236 Burnham Street
Peterborough, ON
5,658 sqft • Investment • 375 days on market
Welcome to Verulam House, an 1877 architectural treasure in Peterborough's elegant East City. This historic 7-unit income property (main property with six 1-brm suites and the side annex with one 2-brm suite plus full basement) sits on a generous 0.6-acre lot and seamlessly blends timeless character with quality updates. Inside, you'll find grand 1012 ft ceilings, striking bay windows, ornate moldings, and distinctive craftsmanship. Some suites feature gas or woodburning fireplaces framed by elegant marble mantles. Modern enhancements include three high-efficiency boilers (two Wi-Fi enabled), a copper roof, secure entry, interlocking parking, and fire safety systems. Once the home of a former mayor and a hub for arts and culture, Verulam House retains its creative charm while offering solid rental income. Moments from Little Lake, this property is an extraordinary chance to own a landmark that combines history, beauty, and enduring value in the heart of Peterborough's desirable East City. Coin laundry in the basement for tenant use.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $16,051
- Listed
- August 11, 2025
Price History
Property
- Lot Size
- 154.14 x 238.35 Feet
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- James Street
- Zoning
- R4
- Parcel Number
- 281390076
- Possession
- Flexible
Commercial
- Business Type
- Apts - 6 To 12 Units
- Occupancy
- Tenant
Included
- Inclusions
- 7 fridges, 7 stoves, 2 coin washers, 2 coin dryers
Community
Postal area K9H
- Population
- 29,704
- Private dwellings
- 14,391
- Median age
- 42
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $64,000
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
Commercial in Peterborough · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $559,450
- Homes sold
- 1,074
- Median days on market
- 24
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.2%
Based on 1,074 recorded sales of commercial properties in Peterborough over the last 12 months.
Listed by
RE/MAX HALLMARK EASTERN REALTY