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The railway viaduct and the dam on the Grand River in Paris, Ontario

Homes for Sale in Paris, Ontario

Paris has two housing personalities: the hilly old town by the rivers, with brick and cobblestone homes that have stood for well over a century, and the newer subdivisions on the edges of town. Here is how to buy well in either one.

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Homes for sale in Paris

95 active homes on the MLS® System, newest first

  • $725,000

    92 Scenic Ridge Gate

    Paris · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 2,286 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Re/Max Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • $1,195,000

    10 Mcgovern Lane

    Paris · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 3,442 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Royal LePage Brant Realty

  • Open house Sun, Nov 8

    $649,900

    41 Griffiths Drive

    Paris · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,229 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Re/Max Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • $479,900

    47 Washington Street

    Paris · Detached

    • 2 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 864 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Re/Max Twin City Realty Inc

  • $1,044,900

    1 Herriot Street

    Paris · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 3,215 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Royal LePage Macro Realty

  • $899,900

    14 Masters Lane

    Paris · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,464 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Coldwell Banker Momentum Realty

  • Open house Sat, Nov 7

    $1,699,900

    302 German School Road

    Paris · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 2,449 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Re/Max Twin City Realty Inc

  • $879,000

    79 Harrisburg Road

    Paris · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,341 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Re/Max Twin City Realty Inc

  • Open house Sun, Nov 8

    $1,099,000

    16 Zavarella Court

    Paris · Detached

    • 5 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 2,350 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Real Broker Ontario Ltd.

What kinds of homes are for sale in Paris?

In the older parts of town you will find Victorian and Edwardian brick houses, modest worker cottages and the cobblestone homes Paris is known for, many on hilly streets that slope toward the rivers. Lots can be irregular, garages are often detached or missing, and no two houses are quite the same.

On the edges of town, newer subdivisions offer two-storey family homes, bungalow towns and townhouses with attached garages and modern layouts. They buy much like new homes anywhere, with warranty coverage and builder paperwork to understand. For the lifestyle side of the town, from the downtown to the trails, see our Paris community page and the living in Paris guide.

What should you check before buying an older Paris home?

Start with heritage status. Some Paris properties are designated under the Ontario Heritage Act or listed on the county's heritage register, which can affect what you change on the outside. Then look hard at the bones: stone and rubble foundations, original wiring, old plumbing and the mortar on a cobblestone or brick wall, which needs the right lime-based repair rather than modern cement.

If the house is near the Grand or the Nith, ask whether it sits in a floodplain or regulated area and what that means for insurance and future additions. Our home inspection red flags list applies just as much in Paris as in the city.

  • Heritage designation or listing, and what it covers
  • Foundation type and any signs of water
  • Wiring, plumbing and heating age
  • Masonry condition and past repairs
  • Floodplain or conservation authority regulation near the rivers

How does Brolly Group help Paris buyers?

Two of our agents, Peter Ligori and Matt Comeau, live in Paris, and Peter's background as a licensed electrician and in home construction is useful when an older house needs a closer look. We will walk through a property with you and help you decide what is charm and what is a project.

If Paris prices or inventory do not line up with what you need, nearby St. George and Burford are worth comparing, and our selling in Paris page helps if you need to sell first.

Community guideLiving in ParisA heritage river town where the Nith meets the Grand.

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Homes for Sale in Paris: your questions

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Are there heritage restrictions on homes in Paris, Ontario?

Some homes have them. Properties designated under the Ontario Heritage Act can need a heritage permit from the County of Brant before you change protected features such as windows, porches or masonry. Listed but not designated properties carry fewer restrictions, mainly around demolition. Your lawyer can check title, and the county can confirm a property's status before your offer goes firm.

Is it risky to buy a home near the river in Paris?

It depends on the property. Some riverside land falls within floodplain mapping or areas regulated by the Grand River Conservation Authority, which can limit additions and affect insurance. Many homes near the rivers sit well above the flood line. Check the conservation authority's mapping, ask the seller about any past water, and confirm insurance before you remove your conditions.

Is a cobblestone house in Paris hard to maintain?

Cobblestone walls are durable, but they need the right care. The mortar between the stones should be repaired with a compatible lime-based mix by a mason who knows heritage work, because hard modern cement can damage old stone. Ask the seller about past repointing and look for cracks or loose stones. Insurance and future renovations may also involve a little more planning.

Are there new homes for sale in Paris?

Yes. Newer subdivisions on the edges of Paris have added detached homes, townhouses and bungalow towns, and some homes are sold directly by builders. Buying new in Paris works like buying new anywhere in Ontario, with builder agreements, Tarion warranty coverage and a pre-delivery inspection. We can help you compare a new build with an older home closer to downtown.

Is Paris a realistic commute to Hamilton or Kitchener-Waterloo?

Many Paris residents make that commute. Highway 403 runs past the town toward Brantford and Hamilton, which is under 40 minutes away in normal traffic, and Cambridge and Kitchener-Waterloo are within reach to the north. Rush hour changes everything, so drive the route at the time you would actually travel before you commit to a house.

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