Retail, office, clinic and industrial space for lease across Orléans and Ottawa’s east end.
Commercial Space for Lease in Orléans
Orléans
One of Ottawa's tightest commercial markets
Orléans is one of the fastest-growing parts of Ottawa, and its commercial space shows it. Retail vacancy was just 0.1% in the first half of 2026, and industrial space in Orléans commanded the highest average asking rent in the city.
Continued residential growth and transit investment in the east end keep demand strong for retail, services, clinics and small industrial units. For tenants, that means acting quickly; for landlords and owners, it means strong demand for well-presented space.
We help tenants find and secure space, and help owners lease and sell. See our Orléans area page.
0.1%
Orléans retail vacancy, H1 2026
4.1%
Orléans industrial vacancy, Q2 2026
$25.00
Orléans average industrial asking net rent
13.9%
Ottawa East office vacancy, Q2 2026
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What to expect in Orléans
Retail and services
Almost no vacancy. Good plaza units lease fast, so have your requirements and approvals ready.
Clinics and offices
Health care and professional services follow the growing population. Office space in the east end offers more choice.
Industrial
Small industrial units are scarce and command top rents. Consider nearby east-end parks too.
Market notes
East-end market conditions
Orléans retail vacancy was 0.1% in H1 2026. Orléans industrial vacancy was 4.1% in Q2 2026 with an average asking net rent of $25.00, the highest reported in Ottawa. Ottawa East office vacancy was 13.9%.
Sources: Cushman & Wakefield Retail, H1 2026; Industrial, Q2 2026; Office, Q2 2026.
Tips for Orléans tenants
- Start your search early
- Have your use, size and budget defined
- Confirm zoning for clinics, food and assembly uses
- Look at nearby Cumberland, Gloucester and the east-end parks too
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Orléans Commercial Leasing FAQs
Is it hard to find retail space in Orléans?
Yes. Retail vacancy in Orléans was 0.1% in H1 2026, according to Cushman & Wakefield. Being ready to act quickly matters.
How much does industrial space cost in Orléans?
Orléans industrial space averaged $25.00 per square foot net in Q2 2026, the highest in Ottawa, with 4.1% vacancy.
Do you help owners in Orléans lease or sell?
Yes. See leasing your retail space and selling a retail property.
Mitch Gauzas, REALTOR®
