Barrhaven is rapidly growing with more things to do and a spot many are looking to settle down in. Barrhaven was first established in the 1960s. Today the population sits at well over 87,000. The area still has the same calm community feel that families have come to expect. If you have kids, you’ll love Barrhaven’s many parks and playgrounds, along with its excellent schools. First time home buyers also find Barrhaven a great entry point into the real estate market with a good selection of condominiums, townhomes, freehold townhouses and reasonably af ordable single family homes.