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Skip the guesswork. Get a personalized list of Ottawa homes perfectly matched to your next chapter — curated by a local expert who knows the market, tells it straight, and actually gets results.
Why Ottawa Downsizers Choose Ben
Born and raised in Stittsville, Ben Racicot knows Ottawa like a local — because he is one. With a Marketing degree, a background in sales, and a no-nonsense approach, Ben doesn't just list homes. He hunts for wins. Whether you're leaving the family home or finding your perfect next chapter, Ben gives you the straight facts and the strategy to move with confidence.
- True Ottawa Local: Grew up in Stittsville, schooled in Richmond — he knows every pocket of this city
- Straight-Talking Advisor: No fluff, no pressure — just the raw facts you need to make the right move
- Marketing & Sales Background: Strategic, not reactive — your home and your search are treated like a campaign to win
- Downsizing Specialist: Understands the emotional and practical complexity of transitioning to the next chapter
- Relationship-First: Ben's clients become friends — built on trust, humour, and genuine care for the community
- Proven Results: A track record of strong sales, smooth transactions, and clients who come back every time
Real People. Real Results.
See what Ottawa homeowners are saying about their experience with Ben
Selling my family home in Stittsville, downsizing and moving to Almonte was a big life transition, and I am so grateful that Ben represented me as my agent. In a competitive seller's market, timing is everything. Ben was strategic with listing my home and helped me to secure a strong, smooth sale. What meant the most was that he understood that this wasn't just a transaction, but a significant life change. Ben is professional, knowledgeable, responsive and genuinely caring. I highly recommend him to anyone buying, selling or downsizing.
We would 100% recommend Ben's services to anyone in the Ottawa region. He was great at keeping in touch, updating us on the market, and kept potential listings coming our way. Ben was great with showing us properties, working with our schedules when we would come in from out of town. He kept us in the loop and calm while we went through one offer process, answering all of our questions clearly. Thank you, Ben, for your time and efforts! We wish you all the success!
We are so grateful to Ben for his patience and kindness through the many properties until we found one with just the right amount of charm to call home. Ben worked fast getting our condo on the market and sold while seamlessly helping us into our new home. Thanks for being so down to earth and having a sense of humour throughout. That made our experience a memorable one! Looking forward to working with Ben when it comes time for our next home!
With Ben Racicot's expertise and help my parent's house sold quickly for an excellent price. Not only is Ben a knowledgeable and excellent Realtor, he went far beyond our expectations. My parents moved to a retirement home in Windsor, leaving Ben to handle the home — with all its furnishings and knick-knacks — in Ottawa. He handled it all! Ben is amazing! If you are looking for a Realtor, Ben's your guy. You couldn't ask for a more professional, responsive individual.
Ben is passionate about helping his clients and is constantly optimizing his process in order to better serve. His expertise will help his clients find success when purchasing or selling their homes.
What's Included In Your Free Custom Downsizing List
Everything you need to make a confident, informed decision about your next move in Ottawa
Handpicked Ottawa Listings
A curated list of Ottawa homes matched specifically to your downsizing needs — right size, right location, right price range, no noise.
Ottawa Neighbourhood Breakdown
Honest insights on Ottawa's best neighbourhoods for downsizers — walkability, amenities, community feel, and proximity to what matters most to you.
Current Market Pricing Data
Real, up-to-date Ottawa sold data and pricing trends so you know exactly what the market looks like before you make a single decision.
Your Home's Current Value
A straight-talking estimate of what your current Ottawa home could sell for today — no fluff, just the facts you need to plan your next move.
Downsizing Financial Snapshot
A clear breakdown of your potential equity, net proceeds, and realistic budget for your next home — so you can plan your transition with confidence.
One-on-One Strategy Call
A no-pressure conversation with Ben to talk through your goals, timeline, and options — straight talk, no sales pitch, just a plan that actually works for you.