Welcome to 243 Harvey Street, a rare Orillia opportunity offering an expansive 60' x 176' double lot. Nestled on a quiet, highly sought-after street just a short walk to the waterfront and downtown, this property presents a blank canvas for the discerning buyer this unique offering combines prime location with boundless real estate potential.The owner started to transform the space and spent $150,000 in time and upgrades to create a very dramatic The roof has been professionally raised to create a striking cathedral ceiling in the kitchen with four skylights flooding the open space with beautiful light. Double French doors open from the kitchen to the rear, framing an exquisite, sweeping vista of the sumptuous gardens.The vision continues into the framed, regal 4-piece bathroom. A custom window directly overlooks the backyard, blending indoor living with the natural landscape.The main floor layout also includes a highly functional, separate mudroom all the rooms have Venetian coloured walls with hardwood floors throughout. Outside, the back of the home featured stuccoed exterior, adding modern texture to the structure.The crowning jewel of this property is its spectacular, park-like lot. Spanning 60 feet of frontage by a deep 176 feet, it is a private sanctuary of mature trees and sumptuous gardens.The view is serene, lush, and incredibly peaceful.Because the owner has elected to sell the property in "As Is" condition, the final chapter of this home belongs entirely to you. 1) Complete the high-end renovations to create a unique, character-filled masterpiece. 2) Tear down the existing structure and build your ultimate custom dream home on a massive, deep lot. 3) Petition the City to sever the property into two distinct parcels. With 30-foot lots in the immediate area currently listing in the $280k range, the financial upside is massive.Bring your contractor, your architect, or your investment portfolio, and unlock the magic of this rare property in Orillia.
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Home Style:
Bungalow
Approx. Age:
51-99
Total Approx Floor Area:
700-1100
Lot Size:
<.50
Lot Depth:
165'50.3 m
Lot Frontage:
60'18.3 m
Lot Shape:
Rectangular
Topography:
Hillside, Flat
Direction Faces:
West
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
1.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
6
Fractional Ownership:
No
Zoning:
R-2
Assignment:
No
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Foundation:
Stone
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Unfinished, Crawl Space
Fireplace/Stove:
No
Garage:
None
Garage Spaces:
0.0
Parking Features:
Boulevard, Front Yard Parking
Parking Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
2.0
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
Flexible 30-60 days less or more
Pool:
None
Link:
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Assessment Year:
2025
Development Charges Paid:
Unknown
Taxes:
$2,993 /
2025
Assessment:
$- /
2025
Simcoe
Orillia
Orillia
Arts Centre, Beach, Library, Marina, Park, Wooded/Treed
Carpet Free, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Separate Hydro Meter, Water Meter
None
All Electrical Light fixtures, drapes, hot water tank, stove, washer, dryer, all appliances on site in as is condition
Stucco (Plaster), Vinyl Siding
No
Indirect, WaterfrontCommunity
Couchiching River
River
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Living Room
10'6¾"3.22 m × 9'2.74 m
Casement Windows, Hardwood Floor
Main
Dining Room
11'5"3.48 m × 8'2.44 m
Casement Windows, Hardwood Floor
Main
Kitchen
17'9"5.41 m × 11'5¾"3.50 m
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, French Doors
Data was last updated July 6, 2026 at 06:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
166
Avg list price:
$725,000
Min list price:
$189,000
Max list price:
$4,499,999
Avg days on market:
40
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
693
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