$1,499,000
FOR SALE

Detached 3-Storey

Bedrooms: 6Bathrooms: 5Lot: 109 x 135 ft
2026 Taxes: $8,207

54 Bruce St
Cambridge, ON N1R 2E3 | Waterloo

Built in 1859 by Thomas and James Dalgleish, master stone masons whose hands shaped much of Galt's enduring character, 54 Bruce St. is a home with a story to tell. Recently added to Cambridge's Heritage Registry, this three-storey stone residence carries the kind of presence that stops you mid-step. The arched window openings, the original woodwork, the deep stone walls; every detail speaks to a time when homes were not assembled but crafted, built from materials meant to last by hands that understood both structure and beauty. At 4,780 sq ft with 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, the home offers space & substance in equal measure. Over $200,000 in thoughtful renovations since 2022 have addressed the essentials, including a full electrical upgrade replacing knob and tube, updated plumbing, new air conditioning across three floors, refinished hardwood, and a fully renovated European-style kitchen with custom cabinetry and new appliances. These are not cosmetic gestures; they are the kind of improvements that allow the next owner to settle in with confidence. Two wood-burning fireplaces anchor the main living spaces. Stained glass, pocket doors, and period detailing remain intact throughout. A self contained third floor suite, includes its own kitchen, bathroom, separate entrance, and a private sunroom off the bedroom. Whether for extended family or simply space to live and grow, it offers a level of flexibility rarely found in heritage homes. Outside, the generous lot is fully fenced with mature trees, two covered porches, and a large 2-car detached garage. A five-minute walk to Galt's vibrant downtown, farmers' market, and the Grand River. A heritage dossier by architect Eric Rodrigues, Founding Principal of Boldera Architecture, accompanies the listing, offering prospective buyers both an understanding of the home's architectural significance and a thoughtful roadmap for its next chapter. This home has endured for over 160 years. The next chapter is ready to be written.
Extras
Auto Garage Door Remote, In-Law Suite, Water Softener
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Listed By CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED
Data Provided By Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
MLS® Listing Number X12950786
Last Updated May 08, 2026
Property Summary
Property Type Detached

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PIN 038160096
Legal Description PT LT 5 N/S BRUCE ST PL 615 CAMBRIDGE PT 2, 67R714; CAMBRIDGE
Possession Date Flexible
Taxes (2026) $8,207
Directions/Cross Streets Main Street & Bruce Street
Area Waterloo
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Detailed Information
Fronting On North
Special Designations Heritage
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 5
Lot 109 x 135 ft
Exterior Board & Batten
Air Conditioning Wall Unit(s)
Family Room Y
Fireplace/Stove Y
Basement Unfinished, Full, Walk-Up
Garage Type Detached
Garage/Park Spaces Y
Parking Spaces 7
Heat Source Gas
Heat Type Water
Sewers Sewer

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