8 Crawford Street, Guelph, ON

$1,429,900
MLS#:X12722306
5 beds
3 baths
2500-3000 sqft
4.0 parking
Residential Freehold
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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 brick construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $1,429,900 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.

  • 5 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms
  • Generous living space spanning 2500-3000 sqft on a premium 73 x 98 ft lot
  • Features a full, unfinished basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
  • 4.0 total parking spaces available with a convenient carport configuration
  • Notable attributes: Water Softener
  • equipped with central air central cooling and highly efficient forced air heating via gas

Description

A RARE OPPORTUNITY IN DESIRABLE OLD UNIVERSITY! Located in one of Guelph's most sought-after areas, you'll find a true gem at 8 Crawford St. This 2801sq ft, 2.5 storey home has had numerous updates over the past few years that blend modern charm and classic features. Inside the grand foyer you'll find a beautiful chestnut staircase with a convenient coat closet. The main level has all new hardwood flooring providing a wonderful flow throughout. The large living room, featuring a classic wood burning fireplace offers tons of natural light through the entire space. Enjoy family dinners in the dining room with beautiful bay window, offering easy access to both the kitchen and living room areas. At the back of the home you'll find a large kitchen with new appliances and backsplash, as well as ample counter and cabinet space. The kitchen includes sliders that lead you out onto a massive backyard for family gatherings. The main level also features a 2pc powder room and laundry. On the other side of the kitchen is an addition that offers space for an office, playroom or TV room. Upstairs, the 2nd floor has 4 spacious bedrooms as well as a 4pc bathroom and 5pc ensuite (renovated 2024), a rarity in an older home. And if that's not enough space, the 3rd floor offers a 5th bedroom and office space and that were re-insulated in 2024! The unfinished basement is high and dry with storage space with workshop. There is additional access here from the 2 car carport. One of the main selling features of this home is the beautiful, large private yard with new deck and pergola (2024), which offers an urban retreat you won't find often in these older neighbourhoods. You can even make your own maple syrup by tapping the many mature trees. Additionally, many new windows replaced in 2024, new front steps/carpet 2024, furnace 2025. 8 Crawford is within walking distance to the UofG, downtown Guelph, many trails, amenities and within the desired John McCrae elementary school catchment!

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Property Summary

This detached home located at 8 Crawford Street, Guelph is currently for sale and has been available on SousaSells for 171 days. This property is listed at $1,429,900 with an estimated mortgage of $4,760* per month. It has 5 beds, 3 bathrooms, and is 2500-3000 square feet. 8 Crawford Street, 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
5
Bathrooms
3
Kitchens
1
Living Area
2500-3000 sqft
Property Type
Residential Freehold

Additional Details

StatusSold
Sold DateMarch 16, 2026
Sold price information is available to members only
Listed Date1/22/2026
Transaction TypeFor Sale

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeDetached
Architectural Style2 1/2 Storey
ConstructionBrick
BasementFull, Unfinished
Lot Size73 × 98 Feet
CountyWellington
Annual Tax$8,250
Legal DescriptionLOT 122 & PT LOT 123, PLAN 363 , AS IN ROS219124 ; GUELPH

Parking & Garage

Parking Spaces4.0
Garage Spaces2
Garage TypeCarport

Heating & Cooling

Heat SourceGas
Heat TypeForced Air
CoolingCentral Air

Features

Property Features

Interior Features

Water Softener

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8 Crawford Street, Guelph, ON
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$1.2M - $1.4M

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Interest Rate4.00%
Down Payment$428,970 (30.0%)
* Minimum Canadian down payment required for this price is $285,980.
Amortization Period30 Years
Estimated Monthly Payment$4,760Based on a loan of $1,000,930 over 30 years.
Purchase Price$1,429,900
Loan Amount$1,000,930
Provincial Land Transfer Tax:$25,073
Total Estimated Closing Taxes:$25,073

About Purchasing a Home in Guelph, ON

For a property listed at $1,429,900 in Guelph, the legal minimum down payment is $285,980 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 $25,073 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 $25,073.

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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$880,301

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%

Local Schools Guide

Elementary Schools

Saint-René-Goupil
Public221 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 3A1
5.7
Priory Park
Public275 Scottsdale Drive, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 3A1
4.6
Mary Phelan
Public8 Bishop Court, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 2R9
7.4
John McCrae
Public189 Water Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 1B3
8.8
Fred A Hamilton
Public160 Ironwood Road, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 3R4
6.3

Secondary Schools

Centennial
Public289 College Avenue West, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 1S9
8.0
College Heights
Public371 College Avenue West, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 1T3
0.0
Guelph
Public155 Paisley Street, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 2P3
8.2

Homes & Housing

Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied68%
Rented32%

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