About this home
Exceptional family home with five-bedrooms, four bathrooms, rebuilt from the ground up with remarkable attention to quality and modern family living. Virtually every major component has been replaced or upgraded, including electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling systems, roof, siding, soffit and fascia, driveway, landscaping, and more, offering the confidence and comfort of what is essentially a new home in one of Stratford's desirable midtown neighbourhoods.The main floor features a bright, open-concept living space with windows on two sides, 9.5-foot ceilings, and a fireplace that anchors the entertainment wall. A versatile front room with a large window and generous closet space makes an ideal home office, den, or additional bedroom. A convenient main-floor bathroom and laundry area add everyday functionality.At the heart of the home is a stunning gourmet kitchen, complete with a large island designed for casual dining and entertaining and a full suite of Samsung appliances. A new deck extends the living space outdoors, overlooking the backyard on a spacious double lot. The newly sided detached garage offers excellent storage or the opportunity to create the workshop, studio, or entertainment space you've always envisioned. A substantial second-storey addition adds exceptional space and flexibility. A custom corner staircase window fills the upper level with natural light. The private primary suite features a beautifully appointed ensuite, while three additional generously sized bedrooms, each with large windows and ample closet space, are served by a newly added four-piece bathroom. The lower level offers a spacious family and entertainment room with a large egress window and a convenient two-piece bathroom, along with access to substantial storage space in the original basement. Beautifully finished and thoughtfully designed, this is a home that offers space to grow, room to gather, and the peace of mind of knowing the work has already been done.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 1500-2000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 14
- Basement
- Finished, Unfinished
- Lot size
- 64.8 x 119.3 ft
- Faces
- South
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Electric
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Garage spaces
- 1
- Driveway spaces
- 3
- Total parking
- 4
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $4,268/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- End of October ideal
- Cross street
- Front
- Neighbourhood
- Stratford
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$477 (at 1,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13763544
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The home and its surroundings
- Sewage Pump
- Sump Pump
- Water Heater
- Water Softener
- Arts Centre
- Park
- Deck
- Landscaped
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
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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.
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Listing history for 261 Albert Street
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Frequently asked questions about 261 Albert Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 261 Albert Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
261 Albert Street is listed for $835,000. With 20% down ($167,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $3,368 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $3,724 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 261 Albert Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
261 Albert Street is a 2-storey detached home in Stratford. 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 261 Albert Street have?
261 Albert Street has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
Does 261 Albert Street have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as detached, with room for 1 car. The driveway adds 3 spaces. In total the listing counts 4 parking spaces.
Does 261 Albert Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished, unfinished. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown.
What style of home is 261 Albert Street?
261 Albert Street is a 2-storey detached home. A 2-storey detached house has its living space on the main floor and the bedrooms upstairs, on its own lot with no shared walls.
How big is 261 Albert Street, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 1,500 and 2,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 64.8 x 119.3 ft.
How is 261 Albert Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (electric). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 261 Albert Street?
Property taxes are $4,268 a year (2025), or about $356 a month.
Where is 261 Albert Street?
261 Albert Street is in Stratford. The nearest main intersection is Front. The postal code is N5A 3K8.
Is 261 Albert Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13763544). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 261 Albert Street asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 101 St Vincent Street N at $849,000 (4 bed), 68 Davidson Drive W at $749,900 (4+2 bed) and 88 Davidson Drive at $729,000 (4 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 261 Albert 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 261 Albert 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.