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Highlands East Real Estate Statistics
| Average Price | $463K |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $1.7K |
| Highest Price | $1.3M |
| Total Listings | 45 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $184 |
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Highlands East Area Information
The Highlands East is best known for the histories of the smaller communities which were amalgamated. The Bancroft area was a former mine site for uranium, Gooderham for logging and farming, and Wilberforce is recognized as the “Geocaching Capital of Canada”. Over the years and through the development of rail transport through the region a number of small towns emerged and now sit empty as ghost towns.
Most general shopping happens in nearby Wilberforce, Cardiff, and Gooderham. Wilberforce and Cardiff both have general stores stocked with everything you need. Restaurants are limited to Cardiff. You’ll also find a selection of local boutique shops with everything from baked goods to local artisan products.
Highlands East Real Estate
Whether you are looking for a lakefront cottage, or land to build the cottage of your dreams you’ll find it in Highlands East.
Lakefront cottages for sale are some of the most sought-after in the region. Nestled between lush, established trees you’ll enjoy privacy while being close to neighbours. Residents enjoy stunning lake views from their homes, decks, and docks. The views don’t stop when the sun goes down, grab your favourite hot beverage and head out after dark, and be mesmerized by the open, stary sky.
From the outside, the cottage homes appear modest but step inside and you’re greeted with soaring ceilings, impressive wood beams, oversized windows, wood stoves, fireplaces, and cozy bedrooms - everything you need to make complete the lake-living lifestyle.
Land for sale in Highlands East ranges in size from smaller parcels to multiple acres. Choose from waterfront land, lake view land, and land with various municipal amenities available. It is important to note that not all land will have the same access to municipal services.
Things To Do In Highlands East
Parks, museums, theatres, shopping, arena sports, and over 30 access points to water for fishing, boating, and paddling. Explore local trails on a geocaching adventure, or mineral collecting adventure. Parks in Highlands East contain a number of amenities including tennis courts, baseball diamonds, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, outdoor skating rinks, and playgrounds.
The Wilberforce Red Cross Outpost Historic House Museum display artifacts related to the former Monmouth Township (known today as Highlands East). The Red Cross Outpost Hospital was first established in 1922 to provide medical services for the area where there was previously very limited access to medical services.
In nearby Highland Grove, you’ll find the Kidd School House Museum. Originally built in 1890, the school operated until the 1920s when it served as a hunting camp location. Explore a small collection of local artifacts as well as some local family histories.
The Bancroft Mineral Museum is a great place to visit to learn about the over 400 mineral specimens from the surrounding area. Rotating exhibits mean there is always something new to discover.
A short drive from town is the Haliburton Forest Wolf Centre. At about 58km from town making a day trip to learn about wolf behaviour and ecology is a great way to add variety to your activity. Observe wolves in their natural habitat via a large indoor observation area.
Algonquin Provincial Park offers camping, biking, boating, dog sledding, fishing, hunting, walking trails, picnic spaces, skiing, swimming, and many more activities.
FAQs About Highlands East
Q. Do I need to be concerned about a fire ban in Highlands East?
A. April 1st through October 31st a permit is required for daytime fires. Small fires are permitted in most areas of Highlands East.
Q. What kind of weather can I expect in Highlands East?
A. The weather in Highlands East is enjoyable year-round with warm (not hot) summers and cool (but not cold) winters. Summer months see comfortable temperatures in the mid-20s, whereas winter months can dip slightly below freezing. You can expect an average of 120 days with precipitation of some sort.
Q. What do I need to know about property taxes in Highlands East?
A. Property taxes are due three times a year. Owners will receive their first bill in February with two installments of the annual property taxes. The bills are due by the last banking day in March and May. In July, owners will receive the third bill that is due by the last banking day in September. July’s bill includes any remaining balance of the current year's total.
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