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$450,000

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28 5th Street East

Cornwall, Cornwall, Ontario K6H2L4

For sale· Added

3 bed2 bath1,100–1,500 sqft

About this home

Welcome to The Red House on Fifth! Located in Cornwall's historic Square Mile, this tastefully updated 2-storey semi-detached home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and investment potential. With approx 1,200 sqft of bright, functional living space, this move-in-ready home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully updated interior highlighted by historic trim & staircase, solid wood kitchen countertops, and convenient main-floor laundry. The second floor offers three comfortably sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a versatile flex space that is ideal for a home office, reading nook, or art studio. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard with mature landscaping, a covered deck complete with a bar-top counter and plenty of room for entertaining. Recent exterior improvements include a rebuilt front porch, restored Victorian fascia, fresh exterior paint, a new front entry door, and an asphalt roof replaced in 2023. Situated on a generous 34' x 124' lot with a private three-car driveway, this home is just steps from downtown shops, restaurants, the St. Lawrence River waterfront, the Waterfront Trail, and Cornwall's cycling network. Key local amenities like the Cornwall Community Hospital, St. Lawrence College, and the Seaway International Bridge are all just minutes away. Whether you're searching for a charming place to call home or a property with excellent rental flexibility, this one checks all the boxes. The central location, onsite parking, and flexible layout make it well suited for owner-occupants, furnished rentals, or short-term rental opportunities.

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Property details

Listing

MLS® number
X13879912
Added
Oct 9, 2026 ()
Updated
Oct 10, 2026 ()
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Overview

Property type
Single Family
Building type
Attached house
Storeys
2
Ownership
Freehold

Inside

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Half baths
1
Heating
Forced air, Natural gas
Cooling
Window air conditioner
Fireplace
No
Appliances
Washer, Refrigerator, Water meter, Dishwasher, Stove, Dryer, Window Air Conditioner, Blinds
Features
Flat site, Carpet Free

Building

Basement
Unfinished, Full
Exterior
Aluminum siding
Foundation
Stone, Brick
Parking
No Garage · 3 spaces
Security
Smoke Detectors

Land

Lot size
34.6 x 124.6 ft
Fencing
Fenced yard, Fully Fenced
View
City view
Zoning
RES 30

Services

Water
Municipal water
Sewer
Sanitary sewer
Utilities
Sewer, Electricity, Cable, Wireless, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Connected

Location

Cross streets
Fifth St E @ Sydney
Directions
From Hwy 401 take McConnell Ave and travel south to Fifth St East (one way). Turn right on Fifth St E and proceed to 28 just past Sydney St on the left. Driveway and street parking available.

Running costs

Annual property tax
$1,834

Rooms

KitchenMain level5.22 x 3.07 m
Living roomMain level4.41 x 3.2 m
Dining roomMain level5.22 x 3.02 m
FoyerMain level4.32 x 1.92 m
BedroomSecond level3.59 x 3.4 m
Partial bathroomMain level2.04 x 0.7 m
Bedroom 2Second level3.41 x 3.04 m
Bedroom 3Second level3.41 x 3 m
BathroomSecond level3.01 x 1.71 m
Sitting roomSecond level7.5 x 2.83 m

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