280 Palmer Street
Guelph, ON
- 2 bed
- 1 bath
- approx. 2000-2500 sqft
- Detached
- 69 days on market
Nestled on just under an acre in the heart of Guelph, Wood Cottage is a remarkable one-and-a-half-storey log home that blends architectural significance with historic charm. Built in 1853 in the Regency style, this distinctive residence features a central gable roof flanked by lean-to frame structures on either side. Expansive main-floor windows frame beautiful views of the property's mature landscape.Lovingly preserved and restored by the current owners for over 65 years, Wood Cottage has been home to only three families throughout its storied history - a quiet measure of how deeply loved this home is. Set high above Stevenson Street at Palmer Street, the nearly one-acre lot is shaded by magnificent trees that form a stunning canopy and an exceptional sense of privacy. As you travel up the private driveway, the pace of city life seems to fall away, replaced by a peaceful, secluded calm.Inside, a welcoming front hallway leads to a formal living room with large windows overlooking the grounds and a wood-burning fireplace. Two main-floor bedrooms offer abundant natural light and distinctive barrel-vaulted ceilings that speak to the home's unique character. At the rear, the formal dining room connects to the kitchen and breakfast nook, while a three-piece bathroom and main-floor laundry add everyday convenience.Upstairs, a charming half-storey room - once the children's bedroom - offers flexible space for a guest room, home office, or creative studio. The property also features a secondary log house from the Luther Marsh area, in northern Wellington County. In 1966 the one-story house was moved to Wood Cottage, for both preservation and to provide additional storage. Wood Cottage is more than a home. It is a treasured piece of Guelph's heritage and a rare opportunity to become the next steward of this extraordinary property.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2026)
- $5,739
- Listed
- June 29, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Board & Batten, Log
- Roof
- Other
- Foundation
- Stone
- Interior
- Built-In Oven, Carpet Free, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
- Lot Size
- 178.98 x 217.76 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 4
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Palmer at Stevenson
- Zoning
- R1B
- Parcel Number
- 713240221
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Vacant
Included
- Inclusions
- Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher. Washer, Dryer. All light fixtures. All window coverings. 4 wood burning stoves. All are "as is". Additional inclusions in loft- 2 rope beds, 1 trundle bed, 1 chest of drawers.
- Exclusions
- Garden sculptures & exterior furniture.
Schools
Elementary
- John Galt Public School0.3 km
Public · Upper Grand DSB · 360 students
Grade 3 reading: 70% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 38% met the provincial standard
- Ecole King George Public School0.6 km
Public · Upper Grand DSB · 465 students
Grade 3 reading: 83% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 89% met the provincial standard
- St John Catholic School0.6 km
Catholic · Wellington CDSB · 375 students
Grade 3 reading: 83% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 25% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- St James Catholic School0.6 km
Catholic · Wellington CDSB · 1080 students
Grade 10 literacy: 85% met the provincial standard
- John F Ross Collegiate and Vocational Institute0.8 km
Public · Upper Grand DSB · 2115 students
Grade 10 literacy: 90% met the provincial standard
- St John Bosco Catholic School1.7 km
Catholic · Wellington CDSB · 65 students
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 N1E
- Population
- 44,799
- Private dwellings
- 18,055
- Median age
- 38.4
- Average household size
- 2.5
- Median household income
- $96,000
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 Guelph · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $735,000
- Homes sold
- 1,548
- Median days on market
- 25
- Sale-to-list price
- 97.8%
Based on 1,548 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Guelph over the last 12 months.
Rooms
3-piece on Main
Main
- Bathroom9'7" x 7'10"
- Bedroom11'9" x 18'8"
- Dining Room18'4" x 14'8"
- Kitchen22'1" x 11'6"
- Laundry6'5" x 11'6"
- Living Room19'7" x 20'6"
- Loft25'5" x 11'4"
- Primary Bedroom11'7" x 21'
Listed by
Coldwell Banker Neumann Real Estate
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$360,000
Estimated Monthly Payment
$8,843
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Mortgage: $8,843/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $478/mo · Insurance: $450/mo
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