$359,900
For sale: Detached

Embrace the enduring charm and remarkable versatility of this classic 2+ storey red-brick century home centrally located at 512 Downie Street in the vibrant heart of Stratford. Perfectly tailored for asset-building portfolios or anyone with a creative personal style looking for a blank canvas that this expansive property offers. The generous layout features four bedrooms and a cozy sitting area. Creative minds will appreciate the exceptional design flexibility found in the unfinished third-floor loft- complete with its own dedicated staircase; ideal for a creative studio - and full basement featuring a convenient separate side entrance. Step outside to relax on the fully covered front porch, a quintessential character feature perfect for morning coffee or warm summer evening gatherings. Positioned on a central unmatched location that puts you just a 10-minute stroll from Stratford's historic downtown core, placing world-class theatres, artisanal coffee shops, renowned local restaurants and scenic Avon River trails right at your doorstep. Residents are also steps from neighborhood parks, while professionals and students are just a quick two-minute trip from the University of Waterloo Stratford Campus. Centrally located for commuters to utilize the proximity to major regional hubs of Kitchener, Waterloo, Woodstock and London.
Sold data
Detached homes in Stratford took a median of 34 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 14 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 61, across 64 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 42 days.
The median sale price was $624,950.
Homes sold for about 1.5% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 20% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 30% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 64 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
Stratford has 13 Fraser Institute–rated schools (11 elementary and 2 secondary), averaging 5.8/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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