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What this listing tells us
Muskoka cottage with private dock and Lake of Bays access. Exceptional value in a sought-after location. Welcome to 1257 Paint Lake Road. An increasingly rare opportunity to own an affordable cottage with real waterfront use on one of Muskoka's most desirable lake systems. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage is ready to enjoy immediately, offering a warm, inviting interior with a WETT-certified wood-burning fireplace and a bright sunroom for added living and sleeping space. Set back from the road with a forested backdrop, it delivers privacy and a relaxed cottage feel. Your 58 feet of deeded shoreline just across the road features a clean, sandy-bottom entry and private dock, ideal for swimming, boating, and long summer days on the water. Paint Lake offers direct boating access into Lake of Bays, unlocking extended exploration, waterfront destinations, and full-day adventures. With year-round access on a municipally maintained paved road, plus a drilled well, septic system, and detached garage for storage, this property is both practical and easy to enjoy from day one. In a market where many options are water-access only, vacant land, or priced significantly higher, this property stands out as a smart entry into Muskoka ownership with immediate use and longterm upside. The lot also offers strong potential to expand or build a larger custom two-storey cottage, whether for personal use or as an investment rental, while still enjoying the existing structure today. Opportunities like this are limited. Secure your place in Muskoka paradise now and start making the most of the seasons ahead. If you're looking for a summer retreat, a family gathering place where cherished memories are made, or a property with future upside, this is your opportunity to step into Muskoka cottage living today, with the flexibility to grow into something more.
Cleaned for readability — original MLS® text was lightly de-abbreviated and decapitalized.
Listing, price, and tax history
Every previous listing of this property, every list-price change, and 5 years of estimated annual property tax — switch tabs to drill in.
| Date | Event | Status | Price | Change | MLS® | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2026 | ListedCurrent | For sale | $499,000 | — | X13222778 | This page |
| Mar 25, 2026 | Previously listed | Ter | $509,000 | — | X12921312 | View |
| Apr 29, 2025 | Previously listed | Exp | $509,900 | — | X12114172 | View |
| Jul 5, 2024 | Previously listed | Exp | $579,000 | — | X10436623 | View |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Previously listed | Exp | $599,000 | — | X10898404 | View |
Inside this property
Systems, finishes, room dimensions, and building information — pulled from the full MLS® feed.
Features & systems
Heating, cooling, parking, exterior, lot, possession, and more.
Systems
5- Heating
- Baseboard
- Air conditioning
- None
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Water source
Getting around, schools & the block
Walkability and transit, the nearest schools, an interactive map of the exact spot, and what's nearby.
Points of interest classified by the MLS® feed.
- Lake/Pond
- School Bus Route
- Waterfront
The money — monthly cost, mortgage & return
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Cost of ownership
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How this home sits in the Lake of Bays market
Live neighbourhood stats, the closed sales you'd negotiate against, and comparable active listings.
The Lake of Bays market right now
Average sold price, days on market, and closed-transaction count for Lake of Bays — sourced from MLS®.
- Avg sold price$1,058,833Last 30 days
- Median sold price$929,000Middle of the market
- Days on market80 dAvg from list to close
- Closed last 30d33MLS® transactions
We'll get you into 1257 Paint Lake Road — the seller pays our commission
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Property flags & disclosures
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Common questions about this property
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How much is 1257 Paint Lake Road listed for?
1257 Paint Lake Road is listed at $499,000 on the MLS® (listing X13222778). The price refreshes on Summitly within minutes of any MLS® change.
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