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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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Why Choose Us
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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
218 Barney's Boulevard
Miller Lake, Ontario
INVESTOR ALERT!!! Very Rare Opportunity to purchase a WATERFRONT VACANT LOT on the Highly Sought After Area of MILLER LAKE. Lot already has a Drilled Well and Staircase that leads to an Amazing Natural Stone Patio to take in the Lake Views. Driveway and some clearing has been done to give you a blank slate for your Dream Home or Cottage. Go Ahead and Treat Yourself.......... You Deserve It!!! (id:22681)
Keller Williams Realty Centres Brokerage (Wiarton)
Keller Williams Realty Centres
791 23rd Street W
Owen Sound, Ontario
Uncover the potential of this prime real estate opportunity! Situated in Owen Sound, this expansive lot presents endless possibilities for renovation or development. With a stripped down house awaiting transformation, let your imagination run wild as you envision the ultimate dream home or lucrative investment property. Bring your vision to life and create a custom masterpiece tailored to your taste and style. Alternatively, take advantage of the ample space and municipal services available to develop the entire lot. Conveniently located near all amenities including schools, trails, and the marina, this property offers unparalleled convenience in a sought-after neighbourhood. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to shape your future. Schedule a viewing today and unlock the potential of this one-of-a kind property. (id:22681)
Exp Realty
23 Pierce Street N
South Bruce Peninsula, Ontario
Welcome to this turn key, contemporary bungalow. Featuring all the comforts you could hope for in a year round home and just 1 km to the warm shores of Lake Huron and Oliphant Marina. Built in 2014 this home sits on a 0.7 acre treed Lot on a dead end street, abutting a large forest parcel which offers extra privacy and natural beauty. This home has been well maintained and updated, featuring new HVAC and Septic bed as well as an impressive detached shop, perfect for storing all your toys or as a potential additional living space. The quaint bunkie is tucked away at the rear of the lot near the firepit, perfect for those extra overnight guests. Stepping into the home, you appreciate the open concept feel on the main floor with abundant natural light through the large windows and sliding door out to the rear deck. The kitchen features plenty of cabinets topped with a beautiful Algonquin limestone. There is a handy inside entry out to the fabulous insulated garage with corrugated steel walls, tons of storage and also plumbed in for a forced air heater. The primary bedroom comes complete with walk in closet, sliding door and ensuite bathroom, 2 additional bedrooms and a 4 pc bath complete the upper level. If you have a large family or have friends stay over often, the downstairs offers an additional 2 large bedrooms, family room, laundry, a cold storage and an extra utility room perfect for a storage/pantry space. Oliphant is a warm and welcoming community, offering a quiet escape yet Sauble Beach is just 10 minutes away to enjoy all the shops and dining options available there. The locals love it here, come see why it might be the perfect place for your next adventure. Showings available now, by appointment only (id:22681)
Century 21 In-Studio Realty Inc.
614 25th Avenue
Hanover, Ontario
The one you've been waiting for! Semi-detached bungalow with walkout basement. Main level living with open concept kitchen/living space, dining room, 2 beds and 2 baths and main floor laundry. Walkout from your living space to the covered upper deck offering views of the trees. Bright lower level is finished with 2 more bedrooms, full bath, and large family room with gas fireplace and walkout to your beautiful back yard. Home is located in a great new subdivision of Hanover close to many amenities. Call today! (id:22681)
Keller Williams Realty Centres
6 Palmer Marie Lane
Chesley, Ontario
Welcome to 6 Palmer Marie Lane! This 1248 sq. ft. life lease unit built in 2022, effortlessly combines modern design with comfortable one level living. Open-concept layout with seamlessly integrated kitchen, dining room, and living room bathed in natural light from the large windows. Stunning maple kitchen cabinets and sleek backsplash and quartz countertops. Primary bedroom features a 3 pc ensuite and walk in closet. Additional bedroom offers versatility as a guest room, office, craft room, or a cozy TV retreat. Convenient 4 pc main bath and laundry combo. Feel the warmth underfoot with the in-floor heating system and ductless a/c for cooling. Attached, oversized garage is complete with trusscore creating a clean and durable finish. Double concrete driveway. Discover a large and inviting patio to enjoy a quiet and private moment. This life lease unit is a testament to quality, thoughtful design, and comfortable living with snow removal and lawn maintenance included. Seize the opportunity to experience worry free living in a vibrant and welcoming 50+ community in Chesley. (id:22681)
Wilfred Mcintee & Co Ltd Brokerage (Walkerton)
1751 3rd Avenue E
Owen Sound, Ontario
Welcome to your charming new home, perfect for investors or first-time buyers seeking value and character! Nestled near the Bayshore Arena, waterfront trails, and schools, this property boasts convenience and beauty. Sitting on a large double lot, this well-maintained home exudes timeless charm with original hardwood floors, statement trim, and arched doorways. Step inside to discover a harmonious blend of classic elegance and modern updates, including new windows and doors throughout. The heart of the home is the functional updated eat-in kitchen, attached to a versatile flex room at the rear featuring a convenient two-piece bathroom with laundry. Upstairs, you'll find a well-appointed four-piece bath with a separate shower and tub, accompanied by two generously sized bedrooms. The primary bedroom delights with a walk-in closet, while the second bedroom offers a partial water view, adding a touch of serenity to your space. Outside, the massive backyard beckons with a deck and patio, offering ample space for outdoor relaxation and entertainment. With access from two streets, this property presents endless potential for expansion or customization. Plus, enjoy the beauty of raised garden beds, perfect for cultivating your own oasis right at home. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of charm and value in a coveted location! (id:22681)
Century 21 In-Studio Realty Inc.
