$1,648,000
For sale: Detached

Welcome to 40 Colonel Butler Drive, tucked away in the established and highly sought-after Sherwood-Amberglen community of Markham. Set on an exceptional 40 x 218 ft lot surrounded by mature trees, this spacious 2-storey brick home offers over 2,650 sq. ft. above grade, a finished lower level and a spectacular backyard retreat with an inground pool. Inside, the generous main-floor layout offers plenty of room to gather, entertain and simply enjoy everyday life. Formal living and dining rooms are complemented by a spacious kitchen with centre island, stainless steel appliances and a walkout to the backyard, while the family room features a gas fireplace, bow window and views of the beautiful outdoor setting. Main-floor laundry with direct garage access adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, the impressive primary retreat measures approximately 19 x 17 ft and overlooks the pool, with a 5-piece ensuite and an exceptionally large walk-in dressing room. Additional bedrooms provide comfortable space for family, guests or a home office. The finished lower level adds even more versatility with an expansive recreation room, wine cellar, walk-in closet and abundant storage. And then there is the backyard. With a lot extending approximately 218 feet deep, this is outdoor space that is increasingly hard to find in Markham. Mature trees and established landscaping create a private, leafy setting around the inground pool, with generous patio and lounging areas for summer entertaining, dining and relaxing. Located in Sherwood-Amberglen, an established neighbourhood known for its mature streetscapes and access to parks and green space, you're minutes from Main Street Markham, the Rouge Valley trail system, Milne Dam Conservation Park, Markham Stouffville Hospital, shopping, dining, transit and major commuter routes. A substantial family home, an extraordinary lot and a backyard built for summer - all in one of Markham's established communities.
Sold data
Detached homes in Markham (Sherwood-Amberglen) took a median of 19 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 10 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 38, across 371 recorded sales.
That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 37 days.
The median sale price was $1,448,800.
Homes sold for about 3.0% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 32% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 9% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 371 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Markham (Sherwood-Amberglen) has 95 Fraser Institute–rated schools (76 elementary and 19 secondary), averaging 7.9/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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