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Detached Homes for Sale in Cambridge, ON

Detached houses make up a large share of Cambridge's housing, and they come in more styles than almost anywhere nearby: nineteenth-century stone homes in West Galt, wartime and postwar bungalows in Preston and Galt, 1980s and 1990s two-storeys, and newer family homes in Hespeler and north Galt.

If you are coming from the GTA, a detached home with a real backyard is often the reason you are looking at Cambridge in the first place. Here is how I would think about where to look.

Active listings
207
Median price
$699K
Price range
$399K – $1.40M
Avg. price / sq ft
$591
Avg. days on market
2

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207 listings

Detached homes by area

West Galt has the grandest older homes, including the Dickson Hill heritage district, on mature tree-lined streets close to the river and downtown. Preston and older parts of east Galt have many bungalows and storey-and-a-half homes on good-sized lots, which suit first-time buyers and anyone wanting to renovate. Hespeler and north Galt have most of the newer two-storey detached homes and the shortest drive to the 401. Blair offers a small number of homes in a quiet village setting near the Grand River.

What I check on Cambridge detached homes

On older homes: wiring, plumbing, foundation, insulation, roof and any heritage designation. On newer homes: the age of the original mechanicals and roof, and permits for any finished basement or second unit. Near the rivers, I check Grand River Conservation Authority mapping. These details shape both the price you should pay and how easy the home is to insure and finance.

About Cambridge

Galt, Preston and Hespeler joined into one city, known for stone architecture along the Grand River.

There are currently 207 active listings matching detached homes for sale in Cambridge, with a median asking price of $699,000 and an average of $591 per square foot. Properties here are moving quickly, so be ready to view within a day or two of a listing going live and expect competing offers.

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Frequently asked questions

Where are the newer detached homes in Cambridge?

Mostly in the newer subdivisions in Hespeler and north and east Galt. Older areas such as West Galt and Preston have mature lots and older homes.

Are there bungalows for sale in Cambridge?

Yes, Cambridge has a good supply of bungalows, especially in Preston and parts of Galt. They are popular with downsizers and first-time buyers, so the well-kept ones tend to attract interest.

Can I add a second unit to a detached home in Cambridge?

Ontario rules allow additional residential units in many homes, and the City of Cambridge issues permits for them, subject to zoning, parking and building code requirements. Check before you count on rental income.

What is the Dickson Hill heritage district?

It is a heritage conservation district in West Galt with many late nineteenth and early twentieth century homes. Whether a particular house is individually listed or designated on the City of Cambridge heritage register varies, so I check the specific property's status before you offer.

Listing data is provided in part by the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board (TRREB) and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. Information is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties. Data is updated every 15 minutes.