68 Cavan Street, Port Hope, ON
Property Highlights
Welcome to this remarkable 3-Storey detached located in the coveted neighborhood of Port Hope. Expertly crafted featuring premium wood and vinyl siding construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $1,285,000 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.
- 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms with 2 functional kitchens
- Generous living space spanning 2500-3000 sqft on a premium 81.93 x 129.2 ft lot
- Features a unfinished, full basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
- 7.0 total parking spaces available with a convenient detached configuration
- Notable attributes: Accessory Apartment, Central Vacuum, Garburator
- equipped with central air central cooling and highly efficient forced air heating via gas
Description
Steeped in history & celebrated for its extraordinary transformation, this exceptional circa-1830 residence with mixed residential & commercial zoning is one of Port Hope's most admired homes. Featured in House & Home magazine & showcased on the prestigious Port Hope House Tour, the property underwent a remarkable restoration, transforming it into a stunning Federal-style showpiece. Today, it stands as a testament to thoughtful design, exceptional craftsmanship & a deep appreciation for architectural heritage. Perfectly positioned, the home looks out to the Ganaraska River & is a short walk to Trinity College School, downtown Port Hope and convenient access to Hwy 401/Hwy 407. Inspired by classic Southern architecture, the striking facade has become a local landmark. Inside, elegant proportions, period-inspired details & carefully curated finishes create a home that feels both sophisticated & welcoming. Separately metered, the property includes a 1-bed apartment ideal for extended family, guests, income potential or a home-based business as well as a purpose-built 2.5 car garage W heated floors, raised electrical outlets, an air filtration system & loft storage, making it a dream space for hobbyists, entrepreneurs, or car enthusiasts. The main residence offers unique features such as big beautiful rooms, high ceilings, original pine floors, oversized windows & doors and multiple walkouts to two full-width verandas overlooking the landscaped yard & river. Numerous recent improvements provide peace of mind, including a new roof on both the main house & the apartment (2021), a new furnace in the apartment (2024), 3 updated baths(2025) & new appliances in both the apartment & main house (2025). Rarely does a property offer such a compelling combination of historical significance, architectural beauty, modern updates & income-generating potential. More than a home, this is a piece of Port Hope's history-thoughtfully restored & ready for its next chapter.
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For a property listed at $1,285,000 in Port Hope, the legal minimum down payment is $257,000 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 $22,175 for this transaction. As this listing is in Port Hope (outside the City of Toronto), no additional municipal land transfer tax is levied, resulting in total estimated land transfer taxes of $22,175.
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