689 College Avenue W, Guelph, ON N1G 2Y2
Dovercliffe Park/Old University, Guelph · Near College Ave And Stone Road · View map
About this home
Rare Opportunity to Purchase Both Sides of a Semi-Detached Property in Prime South Guelph! Offered for sale alongside the attached neighbouring home by the same owner, this unique offering presents exceptional potential for investors, developers, multi-generational families, or buyers looking to maximize rental income and future value.Located in the highly desirable Dovercliffe Park/Old University neighbourhood, just minutes from the University of Guelph, Stone Road Mall, top-rated schools, parks, transit, and convenient Highway 401 access, this spacious semi-detached home offers outstanding versatility and long-term potential. Featuring 3+2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a functional two-storey layout, the home boasts a bright and inviting main floor complete with a generous living room, separate dining area, convenient powder room, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The finished lower level provides additional living space, a fourth bedroom, and a flexible room ideal for a home office, study area, or extra storage.Outside, enjoy a large fenced yard with plenty of space for entertaining, gardening, or family activities. Whether you're an investor seeking strong rental demand from the nearby university, a family looking for a well-connected neighbourhood, or a purchaser interested in acquiring both properties for future opportunities, this is a rare chance to secure a valuable asset in one of Guelph's most sought-after communities.Both properties may be purchased together, creating a unique large-lot assembly opportunity rarely available in this established neighbourhood. Buyer to complete their own due diligence regarding future development or redevelopment potential.
The home
- Type
- Semi-detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 1100-1500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Basement bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 6
- Basement
- Finished, Separate Entrance
- Lot size
- 81 x 62.8 ft
- Faces
- West
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 3
- Total parking
- 3
- Parking features
- Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,296/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Tenant
- Possession
- FL
- Cross street
- College Ave And Stone Road
- Neighbourhood
- Dovercliffe Park/Old University
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$576 (at 1,300 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13259432
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The home and its surroundings
- Accessory Apartment
- 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.
689 College Avenue, Guelph, ON N1G 2Y2
Dovercliffe Park/Old University, Guelph · Near College Ave And Stone Road
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Listing history for 689 College Avenue
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Frequently asked questions about 689 College Avenue W
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 689 College Avenue W listed for, and what would it cost each month?
689 College Avenue W is listed for $749,000. With 20% down ($149,800), the mortgage payment would be roughly $3,021 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,379 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 689 College Avenue W freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
689 College Avenue W is a semi-detached home in Dovercliffe Park/Old University, Guelph. 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 689 College Avenue W have?
689 College Avenue W has 3 bedrooms, plus 1 more bedroom in the basement, and 3 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2-storey.
Does 689 College Avenue W have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 3 spaces. In total the listing counts 3 parking spaces.
Does 689 College Avenue W have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished, separate entrance. It counts 1 bedroom on that level. 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 689 College Avenue W?
689 College Avenue W is a semi-detached home. A semi-detached home shares one side wall with the home next door.
How big is 689 College Avenue W, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,100 and 1,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 81 x 62.8 ft.
How is 689 College Avenue W heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 689 College Avenue W?
Property taxes are $4,296 a year (2026), or about $358 a month.
Where is 689 College Avenue W?
689 College Avenue W is in the Dovercliffe Park/Old University community of Guelph. The nearest main intersection is College Ave And Stone Road. The postal code is N1G 2Y2.
Is 689 College Avenue W still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13259432). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar properties near 689 College Avenue W asking?
Similar properties for sale nearby right now include 687 College Avenue W at $769,000 (3+1 bed), 602 College Avenue W at $619,888 (4 bed) and 39 Edwards Street at $749,900 (3 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 689 College Avenue 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 689 College Avenue W?
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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.