Owen Sound
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Location of Owen Sound
Located at the mouths of the Pottawatomi and Sydenham Rivers on an inlet of Georgian Bay; Owen Sound is a city of 21,000+ people. Someone should consider living in Owen Sound due to its vibrant community, easy access to the many natural wonders of the Bruce Peninsula and convenient location near Georgian Bay.
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Gateway to Nature
Owen Sound is the gateway to the Bruce Peninsula with easy access to incredible nature reserves.
Remote Region
2.5 hours to Toronto via country roads that can be dicey in the winter – Owen Sound can feel remote.
Art Scene
Owen Sound has a unique art scene with galleries & theatre offering an outlet for artists and art lovers alike.
Harsh Winters
Owen Sound has particularly harsh winters and road closures are commonplace during snowstorms.
Historic Charm
Owen Sound’s downtown and surrounding neighbourhoods consists of gorgeous historic buildings.
Transportation
Some people may find that the public transportation options in Owen Sound are limited, making it difficult to get around without a car.
Home Styles In Owen Sound
Owen Sound’s motto is literally ‘Where You Want to Live’… and they aren’t wrong. With an incredible harbour front, historic downtown, healthcare at your fingertips with the Owen Sound Hospital, plus easy access to the Bruce Peninsula’s endless trails and beaches… maybe you’ll be saying ‘This is Where I Want to Live!”
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Historic Homes
Owen Sound has a rich history reflected in its beautiful Century Homes – the subject of many Historic Walking Tours. You’ll find many unique historic homes with turrets, wrap around porches, and other fabulous architectural details.
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Single Family Homes
Owen Sound boasts a lot of lovely neighbourhoods with homes ranging in size and style from charming older homes to modern, newly constructed houses.
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Townhouses & Condos
Owen Sound has many townhouses for those seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle and community amenities.
Places of Interest
A meeting place in the east harbour of Owen Sound. Food made entirely from scratch, produced with local ingredients, paired with the best our area has to offer in craft beer – plus a great patio!
Homemade Mexican food bursting with flavour – their restaurant and patio transport you to a sunny paradise… and so do the Margaritas!
An ever changing line up of theatre productions, live music and community events, Owen Sound’s ROXY brings the entertainment!
Harrison Park is my go-to for a full day of fun with the kids, with more than 40 hectares of streams, trails, gardens, playgrounds, campgrounds, forest and green space in the heart of Owen Sound.