28 Cambridge Street

Cambridge, N1R 3R7

$555,000

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  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 3 parking
  • 1100-1500 sq ft

Listed 27 days ago · MLS® X13818930

About this home

Historic charm meets modern living in the heart of Galt! Step inside this beautifully transformed 1880 detached home and discover a unique blend of character, style and functionality. Thoughtfully renovated while preserving its timeless appeal, this home offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers looking for something truly different. The bright, welcoming main level features soaring ceilings, an inviting living space and a modern eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances and walkout to the deck and private yard-perfect for morning coffee, entertaining or enjoying summer evenings outdoors. A beautifully updated, spa-inspired bathroom with walk-in shower adds a touch of luxury to everyday living. Upstairs, the versatile loft space provides the flexibility today's buyers are looking for. Use it as a home office, creative studio, guest space, reading retreat or potential additional bedroom, depending on your needs. And the possibilities don't stop there. The property offers commercial and residential zoning, creating exciting potential for those who want to combine their home and business lifestyle, subject to buyer verification and applicable approvals. Extensive improvements were completed, including updated plumbing, electrical, furnace, ductwork, central air, insulation, framing, drywall, exterior finishes, fencing, soffits, eaves, water heater and water softener, with the deck subsequently updated as well. Located just minutes from downtown Galt, you'll have easy access to local shops, restaurants, the farmers' market, parks, trails, transit and other amenities. A distinctive home. A flexible lifestyle. A location with character. Come experience the possibilities at 28 Cambridge Street.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
Bungaloft
Age
100+ years
Size
1100-1500 sq ft
Lot
52.08 × 79.26 ft
Basement
Unfinished
Garage
None
Kitchens
1
Property tax
$3,218 (2025)
Municipality
Cambridge
Price per sq ft
$427 (10% below detached houses in Cambridge, $474)

Interior

Bedrooms
2 above ground
Bathrooms
2 × 2-piece (main)
Rooms
8 above ground
Family room or den
No
Fireplace
No
Features
Water Heater

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Air conditioning
Central Air
Water and sewer
Sewer

Building and exterior

Style
Bungaloft
Exterior
Concrete Poured, Stucco (Plaster)
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Concrete
Age
100+
Faces
East

Parking

Total parking
3
Driveway and parking
Private

Lot

Size
52.08 × 79.26 ft
Acreage
< .50

More

Possession
Immediate
Nearby
Public Transit, School Bus Route, River/Stream
Cross street
Cambridge St and Colborne St

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Living RoomMain4.91 × 4.79 m (16'1" × 15'9")Hardwood Floor, Open Concept
Dining RoomMain3.93 × 3.96 m (12'11" × 13')Hardwood Floor, Open Concept
KitchenMain5.61 × 3.87 m (18'5" × 12'8")Carpet Free, Hardwood Floor, Open Concept
BathroomMain0.91 × 1.77 m (3' × 5'10")2 Pc Bath
Primary BedroomMain4.91 × 4.79 m (16'1" × 15'9")Hardwood Floor
BedroomMain3.02 × 2.99 m (9'11" × 9'10")Hardwood Floor
BathroomMain0.95 × 3.05 m (3'1" × 10')3 Pc Bath
LoftSecond7.89 × 3.93 m (25'11" × 12'11")Open Concept

History of this address

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Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Walkable

No subway, LRT or GO station within a short trip.

Within a 10-minute walk: 2 grocery stores, 14 cafés and restaurants, 12 parks, 1 pharmacy. Nearest grocery: Food Basics (150 m). Nearest park: Mill Race Park (250 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • Central Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 90%, math 38%
    9 min walk
  • Manchester Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 89%, math 37%
    17 min walk
  • St. Anne Catholic Elementary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 68%, math 27%
    18 min walk
  • Highland Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 87%, math 46%
    1.3 km

Secondary

  • Galt Collegiate and Vocational Institute
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 68%, literacy test 83%
    15 min walk
  • St. Andrew's Public School Catholic1.4 km
  • Glenview Park Secondary School
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 53%, literacy test 85%
    1.8 km

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 N1R

Owners / renters
59% / 41%
Median household income
$77,000
Average age
42
Children under 15
16%
Homes
46% detached, 10% high-rise
Commute by transit
5%
Population
42,928

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Portuguese 3.3%, Gujarati 1.5%, Urdu 1%, Spanish 0.7%.

Safety

Crime Severity Index for Waterloo Region (Kitchener) police: 67 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

To downtown Kitchener: 18 km. Transit times · Driving times

Noise Nothing major nearby

No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.

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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