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Welcome to 490 Spruce Street in the highly sought-after year-round section of Maple Leaf Acres, one of Ontario's premier four-season recreational communities on beautiful Lake Belwood. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers affordable year-round living with exceptionally low carrying costs, including lot fees of just $371.21/month (2026) and property taxes of only $381.47 for the entire year (2025). The open-concept living, dining and kitchen area creates a bright, connected space that's ideal for entertaining or keeping an eye on children and grandchildren. The unique layout includes a side entrance leading directly to the den/flex space, making it ideal for a home office, hobby room, guest area, or multi-generational living arrangement. Designed for easy ownership, the home features durable metal siding and a lifetime metal roof, propane furnace, on-demand hot water system, reverse osmosis water filtration system, concrete driveway, and additional outdoor storage beneath the home as well as a large garden shed. The property is currently vacant, allowing for immediate possession and flexible showings. Life at Maple Leaf Acres feels like a permanent vacation. Residents enjoy access to an indoor saltwater pool and hot tub, outdoor swimming pool, recreation hall, seasonal restaurant, dog park, playgrounds, sports fields, walking trails, and community activities. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to Lake Belwood, including a private boat launch for fishing, boating, and endless summer enjoyment. Located just 10 km east of Fergus, the community offers convenient access to Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton and the GTA while maintaining a peaceful resort-style atmosphere. With low monthly fees and remarkably low annual taxes, this move-in-ready home offers an affordable opportunity to enjoy year-round living in one of Ontario's most desirable recreational communities. **Please note, some photos have been virtually staged**
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Estimated monthly$1,481/mo
Mortgage (principal + interest)$1,450
Property taxFrom listing: $381/yr$32
Minimum $19,375 down for this price; the slider moves in whole percent, starting at 5%. Under 20% adds mortgage default insurance. Confirm with a lender.
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Estimated Budget
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Down payment20% of the list price$77,500
Ontario land transfer taxProvincial brackets, no first-time refund$4,288
Legal fees & disbursementsTypical range $1,800–$2,800$1,800
Home inspectionTypical range $500–$800$600
Title insuranceTypical range $300–$600$400
Cash needed at closingEstimate$84,588
First-time buyers can get up to $4,000 back on Ontario land transfer tax. Centre Wellington has no municipal land transfer tax (Toronto does).
Uses Ontario’s land transfer tax brackets and the down payment set in Monthly Cost. Legal, inspection and title-insurance figures are typical ranges, not quotes.
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