5 Cove Road, London South, ON N6J 1H7
South E, London South · Near Wharncliffe · View map
About this home
Welcome to The Coves, one of London's best-kept secrets, where nature, character and community come together. Surrounded by environmentally significant green space, peaceful ponds and winding walking trails, this unique neighbourhood offers a feeling of being tucked away from the city while keeping everything you need close at hand. It's a setting that makes it easy to forget you're still right in the city. With fall just around the corner, imagine relaxing on the front porch swing, included with the home, while enjoying the changing colours of the forest just across the way. Step off the porch and you are moments from beautiful walking paths where every season brings something new to enjoy. This charming 2.5 storey red brick home offers plenty of room for a growing or busy family, with generous bedrooms, parking for three vehicles and an easy-care yard. One of the home's unexpected bonuses is the fully finished attic, accessed by a full staircase and offering flexible additional living space. Create a cozy upper family room, a private parents' retreat, or even a spacious primary bedroom tucked away on its own level. The basement, with its separate entrance, kitchenette and 3-piece bath, provides a great space for a teenager or young adult wanting a little independence while still being close to home. Just a short walk away is Wortley Village, with its local shops, restaurants and welcoming community atmosphere. The Coves itself has a wonderful neighbourhood feel, including organized street gatherings that make it easy to get to know the people around you. If you have been looking for a home with character, space and a setting that feels a little different from anywhere else in the city, this one deserves another look. Come experience The Coves and see why people who discover this neighbourhood tend to fall in love with it.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2 1/2 Storey
- Square footage
- 1500-2000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 8
- Basement
- Separate Entrance, Full, Finished
- Lot size
- 35.6 x 70.8 ft
- Faces
- North
- View
- Clear
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Driveway spaces
- 3
- Total parking
- 3
- Parking features
- Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $3,437/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- Can be Flexible
- Cross street
- Wharncliffe
- Neighbourhood
- South E
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$285 (at 1,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13736028
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The home and its surroundings
- In-Law Capability
- Fenced Yard
- Park
- Public Transit
- Ravine
- School
- Wooded/Treed
- Deck
- Landscaped
- Privacy
- Porch
- 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.
5 Cove Road, London South, ON N6J 1H7
South E, London South · Near Wharncliffe
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Listing history for 5 Cove Road
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Frequently asked questions about 5 Cove Road
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 5 Cove Road listed for, and what would it cost each month?
5 Cove Road is listed for $499,000. With 20% down ($99,800), the mortgage payment would be roughly $2,013 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $2,299 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 5 Cove Road freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
5 Cove Road is a 2-storey detached home in South E, London South. 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 5 Cove Road have?
5 Cove Road has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The listing gives the style as 2 1/2 storey.
Does 5 Cove Road 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 5 Cove Road have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as separate entrance, full, finished. 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 5 Cove Road?
5 Cove Road 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 5 Cove Road, 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 35.6 x 70.8 ft.
How is 5 Cove Road heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 5 Cove Road?
Property taxes are $3,437 a year (2025), or about $286 a month.
Where is 5 Cove Road?
5 Cove Road is in the South E community of London South. The nearest main intersection is Wharncliffe. The postal code is N6J 1H7.
Is 5 Cove Road still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13736028). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 5 Cove Road asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 91 Yvonne Crescent at $599,999 (4 bed), 2 Erie Avenue at $469,900 (3 bed) and 30 Carfrae Crescent at $530,000 (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 5 Cove Road 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 5 Cove Road?
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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.