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(873) 800-1758
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169 Lees Ave, Ottawa, ON K1S 5M2

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The Citadel Apartments

169 Lees Ave
Ottawa, ON K1S 5M2
(873) 800-1758
The Citadel Apartments in Ottawa, ON - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,799-$2,209 Pricing
  • 680–1,200 Square Feet

About The Citadel Apartments

The Citadel is an ideally situated 13-story high-rise located at 169 Lees Ave. It is just minutes from the downtown core, major shopping centers, boutiques, museums, art galleries, entertainment and restaurants. The OC Transpo Transitway offers a quick way to travel to work or University. We are within walking distance to the University of Ottawa, DND headquarters, and the Rideau Center. We are minutes from the scenic Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the vibrant communities of Old Ottawa South, Sandy Hill and the Glebe. ? The building features recently renovated one and two-bedroom units. The renovations include granite counters, new cabinets, fixtures, tubs and showers. Each unit includes a stove, refrigerator, a full-size dishwasher, wall-to-wall carpeting, and tile floors in the kitchen and washrooms. Rent includes self regulating heat and central air. Hydro is extra and is billed monthly through Hydro Ottawa. Indoor or outdoor parking is also available at an additional cost. Our onsite facilities include a recently renovated large whirlpool. There is a well maintained exercise room, as well as bright laundry facilities. It is a secure-access building, and there is an on-call superintendent for any after-hours emergencies. ? We are pleased to announce that as of January, 2018, all of our buildings have begun the transition to becoming 100% smoke-free.

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Citadel Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,799 and having 680–1,200 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    Floorplan 1B

    From $1,809

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,809Available Now211680
    $1,809Available Now711680

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,809 - $1,859

    Current Available Pricing

    • $1,809

    Unit 211 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,809

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,809 - $1,859

    Unit 711 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,809

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,809 - $1,859

    Floorplan 1C

    From $1,799

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 702 sq ft
    Available Oct 1
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,799 October 1, 20261015702

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 1015 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,799

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,799 - $1,849

    Floorplan 1A

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 680 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,819Call for Availability1A680 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,819 - $1,869
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Floorplan 2B

    From $2,139

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1127 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,139Available Now2181127

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 218 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,139

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,139 - $2,189

    Floorplan 2C

    From $2,159

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1200 sq ft
    Available Sep 1
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,159 September 1, 20262021200
    $2,159 September 1, 20265021200

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,159 - $2,209

    Current Available Pricing

    • $2,159

    Unit 202 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,159

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,159 - $2,209

    Unit 502 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,159

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,159 - $2,209

    Floorplan 2D

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 868 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,999Call for Availability2D868 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,999 - $2,049

    Floorplan 2A

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 973 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,039Call for Availability2A973 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Granite Countertops
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,039 - $2,089
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 276 Units
  • 13 Stories
  • Built in 1985

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
Garage Parking

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Property Manager On Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities

Community Features

  • Elevator

Recreation and Fitness

  • Hot Tub
  • Fitness Center
  • Tennis Court
  • Pool

Interior Features

  • Tub/Shower
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
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169 Lees Ave, Ottawa, ON K1S 5M2

Getting Around

  • 80 / 100 Very Walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 100 / 100 Exceptional public transit

    Near a wide variety of rapid transit and/or frequent bus lines

  • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

    Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Scores provided by Local Logic details

Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Cafes

    Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Nightlife

    Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Shopping

    Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Parks

    Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 30 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about The Citadel Apartments

Where is The Citadel Apartments located?

The Citadel Apartments is located at 169 Lees Ave, Ottawa, ON

What is the current rent range at The Citadel Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Citadel Apartments currently range from $1,799 to $2,159

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Cost Per Sq.Ft. 3.0

    The Cost Per Square Foot rating shows you the average cost per square foot for floorplans at this community in relation to the local average.

  • Affordability Nice Value3.2

    The The Citadel Apartments Apartments are 20.3% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the city of Ottawa

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,799$2,117-$318-15.0%
    2 Bedroom$1,999$2,687-$688-25.6%

    Methodology: On 08/05/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 2222 other apartment communities in Ottawa using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 08/05/2026

  • Active Lifestyle 3.0

    From fitness centers to pools to putting greens, Active Lifestyle apartments feature local listings with the most amenities that support an always active lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.0-star Active Lifestyle rating is based on the following features:

    • Tennis Courts
    • Swimming Pool(s)
    • Fitness Center
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Nearby Schools

Lady Evelyn Alternative School

63 Evelyn Ave
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away

Immaculata High School

140 Main St
Public School - Grades 9-12
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away

Elgin Street Public School

310 Elgin St
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Viscount Alexander Public School

55 Mann Ave
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

Riverview Alternative School

260 Knox Cres
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

École Élémentaire Publique Francojeunesse

119 Osgoode rue
Public School - Grades K-5
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
School data provided by Local Logic.

Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Citadel Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Staples

403 Bank St
3 minute drive / 1.25 miles away

Walmart

51 de la Gappe
8 minute drive / 3.94 miles away

Lowes

340 W Hunt Club Rd
13 minute drive / 6.1 miles away

Colleges and Universities

University of Ottawa - Main Campus

75 Laurier Ave. E.
1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

Saint Paul University - Main Campus

223 Main Street
2 minute drive / 0.89 miles away

Carleton University - Main Campus

1125 Colonel By Drive
5 minute drive / 2.63 miles away

Military Bases

National Defence Headquarters Carling

60 Moodie Dr
21 minute drive / 10.0 miles away

Nearby Neighborhoods

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Ottawa Studio Apartments $1,693$995$3,380
Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments $2,117$500$5,155
Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,687$900$6,355
Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,631$932$6,487
Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,254$525$10,000+
Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,252$1,050$7,099
Ottawa 6 Bedroom Apartments $3,462$925$6,000

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