. Exceptionally well maintained by its original owner, this remarkable home has been lovingly cared for and thoughtfully updated over the years. Every aspect reflects pride of ownership, quality and attention to detail. A rare private architectural estate where character, comfort, craftsmanship and an extraordinary natural setting come together beautifully. If you enjoy peace, nature and tranquility, this could be the one for you.
Insights
Condition Score
Good78/1002 documented update signals
Source: Listing age, structured features and disclosed update language; not an inspection.
Cashflow Quality
Shortfall5/100−$5,855/mo against the cost of owning (20% down, 4.8%, 25 yrs)
Source: Median of 22 detached homes with 5 bedrooms for lease in Ottawa right now. Cost of owning counts the mortgage and property tax.
Condition uses listing-record signals, not an inspection.
The home
Key facts
- Tax
- $8,820 / 2026
- MLS® number
- X13750374
- Board
- TRREB MLS®
- Property Type
- Detached
- Building Age
- 16-30
- Days on market
- Size
- 5000 + sqft
- Lot Size
- 710.44 x 568.56 ft
- Listed on
- Parking
- 3 Attached, 6 Parking
Property details
Property
- Property Type
- Detached
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Community
- Huntley Ward (North East)
- Municipality
- Ottawa
Building
- Size
- 5000 + sqft
- Building Age
- 16-30
- Construction
- Stucco/Plaster
Inside
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Bathroom Details
- 1 × 3pc Lower, 1 × 4pc Main, 2 × 4pc 2nd, 1 × 5pc 2nd, 1 × 4pc 3rd
- Basement Type
- Finished
- Kitchens
- 2
Parking
- Driveway
- Inside Entry
- Garage Type
- Attached
- Garage
- 3
- Additional Parking
- 3
- Total Parking
- 6
Utilities
- Water
- Well
- Cooling
- Other
- Heating Type
- Forced Air
Land
- Sewer
- Septic
- Frontage
- 710.44 ft
- Depth
- 568.56 ft
- Lot Size
- 710.44 x 568.56 ft
Additional
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Roof
- Metal
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Pool
- None
- Den
- Yes
- Family room
- Yes
- Extras
- 3 fridges, 3 dishwashers, cooktop, double wall ovens, hoodfan, 2 microwaves, upright freezer, washer, dryer, water treatment equipment, automatic garage door openers, home theatre equipment, central vac and all attachments, window blinds, all light fixtures, bookcases on 3rd floor, Generac 15kw standby generator. See attached file for complete list
Rooms
| Room | Size | Features | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foyer | 5.64 × 5.81 m | — | Main |
| Dining | 6.71 × 4.57 m | — | Main |
| Sunroom | 3.83 × 5.85 m | — | Main |
| Kitchen | 3.23 × 10.22 m | — | Main |
| Great Rm | 6.33 × 5.92 m | — | Main |
| Breakfast | 3.21 × 4.3 m | — | Main |
| Pantry | 1.59 × 2.59 m | — | Main |
| Office | 3.82 × 4.27 m | — | Main |
| Pantry | 2.16 × 2.12 m | — | Main |
| Bathroom | 3.34 × 2.48 m | — | Main |
| Mudroom | 5.98 × 4.71 m | — | Main |
| Other | 3.5 × 4.57 m | — | Main |
| Primary | 6.76 × 4.57 m | — | 2nd |
| Bathroom | 3.83 × 3.49 m | 5 Pc Ensuite | 2nd |
| Other | 2.78 × 3.55 m | W/I Closet | 2nd |
| 2nd Br | 4.96 × 4.27 m | Bay Window | 2nd |
| 3rd Br | 3.84 × 3.59 m | — | 2nd |
| Other | 6.45 × 8.3 m | — | 2nd |
| Laundry | 2.51 × 3.89 m | — | 2nd |
| Bathroom | 3.3 × 3.54 m | 4 Pc Bath | 2nd |
| Sitting | 6.11 × 4.23 m | — | 2nd |
| 4th Br | 6.09 × 4.07 m | — | 3rd |
| Bathroom | 2.8 × 3.38 m | 4 Pc Ensuite | 3rd |
| Office | 6.85 × 4.56 m | — | 3rd |
| Games | 3.84 × 5.7 m | — | Lower |
| Bathroom | 2.67 × 2.49 m | 3 Pc Bath | Lower |
| Family | 8.72 × 7.62 m | Fireplace | Lower |
| Media/Ent | 8.01 × 4.27 m | — | Lower |
| Workshop | 10.42 × 5.18 m | — | Lower |
| Utility | 6.76 × 8.22 m | — | Lower |
| Cold/Cant | 3.5 × 2.13 m | — | Lower |
Listing history
Buy/sell history for 439 John Aselford Dr, Ottawa, Ontario
Sale history on this site covers the last 2 years, the window permitted under the TRREB MLS® VOW agreement.
| Date Start | Date End | List Price | Price | Event | Listing ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date StartN/A | N/A | $1,999,000 | N/A | For Sale | X13750374 |
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The numbers
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CMHC insurance: not required at 20% down. Payments use Canadian semi-annual compounding.
