$899,900
For sale: Detached

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 23RD AUG 2-4PM Welcome to 77 Mill Street, a charming 2-storey detached home on an exceptional 96' x 200' treed lot backing onto the Castor River with four-season river access, right in the heart of Russell. One of the few remaining original homes in the village, this property offers a unique combination of character, space, privacy and convenience. Offering approximately 2,200 sq. ft. of finished living space across three levels, the home features 4+1 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The main level includes a welcoming living room with gas fireplace, ideal as a home office, a spacious family/dining room, updated kitchen with breakfast-bar island, and convenient mudroom with separate entrance. Upstairs are four bedrooms and a renovated full bathroom. The finished lower level offers a recreation room, fifth bedroom, full bathroom, laundry and walkout to the backyard. Additional third-floor space provides excellent storage and potential for a future loft, studio or bedroom (buyer to verify). Outside, enjoy a private green retreat with mature trees, perennial gardens, raised garden beds, a 12' x 26' elevated deck, patio and covered firepit, all with the Castor River as your backdrop. An insulated and heated double garage, two driveways, garden shed and ample parking add everyday practicality. Numerous updates include the kitchen, furnace, A/C, hot water tank, windows, upstairs bathroom and electrical improvements. Walk to schools, shops and everyday services while enjoying easy access to conservation areas, cycling paths and Russell's recreational trail network. It's a rare combination of a peaceful riverfront setting, abundant green space and the convenience of a walkable community in the heart of Russell. Not to be missed!
Sold data
Detached homes in Russell took a median of 28 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 17 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 55, across 67 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 55 days.
The median sale price was $699,900.
Homes sold for about 1.8% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 6% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 30% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 67 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
Russell has 5 Fraser Institute–rated schools (3 elementary and 2 secondary), averaging 5.9/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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