8276 County Road 27 Road
Essa, ON
- 3 bed
- 2 bath
- approx. 2000-2500 sqft
- Detached
- 57 days on market
Leave the city behind and embrace the freedom of country living on approximately 4.5 picturesque forested acres on the western edge of Barrie, in Essa. Offering the perfect balance of privacy, functionality, and opportunity, this versatile rural property is ideal for families, hobby farmers, breeders, contractors, tradespeople, and anyone looking for space to live, work, and grow. The detached 35' x 25' shop with 200 amp electrical service and oversized doors is a standout feature, providing excellent space for contractors, mechanics, woodworkers, landscapers, or home based businesses. Whether you're storing equipment, working on projects, or simply need room for recreational vehicles and tools, this property offers the flexibility that's increasingly difficult to find. Set on rural zoned land, the property has previously accommodated chickens, small livestock and beekeeping, creating endless opportunities for hobby farming, gardening, or enjoying a more self sufficient lifestyle. The raised bungalow offers over 2,000 square feet above grade with 3 bedrooms upstairs, 1 + 1 bathrooms, and a comfortable layout filled with warmth and character. The convenient side entrance on the main floor affords the opportunity to operate a home office, a spacious and partially finished basement provides additional flexible space, while the peaceful setting invites you to enjoy everything country living has to offer. Located just minutes from Angus, Barrie, Base Borden, Park Place shopping area and Hwy 400 commuter routes, you'll enjoy the convenience of nearby amenities while coming home to space, privacy, and endless possibilities. Whether you're growing your business, expanding your hobbies, or simply looking for more room to live the lifestyle you've been dreaming of, this exceptional rural property is ready to welcome you home.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $3,027
- Listed
- July 14, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- Bungalow-Raised
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Interior
- Central Vacuum, Water Heater Owned
- Lot Size
- 360.73 x 547.28 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Covered Spaces
- 2
- Total Parking
- 8
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic
- Heat Source
- Electric
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Mapleview / County Rd. 27
- Parcel Number
- 581010087
- Possession
- Immediate
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Existing two freezers in utility room. Purchased June 2026 - never used, under warranty - fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer. Apiary (beekeeping) equipment in garage, chicken coop and related equipment, free-standing wood stove (not installed) in garage
- Rental Items
- none
Schools
Secondary
- Bear Creek Secondary School0.6 km
Public · Simcoe County DSB · 1385 students
Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard
- St Joan of Arc High School1.6 km
Catholic · Simcoe Muskoka CDSB · 1055 students
Grade 10 literacy: 86% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire Roméo Dallaire2.1 km
French public · CS Viamonde · 170 students
Grade 10 literacy: 91% met the provincial standard
Elementary
- W. C. Little Elementary School1.1 km
Public · Simcoe County DSB · 620 students
Grade 3 reading: 70% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 40% met the provincial standard
- St Bernadette Elementary School1.4 km
Catholic · Simcoe Muskoka CDSB · 340 students
Grade 3 reading: 76% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 27% met the provincial standard
- St Nicholas School1.7 km
Catholic · Simcoe Muskoka CDSB · 270 students
Grade 3 reading: 48% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 22% 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 L4N
- Population
- 100,835
- Private dwellings
- 37,801
- Median age
- 39.6
- Average household size
- 2.7
- Median household income
- $97,000
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
Residential Freehold in Essa · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $701,500
- Homes sold
- 289
- Median days on market
- 29
- Sale-to-list price
- 96.7%
Based on 289 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Essa over the last 12 months.
Rooms
5-piece on Main, 3-piece on Basement
Main
- Bathroom15'6" x 7'5"
- Bedroom 214'1" x 12'
- Bedroom 313'9" x 13'
- Breakfast7'7" x 10'
- Dining Room11'3" x 14'
- Family Room19'6" x 16'6"
- Kitchen12'1" x 10'
- Laundry6'11" x 11'4"
- Living Room14'4" x 14'
- Primary Bedroom15'8" x 15'3"
Basement
- Bathroom7'3" x 7'11"
- Office18'2" x 13'2"
- Other12'8" x 13'5"
- Pantry7'1" x 18'9"
- Recreation32'4" x 35'
- Utility Room11'8" x 13'8"
Listed by
Royal LePage Royal City Realty
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$219,998
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,404
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Mortgage: $5,404/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $252/mo · Insurance: $275/mo
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