Mortgage Details
4.8% · 5-year term · 25-year amortization · 20% down
- Total down payment
- $399,800
- Total mortgage amount
- $1,599,200
- Total interest payment
- $1,136,800
- Total purchase cost
- $3,135,800
- Mortgage payment
- $9,120/mo
Cash Flow Analysis
If you rented this home out at 20% down
Break-even down payment
71%Monthly carrying cost
$9,855- Rent $4,000
- Shortfall $5,855
Rental income opens at $4,000, the median asking rent of 22 comparable homes for lease in Ottawa. Type over it with the rent you expect. This is a planning tool, not advice.
Land transfer tax on this home
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $36,455
- Total land transfer tax
- $36,455
- First-time buyer rebates (Ontario up to $4,000)
- −$4,000
- Total for first-time buyers
- $32,455
See how this is worked out
- 0.5% on the first $55,000
- $275
- 1.0% from $55,000 to $250,000
- $1,950
- 1.5% from $250,000 to $400,000
- $2,250
- 2.0% from $400,000 to $1,999,000
- $31,980
- Ontario total
- $36,455
An estimate at the asking price, for a home with one or two single-family residences. Your lawyer confirms the exact amount.
Estimate
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The land
Lot
- Lot area
- 403,928 sq ft37,526 m²
- Street frontage
- 710.44 ft216.5 m
- Depth
- 568.56 ft173.3 m
The area is the frontage multiplied by the depth, so boundaries are approximate. Confirm with a survey before you buy.
Source: the MLS® listing record.
Land and environment
Public records about this location. Not part of the MLS® listing and not provided by the listing brokerage.
Water and conservation5
- Not in Mississippi Valley Conservation’s mapped regulated areaAt the address
- Not in the municipality’s mapped flood areaAt the address
- A mapped wetland is within 120 mDevelopment close to a wetland can need extra review.120 m
- 6 water-supply wells recorded within 250 mAll were drilled for domestic use. From Ontario’s well records; locations can be approximate. The records do not show how this home gets its water. Wells nearby typically go down about 64 m.250 m
- Groundwater recorded about 1.1 m below ground nearbyThe middle water level in the well records within 500 m (14 records). It changes with the season and from spot to spot.500 m
Mississippi Valley Conservation · Municipal flood mapping · Province of Ontario open data
Planning and building activity2
- Outside the Greenbelt, Oak Ridges Moraine and Niagara Escarpment plan areasAt the address
- Nearest airport: 5.7 km5.7 km
Province of Ontario open data
Environmental records4
- No licensed pit or quarry within 2 km2 km
- No recorded oil, gas or salt well within 250 m250 m
- No facility within 1 km reports pollutant releases to Environment CanadaOnly facilities above the inventory’s reporting thresholds are listed.1 km
- No federal contaminated site within 1 kmThe federal inventory covers federal land only; it says nothing about provincial or private sites.1 km
Province of Ontario open data · Government of Canada open data
Power and internet2
- Electricity is distributed here by Hydro Ottawa LimitedAt the address
- Fibre to the home, Cable, DSL internet listed for this areaFibre to the home: Bell. Cable: Rogers. DSL: Bell. Fixed wireless: goZoom, OmniTEC Wireless, PioneerWireless, Rogers, Xplore. Mobile: Bell, Rogers, Telus, Vidéotron. Satellite: Xplore. ISED’s list for the surrounding ~25 km² area; check with a provider for this address.At the address
Ontario Energy Board · Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Each record is placed at the distance its own line states. None of it is an inspection of the property. Confirm anything that matters to you with the municipality, Mississippi Valley Conservationor the record’s publisher.
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The market
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The street
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Schools nearby
| Elementary | Type | Distance | EQAO average 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntley Centennial Public SchoolOttawa-Carleton DSB | Public · grades JK–8 · French Immersion | 4 km | 81%Grade 6 average |
| Stonecrest Elementary SchoolOttawa-Carleton DSB | Public · grades JK–8 · French Immersion | 8.1 km | 70%Grade 6 average |
| St Isidore Elementary SchoolOttawa Catholic School Board | Catholic · grades JK–6 · French Immersion | 8.2 km | 67%Grade 6 average |
| École élémentaire publique Grande-OurseConseil des écoles publiques de l'Est de l'Ontario | French-language public · grades JK–8 | 9.6 km | 95%Grade 6 average |
| Secondary | Type | Distance | Grade 9 math 2024–25 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Carleton Secondary SchoolOttawa-Carleton DSB | Public · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 6.3 km | 78%Grade 9 math |
| All Saints Catholic High SchoolOttawa Catholic School Board | Catholic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 12 km | 73%Grade 9 math |
| Earl of March Secondary SchoolOttawa-Carleton DSB | Public · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 14 km | 78%Grade 9 math |
| Holy Trinity Catholic High SchoolOttawa Catholic School Board | Catholic · grades 9–12 · French Immersion | 14 km | 66%Grade 9 math |
EQAO: share of students at or above the provincial standard, 2024–25 (Ontario open data). These are the schools nearest this home, not the schools it is assigned to: boundaries change, and some schools take students by application. Confirm with the board before you buy. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Ontario.
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