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SHANNON DECKERS

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Welcome. It is my sincere hope that you come to see the potential that Grey Bruce has to offer you.

As a skilled full-time realtor, I am dedicated to guiding you through purchasing and selling real estate in Canada’s playground. Let’s walk through it together and find the place for you to call home.

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Specializes in buying and selling residential, rural properties

Has the local knowledge needed for buying and selling in Grey & Bruce Counties

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$499,900
873 3RD AVENUE W, owen sound, Ontario

873 3rd Avenue W

Owen Sound, Ontario

Nestled in a neighbourhood that you can easily access downtown, schools, and the river district, this well-maintained 1.5-storey home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and charm. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting living room filled with natural light and adorned with tasteful finishes, such as a gas fireplace, the beautiful stained glass windows, and original wood finishes. Ascend the staircase of this charming home to uncover a sanctuary of tranquility on the upper level. Here, three cozy bedrooms and a stylish bathroom await. Back downstairs, the open layout seamlessly connects the living area to the dining space, providing ample room for entertaining guests or enjoying family meals. Adjacent to the dining area, the kitchen awaits, offering modern appliances and ample cabinet storage. Through the kitchen you can step outside onto a covered deck with a natural gas BBQ, looking over your own landscaped private oasis. (id:22681)

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 1500

Royal LePage Rcr Realty Brokerage (Os)

For sale Open House
$1,149,000
20 SANDY PINES Trail, sauble beach, Ontario

20 Sandy Pines Trail

Sauble Beach, Ontario

Escape to your own slice of paradise in Sauble Beach with this stunning three-level log-sided home complete with over 2100 sq ft of living space. The main floor welcomes you with an open concept layout flooded with natural light from numerous windows, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Cozy up on chilly evenings by the WETT certified wood stove in the spacious living area. This floor also features two bedrooms, a four-piece bathroom, and a convenient laundry area. Head downstairs to the lower level and discover the ultimate entertainment space in the family games room. With an extra bedroom and a two-piece bathroom, this level offers versatility and comfort for both family and guests. Retreat to the upper level where the primary bedroom awaits, complete with a luxurious four-piece ensuite bathroom. Step outside onto the expansive 800-square-foot composite deck, perfect for outdoor living and entertaining. Relax in the sunken hot tub or fire up the barbecue for al fresco dining while taking in the tranquility of the surrounding nature. The .5-acre private lot offers plenty of space for outdoor activities and includes a large detached heated 600 sq ft garage and two outbuildings 1-10' x 16' and the other is 10'x32 total 480 additional sq ft which could be utilized for storage or potentially transformed into extra sleeping quarters. Conveniently located within walking distance to Lake Huron and Silver Lake access, this property provides easy access to the area's pristine beaches and recreational opportunities. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or a vacation getaway, this Sauble Beach home offers the perfect combination of comfort, luxury, and natural beauty. Don't miss your chance to make this dream home yours! (id:22681)

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 2100

Sutton-Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage (Wiarton)

For sale Open House
$649,900
108 FEDY Drive, sauble beach, Ontario

108 Fedy Drive

Sauble Beach, Ontario

Immerse yourself in the epitome of coastal living with this exquisite custom built 4-season fully furnished-turn key home/cottage in Sauble Beach. With 4 good sized bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and plenty of outdoor space, you can enjoy ample room to spread out and unwind! Perfectly positioned near all amenities, trails, and Lake Huron's shores, this charming retreat offers a harmonious blend of comfort and convenience. Featuring a spacious layout with main floor laundry, bedroom, bathroom, and open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with a wood burning stove to take off the chill, as well as three large additional bedrooms and a full 3 pc bath on the second level, including a primary suite with a private deck. In the back yard, which backs onto green space, unwind on the spacious deck, enjoy sitting around the built in fire pit all while the children play on the included play set , providing the perfect setting for everyone to participate in outdoor enjoyment. Brand new roof shingles installed May 2024! Municipal water. Natural gas is available at road. Don't miss the opportunity to make this enchanting 4 season home/cottage your own and experience the ultimate retreat in Sauble Beach. Call today for more information and to schedule a private viewing! (id:22681)

4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1145

Sutton-Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage (Wiarton)

For sale
$814,900
116 PATTERSON Parkway, georgian bluffs, Ontario

116 Patterson Parkway

Georgian Bluffs, Ontario

Are you looking for a home in an upscale neighbourhood that has been VERY well maintained and shows pride of ownership? Here it is. This home has been gone over from top to bottom by the sellers with no detail left untouched. Over the past two years they have invested in the property to make it turn key for the new owners, with new siding, new shingled roof, new paved driveway, new windows, doors and garage doors, new soffit and fascia and the list does not end there. With a westerly exposure towards Mountain Lake you will enjoy countless sunsets. This property also has deeded waterfront access to Mountain Lake. A beautiful inland lake with no public access which keeps it quiet for the residents to enjoy. Book a viewing as soon as you can with your REALTOR®! (id:22681)

