4031 Crystal Beach Hill Lane
Fort Erie, ON
- 6 bed
- 2 bath
- approx. 1500-2000 sqft
- Other
Welcome to the Crystal Beach Hill Cottagers Association-a private, gated enclave of just 43 cottages perched along the stunning, sandy shores of Lake Erie. This classic, well-maintained century cottage offers space for the whole family, delivering a million-dollar view and a beachside lifestyle at a fraction of the price! Brimming with original woodwork and nostalgia, the home is currently set up as a duplex, boasting a minimum of six bedrooms, two kitchens, two living rooms, two washrooms, and a newer roof for solid structural peace of mind. Best of all, two-tiered front porches afford panoramic, unparalleled views of the beach and bay. Access is a true coastal escape, walking up three to four flights of stairs over the hill to reach your secluded retreat. The Hill Association is a sanctuary like no other-private and serene, yet minutes from local shops and dining, with private beach access via an association right-of-way. Ownership is secured through a corporate share transfer granting exclusive use of your cottage, surrounding land, and parking access, alongside a partial interest in adjacent land leased long-term to the Town of Fort Erie, which keeps annual association fees remarkably low ($1,000-$1,800/year; taxes under $2,500/year). Fees conveniently cover security, maintenance, beach cleanup, insurance, and garbage pickup. Because of this unique structure, properties here are rarely available and typically non-mortgageable. Please note: Association rules do not permit the use of these cottages as short term rentals. Connected to town water, sewer, and natural gas, this property is available with year-round access. Picture your family running along the beach, visiting neighbors, dining on the porch, and gathering around late-night campfires under the stars. It's far more than four walls-it is a rare heritage lifestyle waiting to be lived.
Listing Details
- Taxes (2026)
- $2,468
- Listed
- July 20, 2026
Price History
Property
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Wood
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Piers, Concrete
- Interior
- Accessory Apartment, Carpet Free, In-Law Capability, In-Law Suite, Water Heater Owned
- Lot Size
- 806.35 x 221.35 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- None
- Covered Spaces
- 0
- Total Parking
- 4
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- Erie/Ashwood
- Zoning
- WR-155
- Parcel Number
- 641790469
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Most furnishings negotiable
- Rental Items
- None
Waterfront
- Water Body
- Lake Erie
- Shoreline
- Sandy, Shallow
- Docking
- None
Schools
Elementary
- St George Catholic Elementary School1.4 km
Catholic · Niagara CDSB · 245 students
Grade 3 reading: 83% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 91% met the provincial standard
- John Brant Public School2 km
Public · DSB Niagara · 655 students
Grade 3 reading: 77% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 69% 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 L0S
- Population
- 60,409
- Private dwellings
- 28,128
- Median age
- 53.2
- Average household size
- 2.4
- Median household income
- $95,000
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 Fort Erie · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $541,500
- Homes sold
- 626
- Median days on market
- 42
- Sale-to-list price
- 95.5%
Based on 626 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Fort Erie over the last 12 months.
Rooms
3-piece on Main, 3-piece on Upper
Upper
- Bedroom9'9" x 11'5"
- Bedroom9'7" x 9'8"
- Bedroom11'10" x 8'2"
- Kitchen8'4" x 9'8"
- Living Room12'11" x 19'10"
- Other7'7" x 9'9"
Main
- Bedroom7'11" x 9'5"
- Bedroom7'11" x 9'9"
- Bedroom7'11" x 9'8"
- Kitchen10'11" x 12'
- Living Room19'5" x 10'11"
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ROYAL LEPAGE NRC REALTY
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$139,980
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,438
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Mortgage: $3,438/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $206/mo · Insurance: $175/mo
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