278 Dalhousie Street, Peterborough, ON K9J 2M4
Town Ward 3, Peterborough · Near Stewart St. & Dalhousie St · View map
About this home
Character, convenience and versatile living space come together at 278 Dalhousie Street. This inviting century home is filled with personality, featuring warm wood floors, tall trim and original baseboards throughout the comfortable living and dining rooms. The bright kitchen offers crisp white cabinetry and plenty of functional workspace, while a three-piece bathroom added by the current owners brings welcome convenience to the main floor. The second level includes two bedrooms and a four-piece bathroom with a deep tub. One level above, the spacious third-storey bedroom offers added flexibility, with plenty of room to create a sitting area, workspace or study nook. Outdoors, restored brickwork frames the entrance, while the front porch, established gardens, partially fenced yard and generous attached storage area add to the home's appeal. Additional features include forced-air gas heating and an owned on-demand hot water heater. Ideally located close to downtown Peterborough, shopping, everyday amenities and public transit, this character-filled home offers an accessible opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Quick closing available.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Square footage
- 1100-1500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 8
- Basement
- Full, Unfinished
- Lot size
- 25 x 74 ft
- Faces
- North
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Fireplace
- No
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 1
- Total parking
- 1
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $3,420/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Immediate
- Cross street
- Stewart St. & Dalhousie St
- Neighbourhood
- Town Ward 3
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$306 (at 1,300 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X14030756
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The home and its surroundings
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- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
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278 Dalhousie Street, Peterborough, ON K9J 2M4
Town Ward 3, Peterborough · Near Stewart St. & Dalhousie St
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Listing history for 278 Dalhousie Street
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Frequently asked questions about 278 Dalhousie Street
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 278 Dalhousie Street listed for, and what would it cost each month?
278 Dalhousie Street is listed for $398,000. With 20% down ($79,600), the mortgage payment would be roughly $1,605 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $1,890 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 278 Dalhousie Street freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
278 Dalhousie Street is a 2-storey detached home in Town Ward 3, Peterborough. 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 278 Dalhousie Street have?
278 Dalhousie Street has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2 1/2 storey.
Does 278 Dalhousie Street have a garage and parking?
The listing does not show a garage. The driveway adds 1 space. In total the listing counts 1 parking space.
Does 278 Dalhousie Street have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as full, unfinished.
What style of home is 278 Dalhousie Street?
278 Dalhousie 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 278 Dalhousie Street, 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 25 x 74 ft.
How is 278 Dalhousie Street heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 278 Dalhousie Street?
Property taxes are $3,420 a year (2026), or about $285 a month.
Where is 278 Dalhousie Street?
278 Dalhousie Street is in the Town Ward 3 community of Peterborough. The nearest main intersection is Stewart St. & Dalhousie St. The postal code is K9J 2M4.
Is 278 Dalhousie Street still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X14030756). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 278 Dalhousie Street asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 79 Parkhill Road W at $409,900 (3 bed), 625 Union Street at $425,000 (3 bed) and 194 London Street at $445,900 (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 278 Dalhousie 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 278 Dalhousie 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.