Scugog presents a compelling blend of rural atmosphere and accessible urban conveniences, attracting a growing number of Homebuyers.
This Township, with its scenic landscapes and welcoming spirit, offers a desirable alternative to the fast pace of city life.
A Diverse and Growing Community: Scugog welcomes a varied population, from established families to young professionals seeking a change of pace. The Township is experiencing measured growth, drawing those who prioritize a balanced lifestyle without losing access to modern amenities. This growth supports a robust local economy and a range of housing options.
A Rich History and Heritage: Scugog’s past is woven into the fabric of its Towns and Villages. Explore local Museums and Historical Sites to understand the Area’s Heritage. This historical context provides a unique dimension to the Community, appealing to those who appreciate a connection to the past.
Strategic Location and Easy Commute: Scugog’s convenient location provides access to major Highways and nearby urban centers. The commute to the GTA and surrounding areas is manageable, making it an attractive option for those working in the city but preferring a relaxed home setting. This accessibility is a key advantage for many considering Scugog.
A Place to Call Home: Scugog offers a variety of housing styles to meet diverse needs and budgets. From established country properties, rustic Cottages, year round Waterfront Homes to newer developments, there’s a fit for every preference. Explore the real estate market in Scugog and find the ideal place to begin your next chapter.
The median home price is $ 947,000.
Closed sale prices range from $ 650,000 to $ 2,500,000 or more.
| Average Sale Price - detached | $ 1,073,564. |
| Median Sale Price | $ 1,072,500. |
| Active Listings | 74 |
| Days on the Market | 32 |
| Sold | 14 |
| Population (2021) | 21,617 |
| Density (pr. sq. km) | 45.5 |
| Average Age of Residents | 45.8 |
| Median Age of Residents | 49.2 |
| # of Households | 7360 |
| # of Households with Children | 2690 |
| Education | 6170 College/University Degree 3735 Bachelor Degree or higher |
| Average Income of Residents (2020) | $ 79,500 |
| Median Income of Residents (2020) | $ 70,000 |
The Region of Scugog consists of primarily single detached family homes. The average size of most homes is 3-4 bedrooms and 2 baths.
Age of Homes:
Built before 1970: 2950
Built 1971 – 1990: 2830
Built 1991 – 2010: 2055
Built 2011 – 2021: 410
Since 2021 quite a number of new homes have been built and more are in the process of being built.
Scugog offers a dynamic mix of engaging Activities and scenic Landscapes, appealing to those seeking a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Conveniently situated just north of Oshawa on the shores of Lake Scugog, the Township provides easy access to urban centers while maintaining a distinct rural character.
Waterfront Recreation and Natural Spaces: Lake Scugog is a central feature, providing abundant opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and enjoying the waterfront. Numerous Parks and Trails offer scenic routes for Hiking, Biking, and appreciating the natural environment. This focus on outdoor recreation is a significant draw for those seeking an active lifestyle and waterfront living in Scugog.
A Vibrant Community Hub: The Township, particularly the Town of Port Perry, boasts an enthusiastic and engaged population. High participation in local Events contribute to a strong sense of Community. This is a key factor for families seeking a close-knit Community in Scugog.
Entertainment and Local Businesses: The Blue Heron Casino attracts many visitors, adding to the area’s entertainment options. Port Perry’s downtown features unique Boutique Shops and excellent Restaurants, offering diverse shopping and dining experiences. This vibrant local business scene offers convenient local shopping in Scugog.
Family-Focused Living: Many younger families have chosen Scugog as their home, seeking a safer, smaller-Town atmosphere to raise their children while maintaining their careers in the GTA. This trend highlights Scugog as a desirable location for families relocating to Scugog. The availability of larger property sizes and rural homes further enhances its appeal to this demographic.
Convenient Commuting and Accessibility: Scugog’s proximity to Oshawa & GTA ensures easy access to urban amenities and provides reasonable commuting distances for those working in the GTA. This balance of rural living and urban accessibility is a key advantage for those seeking easy commute to GTA from Scugog.