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 2288

RE/MAX Grey Bruce Realty Inc Brokerage (Wiarton)

For sale
$1,450,000
157335 7TH Line, meaford (municipality), Ontario

157335 7th Line

Meaford (Municipality), Ontario

Situated on top of a hill with panoramic views of the valley and Georgian Bay! This four-bedroom home exudes exquisite design, luxury and functionality. Completely remodeled, and renovated with a modern aesthetic and flair. With an abundance of windows, overlooking the valley and the bay, this home is airy, light, and bright. Step inside the cozy foyer, and let the home open up in front of you. Sweeping open concept and views galore! The stunning kitchen is a chefs dream! Beautiful white cabinetry, quartz counters, an island for mingling around. Entertain friends for dinner in the dining area off the kitchen. The living room is a perfect spot to read a book or watch the game - or stare at the Bay and the Valley in the distance. The Primary bedroom is perfectly located on the main floor and has a walk in closet, a stunning 4pc ensuite (complete with a glass and tile shower and double sinks) and patio doors to the balcony. Upstairs you'll find two oversized bedrooms with even better views, and a newly renovated bathroom. The lower level is complete with a 4th bedroom, laundry, family room and plenty of storage. The character and charm of this hillside gem is abundant everywhere! Plus! There's a double garage/shop that is spray foamed and heated - perfect for tinkering on all your toys. And if you need even more storage, there's a newly built shed for the lawn tractor and furniture. Imagine staring at the open sky and stars at night, while you have a bonfire with friends! This 2.2 acre property has it all! Geothermal heat is efficient and your only bill! No gas or water bills. Just minutes to Meaford and Thornbury - and not far from Blue Mountain or Beaver Valley Ski Club. A perfect country location! You'll lose yourself here -come see for yourself! (id:22681)

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 2620

Royal LePage Rcr Realty Brokerage (Os)

For sale
$739,900
123738 STORY BOOK PARK Road, meaford, Ontario

123738 Story Book Park Road

Meaford, Ontario

Welcome to this immaculate 3+1 bedroom, 2 full bath home, located down Story Book Park Road, a peaceful dead end county road only 10 minutes east of Owen Sound. Featuring a large recently constructed 36' X 28' detached garage/workshop (2021), and a spacious 1 acre lot with plenty of privacy and mature trees. Enjoy many recent updates throughout, included flooring, trim, paint, lighting, kitchen countertops & sink. Also featuring recently replaced windows, patio doors, and a completely renovated lower level with all new bathroom fixtures, a spacious laundry room, new flooring, trim and paint throughout. This updated home is in excellent condition with great neighbours on a well maintained road. Please call your REALTOR® to schedule a private viewing. (id:22681)

4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 994

Royal LePage Rcr Realty Brokerage (Os)

For sale
$645,000
353938 OSPREY ARTEMESIA Townline, grey highlands, Ontario

353938 Osprey Artemesia Townline

Grey Highlands, Ontario

This countryside retreat is privately situated on 6 acres with a delightful, one-owner home that's been meticulously cared for and well-maintained. Warm & homey with eclectic wood accents throughout describe this charming beauty that's ready to move right into and make your own. Open dining & living areas are bright and light with many east facing windows and warmed by a standalone propane stove. Step up into the sunny and fresh kitchen with plenty of cabinetry that joins the den/TV room. The primary bedroom leads into a 2nd bedroom that could easily be divided into 2 if another is required, plus a 3rd bedroom ideal for an office or a kids playroom. A 4 pc bath and combination laundry room comes with newer washer and dryer. Handy storage room at the back of the home is perfect for storing your outdoor furniture and tools. A 10 x 12 storage shed outside offers more space to store garden and recreation equipment. This park like acreage offers plenty of space for your vegetable and flower gardens and lots of room for kids and pets to play. Trails through the bush for peaceful nature walks. This property is a wonderful spot to make your full time home or a place for weekends and holidays! Its close to Flesherton for schools and small town amenities, to Markdale for new hospital, to the Beaver Valley for recreational attractions and only 30 minutes to Collingwood for more shopping and dining. (id:22681)

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 1125

Royal LePage Rcr Realty Brokerage (Flesherton)

