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SHANNON DECKERS
Not Just Another Realtor®
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.
Extensive experience in the Owen Sound area
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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Truthful assessments and real estimates based on current markets.
Availability
Always ready to set up viewings and meet at your convenience. Only ever a phone call away, Shannon is quick to reply with useful and knowledgeable information.
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Working tirelessly to find the best house at the best price, and showcasing your home in the best possible light.
New Listings
183 Huron Road
Point Clark, Ontario
Welcome to 183 Huron Road, A Waterfront Original! This immaculate Seasonal 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage is located right on the water offering fabulous sunsets and hot days on the beach with the family. This turnkey property would be great for a family, to build memories around the fire pit, or in the lake. Being sold with everything included to start enjoying your summer right away, as all the necessities are included. This property would also command great summertime vacation rental for an investor or would make a great large flat lake level building lot for your cottage or future retirement property. This property has an unopened road allowance. For a showing call your REALTOR® today. (id:22681)
RE/MAX Land Exchange Ltd Brokerage (Pc)
355 Penetangore Row
Kincardine, Ontario
3 bedroom , 2 bath, bungalow home with a full walk up basement. It is located a short walk to the sandy Lake Huron shore or the Kincardine Boardwalk. The terraced rear yard has numerous perennial flowers and your own koi pond. There is a front court yard with a partial view of Lake Huron. The basement has a large family room, a wood stove and a work shop area. Stamped concrete driveway accommodates 4 vehicles (id:22681)
Century 21 In-Studio Realty Inc.
358 Mclean Crescent
Port Elgin, Ontario
Pristine raised bungalow built by Snyder Development in 2023! Are you looking for a brand new build, but don't want to wait to make your move? This is the home for you! 358 McLean Crescent is a 1624 sq. ft. raised bungalow with 1265 sq. ft. finished in the basement. This home is open concept and offers 3+2 bedrooms and 3 full baths, including a beautiful ensuite to the primary bedroom, with walk-in closet. The windows in the basement allow for a ton of natural light. There is a completed deck which can be accessed through sliding doors from the dining area. Central air, fridge, stove dishwasher, washer and dryer are included. (id:22681)
RE/MAX Land Exchange Ltd Brokerage (Pe)
278 Ogimah Road
Chief's Point Indian Reserve #28, Ontario
This 3 bedroom, 1 bath family cottage is spacious, solid and is situated on a large, private lot. The area of Chief's Point is quiet, family friendly and open to many activities for those who wish to boat, fish, ATV or access walking trails. There is Sauble River access just 5 minutes down the street. All of the rooms are spacious with the cathedral ceiling and open living space of kitchen, dining and living room. The wrap around deck across the front and east side of the cottage has the front entrance to cottage. A rear entrance from the kitchen opens onto a back deck and out to your private back yard. Come and enjoy this wonderful 4 season playground. Lease amount is $ 5,800 and Service Fee $ 1,200 yearly. There are no land taxes to be paid. (id:22681)
Wilfred Mcintee & Co Ltd Brokerage (Sb)
98 King Street
Tiverton, Ontario
This mixed-use building is commercially zoned with a walkout basement has 4 points of entry, 4 kitchens and 4 bathrooms. This means excellent investment potential for multi-use if desired (with some modifications), or a great mortgage helper to live/work on site. Check out the floor plan to see the versatility and potential for your own intended future use. The C1 zoning allows for some businesses to operate here (think coffee shop, professional offices, hair salon, retail, etc), complete with main street exposure! Extra-large corner lot with shed in the heart of the Village of Tiverton, with ample parking. Great location with easy access to Highway 21, mere minutes from Bruce Power, and less than 5km to Inverhuron. Forced air natural gas furnace and central air, metal roof and most windows and doors have been replaced. There are laundry facilities on both upper and lower levels. A recent Home inspection report has been completed and is available to serious buyers. Property is being sold AS IS and furnished. Buyer should consult with the Municipality about their future intended use. Don't miss this opportunity! (id:22681)
Royal LePage Exchange Realty Co. Brokerage (Kin)
9 Lakeforest Drive
Southampton, Ontario
