28 University Avenue W

Cobourg, Cobourg, K9A 2G5

$919,000

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  • 3 bedrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • 4 parking
  • 2500-3000 sq ft

Listed 13 days ago · MLS® X13873006

About this home

Step inside this inviting, well maintained century home and discover a thoughtful blend of original charm and contemporary comfort. Soaring ceilings, original wide-plank wood flooring and large windows create a warm, light-filled atmosphere, creating a warm and welcoming home. With three spacious bedrooms and three full bathrooms, there's room to live comfortably without compromising on space. The updated eat-in kitchen is both beautiful and practical; featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and a generous island that naturally becomes the gathering place. The family room and adjoining office/den offer a cozy retreat for movie nights, quiet afternoons or working from home. Step through the patio doors and discover a new expansive deck overlooking the nicely landscaped private backyard, mature trees, providing a peaceful outdoor setting, perfect for morning coffee, summer entertaining or simply enjoying the outdoors. A custom main floor laundry (2026) adds everyday convenience, while motorized blinds (2021), on the larger windows provide an added touch of modern ease. The detached 1.5 car garage features interior/exterior lighting, a workbench and additional 60-amp panel, ideal for hobbies or a workshop. The circular driveway plus long driveway offers ample parking. Easy access to the 401 and VIA Rail makes commuting and weekend getaways simple. Beyond your front door, enjoy the best of Cobourg living. Walk to historic downtown for local shops, tasty restaurants, the beach and scenic boardwalk, or take advantage of convenient access to the 401 and VIA Rail for commuting and weekend adventures. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the character of a century home with the comforts of today, in a location that lets you truly experience the Cobourg lifestyle. Extras: New appliances (2020-2025); Furnace (2021), regularly serviced; New Anderson windows upstairs and rec room (2021), Hot Water Tank is owned, and many more.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
2-Storey
Age
100+ years
Size
2500-3000 sq ft
Lot
66 × 165 ft
Basement
Unfinished
Garage
Detached
Kitchens
1
Property tax
$6,788 (2026)
Neighbourhood
Cobourg
Municipality
Cobourg
Price per sq ft
$334 (33% below detached houses in Cobourg, $500)

Interior

Bedrooms
3 above ground
Bathrooms
1 × 3-piece (main), 1 × 4-piece (main), 1 × 4-piece (second)
Rooms
9 above ground
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
No
Features
Central Vacuum, Water Heater Owned, Workbench

Heating, cooling and services

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

Building and exterior

Style
2-Storey
Exterior
Brick, Aluminum Siding
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Age
100+
Faces
North
Outdoor
Deck, Lighting, Porch

Parking

Garage spaces
1
Total parking
4
Driveway and parking
Private, Circular Drive

Lot

Size
66 × 165 ft (rectangular)
Acreage
< .50

More

Possession
Flexible
Nearby
Beach, Library, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, Rec./Commun.Centre, Fenced Yard
Cross street
Division St. & University Ave. W.

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
KitchenMain4.64 × 4.79 m (15'3" × 15'9")Stainless Steel Appl, Granite Counters, Plank
Dining RoomMain5.15 × 4.6 m (16'11" × 15'1")Combined w/Living, Plank
Living RoomMain4.11 × 4.6 m (13'6" × 15'1")Combined w/Dining, Plank
LaundryMain1 × 1 m (3'3" × 3'3")Laundry Sink, Plank
Family RoomMain4.37 × 6.67 m (14'4" × 21'11")W/O To Deck, Broadloom, B/I Closet
OfficeMain3.42 × 4.41 m (11'3" × 14'6")W/O To Deck, Parquet
Primary BedroomSecond4.35 × 3.63 m (14'3" × 11'11")Plank
Bedroom 2Second3.67 × 3.63 m (12'1" × 11'11")Plank
Bedroom 3Second3.09 × 2.9 m (10'2" × 9'6")Plank

History of this address

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Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

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

Within a 10-minute walk: 3 grocery stores, 25 cafés and restaurants, 3 parks, 3 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Almost Perfect (350 m). Nearest park: Rotary Waterfront Park (700 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • St. Michael Catholic Elementary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 94%, math 44%
    1 min walk
  • C.R. Gummow Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 89%, math 53%
    18 min walk
  • Burnham Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 81%, math 56%
    1.6 km
  • St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 80%, math 27%
    1.7 km

Secondary

  • Cobourg Collegiate Institute
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 53%, literacy test 81%
    1.4 km
  • Northumberland Centre for Individual Studies1.6 km
  • St. Mary Catholic Secondary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 57%, literacy test 75%
    2.0 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 K9A

Owners / renters
74% / 26%
Median household income
$82,000
Average age
49
Children under 15
13%
Homes
65% detached, 3% high-rise
Commute by transit
1%
Population
26,757

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Arabic 0.3%, Korean 0.2%, Mandarin 0.1%, Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino) 0.1%.

Safety

Crime Severity Index for Cobourg police: 85 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 Nothing major nearby

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

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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.

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