For sale Open House
$999,000
204 BRUCE RD 9, colpoy's bay, Ontario

204 Bruce Rd 9

Colpoy's Bay, Ontario

Nestled along the tranquil shores of Colpoys Bay, this stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers an idyllic blend of comfort and natural beauty. This turn-key investment can come furnished, so its move in ready! With a road between the property and waterfront, it provides easy access to a large section of waterfront, ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises over the bay, setting the scene for a perfect day of relaxation or adventure. Conveniently located close to Wiarton, residents will enjoy easy access to all amenities including schools, banks, grocery stores, shops, and restaurants, ensuring a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own your own waterfront oasis in Colpoys Bay, where every day feels like a vacation. Schedule your viewing today and start living the waterfront lifestyle you've always dreamed of! (id:22681)

4 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 2094

Keller Williams Realty Centres

For sale Open House
$199,000
250 THOMPSON Avenue, saugeen indian reserve #29, Ontario

250 Thompson Avenue

Saugeen Indian Reserve #29, Ontario

Welcome to 250 Thompson Avenue! Here you will find a very well maintained, 3 bedroom cottage that is a short stroll to sandy, French Bay beach. This affordable cottage comes furnished as viewed, and ready for you to start cottage ownership right away. The classic cottage has an open living room & kitchen, screened in sun porch & a park like setting back yard. Many updates have been done over the years such as roof, windows and siding. The back yard is nicely laid out with a 2 tier deck, covered barbeque area, firepit and even a horse pit for those who care to play. There are 2 storage sheds for your beach toys. Plenty of room for friends and family to park, camp or bring their trailer for the weekend. This turn-key cottage is NOW available to view. Seller will entertain all offers. Yearly lease fee is $4,600, service fee is $1,200. Call today to book your showing! (id:22681)

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 850

Wilfred Mcintee & Co Ltd Brokerage (Southampton)

For sale Open House
$699,000
3 PIERCE ST N, oliphant, Ontario

3 Pierce St N

Oliphant, Ontario

Welcome to your perfect retreat just a short walk from the picturesque shores of Lake Huron, boasting pristine beaches and a sprawling marina. Here, you can indulge in the lakeside lifestyle, whether it's enjoying leisurely swims, exciting boating adventures, or simply basking in breathtaking sunsets. This newly constructed home offers modern comfort and style in a serene setting. Features include in-floor heating, durable steel roof, heated garage, and a covered back porch overlooking a spacious yard with a pool. Inside, the kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops, while the master suite includes two large closets and a luxurious walk-in shower. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, there's plenty of space for your family or guests. Conveniently situated near Wiarton and Sauble Beach, you'll have easy access to amenities such as schools, hospitals, shops, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to ATV and snowmobile trails. Embrace the opportunity to call this beautiful home your own and seize the chance to create lasting memories in a space that radiates warmth and elegance. Don't let this rare opportunity slip away – make it yours before it's too late! (id:22681)

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1543

Keller Williams Realty Centres

For sale
$620,000
5 URANICK Lane, arran-elderslie, Ontario

5 Uranick Lane

Arran-Elderslie, Ontario

Where nature's beauty meets modern comfort. Opposite Arran Lake Conservation Area, this haven offers year-round outdoor activities and breathtaking sunsets. Enjoy privacy and a spacious lot in a quaint area, with only a short ride to stunning Lake Huron. You'll have a Lake at your finger tips and a whole county of natural beauty to explore. With over 1000 sqft of storage and a garage, your belongings are secure. Recently renovated, move-in ready, and featuring a beautiful steel gazebo for enjoying your summer sunset evenings. Whether you are looking for a home, or a cottage get away - Your dream property awaits! (id:22681)

3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom 2393

Keller Williams Realty Centres
Century 21 In-Studio Realty Inc.

For sale Open House
$739,000
180 HURON Road, point clark, Ontario

180 Huron Road

Point Clark, Ontario

This 4 Season home or cottage has everything you need to kick back and enjoy peaceful living in desirable Point Clark. Whether your a retiree or a full family, there is ample room for everyone with 4 bedrooms, large spacious family room with a Pool Table, Wood burning fireplace for the cozy evenings. Private and serene rear yard with a spacious deck, firepit area and additional Bunkie. The main floor of this home has a large eat in kitchen, main master bedroom, and large family room along with main floor bathroom. The home has been run as a very successful short term and long term rental. For the added value, this comes completely furnished, linens, cookware and the kayaks. This is one your going to want an opportunity to view! (id:22681)

4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom 1744

RE/MAX Land Exchange Ltd Brokerage (Pc)

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Owen Sound, Ontario

Where Is Owen Sound?

