5 Lorne Street
Huntsville, ON
- 6 bed
- 3 bath
- approx. 2500-3000 sqft
- Detached
- 47 days on market
Some homes have a story to tell. Built in 1897, The William Wright Home is one of Huntsville's treasured century homes, where timeless character, thoughtful updates, and exceptional versatility come together just steps from downtown. Offering approximately 2,500 sq ft, 5+1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and commercial zoning, this is far more than a beautiful historic home. The detached garage features a self-contained studio with a kitchenette and 3-piece bath, offering endless possibilities for a home-based business, private office, guest accommodations, multi-generational living, creative space, or supplemental rental income.Original craftsmanship blends seamlessly with modern comforts. Tall ceilings, generous principal rooms, and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting atmosphere, while the renovated kitchen (2022) features quality appliances, exposed wood beams, and a central island for additional prep space. A flexible layout includes a main-floor den or sixth bedroom, while the third floor offers bonus space ideal for a recreation room, home office, playroom, teen retreat, or studio.Enjoy morning coffee on the welcoming front porch overlooking perennial gardens, summer evenings on the private back deck, and the privacy of mature trees with seasonal views of Hunter's Bay. Recent updates include the roof (2024), furnace and A/C (2022), kitchen (2022), deck (2022), and second-floor laundry (2022). Municipal water, sewer, and natural gas provide everyday convenience.Walk to Huntsville's shops, cafés, restaurants, schools, parks, waterfront, and community events while enjoying the charm and privacy of this remarkable property. Historic homes of this calibre rarely offer this level of flexibility. Whether you're searching for a distinctive family home, a live-work opportunity, or future income potential, The William Wright Home is truly one of a kind.
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Listing Details
- Taxes (2025)
- $5,077
- Listed
- August 5, 2026
Price History
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Property
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Age
- 100+
- Construction
- Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Interior
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Carpet Free, Countertop Range, Sewage Pump, Ventilation System, Water Heater, Guest Accommodations, In-Law Capability, Accessory Apartment, Air Exchanger, ERV/HRV
- Lot Size
- 104.4 x 94.46 Feet
Parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Covered Spaces
- 2
- Total Parking
- 6
Utilities
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Heat Source
- Gas
Location & Legal
- Cross Street
- MAIN STREET W & CENTRE STREET N
- Zoning
- CBD, UM, CM
- Parcel Number
- 480890239
- Possession
- Flexible
- Occupancy
- Owner
Included
- Inclusions
- Light fixtures, stove, fridge, built-in microwave, range hood, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, BBQ, tv wall mount, other (see documents for complete list)
- Exclusions
- Please see documents for complete list, staging items
- Rental Items
- 2 X hot water tank (house & studio)
Schools
Elementary
- Huntsville Public School0.4 km
Public · Trillium Lakelands DSB · 375 students
Grade 3 reading: 81% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 58% met the provincial standard
- Pine Glen Public School1 km
Public · Trillium Lakelands DSB · 250 students
Grade 3 reading: 79% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 52% met the provincial standard
- Saint Mary's School1.4 km
Catholic · Simcoe Muskoka CDSB · 200 students
Grade 3 reading: 45% met the provincial standard · Grade 6 math: 25% met the provincial standard
Secondary
- Huntsville High School0.6 km
Public · Trillium Lakelands DSB · 985 students
Grade 10 literacy: 82% 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 P1H
- Population
- 18,099
- Private dwellings
- 10,316
- Median age
- 51.2
- Average household size
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $82,000
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 Huntsville · last 12 months
- Median sold price
- $604,950
- Homes sold
- 436
- Median days on market
- 40
- Sale-to-list price
- 95.9%
Based on 436 recorded sales of residential freehold properties in Huntsville over the last 12 months.
Rooms
3-piece, 4-piece, 3-piece
Third
- Bedroom11'1" x 7'9"
- Recreation23'2" x 12'3"
Second
- Bathroom10'11" x 7'3"
- Bedroom10'10" x 11'5"
- Bedroom13'5" x 10'2"
- Bedroom9'6" x 11'9"
- Laundry7'7" x 9'3"
- Primary Bedroom13'6" x 14'8"
Main
- Bathroom7'6" x 7'
- Bedroom10'8" x 11'5"
- Dining Room13'4" x 20'1"
- Kitchen16'2" x 12'10"
- Living Room13'4" x 16'7"
Basement
- Other12' x 8'10"
- Other
Listed by
Forest Hill Real Estate Inc.
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$219,800
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,399
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Mortgage: $5,399/mo (20% down, 5.5%)
Taxes: $423/mo · Insurance: $275/mo
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