Scugog Arts – 175 B Queen St., Port Perry
Kent Farndale Gallery – 231 Water St., Port Perry
Town Hall Theatre – 302 Queen St., Port Perry
Scugog Shores Museum Village – 16210 Island Rd, Scugog
Theatre on the Ridge – 11811 Old Scugog Rd., Blackstock
Meta 4 Gallery – 200 Queen St., Port Perry
Town Hall 1873 – 302 Queen St., Port Perry
Aug 31st – Live Music – 12pm – 4pm – Applewood Farm & Winery – 2055 Saintfield Rd., Port Perry
*please note – not all events/dates are available – list will be updated as events/dates are announced. Some events not suitable for children.
For some events, reservations are recommended.
There is something for everyone here – adult communities, family neighborhoods, waterfront properties, shopping, dining, boating, lawn bowling, pickle ball, rowing, soccer, tennis, lacrosse, softball, slo pitch, trails, painting, singing, theatre, gardening, exercise, community events, swimming, snowmobiling, fishing and so much more – almost every pursuit or interest a person might have exists here, with small town charm to elevate the experience.
Marwan’s Global Bistro – 187 Queen St.
Foundry Kitchen Bar – 56 Water St.
The Piano Inn & Cafe – 217 Queen St.
Old Flame Brewing Company – 135 Perry St.
Boathouse Grill – 250 Water St.
Bamboo Kitchen & Bar – 155 Queen St.
Ciao Bella – 150 Water St.
Jesters Court – 279 Queen St.
Saffron Eatery – 151 Queen St.
The Port Social – 189 Queen St.
Pickles & Olives Bistro – 110 Water St.
Haugen’s Chicken & Ribs – 13801 Hiway 7 & 12
Colonel Mustard’s Pub & Grill – 15 Water St.
Louie’s Cafe & Desserts – 94A Water St.
Hanks Pastries – 204 Queen St.
Tribal Voices – 158 Queen St.
Village Decor Shoppe – 154 Queen St.
The Wee Tartan Shop – 177 Queen St.
Luke’s for Home – 207 Queen St.
Books Galore – 175 Perry St.
The Nutty Chocolatier – 182 Queen St.
Port Perry’s Vintage Market – 1894 Scugog St.
Brittany N Bros Shoe Store – 241 Queen St.
Modella Ladies Wear – 191 Queen St.
Brocks on Foot – 168 Queen St.
Eclectic Elements – 242 Queen St.
Lime Canary – 160 Queen St.
Plum Loco Clothing – 239 Queen St.
Adorn Fine Furnishings – 235 Queen St.
Port Olive Oil Co. – 118 Water St.
Kelly’s on Queen – 249 Queen St.
The Cove Collective – 239 Queen St. (back entrance)
Caviar & Cobwebs Antiques – 242 Queen St.
Willow Books – 239 Queen St.
Carreira Mens Wear – 227 Queen St.
Herrington’s Quality Butchers – 251 Queen St.
Redman’s Antique Barn – 15751 Island Rd.
Low’s Furniture – 199 Queen St.
Eduardo’s Fine Foods – 268 Queen St.
Panorama – 183 Queen St.
Brocks Department Store – 168 Queen St.
The Local Market – 52 Water St.
The Port Cheese Co. – 203 Queen St.
Pantry Shelf Bakery – 172 Water St.
Trading Post Quality Foods – 1920 Whitfield Rd.