Owen Sound, Ontario lies approximately two hours northwest of Toronto and is a central hub for all destinations in Grey and Bruce counties. Located approximately 30 minutes from Blue Mountain, one of Ontario’s most popular skiing and snowboarding destinations. Owen Sound and the surrounding area is warmly called home by over 30,000 people living at the base of Georgian Bay, where the Sydenham River and Potawatomi River converge. In the summer months you will find Owen Sound to be a thriving city in close proximity to Sauble Beach, a very popular destination for both local traffic and tourists alike, as well as many smaller towns with lots of activities and venues for recreation and relaxation. Owen Sound serves as a meeting point of four of Ontario’s provincial highways: Highway 6&10 from the south, Highway 26 from the east, and Highway 21 from the west.

Being established in 1851, Owen Sound includes many different types and styles of homes for sale. A prospective buyer will find century homes with original hardwood flooring and crown mouldings, intimate war-time houses suitable for retirement living or small families, split level bungalows, updated retro houses and a more modern flare of newly built houses in suburbs throughout the town.

Nature, Outdoors, and Activity
Owen Sound is located right on the Niagara Escarpment and is a matter of minutes from the Bruce Peninsula which boasts tall cliffs, incredible rock formations, great beaches and is home to the beautiful Bruce Peninsula National Park. The Park is famous for its many attractions, including ‘The Grotto’ with it’s crystal clear waters, ‘Fathom Five National Marine Park’, ‘Indian Head Cove’, as well as Cyprus Lake. The famed Bruce Trail that runs from Niagara to Tobermory also winds its way through the forests, woodlands, and rivers surrounding Owen Sound as it makes its way toward Wiarton and the Bruce Peninsula. Among these rivers are numerous local waterfalls that offer picturesque landscapes for events, recreation, and peacefulness. Owen Sound’s natural beauty will leave you breathless in its splendor.

Buying real estate in Owen Sound means you can spend your days doing things most people only dream of. In Owen Sound you can experience snowboarding and skiing, snowshoeing and hiking the Bruce Trail in the winter, the kilometers-long sand beach and waters of Sauble Beach and Port Eglin in the summer. You can live in some of Ontario’s most beautiful scenery if you invest in Owen Sound real estate. Owen Sound itself boasts a beautiful harbour, with many walking paths, trails, and parks to enjoy the extensive waterfront.

If you desire to escape the fast-paced city life with your own piece of land on which to build the home of your dreams, I can help you to find the perfect vacant lot or land for sale in Owen Sound. With both budget and luxury home builders in the area, incredible landscaping professionals and top-notch tradespeople, no size or complexity of home build is too great or small.

There are many homes for sale in Owen Sound and Grey Bruce areas, and with my extensive knowledge of the local area and my commitment to learning you and your likes and dislikes, I am confident that I will be able to find not just house that you like, but a place that you can call home.

Education
If you’re thinking of buying a home for sale in Owen Sound, ON and you’re wondering about the education available in Owen Sound, you won’t be disappointed. Owen Sound has three excellent secondary schools: Owen Sound District Secondary School (OSDSS) as well as Saint Mary’s High School (SMHS) and École St-Dominique Savio for those looking for a more private education. Owen Sound’s devotion to education begins in the earliest of years with many preschool and daycare centres available for young parents to choose from, including the Julie MacArthur Regional Recreational Center (YMCA). Parents of older children will be pleased to know of the many options for elementary age children, such as public schools (East Ridge Community School, Hillcrest Elementary School, Alexandra Community School, Keppel-Sarawak Community School) along with private schools (Timothy Christian School, Riverforest Montessori School). For those looking for post-secondary education, Owen Sound boasts a Georgian College campus with a wide assortment of courses available.
Local Amenities and Attractions
If you’re thinking of buying a home or vacant land in Owen Sound, you might be wondering about the amenities and services available in the area. While we can’t list everything, here’s a short list to give you an idea: Multiple elementary schools, two excellent high schools, a Georgian College campus with residencies close by, a developing shopping centre, unique and artisan shops, and lots of community parks with natural and man-made playgrounds. Owen Sound also boasts the largest and best-equipped hospital and medical staff in the area. Many fast-food restaurants are available for those on the go, but there are also numerous sit-down, fine dining options for those with a more refined taste. Owen Sound is home to multiple golf courses, some of which are well-renowned for the quality of their courses, as well as many museums that focus on our rich cultural background and significant history. With lots of programs for youth and adults alike, Owen Sound has something for everyone.

