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42 Melville Street, Dundas, ON L9H1Z8

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4 Beds
4 Baths
2,650 Sq Ft

Dundas Dream. This circa 1880 character cottage, located in the heart of the Cross-Melville heritage district, is walkable to everything. Storybook curb appeal with beautiful perennial landscaping is unassuming from street level with a two full stories in the rear. Private forest on a 72' double wide lot, featuring a sunken garden and inground, heated saltwater pool surrounded by lush ferns, hostas, peonies, rose buses, hydrangeas and Japanese grasses. This tardis of a home is much larger than it appears with over 2, 500 sqft of finished living space. Professionally renovated to the studs in 2023 to reimage the layout and living space. New HVAC, wiring, footings, support beams - everything! Unique reverse bungalow layout with main level living and lower garden level bedrooms, all above grade. 4 beds and 4 baths (2 half). The primary has jack and jill 5-piece bath access and a large WIC. One bedroom has custom built-ins with a closet and desk. The remaining two bedrooms share a walk in closet in their own wing. Additional storage via a large custom hallway built-in featuring double closets and a bench with hooks. There's even secret storage under the newly constructed, heritage style, staircase. This home is not to be missed. Loads of charm and character from rustic pine plank floors, salvaged brick floors from the old Grafton building, antique mantel with ornate cast iron insert, beamed ceilings, matching regency chandeliers imported from Chicago, and so much more. Brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, 14ft vaulted ceilings, walk-in pantry with bar sink, and garden doors to a private, forested deck. Main-level family room has a gas line ready fireplace and access to a beautiful 5-piece bath with full glass shower and standalone tub. Separate area for future built-ins. Could easily be converted to a second/alt primary. (id:58753)

Listing By: Colette Cooper - Royal LePage State Realty Inc. cncrea2 Realty.com
  • MLS® 40806120
  • Date Listed02/24/2026
  • Days on Realty 155 Days
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Bathrooms 4 baths
  • Lot Size -
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Subdivision 411 - Coote’s Paradise
  • Property Type Single Family Residence
  • Year Built 1880
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 2,650 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $663.77

Interior Features

  • Appliances Washer, Refrigerator, Water meter, Range - Gas, Dishwasher, Dryer, Hood Fan, Window Coverings
  • Cooling Central air conditioning
  • Heating Forced air, Natural gas

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres -
  • Lot Size SQFT -
  • Lot Features Conservation/green belt, Skylight, Private Yard

Directions

Sydenham Street To Melville Street - Home is 3rd on right (Between Cross & Sydenham)

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Local Neighborhood Highlights for L9H1Z8

Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Dundas, ON area.

Walkability in ON / L9H1Z8

Source: Walk Score

89/100

Very Walkable

Walk Score ®

40/100

Some Transit

Transit Score ®

49/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

2 nearby routes: 2 bus, 0 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 27/100, Transit Score: 26/100, Bike Score: 35/100.

Points of Interest near 42 MELVILLE Street, Dundas, ON L9H1Z8

Frequently Asked Questions for 42 MELVILLE Street

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42 MELVILLE Street, Dundas, ON L9H1Z8 in 411 - Coote’s Paradise, Dundas, ON L9H1Z8 is a single family residence listed at $1,759,000. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,650 sq. ft., built in 1880, $664 per sq. ft.. Realty.ca has 50 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for this list...

Realty.com has 50 photos of 42 MELVILLE Street.

Our records indicate that 42 MELVILLE Street was built in 1880.

The full address for this home is 42 MELVILLE Street, Dundas, ON L9H1Z8.

42 MELVILLE Street has been listed on Realty.com since Tue February 24, 2026

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 27/100, Transit Score: 26/100, Bike Score: 35/100.

Listing provided courtesy of: Royal LePage State Realty Inc.
Listing agent: Colette Cooper

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