59 College Avenue, Guelph, ON

$799,000
MLS#:X11936960
3 beds
1 baths
1500-2000 sqft
2.0 parking
Residential Freehold
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This property was sold on January 27, 2025. This listing is for reference purposes only. to view the sold price.

Property Highlights

Welcome to this remarkable 2 1/2 Storey detached located in the coveted neighborhood of Dovercliffe Park/Old University. Expertly crafted featuring premium aluminum siding and brick construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $799,000 to acquire a beautiful home in a highly sought-after setting. Designed for both comfortable daily living and elegant entertaining, the layout maximizes natural light, functional flow, and lifestyle utility.

  • 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom
  • Generous living space spanning 1500-2000 sqft on a premium 54 x 138 ft lot
  • Features a full, partially finished basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
  • 2.0 total parking spaces available
  • Notable attributes: None
  • Efficient forced air heating via gas

Description

**Prime Investment Opportunity: Steps from the University of Guelph!** Are you an investor, builder or homeowner with a vision? This is your chance to own a prime piece of real estate just two minutes' walk from the University of Guelph. Located in a highly sought-after neighborhood, this property is ideal for student rentals, multi-generational living, or maximizing rental income. Whether you plan to live here for personal use or as an income-generating investment, the location alone guarantees demand, ensuring high rental yields in an area with a constant flow of students and professionals. The large lot also allows for innovative architectural designs, so you can maximize space, efficiency, and style while adding significant value to the property. This property offers exceptional potential for redevelopment, with zoning options and ample room for expansion, this is more than just a home-its an opportunity to create something that works for the growing need for housing near the university. Contact us today to learn more about this incredible investment in the heart of Guelph!

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Property Summary

This detached home located at 59 College Avenue, Guelph is currently for sale and has been available on SousaSells for 542 days. This property is listed at $799,000 with an estimated mortgage of $2,660* per month. It has 3 beds, 1 bathroom, and is 1500-2000 square feet. 59 College Avenue, Guelph is in the Dovercliffe Park/Old University neighborhood.

* Estimated mortgage assumes a 30% down payment, 4.00% interest rate, and 30-year amortization.

Key Features

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Kitchens
1
Living Area
1500-2000 sqft
Property Type
Residential Freehold

Additional Details

StatusSold
Sold DateJanuary 27, 2025
Sold price information is available to members only
Listed Date1/21/2025
Transaction TypeFor Sale

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeDetached
Architectural Style2 1/2 Storey
ConstructionAluminum Siding, Brick
BasementFull, Partially Finished
Lot Size54 × 138 Feet
CountyWellington
Annual Tax$5,674.46
Legal DescriptionPT LT 9 PL 283 GUELPH TOWNSHIP AS IN ROS179030; GUELPH AMENDED MARCH 30, 2000 LR#19

Parking & Garage

Parking Spaces2.0
Garage Spaces2
Garage TypeNone

Heating & Cooling

Heat SourceGas
Heat TypeForced Air
CoolingNone

Features

Property Features

School, Park

Interior Features

None

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59 College Avenue, Guelph, ON
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Pricing & Value Insights

Data-driven valuation for 59 College Avenue W, Guelph, ON N1G 1S1

Estimated Sales Range
$1.2M - $1.4M

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Interest Rate4.00%
Down Payment$239,700 (30.0%)
* Minimum Canadian down payment required for this price is $54,900.
Amortization Period30 Years
Estimated Monthly Payment$2,660Based on a loan of $559,300 over 30 years.
Purchase Price$799,000
Loan Amount$559,300
Provincial Land Transfer Tax:$12,455
Total Estimated Closing Taxes:$12,455

About Purchasing a Home in Guelph, ON

For a property listed at $799,000 in Guelph, the legal minimum down payment is $54,900 under current Canadian banking regulations. This calculation applies a 5% requirement on the first $500,000, 10% on the next $499,999, and a flat 20% on any amount exceeding $1,000,000.

Additionally, buyers in Ontario must budget for the Provincial Land Transfer Tax, which is estimated at $12,455 for this transaction. As this listing is in Guelph (outside the City of Toronto), no additional municipal land transfer tax is levied, resulting in total estimated land transfer taxes of $12,455.

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City & Neighborhood Guide

Comprehensive city-wide demographics, local real estate stats, and school rankings for Dovercliffe Park/Old University, Guelph.

Verified Local Data
City Population143,740
City Median Age38.5 Yrs
City Ownership68% Owners
Avg Area List Price$879,899

People & Families

Age Distribution

Household Composition

One-person households
28%
Families with children
42%
Couples without children
26%
Other households
4%

Top Ethnic Origins

English28%
Canadian22%
Scottish20%
Irish19%

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Elementary Schools

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John McCrae
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8.8
Fred A Hamilton
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Secondary Schools

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Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied68%
Rented32%

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