561 Wellington Street
Saugeen Shores, Saugeen Shores, N0H 2C4
$485,000
Reduced $39,000 from $524,000
- 3 bedrooms
- 1 bathrooms
- 2 parking
- 700-1100 sq ft
Listed 132 days ago · MLS® X13424010
About this home
Welcome to this affordable and charming century home, perfectly positioned on a large lot with exciting future potential. Situated on a rectangular parcel with approximately 139.92 feet of frontage on Wellington Street and a depth of 54 feet, this property offers endless possibilities for first-time buyers, young families, investors, or those looking to build equity while planning for the future. This super cute 1.5-storey home features 3 bedrooms, 1- 4 pc bathroom, and a bright, functional layout that is both comfortable and practical. The kitchen is filled with natural light and features an ideal layout for everyday living. Open to the dining area, the space creates a welcoming atmosphere for family meals and entertaining. A convenient walkout from the kitchen provides easy access to the backyard, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living spaces. Recent improvements include updated electrical, all newer windows, and a durable metal roof, providing peace of mind for years to come. All appliances are included, including a newer stainless steel refrigerator. Step outside to enjoy the private side deck with partial fencing, creating the perfect space for barbecuing, entertaining, or relaxing outdoors. The expansive lot offers incredible flexibility with room to build your dream shop with a bunkie above, a large detached garage, or even explore redevelopment opportunities (subject to municipal approvals). Extra storage is a bonus with a nice sized shed, while the partially paved driveway accommodates parking for two vehicles.Backing directly onto the rail trail and walking distance to the soccer fields, ball diamonds, parks, high school and main street, this property offers a lifestyle of convenience and outdoor enjoyment. Whether you're entering the housing market, looking for an investment property, or seeking a lot with future potential, this property delivers exceptional value and opportunity in a desirable location.
Details
- Type
- Detached
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Size
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Lot
- 139.92 × 54 ft
- Basement
- Partial Basement, Unfinished
- Garage
- None
- Kitchens
- 1
- Property tax
- $2,328 (2026)
- Neighbourhood
- Saugeen Shores
- Municipality
- Saugeen Shores
- Price per sq ft
- $539 (about the same as detached houses in Saugeen Shores)
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3 above ground
- Bathrooms
- 1 × 4-piece (main)
- Rooms
- 7 above ground
- Family room or den
- No
- Fireplace
- No
- Features
- Carpet Free, Water Heater Owned, Storage
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
- Air conditioning
- Window Unit(s)
- Water and sewer
- Sewer
Building and exterior
- Style
- 1 1/2 Storey
- Exterior
- Stucco (Plaster)
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Concrete Block
- Faces
- East
Parking
- Total parking
- 2
- Driveway and parking
- Private, Tandem
Lot
- Size
- 139.92 × 54 ft
More
- Possession
- Flexible
- Cross street
- Emma, Wellington
Rooms
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dining Room | Main | 3.96 × 2.15 m (13' × 7'1") | |
| Kitchen | Main | 3.35 × 3.3 m (11' × 10'10") | |
| Bathroom | Main | 2.13 × 1.24 m (7' × 4'1") | 4 Pc Bath |
| Living Room | Main | 5.18 × 3.36 m (17' × 11') | Hardwood Floor, Walk-Out |
| Bedroom | Main | 4.29 × 2.14 m (14'1" × 7') | Hardwood Floor |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 3.36 × 5.18 m (11' × 17') | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 2.14 × 5.18 m (7' × 17') |
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, 12 cafés and restaurants, 5 parks, 2 pharmacies. Nearest park: Missionary Church Park (250 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- St Joseph's School Catholic
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 32%10 min walk - Port Elgin-Saugeen Central School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 74%, math 44%12 min walk - Northport Elementary School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 79%, math 39%1.4 km
Secondary
- Saugeen District Senior School2 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 N0H
- Owners / renters
- 86% / 14%
- Median household income
- $86,000
- Average age
- 48
- Children under 15
- 14%
- Homes
- 86% detached, 0% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 0%
- Population
- 53,674
Languages spoken most at home besides English: German 0.4%, Pennsylvania German 0.3%, Urdu 0.2%, Gujarati 0.2%.
Safety
Crime Severity Index for Saugeen Shores police: 46 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.
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 Royal LePage D C Johnston Realty.
Listing information provided by PropTx Innovations Inc. and TRREB; deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by PropTx.
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