House of the Week: $5.5 million for an Oakville landmark with its own old-timey elevator

House of the Week: $5.5 million for an Oakville landmark with its own old-timey elevator

House of the Week: 43 Dunn Street

Address: 43 Dunn Street
Neighbourhood: Oakville
Agent: Alexandra Irish and Cynthia Avis, RE/MAX Aboutowne Realty Corp., Brokerage
Price: $5,500,000

The Place: A beautifully restored seven-bedroom house in Oakville that dates back to 1880.

Bragging Rights: This local landmark was built for Cecil G. Marlatt, an Oakville bigwig who owned a large tannery and was a big booster of the Royal Canadian Yacht Club.

Big Selling Point: Living in the ‘burbs doesn’t mean having to drive everywhere. This house is walking distance from both the water and downtown Oakville.

Possible Deal Breaker: A heritage property designation means any exterior adjustments must follow Ontario Heritage Act guidelines.

By The Numbers:
• $5,500,000
• $21,579 in property taxes
• 9,200 square feet of living space
• 10 car driveway
• 9 bathrooms
• 7 bedrooms
• 6 fireplaces
• 3 storeys
• 2-car garage
• 2 lantern skylights
• 1 coach house with guest suite
• 1 fountain