1148 Echo Bay Road, Lake of Bays, ON P0A 1H0
Franklin, Lake of Bays · Near Fox Point To Echo Bay Rd · View map
About this home
A wonderful opportunity to own 160 feet of beautiful Lake of Bays shoreline on scenic Echo Bay! Set on a quiet dead-end road, this south-facing property offers a lovely sandy-bottom waterfront, perfect for enjoying swimming, boating and everything cottage country has to offer. The approximately 900 sq. ft. cottage features three bedrooms, a 4-piece bath and an open-concept living area, along with a full walkout-level basement offering additional space and potential. The cottage is in need of a complete renovation, making this an ideal opportunity for someone looking to create their own Muskoka getaway or transform the property into something truly special. Located on a seasonal road, just a short distance from the year-round road, with easy access for winter plowing. Bring your vision and make the most of this beautiful waterfront setting on Lake of Bays!
The home
- Type
- Detached home
- Style
- Bungalow
- Square footage
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 5
- Basement
- Walk-Out, Finished
- Lot size
- 160 x 112 ft
- Faces
- North
- View
- Water, Trees/Woods
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Wood
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Wood
- Heating type
- Baseboard
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 4
- Total parking
- 4
- Parking features
- Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,480/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Immediate
- Cross street
- Fox Point To Echo Bay Rd
- Neighbourhood
- Franklin
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$944 (at 900 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X14153216
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The home and its surroundings
- Wooded/Treed
- Year Round Living
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
1148 Echo Bay Road, Lake of Bays, ON P0A 1H0
Franklin, Lake of Bays · Near Fox Point To Echo Bay Rd
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Listing history for 1148 Echo Bay Road
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Frequently asked questions about 1148 Echo Bay Road
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 1148 Echo Bay Road listed for, and what would it cost each month?
1148 Echo Bay Road is listed for $850,000. With 20% down ($170,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $3,429 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,802 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 1148 Echo Bay Road freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
1148 Echo Bay Road is a detached home in Franklin, Lake of Bays. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1148 Echo Bay Road have?
1148 Echo Bay Road has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The listing gives the style as bungalow.
Does 1148 Echo Bay Road have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 4 spaces. In total the listing counts 4 parking spaces.
Does 1148 Echo Bay Road have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as walk-out, finished. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown. A listing description is not proof of a legal second unit, so confirm zoning and permits with the municipality before counting on rental income.
What style of home is 1148 Echo Bay Road?
1148 Echo Bay Road is a detached home. A detached home stands on its own lot with no shared walls.
How big is 1148 Echo Bay Road, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 700 and 1,100 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 160 x 112 ft.
How is 1148 Echo Bay Road heated and cooled?
Heating is baseboard (wood). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 1148 Echo Bay Road?
Property taxes are $4,480 a year (2026), or about $373 a month.
Where is 1148 Echo Bay Road?
1148 Echo Bay Road is in the Franklin community of Lake of Bays. The nearest main intersection is Fox Point To Echo Bay Rd. The postal code is P0A 1H0.
Is 1148 Echo Bay Road still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X14153216). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 1148 Echo Bay Road asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 1005 Holly Meadow Court at $850,000 (3 bed), 2831 60 Highway at $599,900 (3 bed) and 1097 Keysbury Drive at $798,000 (5 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 1148 Echo Bay Road sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
How do I book a showing at 1148 Echo Bay Road?
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.