$1,199,900 - 78 Callander Drive, Guelph
Detached for Sale in Guelph
109 days on market- MLS Number
- X12638578
- Property Type
- Detached
- Status
- active
- Days on Site
- 109
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Square Feet
- 1,500 - 1,999 sqft
- Neighbourhood
- Guelph
- Listing Brokerage
- Royal LePage Royal City Realty
Welcome home to an elegant and spacious stone-faced ranch bungalow perfectly situated in one of Guelph's most desirable and established neighborhoods. Built in 1960, this home offers generous living space and is bathing in natural light. The heart of the home is a custom built kitchen (2010) with lots of storage space and granite countertops. The grand living room features one of two cozy gas fireplaces (2017) and custom built-in shelves, creating an inviting space for both quiet evenings and large-scale social gatherings. Walk out to the upper deck to extend your living space for private dining and entertaining. With a very spacious primary bedroom, you will find your own ensuite bathroom and unbelievable closet space! Enjoy your retreat with tons of light coming through many windows or close the California shutters (2018) for a peaceful night's sleep. This main floor has two additional bedrooms and a bathroom with granite countertop and glass shower doors. Descend to the lower level where you will find a second massive living area centered around another gas fireplace and many windows providing you with ample natural light. A great feature of this beautiful home is the walk out to the backyard. Entertaining is extended through this garden level retreat. The backyard could be the perfect spot for your dream pool! Additional notes: Roof (2023)
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$5,307.56/mo
5-yr fixed avg.
Rates shown are estimates based on typical Ontario 5-year fixed rates. Canadian mortgages use semi-annual compounding as required by law. CMHC insurance applies to purchases under $1.5M with less than 20% down. Estimated property tax uses an approximate 0.85% rate. Contact us for current rate options and pre-approval.
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78 Callander Drive, Guelph
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Joe's Thoughts
Honest perspective from 30+ years of GTA real estate experience
Competitive Pricing
At $800/sqft, this is priced below the area average. This could represent genuine value, but let's investigate why. In my experience, underpriced homes often have deferred maintenance, unfavourable layouts, or motivated sellers. I'll help you determine which it is.
Negotiation Opportunity
At 109 days on site, this property has exceeded the typical selling timeline for Guelph. This creates leverage for buyers. The seller may be motivated by carrying costs, life circumstances, or previous deals falling through. I'd recommend a strategic offer below asking with terms that favour you.
Detached Home Advantages
Detached homes in Guelph are increasingly scarce and valuable. You'll have no shared walls, full control over renovations, and typically stronger appreciation. Consider the lot size and potential for future additions or basement apartment income. Detached homes also offer the most flexibility for growing families.
Family-Friendly Layout
4 bedrooms hits the sweet spot for most families. You'll have room for 2-3 children plus a home office or guest room. This is the most sought-after configuration for families relocating to Guelph. Good resale value as demand remains consistent.
Bathroom Count Matters
With 4 bathrooms, morning routines are much smoother. Multiple bathrooms significantly improve daily livability and are a major selling point for resale. Buyers consistently pay more for adequate bathroom counts - this is a strong feature.
Investment Perspective
Looking at this as an investment: Guelph properties have averaged 5-7% annual appreciation over the past decade. Your estimated monthly carrying costs would be around $5,000 (mortgage, taxes, insurance). Consider whether you're comfortable with this as both a home and a financial commitment.