68 Sauble Falls Road
Sauble Beach, Ontario
Ever dreamed of living in the vibrant community of Sauble Beach? Renowned for its crystal clear waters and beautiful sand beaches. Here is an opportunity to take over a thriving, well established business and a fully updated residence. This home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with over 2200 square feet of living space that has been extensively renovated. Beautiful open concept kitchen and 3 separate living spaces. A living room, billiard room and a family room with sliding doors to a roof top patio. Bathroom was renovated in 2023, to cap off a long list of updates and renovations throughout. The windows are even tinted to allow one way viewing and privacy. All in close proximity to the clean sand beaches, the beautiful Sauble river and falls and numerous amazing attractions the area has to offer. You can live up top and rent out the commercial space below or continue to run the successful business that has a proven track record for over 17 years. Current business offers meats, local products, wood and so much more that is tailored to the area. All with a 3000+ square foot successful business. (id:22681)
Sutton-Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage (Owen Sound)
716573 West Back Line
Chatsworth, Ontario
Escape to nature with this secluded 27+ acre retreat at the end of West Back Line. Surrounded by tranquility and plenty of trails on the property to explore. This updated unique home offers an open living space, 2 bedrooms on main level and 4pc bathroom. Lower level offers family room, 3rd bedroom, 4pc bathroom, laundry room and large foyer plus a spacious garage and workshop for all your hobbies, plus ample storage for ATVs and snowmobiles. Just under an hour away from Blue Mountain for winter sports enthusiasts, and conveniently located between highways 6 and 10 near Markdale with easy access to Owen Sound for supplies. Enjoy the rustic charm of the outdoors with the feeling of being nestled amongst the trees - this property is a nature lover's dream waiting for your personal touch. Let the trees be your home decor and nature your ultimate interior designer at this whimsical property just waiting for your creative touch! (id:22681)
Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty Brokerage (Walkerton)
Lot 15 West Road
Northern Bruce Peninsula, Ontario
100 Acre parcel with 66 acres of randomly tile drained workable farm land and the remainder in bush. Corner lot with Frontage on both West Road and Little Pike Bay Road. (id:22681)
Sutton-Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage (Owen Sound)
16 Telford Street
Oliphant, Ontario
Looking for an escape? Why not Oliphant! Step inside to this modern and stylish 2019 built bungalow. Situated on almost 1/2 an acre of property this is the perfect place to finally breath a sigh of relief. Oliphant is located on the Beautiful Bruce Peninsula only a short drive to the famous beaches of Sauble and the growing community of Wiarton. Oliphant is well known for its many islands along the coast, great kite boarding and its fantastic fishing. This is an amazing place to relax, unwind and spend time with those who matter most to you. Inside the home you'll find high ceilings, bright natural light and a beautifully designed modern and stylish interior. This home was made great for entertaining and enjoying the company of friends and family. The home offers great high speed internet, a large and spacious kitchen with stunning quartz counter top space, new appliances, custom quality cabinetry and a large kitchen island perfect to pull up a stool and see what's cooking. The living room is a large and open concept design with large patio doors facing the back forest area and a propane fireplace insert perfect for warming up on a cold winters day. The east area of the home offers a primary bedroom with walkout patio doors and an ensuite with large tiled walk in shower and natural light. The west side of the home offer an additional 2 bedrooms and 4 -piece bathroom. The main floor also features laundry and good closet space for storage. Underneath the main floor you will find a 5ft crawl space throughout the entirety of the home providing great space for storage as well as access to all of the homes utilities. The front of the exterior features dark vinyl and wood siding and a great covered porch. The rear of the home offers a large deck across the entire back of the home creating great space for a full house as well as a peaceful view of the forest surroundings. If you are looking for a change it's time to try Oliphant. Call today to book your showing. (id:22681)
Century 21 In-Studio Realty Inc.
19 Laurdo Crescent
Oliphant, Ontario
This stunning two-story home, built in 2018, offers the perfect blend of modern design and functionality. With its contemporary and thoughtful layout, it provides a spacious and comfortable living environment for you and your family. Step inside to discover an airy and light-filled interior, where large windows flood the space with natural light and offer picturesque views of the surrounding forest. The open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, creating an ideal setting for both daily living and entertaining. The main floor of the home also features a powder room, front office, laundry, storage and utility room and access to the garage. Upstairs, you'll find the three bedrooms, including a spectacular primary suite complete with a private ensuite bathroom and large walk in closet. Two additional bedrooms and 1 other bathroom offer generous size for allow for flexibility for guests and children. Outside, the property boasts a well-manicured yard eye catching exterior finishes and a large garage, providing plenty of space for activities and storage. Situated in a quiet and family-friendly neighborhood, and close to the lake, this home offers the perfect combination of tranquility and convenience. With its quality finishes, contemporary design, and desirable location, this 2018-built two-story home is sure to exceed your expectations. (id:22681)
Century 21 In-Studio Realty Inc.
Lot 19 Con 1 The Bury Road
Northern Bruce Peninsula, Ontario
100 acre parcel with approximately 35 acres of cleared land, currently used for pasture. Located on The Bury Road Road, just off of Little Pike Bay Road. Enjoy all that the Bruce peninsula has to offer, a short drive to Lake Huron or Georgian Bay. There is hydro and a well on the property. Adjacent 100 acre parcel is also for sale. (id:22681)
Sutton-Sound Realty Inc. Brokerage (Owen Sound)
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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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