Owen Sound is also home to the Owen Sound and District Farmer’s Market; a local market that is open every Saturday morning throughout the year. The Market hosts a wide variety of local artisans and growers, and has been in the same location since 1868. Many other markets exist within a short drive from Owen Sound, in places such as Keady, Port Elgin, Southampton, Wiarton, Meaford, Thornbury and more!

If you are considering buying real estate for sale in Owen Sound, and you love to fish, then this is the place for you. Owen Sound’s annual Salmon Spectacular is famous and draws participation from all over Canada and the United States each year. Additionally, some of the largest rainbow trout in the world have been caught in Owen Sound.

RRSP HOME BUYER'S PLAN

This program allows you to withdraw up to $25,000 from your RRSP to buy or build a new home.
You can also use it to buy or build a new home for yourself or someone you know with a disability.

Home buyer's tax credit

The First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit is a non-refundable tax credit that helps homeowners recover closing costs such as legal expenses and inspections.

First-time buyers can claim up to $5,000 for the purchase of a qualifying home on their personal tax return on the year of purchase. You could net up to $750! However, you cannot have lived in another home you or your partner owned in the previous 4 years.

If you have a disability (I.e., you are eligible for the disability tax credit) or if you bought the house to improve accessibility for someone who is disabled, you do not have to be a first-time home buyer.

Genworth Canada Energy-Efficient Housing Program
Receive a 25% rebate when you build a home through one of Genworth Canada’s qualifying energy-efficient building programs or meet the prescribed minimum Natural Resources Canada EnerGuide requirements and fund it through a Genworth Canada insured mortgage.
Land Transfer Tax Refunds for First-Time Home Buyers

Under this program, if you’ve never owned a home anywhere before – ever – you could quality to receive a refund of the land transfer tax for the first $368,000 of the value of the home. The maximum amount of the refund is $4,000.

The biggest hurdle in qualifying for the maximum amount of this program is that all purchasers of the home must be first-time homebuyers. If one or more of the purchasers has owned a home anywhere in the world previously, the amount will be reduced.

GST/HST Tax Credit

The GST/HST new housing rebate gives back some of the GST or the federal part of the HST you paid – up to $1,500 – for new or substantially renovated house that is your primary place of residence provided that you meet all the eligibility requirements.

CMHC Green Home

If you buy, build or renovate for energy efficiency using CMHC-insured financing, you could receive a 15% rebate for building a home to ENERGY STAR standards or up to 25% for building a home to R-2000 building standards.

Northern Locations Energy Credit

Those living in a qualifying location can take advantage of the Northern Ontario Energy Credit. This tax credit allows single people to receive a credit on their taxes of up to $151 and allows families (including single parents) to receive up to $232.

The purpose of this program is to help Northern Ontario residents with the higher energy costs they face living in the north.

Ontario Every And Property Credit

Non-seniors can receive up to $1,043 while seniors can receive up to $1,187. Even students can receive a credit of $25 if any of their costs were related to energy costs, and if you live on a reserve or in a public long-term care home, you can receive up to $232.

Options For Homes
If you are looking to purchase a new condominium, this is a non-profit group that offers different ways of paying for a condominium, including loans and discounts, and offers down payment support.
They also offer a Condo 101 class that explains what someone should look for then they purchase a new condominium.
Habitat For Humanity

You can be a homeowner! Get of the rent rut with Habitat for Humanity. This group helps low-income families build and buy simple, decent quality, affordable homes through a no-interest mortgage with payments set at less than 30% of gross income. Instead of a down payment, families contribute their sweat equity

Municipal Land Transfer Tax Rebate Program

If you are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident living in Toronto and you’re ready to buy your first home, don’t forget to register for the land transfer tax rebate. In conjunction with the provincial tax credit, you can get up to $4,475.00 back from the land transfer tax you pay when you buy your home.

Both new and existing homes qualify, but neither you and/nor your spouse can ever have owned a home before at any time anywhere in the world. Don’t delay, because to receive the entire rebate, your application has to be reviewed by the City of Toronto before the 10-day deadline is up!

Daniels FirstHome Boost Program

Daniels FirstHome has an innovative payment plan that is much more flexible and achievable in the midst of today’s fluctuating new mortgage rules. With locations throughout the Toronto area, this builder offers condos and townhomes in attractive neighbourhoods aimed at first-time home buyers.

The program offers an interest-free, 20-year forgivable loan for 10% of the down payment that, when added to the 5% that you need to put down, “boosts” your down payment to 15%. On top of that, you could also qualify for an additional $25,000 in financing. You don’t even have to have the whole 5% up front. All you need to get started is $3,500 when you sign the Agreement to Purchase and Sale, and then you can pay $1,000 a month after that until you reach the required 5%.