53 BENSON Avenue
Peterborough, ON
- 4 bed
- 3 bath
- approx. 1500-2000 sqft
- Detached
- 93 days on market
Welcome to this beautiful inviting character home, perfectly situated on a quiet, tree-lined street in the highly sought-after Teachers College neighbourhood of Peterborough. This prime location offers the rare combination of peaceful residential living with the convenience of being able to walk, bus or drive just minutes to downtown amenities. This spacious four-bedroom, three-bathroom home, plus a main floor powder room, blends timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates. The large living room features a wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm welcoming space for relaxing evenings. From here, the home flows seamlessly into an open-concept kitchen, dining and living area, ideal for entertaining family and friends. A standout feature is the 2-storey addition completed in 2015, designed to enhance both comfort and connection to the outdoors. The expansive family room boasts coffered ceilings, built-in cabinetry and shelving, large windows and two walk-out doors leading to a generous patio deck with wide views of the rear property. The home also offers wheel-chair accessibility through the rear entrance and deck adding versatility and thoughtful design. Hardwood flooring extends throughout the home.The primary bedroom retreat offers a spacious walk-in closet and four-piece ensuite bathroom. Enjoy the exceptional lifestyle with the Rotary Trail, Parks, biking paths, and river just steps away. A short walk brings you to downtown Peterborough's restaurants, shopping, hockey and sports facilities.
Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $6,629
- Listed
- June 4, 2026
Price History
Listing history
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Property
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Brick, Stucco (Plaster)
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Block
- Interior
- Water Heater Owned, Wheelchair Access
- Lot Size
- 40 x 100 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 4
Utilities
- Water
- Water System
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Parkhill Rd W & George St. N
- Parcel Number
- 281130105
- Possession
- 30-59 days
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Fridge, Stove, Microwave, Washer & Dryer, All Window Coverings, All Bedroom Furniture & Bed Frames, Headboards, Dressers, Decorative Mirror above Fireplace, Coat Hooks at Front & Rear Doors, All Light Fixtures.
- Exclusions
- Bed Mattresses, Desk & Chair in Bedroom, Personal Items.
Schools
Elementary
- Queen Elizabeth Public School0.5 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 225 students
Grade 3 reading: 87% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 72% met the provincial standard
- St. Anne Catholic Elementary School0.6 km
Catholic · Peterborough Victoria Northum Clarington CDSB · 540 students
Grade 3 reading: 75% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 57% met the provincial standard
- Highland Heights Public School1.1 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 240 students
Grade 3 reading: 38% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 32% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Peterborough Collegiate and Vocational School0.8 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 385 students
- Adam Scott Collegiate and Vocational Institute1.2 km
Public · Kawartha Pine Ridge DSB · 1055 students
Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard
- St. Peter Catholic Secondary School1.9 km
Catholic · Peterborough Victoria Northum Clarington CDSB · 1035 students
Grade 10 literacy: 83% 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 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
Residential Freehold in Peterborough · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $556,500
- Homes sold
- 1,060
- Median days on market
- 24
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.2%
Based on 1,060 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Peterborough over the last 12 months.
Rooms
2-piece on Main, 3-piece on Second, 4-piece on Second
Second
- Bedroom
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
Main
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- Kitchen
- Living Room
Listed by
ROYAL LEPAGE TERREQUITY REALTY
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$145,900
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,584
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Mortgage: $3,584/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $552/mo · Insurance: $182/mo
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