823 Essa Road in Barrie: Holly House for sale : MLS®# S13028826
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Presenting 823 Essa Road, set on an expansive 75' x 200' mature lot in one of Barrie's most rapidly evolving corridors. Surrounded by ongoing and recent development, this property offers a rare opportunity for both immediate income potential and long-term redevelopment upside. Ideal for today's savvy buyer, the home features a fully self-contained in-law suite with separate access, perfect for multigenerational living or conversion into a legal duplex. Beyond its current use, the true value lies in the future potential, with the possibility of additional dwelling units or redevelopment as this stretch of Essa Road continues to transform. Notably, this represents one of the last remaining pockets of large, mature lots in the area, with many neighbouring properties already transitioned into townhome and low- to mid-rise developments. The main level offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, highlighted by a beautifully updated open-concept kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinetry, and a modern tiled backsplash. The bright and inviting living room is anchored by a charming bay window and a cozy gas fireplace with custom built-ins. The lower level, with private access through the garage, includes a newly completed (2026) 1-bedroom suite with a full kitchen and bathroom, ideal for rental income or extended family. Additional updates include: roof (2019), furnace (2019), and air conditioning (2019). 823 Essa Road delivers the perfect blend of immediate functionality and future opportunity in a high-growth location.
Under Contract:
Hot Water Heater
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Home Style:
Bungalow
Approx. Age:
51-99
Total Approx Floor Area:
1100-1500
Lot Depth:
200'61 m
Lot Frontage:
75'22.9 m
Direction Faces:
West
Bedrooms:
3+1
Bathrooms:
3.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
2
Kitchens in Basement:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
10
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Fireplaces:
1
Foundation:
Other
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Full, Finished, Separate Entrance
Fireplace Features:
Natural Gas
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
Attached
Garage Spaces:
1.0
Other Structures:
Garden Shed
Parking Features:
Private, Private Double
Parking Spaces:
6
Total Parking Spaces:
7.0
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
Flexible
Pool:
None
Link:
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$5,463.49 /
2026
Assessment:
$- /
-
Simcoe
Barrie
Holly
School Bus Route, Public Transit, Place Of Worship, Park
Data was last updated April 23, 2026 at 02:15 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
45
Avg list price:
$824,900
Min list price:
$629,000
Max list price:
$1,550,000
Avg days on market:
35
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
699
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Holly. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by
the MLS® system.
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