2 days on Market

280 Palmer St, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2S2

Detached
2
1
~2000-2500 sqft
$1,800,000
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Days on market2 days

Estimated valueNot available

Price/Sqft$810/sqft

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Description

Nestled on just under an acre in the heart of Guelph, Wood Cottage is a remarkable one-and-a-half-storey log home that blends architectural significance with historic charm. Built in 1853 in the Regency style, this distinctive residence features a central gable roof flanked by lean-to frame structures on either side. Expansive main-floor windows frame beautiful views of the property's mature landscape.Lovingly preserved and restored by the current owners for over 65 years, Wood Cottage has been home to only three families throughout its storied history - a quiet measure of how deeply loved this home is. Set high above Stevenson Street at Palmer Street, the nearly one-acre lot is shaded by magnificent trees that form a stunning canopy and an exceptional sense of privacy. As you travel up the private driveway, the pace of city life seems to fall away, replaced by a peaceful, secluded calm.Inside, a welcoming front hallway leads to a formal living room with large windows overlooking the grounds and a wood-burning fireplace. Two main-floor bedrooms offer abundant natural light and distinctive barrel-vaulted ceilings that speak to the home's unique character. At the rear, the formal dining room connects to the kitchen and breakfast nook, while a three-piece bathroom and main-floor laundry add everyday convenience.Upstairs, a charming half-storey room - once the children's bedroom - offers flexible space for a guest room, home office, or creative studio. The property also features a secondary log house from the Luther Marsh area, in northern Wellington County. In 1966 the one-story house was moved to Wood Cottage, for both preservation and to provide additional storage. Wood Cottage is more than a home. It is a treasured piece of Guelph's heritage and a rare opportunity to become the next steward of this extraordinary property.


Property Details

Style1 1/2 Storey
ViewGarden
Age of property100+
SqFt~2000-2500 SqFt
Lot Size38,974 SqFt(217.76 x 178.98)
Parking Spaces4
MLS ®NumberX13499774
Community NameDowntown
Data SourceTRREB
Listing byColdwell Banker Neumann Real Estate

Features

Heating: Forced Air
Fireplace

Main Floor

Br

3.58 x 5.69

Living

5.96 x 6.24

Primary

3.52 x 6.39

Kitchen

6.72 x 3.5


Features

Lot size: 38,974 SqFt

Parking

Garage spaces -

Garage type -

Total parking spaces 4


Property History

Jun 29, 2026
ListedActive
$1,800,000
2 days on market
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Listing by trreb®
Property listed by Coldwell Banker Neumann Real Estate, Brokerage
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Market Data - Downtown

Geo Zone Map ThumbnailDowntown

Seller's Market

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Detached house - for the past 30 days

Buyer's market Seller's market

Avg. Days on Market

Past 30 days

26 days

Compared to

2025

18 days

2024

19 days

2023

16 days

New Listings

Past 30 days

30 listings

Compared to

2025

21 listings

2024

23 listings

2023

16 listings

Units sold

Past 30 days

15 units

Compared to

2025

13 units

2024

15 units

2023

11 units

Median Sold Price

Past 30 days

$715,000

Compared to

2025

$754,502

2024

$820,081

2023

$825,000


Population and Demographics

Overview

Total population 12099
Average household income $121,679

Age (%)

0 to 19
17%
20 to 34
26%
35 to 49
20%
50 to 64
20%
65 and plus
18%

Household composition (%)

Single family
52%
Single person
41%
Multi person
7%
Multi family
0%

Mother tongue (%)

English
89%
Others
5%
Italian
2%
French
1%
Spanish
1%

House tenancy (%)

Owners
53%
Renters
47%

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