The Nation

The Nation, Ontario, Canada

Market snapshot

As of August 12, 2026, the median asking price in The Nation is $589,900, across 109 active MLS® listings.

Those listings have been on the market an average of 93 days.

22 new listings came to market in The Nation in the last 30 days.

Asking prices work out to about $238 per square foot, based on the 6 listings that report floor area.

Detached homes in The Nation are listed at an average of $731,395 across 50 active listings.

Vacant land in The Nation are listed at an average of $846,118 across 22 active listings.

Townhouses in The Nation are listed at an average of $495,072 across 12 active listings.

Condos in The Nation are listed at an average of $305,420 across 10 active listings.

About The Nation

The Nation (La Nation) is a largely rural, francophone-leaning township in Eastern Ontario made up of small communities such as Limoges, St-Isidore, St-Albert, and Casselman-area spillover. The neighbourhood character is low-density and family-oriented, with newer subdivisions concentrated around Limoges and more traditional village housing stock elsewhere. Demographics skew toward young families and trades/commuters seeking more space and value than Ottawa’s urban neighbourhoods, alongside long-time local residents. Day-to-day amenities are community-scaled (grocery, pharmacies, clinics, recreation) with bigger-box shopping and many professional services typically accessed in Casselman, Embrun, or Ottawa’s east end.

Access is primarily car-dependent, with strong commuter connectivity via Highway 417 (notably around Limoges/Casselman) and regional roads; public transit options are limited compared with urban Ottawa, so tenant demand is strongest among households with vehicles. Local schools include French and English public/catholic options in the surrounding communities, and recreation is anchored by parks, arenas, community centres, and nearby natural areas. Real estate trends generally reflect ex-urban Ottawa pressure: demand for detached homes and newer townhomes, steady resale liquidity in the 417 corridor nodes, and more variable pricing in fully rural pockets. Investment performance typically comes from moderate appreciation plus stable family rentals, with yields constrained by relatively high purchase prices for newer homes and limited purpose-built rental supply.

Market pulse

The Nation’s market currently has 450 active for-sale listings with a median asking price of $583,269, averaging $699/sqft and about 100 days on market, pointing to a slower-paced environment where buyers have time to compare options and negotiate. With 106 new listings in the past 30 days, inventory continues to refresh, which can help keep pricing competitive and gives investors more opportunities to find value, though the longer selling times suggest focusing on quality, location, and cash-flow fundamentals.

Getting around

Walk Score 0 · Bike Score 26

Frequently asked questions about The Nation

What is the average home price in The Nation?

The median asking price in The Nation is $589,900, across 109 active MLS® listings as of August 12, 2026. The average asking price is $755,605. These are list prices on homes currently for sale, not sale prices.

How many homes are for sale in The Nation?

There are 109 active MLS® listings in The Nation as of August 12, 2026. 22 of them came to market in the last 30 days.

How long do homes stay on the market in The Nation?

Homes currently listed in The Nation have been on the market an average of 93 days as of August 12, 2026. This measures how long active listings have been available so far, not how long they take to sell.

What types of homes are for sale in The Nation?

Of the 109 homes currently listed in The Nation, 46% detached houses, 20% vacant land, 11% townhouses, 9% condos.

Is The Nation walkable?

The Nation has a Walk Score of 0 out of 100, which Walk Score classifies as Car-Dependent — almost all errands require a car. Bike Score is 26.

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