Farm to Table
Ocala Winery – 971 Highland Rd
Applewood Farm Winery
Ashton Maple Products
Durham Farm Fresh
Forsythe Family Farms
Herrington’s Quality Butcher
Hoekstra Farms
Nature’s Bounty Farm
Puckrin’s Farm Market
Swain Farm Fresh Beef
Willowtree Farm
Spademan Tree Farm
Otter Greenhouses
Rotary Environmental Park – 1 Old Rail Trail, Port Perry
Reflection Park – 273 Queen St., Port Perry
Poplar Park – between 61 & 69 Ash St., Port Perry
Herbert A Bruce Park – west of Greenway Blvd., Port Perry
Baagwating Park – NE corner of Curtis & Water St., Port Perry
Apple Valley Park – between 9 & 11 Orchard Rd., Port Perry
Kinsmen Beach – Palmer Park, Port Perry
Lake Scugog Beach Park – Caesarea
Cartwright Peach Park – Caesarea
Beacon Marine – 3 Marina Drive, Caesarea
Goreski’s Landing – 225 Platten Blvd, Port Perry
Port Perry Marina – 215 Water St., Port Perry
Scugog Island Marina – 495 Carnegie Beach Rd, Scugog
Westshore Marina – 2175 Whitfield Rd, Scugog
Port Perry Municipal Ramp – Old Rail Line, Port Perry
Goreski’s Lakeside Recreation – 225 Platten Blvd, Scugog
Caesarea Municipal Ramp – Pier St., Caesarea
Scugog Island Crown Land – north end of Scugog Island
Palmer Park – 175 Water St., Port Perry – waterfront, splash pad, picnic area, walk to downtown
Crow’s Pass Conservation Area – top of Oak Ridges Moraine – 231 Middle March Rd -birdwatching, hiking
Nonquon Wildlife Area – 1710 Scugog Line 10 – 2800 acres of public land, trails, not maintained
Scugog Island Crown Land – camping, no facilities, carry in, carry out
Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area – 4531 Boundary Rd., Nestleton Station – horseback riding, birding, snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling, picnic, hiking
Beaver River Wetland Conservation Area – Black Junction – 555 Blackwater Rd – 1300 hectares between Cannington & Uxbridge – 34km groomed trails, hike, walk, horseback riding, sledding
Oak Ridge Golf Club – 35 Lauren Rd
Sandbaggerz – 1960 Scugog Line 4 – driving range, mini putt
Summerlea Golf Club – 10500 Russell Road
Sunnybrae Golf Club – 1430 King St., Prince Albert
Wolf Run Golf Club – 51 Golf Course Rd., Janetville
Scugog Community Recreation Centre – 1655 Reach St., Port Perry – ball diamonds, skateboard park
Blackstock Recreation Centre
Birdseye Pool – 254 Water St., Port Perry – heated, outdoor pool, lap & leisure pool – June to August
Scugog Verulam Community Centre
Scugog Fields – 16700 Old Simcoe Rd – soccer, football
Perry Glen Park – between 88 & 90 Chester Crescent, Port Perry – ball diamonds|
Seagrave Park – ball diamonds
Cartwright Sports Fields – ball diamonds, soccer
Ianson Park – ball diamond
Port Perry Waterfront Trail – 5km – from Highway 7, along waterfront to Scugog Line 8
Canterbury Common Loop Trail – 2.4 km
Rotary Environmental Park Trail – 1.5 km, starts at Rowing Clubhouse
Birdseye Nature Walk – 1 km between Marina & Library
Millenium Trail – 1.5 km – Palmer Park to Water St.
Victorian Village Loop – 1 km – off of Union St to Ash St
Dr Bruce Park Loop – 2 km – enter at Oddfellows Hall
Crow’s Pass – 3 km
Durham East Cross Forest Rail – 7 km – 4560 Dewitt’s Rd
R. H. Cornish Public School
S. A. Cawler Public School
Prince Albert Public School
Cartwright Central Public School
Greenbank Public School
Good Shepherd Catholic Elementary School
Port Perry Secondary School
Bussed out of area
Dogwood Forest – 620 Scugog Line 4
Scugog Nature School – 19400 St. Christopher Beach, Nestleton
Scugog Memorial Public Library – 231 Water St., Port Perry
Lakeridge Health Port Perry Hospital – 451 Paxton St., Port Perry
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