Welcome to Firefly Cottage! Tucked along a peaceful stretch of the Rideau River, just minutes from historic Merrickville and Smiths Falls, this stunning 2017-built, log and cedar, three season cottage offers the ultimate turnkey escape. Featuring approximately 115 feet of west-facing waterfront for spectacular sunsets and backing onto private Crown Land, the property is an exclusive spot to relax and unwind. The great room offers a vaulted ceiling with a cozy wood stove installed in (2021). The bright sunroom has panoramic water views and double doors to separate the spaces. The bathroom with new shower, vanity and tiled floor (2025) offers modern convenience with the same beautiful design feel. There are two bedrooms that can remain fully furnished with the possibility of a third in the separate powered shed/bunkie. A 10x10 floating dock, and an artesian well system also come with the property. This nature lovers retreat offers an effortless, low-maintenance slice of paradise on the historic Rideau water system. This is a spot for lazy afternoons, canoe rides and bonfires under the stars. Whether you're fishing or simply relaxing by the shore under the canopy of cedars, you will love the tranquility of this riverfront retreat. Private road, maintenance is approx $200/year for spring and fall grading.
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, about 700 sq ft, works out to roughly $713 per square foot. Chat with Zara if you'd like a deeper read on whether this detached fits your budget and timing.
Inside 388 Cottage Rd
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Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Living space
700-1100 sq ftas stated on the listing
Parking
4 spaces
Basement
None
Features & systems
Parking & garage
Parking spaces
4
Interior
Basement
None
Lot & land
Lot size (sqft)
0
Listing & possession
Property style
Bungalow
Property class
Detached
388 Cottage Rd Price & Sale History
Earlier listings of this property, list-price changes, and the most recent annual property tax on the listing.
For saleListedThis listingMLS® X13521616$499,000
Sourced from MLS®. Includes earlier listings of this property on record.
What's it worth?
How 388 Cottage Rd Compares to the Montague Market
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Estimated monthly payment
$2,451
/mo
based on the purchase price of $499,000
$99,800 cash
$399,200 financed
$336,231 total interest
Principal54%$399,200
Interest46%$336,231
20% down · 25-yr amortization · 5.50% rate. Principal & interest only — taxes, condo fees, and insurance not included.
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Similar homes for sale nearby in Montague
Other 3–4 bed homes for sale in Montague around $499K.
Average days on market68Homes sold in about 68 days on average.
Sale-to-list ratio95.8%On average, homes sold below asking.
Active listings37Homes for sale here right now.
Median vs prior 90 days+28.5%Compared with May 11 – Aug 9, 2026: prices up.
Based on 24 sales from Aug 9 – Nov 7, 2026 (21 in the prior 90 days). Aggregate MLS® figures for closed sales; individual sold prices are shown only to signed-in members.
Questions About 388 Cottage Rd
How much is 388 Cottage Rd listed for?
388 Cottage Rd is listed at $499,000 (MLS® X13521616). Summitly updates the price as soon as the MLS® record changes.
Is $499,000 a good price for 388 Cottage Rd?
Summitly rates it Well Above Market: the asking price is 15% or more above Zara's estimate, an estimate built from recent sales in Montague. The rating is an automated opinion, not an appraisal; "What's it worth?" on this page shows how it is worked out. See Zara's estimate
Has the price of 388 Cottage Rd changed?
No — 388 Cottage Rd is still listed at its original asking price of $499,000.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 388 Cottage Rd have?
388 Cottage Rd has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with about 700–1,100 square feet of living space. It is a detached home in Montague.
How much would the monthly mortgage be on 388 Cottage Rd?
About $2,451 a month — principal and interest on $499,000 with 20% down ($99,800), a 25-year amortization and an assumed 5.5% interest rate. The mortgage calculator on this page lets you change the down payment, amortization and rate.
How does 388 Cottage Rd compare with other homes in Montague?
Its asking price of $499,000 is about 22% below the median sold price in Montague over the last 90 days, $636,000, across 24 closed sales on the TRREB MLS®. A city median mixes every type and size of home, so the comparable sales on this page are the closer guide.
Has 388 Cottage Rd been sold before?
Summitly has no earlier MLS® sale or lease of 388 Cottage Rd on record from the last two years. Older records aren't shown under TRREB rules.
Where is 388 Cottage Rd?
388 Cottage Rd is in Montague, ON. Schools, transit, parks and shops nearby are under Location & lifestyle on this page.
How long has 388 Cottage Rd been on the market?
127 days — 388 Cottage Rd was listed on July 3, 2026.
What is the price per square foot of 388 Cottage Rd?
About $454 to $713 per square foot: the asking price of $499,000 over the 700–1,100 sq ft the listing gives as its size range.
Does 388 Cottage Rd have parking or a garage?
Yes — the listing gives 4 parking spaces.
Does 388 Cottage Rd have a basement, and is it finished?