$474,900
For sale: Detached

CHARACTER, SPACE & ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES IN THE HEART OF PERTH! Welcome to 98 Drummond Street East, a charming century home offering an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Perth's history in one of the town's most convenient locations. Situated on a generous, private corner lot surrounded by mature trees, this property is just a short stroll from downtown shops, restaurants, cafés, and everything that makes Perth such a desirable place to call home. From the inviting covered front porch to the beautiful architectural details found throughout, this home is filled with warmth, character, and potential. A stunning curved staircase makes an unforgettable first impression, while original woodwork and beautiful French doors showcase the craftsmanship of a bygone era. Inside, you'll discover spacious principal rooms, including a welcoming dining room and two generous family rooms, providing plenty of flexibility for everyday living and entertaining. The convenience of main-floor laundry and a two-piece bathroom adds to the home's functionality. Upstairs, you'll find comfortable bedrooms, a four-piece bathroom, and a charming bonus space accessed by a secondary staircase, ideal for a creative studio, playroom, reading nook, or additional storage. The partially finished lower level offers even more possibilities, with a cozy sitting area currently used as a home gym and additional office space that could serve as a fourth bedroom. Whether you're drawn to its timeless architecture, generous living space, or unbeatable walkable location, this is a home that offers something increasingly difficult to find: character, privacy, and the opportunity to make it your own. A wonderful opportunity to bring your vision to life and create something truly special in beautiful downtown Perth!
Sold data
Detached homes in Perth took a median of 25 days to sell over the last 365 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 11 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 55, across 65 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 52 days.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 $529,000.
Homes sold for about 2.4% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 17% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 29% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 65 recorded sales in the last 1 year — 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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