About this home
FIRST TIME OFFERED FOR SALE! Own a piece of downtown Midland history with this iconic, high-exposure commercial/residential building, famously known as "Johnstone's Music Land." Serving the Southern Georgian Bay community for over 80 years, this landmark property at 280 King Street offers unparalleled visibility and footprint in the heart of our vibrant main street business district.The main level features a massive, open-concept commercial retail space with soaring ceilings and large front display windows that flood the interior with natural light-perfect for retail, professional offices, a trendy restaurant, or a boutique clinic. Expand your footprint or inventory storage into the full, sprawling basement running the length of the building.The incredible bonus? A private, separate entrance leads to a spacious 2 - 3 bedroom apartment directly above the retail storefront. Perfect as a primary residence for an owner-operator, a premium long-term residential rental, or a lucrative short-term rental catering to Georgian Bay tourists.Unbeatable location with high foot traffic, ample street parking, Rare 5 car private parking at rear and close proximity to the Midland harbourfront, restaurants, and local amenities. Don't miss this rare, multi-generational investment opportunity to live, work, and invest in Downtown Midland!
The home
- Type
- Commercial retail
- Square footage
- 4603 sq ft
- Lot size
- 22 x 158 ft
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
Heating & cooling
- Heating type
- Baseboard
Garage & parking
- Total parking
- None
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $8,661/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner+Tenant
- Possession
- 60-89 days
- Cross street
- Hugel / King
- Neighbourhood
- Midland
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- MLS® number
- S13440328
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Listing history for 280 King Street
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Frequently asked questions about 280 King Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 280 King Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
280 King Street is listed for $710,000. With 20% down ($142,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,864 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,586 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 280 King Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
280 King Street is a commercial retail in Midland. 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.
Does 280 King Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The listing does not include a parking space.
What style of home is 280 King Street?
280 King Street is a commercial retail. Commercial property covers retail, office, industrial and investment buildings and businesses for sale or lease.
How big is 280 King Street, and what is the lot size?
The lot is listed as 22 x 158 ft.
How is 280 King Street heated and cooled?
Heating is baseboard. The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 280 King Street?
Property taxes are $8,661 a year (2025), or about $722 a month.
Where is 280 King Street?
280 King Street is in Midland. The nearest main intersection is Hugel / King. The postal code is L4R 3M6.
Is 280 King Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® S13440328). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 280 King Street asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 258 King Street at $750,000, 345 KING Street at $649,900 and 270 King Street at $899,900. These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 280 King Street 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 280 King Street?
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Listing information comes from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board through PropTx and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. It is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA.
*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.