Picture weekends exploring the nearby waterfront, biking along the trail, or relaxing on your own deck after a day by the lake. Welcome to 297 Porter Street - a bright, comfortable semi-detached home in Oshawa's Lakeview neighbourhood, a community close to the waterfront and full of potential.This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers great value for young families, first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone ready to move from condo living to a house near the water. At approximately 1,285 sq ft above grade, it offers more space than many homes in the area, along with the convenience of a main floor powder room. Originally designed as a 4-bedroom home, it now features three bedrooms, with one converted to create a spacious primary retreat - and it could easily be converted back if you need the extra room.Inside, natural light fills every corner, highlighting a practical layout with no carpet anywhere and plenty of room to personalize. Freshly painted throughout, the home feels clean and move-in ready. Newly installed heat pumps provide efficient heating and air conditioning for year-round climate control. The finished basement includes a true separate side entrance and a 3-pc bathroom, offering flexible space for extended family, guests, or a quiet home office.With both front and back decks, there's space to unwind outdoors, garden, or entertain friends - a great setup for everyday living. The Lakeview community is known for its friendly atmosphere, open green spaces, and proximity to Lakeview Park, the waterfront trail, and the beach. Nearby amenities include the Oshawa Centre - Durham Region's largest shopping destination - grocery stores, restaurants, and Lakeridge Health Oshawa, a full-service regional hospital. Quick access to Highway 401 and GO Transit makes commuting simple.A well-maintained home that's easy to live in and easy to love - with flexible space, modern comfort, and solid value in today's market.
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Semi-Detached
Home Style:
2-Storey
Approx. Age:
31-50
Total Approx Floor Area:
1100-1500
Lot Size:
<.50
Lot Depth:
110'33.5 m
Lot Frontage:
27'6"8.38 m
Direction Faces:
South
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
3.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
8
Rooms Below Grade:
4
Heating type:
Heat Pump
Heating Fuel:
Electric
Foundation:
Block
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Separate Entrance, Finished
Fireplace/Stove:
No
Garage:
None
Garage Spaces:
0.0
Parking Features:
Private
Parking Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
2.0
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
Immediate/Flex
Pool:
None
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$3,704.47 /
2025
Assessment:
$- /
-
Durham
Oshawa
Lakeview
Fenced Yard, Hospital, Lake/Pond, Public Transit, School
Carpet Free, In-Law Capability, Separate Hydro Meter, Storage, Water Heater, Water Meter
Deck, Porch, Year Round Living
Hot Water Tank at $20.98/month
Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer (all in as-is condition)
Brick, Shingle
Hard/Low Nap Floors
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Kitchen
18'4"5.59 m × 7'8"2.34 m
Large Window, Pantry, W/O To Deck
Main
Living Room
15'1"4.60 m × 14'10Âľ"4.54 m
Large Window, Laminate, Open Concept
Second
Bedroom 2
11'11"3.63 m × 8'5"2.57 m
Laminate, Large Window
Second
Bedroom 3
11'10½"3.62 m × 9'10½"3.01 m
Laminate, Large Window
Basement
Recreation
14'10Âľ"4.54 m × 14'5"4.39 m
Laminate
Basement
Office
14'5ÂĽ"4.40 m × 8'3ÂĽ"2.52 m
Laminate
Basement
Laundry
8'6"2.59 m × 6'½"1.84 m
Window
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Main
No
2
4'11" x 5'1" 2 Pc Bath
Main
No
2
4'11" x 5'1" 2 Pc Bath, His and Hers Closets, Large Window
Data was last updated December 5, 2025 at 06:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
18
Avg list price:
$676,900
Min list price:
$574,900
Max list price:
$1,849,000
Avg days on market:
32
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
224
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type
and located in
Lakeview. Average values are
derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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