
54 BRUCE Street
Cambridge, Ontario
6 bed • 5 bath • Single Family
Built in 1859 by Thomas and James Dalgleish, master stone masons whose hands shaped much of Galt's enduring character, 54 Bruce St. is a home with a story to tell. Recently added to Cambridge's Heritage Registry, this three-storey stone residence carries the kind of presence that stops you mid-step. The arched window openings, the original woodwork, the deep stone walls; every detail speaks to a time when homes were not assembled but crafted, built from materials meant to last by hands that understood both structure and beauty. At 4,780 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, the home offers space & substance in equal measure. Over $200,000 in thoughtful renovations since 2022 have addressed the essentials, including a full electrical upgrade replacing knob and tube, updated plumbing, new air conditioning across three floors, refinished hardwood, and a fully renovated European-style kitchen with custom cabinetry and new appliances. These are not cosmetic gestures; they are the kind of improvements that allow the next owner to settle in with confidence. Two wood-burning fireplaces anchor the main living spaces. Stained glass, pocket doors, and period detailing remain intact throughout. A self contained third floor suite, includes its own kitchen, bathroom, separate entrance, and a private sunroom off the bedroom. Whether for extended family or simply space to live and grow, it offers a level of flexibility rarely found in heritage homes. Outside, the generous lot is fully fenced with mature trees, two covered porches, a three-car garage, and RV parking. A five-minute walk to Galt's vibrant downtown, farmers' market, and the Grand River. A heritage dossier by architect Eric Rodrigues, Founding Principal of Boldera Architecture, accompanies the listing, offering prospective buyers both an understanding of the home's architectural significance and a thoughtful roadmap for its next chapter. This home has endured for over 160 years. The next chapter is ready to be written.
Price History
Property
- Lot Size
- 0.34 acres
Schools
Elementary
- Central Public School0.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 255 students
Grade 3 reading: 61% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 38% met the provincial standard
- Stewart Avenue Public School1.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 510 students
Grade 3 reading: 52% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 55% met the provincial standard
- St Andrew's Public School1.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 335 students
Secondary
- Glenview Park Secondary School1.2 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 1055 students
Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard
- Galt Collegiate and Vocational Institute1.5 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 960 students
Grade 10 literacy: 83% met the provincial standard
- Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School2 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 1115 students
Grade 10 literacy: 92% 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 N1R
- Population
- 42,928
- Private dwellings
- 18,081
- Median age
- 40.8
- Average household size
- 2.5
- Median household income
- $77,000
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
- $675,000
- Homes sold
- 1,253
- Median days on market
- 19
- Sale-to-list price
- 100.6%
Based on 1,253 recorded sales of single family properties in Cambridge over the last 12 months.
Location
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$289,980
Estimated Monthly Payment
$7,123
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