The Nepean mortgage market in 2026
As of 2026, the benchmark home price in Nepean is roughly $705,000 (Ontario, population ~180k). Established west-Ottawa market — mature neighbourhoods, strong renewal and refinance book. At that benchmark, 20% down is about $141,000, and you’d need roughly $115,000 in household income to qualify after the stress test — the greater of your contract rate + 2% or 5.25%. Put 5% down and you’re in for about $35,250 plus a default-insurance premium: a smaller cash outlay now for a slightly higher monthly payment. We model your exact Nepean numbers — price band, down payment, and the stress test — before you ever write an offer.
