1218 1st Avenue W

Owen Sound, Ontario N4K 4L1

Overview

At a glance

Days on market110 days
ListedJul 8, 2026
UpdatedJul 8, 2026
Size1500-2000 sq ft
Lot44.5 x 68.5 Feet
Property taxes$3,333 (2026)
Parking2 spaces
BasementUnfinished
MLS® numberX13541176
Data sourcePropTx MLS® System
Listing brokerageRoyal LePage RCR Realty

About this home

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.

Details

Property

Style
2 1/2 Storey
Fronting on
West
Cross street
12th Street West and 1st Ave West
Community
Owen Sound
Municipality
Owen Sound

Inside

Bedrooms above grade
4
Bathrooms
3
Kitchens
1
Basement
Unfinished
Family room
No
Fireplace
No
Interior features
Carpet Free

Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Heating fuel
Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Sewer
Sewer

Building

Construction
Brick
Foundation
Stone
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior features
Recreational Area, Year Round Living
Pool
None

Parking

Garage
None
Parking spaces
2
Total parking
2

Land

Frontage
44.5
Depth
68.5
Lot size units
Feet
Waterfront
No
Property features
Fenced Yard, Public Transit, River/Stream, School Bus Route
Rooms (5)
RoomLevelSizeFeatures
FoyerMain2.082 x 1.473
Living RoomMain4.749 x 4.216
Dining RoomMain3.378 x 3.149
KitchenMain4.622 x 3.022Concrete Counter, Eat-in Kitchen
BedroomSecond3.175 x 4.013
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Neighbourhood

Around Owen Sound

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On a busier streetBackyard faces north

  • Elementary schoolHillcrest Elementary Schoolabout 16 min walk
  • High schoolSt. Mary's High Schoolabout 13 min walk
  • Park about 1 min walk
  • Playground about 5 min walk
  • Trail about 1 min walk
  • River or lakeLake Huronabout 1 min walk
  • Grocery storeWholesale Clubabout 4 min walk
  • DowntownOwen Soundabout 7 min walk
  • LibraryOwen Sound & North Grey Union Public Libraryabout 12 min walk
  • Rec centre or arenaM’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centreabout 6 min walk
  • Golf courseStone Tree Golf Clubabout 3.9 km
  • HospitalOwen Sound Hospitalabout 2.7 km

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Property tax$0
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Ontario land transfer tax$0

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Listing courtesy of Royal LePage RCR Realty. Listing information from the PropTx MLS® System. Each listing shows the brokerage that represents it. The information provided herein must only be used by consumers that have a bona fide interest in the purchase, sale, or lease of real estate and may not be used for any commercial purpose or any other purpose. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by PropTx. Last updated October 27, 2026 at 4:41 p.m.

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