18 William Street
Parry Sound, Parry Sound, P2A 1V1
$699,900
- 2 bathrooms
Listed 17 days ago · MLS® X13858030
About this home
Exceptional investment opportunity. Prime commercial location in the heart of downtown Parry Sound located on a large lot. Multi use. Currently configured as two self-contained levels. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 kitchens. A beautifully fully restored century home blends timeless character w/modern updates while preserving its historic architecture, high ceilings, new flooring throughout, large bright windows, ceiling fans & freshly painted. A blank canvas to make your own, being fully vacant & move-in ready, a rare opportunity. A versatile commercial property offers endless possibilities such as live/work space, offices, retail, short- & long-term rentals. Ideal for entrepreneurs, small business owners, remote workspace while at the cottage, investors, or those seeking flexibility. With a lack of residential rentals, prime, exposure locations, downtown parking & visitor accommodations, this is a strong cottage country dream investment come true!Enjoy outstanding exposure in the commercial district w/signage opportunities, 3 separate entrances, 2 driveways, plenty of front & rear parking, a basement for storage. New high-efficiency appliances add modern convenience while maintaining the home's unique charm.Leave the car behind & walk to the waterfront, beach, restaurants, boutique shops, schools, theatre, arts & cultural venues, tourist attractions, boat tours, plane rides, boat launches & everything vibrant downtown Parry Sound has to offer. Located in the renowned Georgian Bay region & the hometown of Bobby Orr, this property is perfectly positioned for attraction of many kinds.An outstanding opportunity for investors seeking strong income potential through short-term or long-term rentals or business owners looking for a highly visible location in one of Ontario's most desirable waterfront communities. Click on the media arrow below on the REALTOR.ca listing to view the video, floor plans, 3-D imaging & additional pictures.
Details
- Type
- Investment
- Lot
- 54 × 132 ft
- Garage
- None
- Property tax
- $3,297 (2026)
- Neighbourhood
- Parry Sound
- Municipality
- Parry Sound
Interior
- Bathrooms
- 2 × bathroom
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Gas Forced Air Open
- Utilities
- Yes
Building and exterior
- Building area
- 1,835 Square Feet
More
- Possession
- Immediate
- Cross street
- James Street & Rosetta Street
History of this address
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Location
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The neighbourhood
Getting around Somewhat walkable
No subway, LRT or GO station within a short trip.
Within a 10-minute walk: no grocery stores, 8 cafés and restaurants, 3 parks, 1 pharmacy. Nearest park: Market Square Park (400 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- Parry Sound Public School15 min walk
- École élémentaire publique de la région de Parry Sound French1.5 km
- St. Peter the Apostle School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 76%, math 12%1.7 km
Secondary
- Parry Sound High School
EQAO: Gr 9 math 40%, literacy test 69%13 min walk
EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.
Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.
Who lives here postal area P2A
- Owners / renters
- 76% / 24%
- Median household income
- $73,500
- Average age
- 49
- Children under 15
- 12%
- Homes
- 75% detached, 3% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 0%
- Population
- 14,695
Languages spoken most at home besides English: Malayalam 0.1%, German 0.1%, Gujarati 0.1%, Ojibway 0.1%.
Safety
Crime Severity Index for West Parry Sound (Parry Sound) (OPP): 100 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).
Police-reported figures for the whole police service area, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.
Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada.
Living here
Commute
Noise 1 source nearby
- 🚆 Rail line (CN Bala Subdivision)50 m
Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.
Internet High-speed
50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).
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Roads, rail, airports and planned stations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Internet: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, National Broadband Data.
Listed by RE/MAX Parry Sound Muskoka Realty Ltd.
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