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42 Melville Street, Dundas, ON L9H1Z8

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4 Beds
4 Baths
2,600 Sq Ft

Dundas Dream! This circa 1880 beautiful character home, but not really a cottage, which looks like a bungalow from the street, offers an impressive near 2500 sq ft of outstanding living space, starting with the storybook curb appeal w/ gorgeous perennial landscaping, but wait 'til you see what it's like in the backyard with a full 2 stories in the rear! A choice locale where you're right in the heart of the Cross-Melville heritage district of downtown Dundas! Walkable to everything this bungalow has a private forest on a 72 double wide lot, featuring a sunken garden and inground heated saltwater pool surrounded by lush ferns, hostas, peonies, rose bushes, hydrangeas and Japanese grasses. This tardis of a home is much larger than it appears and its flexible layout is perfect for empty nesters and includes private space for another family member. Professionally transformed to a re-imagined layout and living space, stripped to the studs in 2023. New HVAC, wiring, footings, support beams and everything, plus the joy of staying inside to do your laundry!! Unique reverse bungalow layout with main level living and lower garden level bedrooms, all at or above grade. 4 beds and 4 baths (2 half). The primary has jack and jill 5-piece bath access & a large WIC. Another with custom built-ins w/ closet and desk. The remaining two bedrooms share a WIC in their own wing. Additional storage via a large custom hallway w/ built-ins featuring double closets and a bench with hooks. Theres 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. (id:58753)

Listing By: Colette Cooper - Royal LePage State Realty Inc. cncrea2 Realty.com
  • MLS® 40811331
  • Date Listed03/11/2026
  • Days on Realty 140 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 2,600 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $634.23

Interior Features

  • Appliances Washer, Refrigerator, Water meter, Dishwasher, Stove, Dryer, 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 $1,649,000. Highlights include 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,600 sq. ft., built in 1880, $634 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 Wed March 11, 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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