Welcome to luxury living at Southampton Landing, where Berner Contracting presents a masterpiece in progress— Nestled in Southampton's newest subdivision, this home boasts three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Open-concept living extends from the living room to the kitchen and dining area. This home is full of custom features including, a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, engineered hardwood floors, a cultured stone fireplace, and a coffered ceiling over the dining area. The oversized patio door takes you to a private 14X16 raised deck overlooking the cedar trees behind the home. This home will be complete with a concrete driveway and fresh green sod. Call your REALTOR® today for your private showing. (id:22681)
Royal LePage D C Johnston Realty Brokerage
2 Libby Street
Stokes Bay, Ontario
Welcome to your dream cottage or 4 season home nestled in a tranquil setting! This delightful newer 3 bedroom, 2 and a half bathroom home exudes warmth, character, and timeless appeal. As you step through the front door, you'll be greeted by an open-concept living area that seamlessly blends modern design with cozy elements. The spacious and sunlit living room is the perfect place to unwind with a charming propane fireplace that invites you to cozy up on chilly evenings. The well-appointed kitchen is a chef's delight, boasting stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, and versatile cabinetry. A half bathroom on the main level adds convenience for guests and daily living. With three bedrooms, this home is perfect for families, offering space and comfort. On the main floor you will find the primary bedroom with an immaculate ensuite and a door to step outside onto the charming deck. Upstairs you will find an open concept landing, that you could use for an office area, a small living area, or just a nice lounge area to relax. There is ample storage space with a crawl space that wraps around attaching the two upper bedrooms. You will also get the added bonus of in-floor heating on both levels of the home. You are a short drive or bike ride to the beautiful Sandy Beach at Hardwick Cove where you can enjoy the beautiful waters of Lake Huron. This property offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, with its tranquil setting and serene surroundings. (id:22681)
Royal LePage Rcr Realty Brokerage (Os)
318561 Grey Road 1
Georgian Bluffs, Ontario
An enviable property and dream lake house spanning more than 97 feet of pristine shoreline, where every day begins with a breathtaking sunrise over the endless blues of Georgian Bay. This exquisite walk-out bungalow with private dock, boat launch, and boathouse is all about life at the lake. Presenting 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across almost 1,800 square feet of elevated living space, all with the beauty of Georgian Bay as your backdrop. Skylights, vaulted ceilings, and big picture windows flood the home with natural light. The interior exudes contemporary elegance with an open-concept design, sleek, high-end finishes, and a palette that reflects the coastal setting. Equipped with sophisticated granite countertops and a black stainless steel appliance package, the kitchen promises the utmost convenience for your culinary endeavours. Outdoor living is taken to new heights with multiple captivating spaces for al fresco dining all while relishing in panoramic vistas. A glass railing staircase takes you to the lower level featuring multiple walkouts, custom live edge crafted bar, and, of course, a games room. The decadent primary suite is a true retreat tucked behind French doors, featuring a private media room, four-piece bath with his and her sinks, and sliding glass doors leading to the water’s edge. Here, you can indulge in the ultimate waterfront lifestyle with a variety of outdoor amenities. At the shore, the crystal-clear, Caribbean blue waters of Georgian Bay invite you to indulge in swimming, boating, paddling, and fishing right from your doorstep. Improvements include new vinyl siding 2024, new windows and door 2024, interior painting 2024, new septic 2021, custom shoreline stone work 2021, all new electrical 2018, and new HyGrade Steel Roof 2015. An 8 minute drive to the amenities of Owen Sound, an easy 2 hours to Kitchener-Waterloo, and 2.5 hours to Toronto and its International Airport. Simply, this is how you Live the Georgian Bay Lifestyle. (id:22681)
Keller Williams Realty Centres
4 Karin Crescent
Walkerton, Ontario
Great family or retirement home for sale on the edge of town. This solid brick sidesplit has a full 2 car garage, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large recreation room, huge rear deck, fire pit, dog run and scenic views. Present owner has lived here since 2003 & has done many upgrades including, roof shingles, gas furnace, central air conditioner, front deck, garage doors and much more. Raised garden beds and a large variety of flowers complete the picture of a property you can be proud to own. (id:22681)
Peak Edge Realty Ltd.
