1218 1st Avenue
Owen Sound, ON
- 4 bed
- 3 bath
- approx. 1500-2000 sqft
- Detached
- 63 days on market
Step into the charm of this lovingly updated 2.5-storey century home, where classic character meets modern comfort. Featuring four spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms, this beautiful home offers plenty of room for families, guests, or those who love to entertain. Original architectural details, including elegant pocket doors, accent panelled walls, open transoms and built in cabinetry blends seamlessly with thoughtful updates throughout. The functional layout includes an eat-in kitchen, a separate formal dining room, and the convenience of main-floor laundry. Situated on a fully fenced, private corner lot, you'll enjoy outdoor space that's perfect for children, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing. Ideally located just minutes from downtown, the Marine Museum, and the Medical Centre, this home is also positioned in a neighbourhood experiencing exciting revitalization with the development of Harbour West waterfront accommodations, making it an excellent place to call home while benefiting from the area's continued growth. If you're looking for a home that combines historic charm, modern convenience, and an exceptional location, this is one you won't want to miss.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2026)
- $3,333
- Listed
- July 7, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Construction
- Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Interior
- Carpet Free
- Lot Size
- 44.5 x 68.5 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 2
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- 12th Street West and 1st Ave West
- Parcel Number
- 370530083
- Possession
- 30-59 days
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Light Fixtures
- Rental Items
- NG Furnace and Tankless Hot Water Tank
Schools
Secondary
- St Mary's High School0.6 km
Catholic · Bruce-Grey CDSB · 1035 students
Grade 10 literacy: 80% met the provincial standard
- Owen Sound District Secondary School Secondary School1.5 km
Public · Bluewater DSB · 1285 students
Grade 10 literacy: 81% met the provincial standard
- École secondaire catholique Saint-Dominique-Savio1.6 km
French Catholic · Conseil scolaire catholique Providence
Elementary
- Alexandra Community School1 km
Public · Bluewater DSB · 315 students
Grade 3 reading: 77% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 23% met the provincial standard
- Hillcrest Elementary School1.3 km
Public · Bluewater DSB · 480 students
Grade 3 reading: 77% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 22% met the provincial standard
- École élémentaire catholique St-Dominique-Savio1.6 km
French Catholic · Conseil scolaire catholique Providence · 175 students
Grade 3 reading: 87% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 40% 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 N4K
- Population
- 28,975
- Private dwellings
- 13,555
- Median age
- 49.2
- Average household size
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $69,500
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 Owen Sound · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $444,500
- Homes sold
- 276
- Median days on market
- 33
- Sale-to-list price
- 96.3%
Based on 276 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Owen Sound over the last 12 months.
Rooms
4-piece on Main, 4-piece on Second, 3-piece on Third
Second
- Bedroom10'5" x 13'2"
Main
- Dining Room11'1" x 10'4"
- Foyer6'10" x 4'10"
- Kitchen15'2" x 9'11"
- Living Room15'7" x 13'10"
Listed by
Royal LePage RCR Realty
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$89,800
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,206
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Mortgage: $2,206/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $278/mo · Insurance: $112/mo
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