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Holy Trinity Anglican Church, a red brick landmark in the village of Burford

Homes for Sale in Burford

Burford is a small village west of Brantford where lots are bigger, streets are quieter and the countryside starts at the end of the road. Homes come up less often than in the city, so it helps to know what to look for when one does.

See 23 homesLiving in Burford

Homes for sale in and around Burford

23 active homes on the MLS® System, newest first

Listings here include the village and the surrounding Burford countryside, so you will see rural properties as well as village homes.

  • $1,090,000

    26 King Street

    Burford · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 1,445 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Royal LePage State Realty Inc.

  • $715,000

    8 Rutherford Street

    Burford · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,189 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Progressive Realty Group Inc.

  • $999,999

    166 King Street

    Burford · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 2,689 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Re/Max Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • $699,996

    56 Sixth Concession Road

    Burford · Detached

    • 2 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,026 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Seller's Choice Stockdale Realty Ltd.

  • Open house Sat, Nov 7

    $929,900

    360 Bishopsgate Road

    Burford · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 1,514 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Century 21 Heritage House Ltd

  • $799,999

    149 King Street

    Burford · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 2,371 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Royal LePage Brant Realty

  • $1,199,000

    139 Harley Road

    Harley · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 1,932 ft²

    Listing brokerage: One Percent Realty Ltd.

  • $745,000

    361 Robinson Road

    Burford · Land

      Listing brokerage: Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.

    • $2,385,000

      46A Sixth Concession Road

      Burford · Detached

      • 6 beds
      • 4 baths
      • 3,117 ft²

      Listing brokerage: Century 21 Heritage House Ltd

    What homes come up for sale in Burford?

    In the village, expect a mix: older homes along the main street, many dating from around the turn of the last century, post-war bungalows on side streets, and a handful of newer builds. Lots are often wide and deep, which appeals to buyers who want a garden, a garage workshop or room for kids to run.

    Outside the village, listings shift to country homes on an acre or more, hobby farms and working farms. These can be some of the most interesting properties in the county, but they come with more to check. Our Burford community page covers what village life is like.

    What should Burford buyers check on services and lots?

    Do not assume servicing from the address. Ask whether the home is on municipal water, a well, or a mix, and how wastewater is handled. If there is a septic system, get its age, permit and pumping history, and plan an inspection. On older village lots, a survey is worth having, because fences, sheds and driveways do not always sit where the boundaries are.

    For country properties, also check zoning before you plan a new shop or barn, and remember that a working farm next door may mean early tractors, spreading and seasonal smells. Ontario law protects normal farm practices, so those are part of country living rather than something a neighbour can stop. Our rural property guide has the full checklist.

    How does Burford compare with nearby areas?

    Burford sits between Brantford and the smaller hamlets to the south and west. If you want more of a town, Paris is about 15 minutes away. If you want even quieter, Scotland and Oakland are close by. We can help you compare all of them on the same day of showings.

    Community guideLiving in BurfordFarm-country village life a short drive west of Brantford.

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    How far is Burford from Brantford?

    Burford is roughly 8 kilometres west of Brantford along Highway 53, about a 10-minute drive to the city's west side in normal traffic. Paris is about 15 minutes away and Hamilton about 40. That makes Burford a practical choice for people who work in Brantford but want a village setting, a bigger lot and a little more distance from city traffic.

    Are Burford homes on municipal water and sewer?

    It varies by property. Some homes in the village are connected to municipal services, while many properties, especially outside the core, rely on a private well and septic system. Check the listing details, ask the seller for records, and confirm with the County of Brant. If the home has a septic system or well, make your offer conditional on inspecting and testing them.

    Why are lots bigger in Burford than in the city?

    Burford grew as a rural village rather than a planned suburb, and much of it predates modern subdivision design. Properties on private septic also need enough land for a leaching bed, which pushes lot sizes up. The result is that many Burford homes sit on wide, deep lots that would be rare in Brantford, often with mature trees and space for a large garden.

    What should I know about living next to a farm in Burford?

    Expect farm equipment on the roads, early mornings in planting and harvest season, and occasional odours from manure spreading. Ontario's Farming and Food Production Protection Act protects normal farm practices from nuisance complaints, so these are part of rural life. Visit the property at different times of day, and ask neighbours what the seasons are like before you commit.

    Are there newer homes for sale in Burford?

    Some. Burford has a smaller number of newer builds alongside its older housing, and occasionally a lot comes up where a buyer can build. Newer homes in a village setting are popular and do not come up often, so it helps to have a search set up in advance. We can alert you when homes that match your list come onto the market.

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