Looking for the charm of yesteryear? This wonderful heritage home built in 1846 sits in the heart of Thornhill's quaint historic village. Lovingly restored, it blends timeless character with modern comfort. Behind its charming white picket fence, the 1.5 storey residence features classic clapboard and board-and-batten siding with a cedar shake roof. Discover the generous main floor offering living and dining open combination + the family room. Two additional rooms on the main floor allows for a den and optional primary bedroom. There are 2 separate staircases leading to second-floor laundry, and 2 bedrooms + 3 piece bath. Entire home professionally restored by architect B. Napier Simpson Jr., preserving its original warmth and detail while introducing thoughtful required modern updates. Fully modernized with 200-amp electrical service, central gas heating, and air conditioning. The fenced backyard bursts with colourful gardens, creating a private, picturesque retreat. A double detached garage adds convenience, with access to the back patio and kitchen side door. The Red Cottage delivers today's comfort without sacrificing its heritage charm. Rich in history and surrounded by a walkable boutique neighbourhood of specialty shops, cafés, and transit, this is a rare opportunity to own a cherished piece of Thornhill's past-beautifully adapted for modern living.
For sale
C$1,488,000
14 Colborne St, Markham, ON L3T 1Z6
4beds
2baths
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
5,635 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
C$--/sqft
C$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 04, 2025 at 09:40am
Listed by:
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY CENTRES
Source: TRREB,MLS®#: N12491352
Originating MLS®#: Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Instant Hot Water
Features
- Primary Bedroom - Main Floor
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Living area range: 1500-2000 null
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Private Double, Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 5,635 Square Feet
- Features: Fenced Yard, Library, Public Transit, Golf, Cul de Sac/Dead End, Place Of Worship
Details
- Parcel number: 030250570
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Perimeter Wall, Slab, Concrete
- Roof: Cedar,Shingle
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Markham
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: C$7,549
- Date on market: 10/30/2025
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Neighborhood: Thornhill
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