159 Franklin Trail in Barrie: Rural Barrie Southwest House for sale : MLS®# S12648388
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Stunning 4-Year New LEGAL DUPLEX - 3,700+ SqFt of Upgraded Living Space!? SPACIOUS LAYOUT: 6 beds, 5 baths, 10 ft ceilings, hardwood floors, pot lights, formal dining, andbright living room with gas fireplace.? CHEF'S KITCHEN: Quartz counters, smart appliances, soft-close cabinets, island, butler's pantry, andwalkout to fenced yard with deck, gazebo, and sprinkler system.? UPPER LEVEL: 4 large bedrooms, including 2 primary suites with en-suite and walk-ins. Upper laundrywith sink and storage.? LEGAL BASEMENT: Separate entrance, 2 beds, full kitchen, laundry, and 3-piece bath-ideal for incomeor extended family.? TOP LOCATION: 2-car garage + 3 driveway spots. Near Hwy 400, Park Place, schools, trails, shopping,and downtown. New A/C & heat pump (2024). Over 3,700+ SqFt Of Total Living Space With Many Upgrades Completed..
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Home Style:
2-Storey
Approx. Age:
0-5
Total Approx Floor Area:
2500-3000
Lot Size:
<.50
Lot Depth:
92'¼"28 m
Lot Frontage:
44'11½"13.7 m
Lot Shape:
Rectangular
Direction Faces:
South
Bedrooms:
4+2
Bathrooms:
5.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
2
Kitchens in Basement:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Bedrooms Below Grade:
2
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
9
Rooms Below Grade:
5
Zoning:
R5
Heating type:
Heat Pump
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Fireplaces:
3
Foundation:
Poured Concrete
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Apartment, Separate Entrance
Fireplace Features:
Natural Gas, Electric
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
Attached
Garage Spaces:
2.0
Parking Features:
Private Double, Inside Entry
Parking Spaces:
3
Total Parking Spaces:
5.0
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
TBD
Pool:
None
Link:
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$6,804 /
2024
Assessment:
$- /
-
Simcoe
Barrie
Rural Barrie Southwest
Golf, Greenbelt/Conservation, Place Of Worship, Rec./Commun.Centre, School, River/Stream
Accessory Apartment, Auto Garage Door Remote, Carpet Free, In-Law Suite, Storage, Water Heater, Water Softener
Deck, Lawn Sprinkler System, Porch, Lighting
Hot Water Tank
Fridge x2, Stove x2, Washer x2, Dryer x2, Dishwasher x2, Water Softener, All Window Coverings, Electric Fireplace x2, Garage Door Opener
Data was last updated December 29, 2025 at 04:15 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
384
Avg list price:
$839,000
Min list price:
$469,900
Max list price:
$6,499,900
Avg days on market:
58
Min days on market:
4
Max days on market:
689
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Barrie. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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