Fairwinds is a newer, family-oriented master-planned community by Mattamy Homes in the south end of Stittsville, near the Kanata border, with the Poole Creek greenspace corridor running through it. Built out in phases from around 2009 through its final Fairwinds South phase, it suits families and move-up buyers who want a relatively modern home, quick access to Hazeldean Road shopping and Highway 417, and greenspace close to home. For the wider market, see the Stittsville real estate guide.
Where Fairwinds is, and what makes it distinct
Fairwinds sits in southern Stittsville near the Kanata boundary, with the Poole Creek natural corridor as its defining green feature — some homes back directly onto it. The community was approved as a draft plan of subdivision in 2009 and built out in phases by Mattamy, with the final Fairwinds South phase completing in the early 2020s. That makes it one of Stittsville’s more modern established communities: new enough for current layouts and finishes, complete enough that the streetscape and parks are finished rather than under construction.
One point of clarity for buyers searching online: Stittsville’s Fairwinds is a separate community from “Fairwinds West,” which is a Mattamy community in Kanata — don’t confuse the two when comparing homes. For where Fairwinds fits among the community’s pockets, see the Stittsville neighbourhoods overview and neighbouring Jackson Trails, which shares the Poole Creek corridor.
Homes in Fairwinds
Fairwinds offers a family-oriented mix of single-detached homes and townhomes, weighted toward detached singles, with the final phase adding a blend of detached lots and townhouse units — some backing onto Poole Creek. Because the community was built from 2009 onward, homes are modern in layout and mechanical systems, which generally means fewer major-system surprises than in Stittsville’s older neighbourhoods.
With the subdivision now essentially built out, most activity here is resale rather than new-build. Buyers weighing a Fairwinds resale against a brand-new home elsewhere can compare current Stittsville homes for sale, review townhomes for sale in Stittsville, and look at new construction homes in Stittsville to see how the trade-offs shake out. First-time buyers will find the Stittsville first-time buyers guide useful.
Schools near Fairwinds
Fairwinds is served by both the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board and the Ottawa Catholic School Board. Westwind Public School on Hartsmere Drive is one of the nearest public elementary schools serving southern Stittsville, and Sacred Heart High School is the local Catholic secondary school. Notably, the OCSB has new Catholic schools planned nearby — a Fernbank-area Catholic elementary and a new Fernbank Catholic high school — which will reshape local options over the next few years. Because Stittsville has no dedicated OCDSB public high school and secondary boundaries are under active review, always confirm the current catchment for a specific address on the boards’ locators; the Stittsville schools guide covers it in detail.
Parks, trails and recreation
Poole Creek and its greenspace corridor are Fairwinds’ signature amenity, giving residents natural space and pathways within the community. The regional Trans Canada Trail runs through Stittsville along the former rail line nearby, and the CARDELREC Recreation Complex Goulbourn on Shea Road anchors arenas, pools and fitness programming. The Stittsville parks, trails and recreation guide maps the network, part of the City of Ottawa’s parks and green spaces.
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Shopping, commute and everyday life
Fairwinds is well placed for errands and commuting. The Hazeldean Road retail corridor — big-box stores, groceries, restaurants and services — is minutes away, with additional regional shopping toward Kanata, and historic Stittsville Main Street offers village character nearby. Highway 417 access is a short drive via the area’s arterials, including Fernbank Road, Robert Grant Avenue and Terry Fox Drive, and OC Transpo serves the area with commuter routes. Kanata’s technology employment is especially close given Fairwinds’ position near the boundary. Everyday-cost context is in the cost of living in Stittsville guide.
Who Fairwinds suits
Fairwinds is a strong fit for families and move-up buyers who want a relatively modern home in a finished community, with greenspace and pathways at the door and a short hop to both Hazeldean shopping and Kanata employment. Its detached-and-townhome mix also opens the door to first-time buyers, and its proximity to the Kanata border makes it attractive to tech-sector households who want Stittsville value with a shorter commute. If you are weighing the west end broadly, the Kanata vs Stittsville comparison lays out the trade-offs, and buying a house in Stittsville walks through the process.
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The Fairwinds market
With the subdivision built out, Fairwinds is now a resale market, and its modern homes, greenspace and location tend to keep demand steady. Pricing depends on the home type — detached single versus townhome — the phase, and whether a home backs onto Poole Creek, so comparing genuinely similar recent sales within the community is more reliable than a Stittsville-wide average. For current numbers, ask for a neighbourhood-specific evaluation; see the Stittsville real estate market trends guide for market context using Ottawa Real Estate Board data, with national context from CMHC and Statistics Canada.
See homes in Fairwinds
Browse current Stittsville homes for sale, explore the wider Stittsville neighbourhoods, or call Jason at (613) 601-9333 to see what’s available in Fairwinds. Sellers can start with a no-obligation free home evaluation.
Work with a Stittsville REALTOR® who knows Fairwinds
Jason Polonski is a full-time REALTOR® with Right at Home Realty and more than 15 years of experience across Ottawa’s west end, with detailed knowledge of Stittsville’s communities, Fairwinds included. He works as a move coordinator first — matching buyers to the home and community that fit their family and budget, and helping anyone selling and buying at once sequence the two so they avoid carrying two mortgages.
For pricing advice or a private showing in Fairwinds, contact Jason Polonski, Stittsville real estate agent.
On a resale purchase, his background is a genuine advantage: a career in the construction and electrical trades, plus a technical diploma in Construction Electricity, means he assesses each property’s systems, structure and value with a trained eye most agents lack. Recognized as Best in Ottawa Top REALTOR® for seven consecutive years through 2026 and a Top Choice REALTOR® in Kanata and Stittsville, on the strength of hundreds of satisfied buyers and sellers, he is available seven days a week. To explore Fairwinds, learn more about Jason, read his reviews on his Google Business Profile, or call (613) 601-9333.
Fairwinds, Stittsville (FAQs)
Fairwinds is a large family community on the west side of Stittsville, built around ponds, parks and pathways. It is close to schools, shopping and the community’s recreation facilities, with quick access to Highway 417 and Kanata employment.
Fairwinds offers a mix of two-storey single-family homes and townhomes on standard municipal lots, built from the 2000s onward. The townhomes suit first-time buyers and investors, while the single-family homes appeal to growing families and move-up buyers.
Yes. Fairwinds is one of Stittsville’s most family-oriented communities, with extensive green space, ponds and pathways, schools nearby and easy access to recreation. Its walkable, amenity-rich layout makes it especially popular with working families.
Fairwinds sees consistent demand and regular turnover thanks to its family appeal, newer homes and green space. Because homes vary in size and updates, pricing is best set by comparing similar recent sales within the community.
Residents have ponds, parks and pathways within the community, the Trans Canada Trail and CARDELREC Recreation Complex Goulbourn nearby, and everyday shopping minutes away on Hazeldean Road. Kanata’s larger shopping and entertainment options are a short drive north.
