26 LAKE Street
Kawartha Lakes, ON
- 2 bed
- approx. 700-1100 sqft
- Detached
- 107 days on market
Discover the rare opportunity to own a piece of prestigious Balsam Lake waterfront and create the lakeside retreat you've always imagined. With 33 feet of waterfront on one of the most sought-after lakes in the Kawarthas, this property offers breathtaking long lake views, endless boating, and the chance to design a custom escape tailored to your vision. Tucked beneath mature trees and set along the shoreline, the existing cottage offers a footprint for inspiration while the true value lies in the incredible potential of the property itself. Imagine rebuilding into a charming modern cottage or cozy lakefront getaway where mornings begin with coffee at the water's edge and evenings are spent watching the sunset dance across the lake. Adding even more appeal is the substantial back lot offering additional space and endless possibilities for future enjoyment. Whether you envision extra outdoor entertaining areas, a Bunkie-style setup for extended family and guests, or simply room to spread out and enjoy cottage life, this property invites creativity and imagination. A well is already on site, adding to the groundwork for your future plans. Located on iconic Balsam Lake, part of the Trent-Severn Waterway, this is your chance to secure an affordable entry into a premier waterfront community and transform this special property into something truly unforgettable.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $2,551
- Originally Listed
- $519,900
- Listed
- May 27, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- Bungalow
- Construction
- Wood
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Piers
- Interior
- Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
- Lot Size
- 33.15 x 139.44 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 2
Utilities
- Sewer
- Other
- Heat Source
- Other
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Balsam Lake Dr/Poplar Grove Tr
- Zoning
- LSR
- Parcel Number
- 631160726
- Possession
- Immediate
- Occupancy
- Vacant
Waterfront
- Water Body
- Balsam Lake
- Shoreline
- Sandy
- Docking
- None
Community
Postal area K0M
- Population
- 53,815
- Private dwellings
- 37,422
- Median age
- 56.8
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $80,000
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 Kawartha Lakes · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $615,000
- Homes sold
- 1,265
- Median days on market
- 35
- Sale-to-list price
- 95.9%
Based on 1,265 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Kawartha Lakes over the last 12 months.
Listed by
Re/Max All-Stars Realty Inc.
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$86,000
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,112
Land transfer tax
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Mortgage: $2,112/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $213/mo · Insurance: $108/mo
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