Kemptville is one of those rare places that feels both settled and on the rise. Set along the South Branch of the Rideau River about 30 minutes south of Ottawa, this North Grenville community pairs heritage main-street charm with the parks, trails, and everyday conveniences that make day-to-day life easy. For renters who want more space, more nature, and more value than the city offers — without giving up access to it — Kemptville is hard to beat.
A riverside town with room to breathe
What strikes most newcomers first is the greenery. Tree-lined streets, the slow curve of the river through town, and open parkland are part of everyday life here rather than a weekend destination. Parkside Living sits right beside Riverside Park, the recreational heart of the community. Directly across the street is a newly renovated outdoor pool — alongside a splash pad, ball diamonds, pickleball and sports courts, a skating rink in winter, the curling club, and play areas, all just steps from your door. The Ferguson Forest Centre and the Rideau Trail are close by for longer walks, runs, and rides through every season.
A walkable, historic downtown
Kemptville's historic downtown is the kind of main street that's becoming rare: independent cafés and restaurants, a bakery and butcher, boutiques, a bookshop, and services all within a short walk. It's a place where you can grab a coffee, run errands, and bump into a neighbour — the everyday rhythm that makes a town feel like home. Larger retail, grocery, pharmacies, and the Kemptville District Hospital round out the essentials just minutes away.
30 minutes to Ottawa
For all its small-town calm, Kemptville is genuinely connected. Highway 416 puts downtown Ottawa, the airport, and the city's employment hubs within about a 30-minute drive. That balance — quiet evenings beside the park, quick access to a capital city by day — is exactly why so many people are trading a cramped city apartment for more room in Kemptville while keeping their Ottawa job, school, or social life.
Great for families, professionals, and downsizers alike
Kemptville is one of Eastern Ontario's faster-growing communities, and it's easy to see the appeal across life stages. Families value the schools, parks, and safe streets. Commuting professionals get space and value without a long drive. And those looking to downsize find maintenance-free living with everything close at hand. The Saumure Group of Companies has spent over 40 years building and managing welcoming rental communities across the Ottawa Valley — and Parkside Living continues that tradition right in the centre of town.
Why renters choose Parkside Living
Location is only half the story. Parkside pairs the setting with modern 1 & 2 bedroom suites — in-suite laundry, stainless appliances, forced-air heating & cooling, private balconies — plus underground heated parking, secure entry, elevator access, and 24/7 emergency maintenance. It's the comfort and convenience of a new build, in the most connected spot in town. Ready to see it for yourself? Book a tour, start an application, or reserve your suite to be first to hear about availability.
New to the area? Read our practical relocation guide: Moving to Kemptville — A Practical Guide to Life in North Grenville.