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1212 MARY Avenue

1212 MARY Avenue

Cambridge, Ontario

5 bed • 2 bath • Single Family

$724,900

ONE-FLOOR LIVING | NO REAR NEIGHBOURS | IN-LAW POTENTIAL | $70k in upgrades! A home tells a story—and this one is ready for its next chapter. Set on a quiet, family-friendly street in desirable Preston, this beautifully updated bungalow offers the perfect blend of comfort, flexibility, and lifestyle. Backing onto no rear neighbours, you’ll enjoy rare privacy while still being just minutes from everyday essentials. Enjoy your morning coffee or evening time unwinding under your protected deck, listening to sounds of nature in your special retreat. Thoughtfully updated in 2022 ($70k in upgrades), the heart of the home is a stunning custom kitchen featuring quartz countertops, stylish backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and modern finishes throughout. New flooring, baseboards, lighting, and updated electrical, and new furnace & A/C mean peace of mind for years to come. Designed for effortless main-floor living, the layout includes 3 bedrooms (one currently used as a home office with walkout to a covered deck), a new 4-piece bath (2026), a full dining room, and a bright, welcoming living space. The separate side entrance opens up incredible potential in the lower level—ideal for multi-generational living or future income opportunities. Featuring a spacious rec room with gas fireplace, laundry, 3-piece bath, and additional rooms, the space is ready for your vision. Step outside to a private backyard retreat, complete with a covered deck and an impressive 12’ x 20’ detached shed—perfect for a workshop, studio, hobby space, or ultimate retreat. Located just minutes from Riverside Park, Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Cambridge Centre, and quick access to Highway 401, this home offers unmatched convenience in a quiet, established neighbourhood. Whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or investing—this is a home that adapts to your lifestyle.

Price History

Schools

Elementary

  • William G Davis Public School0.1 km

    Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 370 students

  • St Michael Catholic Elementary School0.3 km

    Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 310 students

    Grade 3 reading: 67% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 31% met the provincial standard

  • Coronation Public School0.4 km

    Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 325 students

    Grade 3 reading: 89% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 46% met the provincial standard

Secondary

  • Preston High School2.1 km

    Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 855 students

    Grade 10 literacy: 77% met the provincial standard

  • Jacob Hespeler Secondary School3 km

    Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1070 students

    Grade 10 literacy: 83% met the provincial standard

  • St Benedict Catholic Secondary School3.3 km

    Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 1955 students

    Grade 10 literacy: 90% met the provincial standard

Straight-line distance. Nearby schools are not necessarily the assigned schools — confirm catchment with the school board. Scores are EQAO provincial test results for 2024-2025.

Community

Postal area N3H

Population
24,306
Private dwellings
10,220
Median age
40.8
Average household size
2.5
Median household income
$82,000

Source: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census of Population, catalogue 98-401-X2021013. Adapted from Statistics Canada. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.

Local market

Single Family in Cambridge · last 12 months

Median sold price
$678,700
Homes sold
1,247
Median days on market
19
Sale-to-list price
100.6%

Based on 1,247 recorded sales of single family properties in Cambridge over the last 12 months.

Location

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$144,980

Estimated Monthly Payment

$3,561

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Mortgage: $3,561/mo (20% down, 5.5%)

Taxes: $0/mo · Insurance: $181/mo

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