
744 BIRCHWOOD Avenue
Cambridge, Ontario
- 4 bed
- 2 bath
- Single Family
Welcome to 744 Birchwood Ave, tucked into a well-established, tree-lined neighbourhood in one of Preston's most desirable pockets near the river. This bungalow offers wonderful potential for families, first-time buyers, or anyone looking to put down roots in a mature community. From the private backyard oasis featuring a beautiful inground pool and hot tub to the fully finished basement with the flexibility for an in-law suite or potential income-generating unit, this home offers the space and versatility today's buyers are looking for. The thoughtfully laid out main floor begins with a bright living room featuring a cozy fireplace. The dining room flows easily into the kitchen, while three bedrooms complete this level, including a spacious primary suite. A full 4-piece bathroom, central hall with additional closets, and welcoming foyer complete the main floor. A large rear deck overlooks the private backyard retreat, creating the perfect setting for swimming, entertaining, or relaxing beside the pool and hot tub. Downstairs, the fully finished basement adds nearly 900 square feet of additional living space. Featuring a generous rec room with a second fireplace, large bedroom, full bathroom, kitchen area, den, separate laundry, utility room, and cold room, it offers exceptional flexibility for extended family, an in-law suite, or a potential income-generating unit. Just steps from the Grand River, scenic walking trails, parks, schools, shopping, recreation facilities, and convenient highway access, this location offers the perfect balance of nature and everyday convenience. Whether you're drawn to the family-friendly neighbourhood, incredible backyard oasis, flexible living options, or unbeatable access to outdoor amenities, 744 Birchwood Ave combines location, lifestyle, and versatility in a way few homes can.
Price History
Schools
Elementary
- St Joseph Catholic Elementary School0.2 km
Catholic · Waterloo CDSB · 280 students
Grade 3 reading: 86% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 70% met the provincial standard
- Grand View Public School0.8 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 250 students
Grade 3 reading: 83% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 39% met the provincial standard
- Preston Public School1.1 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 315 students
Grade 3 reading: 75% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 41% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Preston High School0.3 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 855 students
Grade 10 literacy: 77% met the provincial standard
- ÉSC Père-René-de-Galinée4.2 km
French Catholic · CS catholique MonAvenir · 495 students
Grade 10 literacy: 94% met the provincial standard
- Galt Collegiate and Vocational Institute4.3 km
Public · Waterloo Region DSB · 960 students
Grade 10 literacy: 83% met the provincial standard
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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
- $676,800
- Homes sold
- 1,236
- Median days on market
- 19
- Sale-to-list price
- 100.6%
Based on 1,236 recorded sales of single family properties in Cambridge over the last 12 months.
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$156,980
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,856
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