491 Portage Rd

FOR SALE
$699,000
Suspended
$0
491 Portage Rd, Kawartha Lakes
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
491 Portage Rd
6
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
1
KITCHENS
15
ROOMS
X9505724
MLSID
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Listing History
List Date End Date Days Listed List Price Sold Price Status
2024-10-22 2024-11-18 27 $699,000 - Suspended
2024-09-05 2024-10-22 47 $779,000 - Terminated
2024-06-17 2024-09-05 80 $799,000 - Terminated
Property Description
Introducing a remarkable property built circa 1880, once owned by railroad tycoon Sir William Mackenzie. Located in Kawartha Lakes, this grand home offers over 3,500 sq ft of living space with six spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, and a charming wood-burning fireplace in the family room. Set on over five acres, the property includes a peaceful pond and features over 450 feet of frontage on Highway 48. Close to the Trent Severn Waterway, Balsam Lake, and with easy access to Highway 12, this location offers both tranquility and convenience. This century home is ideal for someone who appreciates its historic charm and is ready to restore it to its former glory. Dont miss the chance to own this unique piece of history!
Extras
Second entrance on the east side of the property.
Property Features
Beach, Campground, Lake Access, Level, School Bus Route
Property Details
Community
Property Type
Detached, 2-Storey
Approximate Sq.Ft.
3500-5000
Lot Size
465' x 475'
Acreage
5-9.99
Lot Irregularities
Widens slightly at rear
Fronting
North
Taxes
$3,170 (2023)
Basement
Full
Exterior
Other
Heat Type
Forced Air
Heat Source
Propane
Air Conditioning
Window Unit
Water
Well
Parking Spaces
6
Driveway
Private
Garage Type
None
Room Summary
RoomLevelSizeFeatures
LivingMain16.47' x 16.04'Wood Floor, Fireplace
LivingMain16.60' x 16.63'Fireplace Insert
BathroomMain6.53' x 4.23'3 Pc Bath
LivingMain16.54' x 16.40'Wood Stove
KitchenMain18.70' x 9.06'
Prim Bdrm2nd14.57' x 15.55'
Bathroom2nd8.69' x 4.43'4 Pc Ensuite
2nd Br2nd14.63' x 15.55'
Bathroom2nd9.84' x 4.43'4 Pc Ensuite
3rd Br2nd15.39' x 9.25'
4th Br2nd11.78' x 13.19'
5th Br2nd14.14' x 7.84'
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