1671 4th Avenue E
Owen Sound, Ontario
Discover the potential of this charming fixer-upper located in Owen Sound's East Side! Conveniently situated just steps from downtown amenities and the Bayshore Community Centre, this historic 1880-built home offers a unique opportunity for investors and first-time buyers alike. Featuring a timeless limestone facade, this residence exudes character while boasting modern upgrades including kitchen, updated furnace, and a cozy natural gas fireplace. Don't miss out on this piece of history – schedule your private viewing today! (id:22681)
Brand Realty Group Inc.
929 16th Street W
Georgian Bluffs, Ontario
Welcome to 929 16th St. West, a fully renovated home with a double attached garage and shop situated on 1.48 acres just outside of Owen Sound. Georgian Bluff Taxes and city water. This property offers modern amenities, functionality, and outdoor appeal. The house features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, providing ample space for comfortable living. The kitchen is a standout feature, boasting a chef's kitchen design with high-quality finishes, including New countertops, a double built-in oven, and a 6-burner gas stove top. The spacious island serves as a focal point for meal preparation, dining, and socializing. Upstairs, three good-sized bedrooms and a beautiful 4-piece bathroom await, offering comfort and privacy. Recent upgrades such as new windows, doors, Navien tankless dual boiler to ensure efficiency and modernity. The property includes a partially fenced yard a spring-fed pond in the back enhances the natural beauty and provides a tranquil feature for relaxation or recreation. A renovated shop with a new concrete pad, insulation, and furnace offers additional space for storage, hobbies, or even a home business, adding versatility and value to the property. R1C zoning offers a range of possibilities. Properties like this are hard to find and rarely come available in this desirable Georgian Bluffs location. (id:22681)
Sutton-Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage (Owen Sound)
260 Bradley Drive
Northern Bruce Peninsula, Ontario
Discover the epitome of tranquility in this charming waterfront chalet, ideally situated near Lions Head and Tobermory. Set against the picturesque backdrop of serene waters and private treed lot, this cozy retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and natural beauty. Nestled on the shores of Bradley Harbour and Lake Huron, this chalet-styled home welcomes you with its inviting ambiance and stunning views. Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed interior adorned with rustic charm and modern amenities. The spacious living area is bathed in natural light, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Relax by the gorgeous floor to ceiling stone fireplace on cool evenings, or step outside onto the deck to soak in the breathtaking vistas of the waterfront and surrounding landscape. Four cozy bedrooms offer comfortable accommodations for family and guests, each providing a peaceful retreat for rest and relaxation. Three well-appointed bathrooms ensure convenience and comfort for all. Outside, the property boasts a detached double car garage with a loft above, providing additional space for storage, a workshop, or even a guest suite. Imagine the possibilities for this versatile bonus space! Conveniently located close to a sandy beach and the Lindsay Tract Trails, outdoor enthusiasts will delight in the abundance of recreational opportunities right at their doorstep. Whether you enjoy hiking, swimming, or simply unwinding amidst nature's splendor, this idyllic location has something for everyone. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace the serenity of waterfront living in this charming chalet near Lions Head and Tobermory. Don't miss your chance to make this dream retreat your own - contact your REALTOR® today to schedule a showing! (id:22681)
RE/MAX Grey Bruce Realty Inc Brokerage (Wiarton)
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“Shannon took the time to learn what we liked, and what we didn’t. As first time buyers, we had quite a learning curve, and she was very patient in teaching us. She went the extra mile to find just the right home we both loved, and was as excited for us as we were!”
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WOODFORD, ON
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OWEN SOUND, ON
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KITCHENER, ON
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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
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.
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Local Amenities and Attractions
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
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
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%.
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