SPLITTING THE DIFFERENCE

A split-level offers the best of both open and closed design. Floor levels are staggered: there are typically two short sets of stairs, one up and one down, and the basement level provides additional living space. A split-level is generally more affordabl

Location: 2 Byrd Cr., Kanata

Asking price: $468,000

Key features: Four-bedroom, three-bath upgraded home features spacious living room and dining room with hardwood flooring, crown moulding and sizable windows, as well as a sunken family room with gas fireplace and finished lower level with recreation room, hobby room and den. The kitchen includes stainless-steel appliances, granite, glazed maple cabinetry and an eating area. Located on a quiet crescent, the yard includes a deck, mature hedges and gardens.

Listing date: Oct. 9

MLS#: 975135

Location: 767 Canterbury Ave., Elmvale Acres

Asking price: $379,900 Key features: Spacious Camelot model by

Knight Homes with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Updated with hardwood flooring, newer windows, large living room, formal dining room and add-on family room, as well as a finished lower level with ample recreation and storage space. Kitchen features ceramic flooring, lots of storage and walkout to the backyard.

Listing date: Sept. 2

MLS#: 970472

Location: 206 Blackburn Ave., Sandy Hill

Asking price: $599,900

Key features: Freshly upgraded, this 2,000-square-foot home has three bedrooms, 2½ baths, luxurious tigerwood floors, artisan made cabinetry and stainlesssteel appliances. Also includes granite counters, two parking spaces, backyard deck, storage and more. Located close to parks and schools.

Listing date: Sept. 9

MLS#: 971416

Location: 34 Woodhill Cr., Blackburn Hamlet

Asking price: $439,999

Key features: Three-bedroom, two-bath home with many updates. Includes eat-in kitchen with custom wood cupboards, heated tile flooring, two skylights, main-floor family room with gas fireplace and renovated baths. Finished basement contains large recreation room, den and storage space. Yard is fenced, with mature cedar hedges, raised deck and patio.

Listing date: Sept. 16

MLS#: 972102

Location: 6287 Fortune Dr., Convent Glen

Asking price: $349,900

Key features: Three-bedroom, 2½-bath home with hardwood and ceramic tile floors and newly updated kitchen on the main level. The master bedroom upstairs includes a newly updated two-piece ensuite. Basement includes a cosy recreation room with gas fireplace, while the backyard offers a spacious deck and lots of green space.

Listing date: Aug. 13

MLS#: 968257