$489,000
For sale: Semi-Detached/Link

Historic 1845 charmer in heritage Perth! This warm and inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath semi-detached home is full of history. In 1886 it was purchased by the Kerr family becoming part of the Kerr Farm and named "Tara Cottage". At some point it was divided into 2 homes and now several owners later it is ready for a new family who will love its character and the very private backyard - reminiscent of an "English Country Garden" - a specially constructed butterfly garden, perennials galore, evergreen privacy hedge. Hardwood floors, tall ceilings, gas fireplace insert in living room that can be enjoyed while entertaining in the dining room. Sun porch to backyard is currently used as an office. Side door exit to one of the driveways and quaint courtyard. Convenient corner property with additional driveway on the side street for plenty of parking. Carriage house/Garage that is used for storage could be opened for a vehicle. Spacious kitchen big enough for a breakfast table with wood cabinetry, high and dry basement with cold storage and laundry plus extra storage. On the second level all 3 bedrooms are a good size with the main bath. Watch the world go by on the old fashioned covered front porch. Inclusions: Refrgierator, Freezer, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Dishwasher
Sold data
Homes in Perth took a median of 28 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 11 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 55, across 32 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 52 days.
The median sale price was $492,450.
Homes sold for about 1.9% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 19% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 16% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 32 recorded sales in the last 90 days — a small sample, so treat these figures as indicative. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Perth has 5 Fraser Institute–rated schools (3 elementary and 2 secondary), averaging 6.2/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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