4-Bed Century Brick Home Steps from Mill Dam in Owen Sound

Property details for 169 5th A Street E, Owen Sound

Type: Residential
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Lot Size: 116 x 84 FT ; 115.97ft x 114.05ft x 49.00ft x 35.00ft
Stories: 2.5
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Parking: No Garage
Heating: Forced air, Natural gas
Cooling: Central air conditioning
Exterior: Wood, Brick
Ownership: Freehold
Annual Taxes: $4,185 (2025)

This red brick century home spans three finished levels and packs a lot of punch for $585,000. You're getting 4 beds, 2 baths, and roughly 3,000 square feet of living space, all on a deep 116-foot lot. Hickory engineered hardwood runs throughout, and the updated kitchen has quartz counters, soft-close white cabinets, and a subway tile backsplash. There's a formal dining room with pocket doors leading to the living room, where a gas fireplace and custom built-ins anchor the space. The third floor is fully finished and offers flexibility as a family room or home office, plus river views. Outside, the stamped concrete patio is shaded by mature trees, and the fully fenced side yard offers privacy. A functional mudroom with laundry and a 2-piece bath is a practical bonus. The stone foundation is solid, and central air keeps things cool in summer. Location is a huge draw here. You're two minutes from the Mill Dam path, and Harrison Park is close by. Downtown Owen Sound restaurants like Nathaniel's and Norma Jean's Bistro are just a half-kilometer stroll away. The lot is irregular, so there's room to expand or garden. With median home prices nearby around $559K, this one's priced competitively for the area. Active listings in the neighborhood are limited, so it might not sit long.

About 169 5th A Street E, Owen Sound — Property Score

Strong Investment Great Location

Score: 67/100

Value

Priced 2.8% above area median of $569,000 based on 81 comparable properties nearby 66

Stable pricing - no price changes since original listing date 50

Size

4 bedrooms - 1 more than similarly priced 3-bedroom homes nearby 72

2 bathrooms - typical for similarly priced properties 60

9,744 sqft lot - a generous lot for the area 78

Location

$52K median household income - below the Canadian average of $70K 56

79% of residents hold postsecondary credentials - a highly educated neighbourhood 87

56% homeownership rate - a balanced mix of owners and renters 69

84% of residents commute under 30 minutes - excellent commuter accessibility 97

3,747/km² population density - a well-balanced suburban area 93

Market

Just listed - area average is 18 days on market 96

-16.8% median price change over 1 month - declining prices in the area 1

89 months of housing supply - 89 active listings with 1 sold last month (buyer's market) 40

Features

2-car garage - area average is 3.9 spots 80

Unfinished, Full basement - adds valuable living space 85

efficient gas forced air heating 80

Central air conditioning - whole-home cooling 90

View - premium features that add significant value 60

Investment

0.72% effective tax rate ($4,185/yr) - below the Canadian average of ~1% 78

44% renter population - moderate rental market 83

Quality

Condition

Listing

48 photos provided - 33% more than the area average of 36 photos 92

6 of 7 key property details provided (86%) - comprehensive listing with excellent detail 86

* This property score is an approximate estimate based on publicly available data, nearby comparable listings, and automated analysis. Scores are for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional appraisals or investment advice. Actual property values may vary. We recommend consulting a licensed real estate professional for accurate assessments.