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The Lynn River flowing out to the Port Dover pier and lighthouse on Lake Erie

Homes for Sale in Port Dover

Port Dover is Norfolk County's beach town, with a working harbour, a walkable downtown and a steady pull for second-home buyers. Buying here means deciding between the older streets near the beach and the newer subdivisions further back, and knowing what a lake-town summer means for your street.

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Homes for sale in Port Dover

113 active homes on the MLS® System, newest first

  • $450,000

    49 Brown Street

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 2 beds
    • 1 bath
    • 709 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Coldwell Banker Momentum Realty

  • Open house Sat, Nov 7

    $1,850,000

    170 Prospect Street

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 1,950 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Coldwell Banker Momentum Realty

  • $1,849,500

    22 Ryerse Crescent

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 2,713 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Progressive Realty Group Inc.

  • $1,099,900

    135 New Lakeshore Road

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,611 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • $510,000

    536 St Andrew Street

    Port Dover · Semi-detached

    • 2 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 961 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Erie Shores Realty Inc. Brokerage

  • $889,000

    51 Schooner Drive

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 4 baths
    • 2,418 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Coldwell Banker Momentum Realty

  • Open house Sun, Nov 8

    $729,900

    138 Galinee Trail

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 3 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 1,324 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • Open house Sun, Nov 8

    $1,199,900

    46 Sea Breeze Drive

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 1,456 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • $395,000

    112 Richardson Drive, Unit 24

    Port Dover · Condo townhouse

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 635 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Erie Shores Realty Inc. Brokerage

  • $769,900

    225 Dover Avenue

    Port Dover · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 1,302 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Escarpment Realty Inc.

  • $549,900

    16 Pheasant Trail

    Port Dover · Semi-detached

    • 3 beds
    • 2 baths
    • 1,184 ft²

    Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Erie Shores Realty Inc. Brokerage

What homes are for sale in Port Dover?

Close to the beach and downtown, you will find older homes and cottages, some modest and some fully renovated, often on small lots on streets that fill up in summer. Further from the water, newer subdivisions offer bungalows, two-storey homes and townhomes with garages and modern layouts, popular with retirees and families. Around town, rural properties add acreage to the mix.

Second-home buyers are a big part of Port Dover's market, which shapes what sells and how homes are used. For the lifestyle side of the town, see our Port Dover community page and the living in Port Dover guide.

What should you check on a Port Dover home near the lake?

Ask whether a cottage is winterized and how it is heated, insulated and supplied with water. For homes on or near the shoreline, ask about flooding and erosion history, existing shoreline protection and any Long Point Region Conservation Authority permits. Insurance quotes are worth getting before you firm up a deal.

Think about the street, too. Homes near the beach and Main Street are lively in summer and very busy on Friday the 13th motorcycle rally days. Some buyers love that energy; others prefer the quieter subdivisions a few minutes away.

  • Winterization: insulation, heat, water lines
  • Shoreline history, protection and permits
  • Insurance availability and cost
  • Summer traffic and parking on the street
  • Short-term rental rules if you plan to rent

Buying a second home or rental in Port Dover?

If you plan to rent the property when you are not using it, confirm Norfolk County's short-term rental rules before you buy, and check any condo rules that apply. Financing a second home or a seasonal property can work differently from a principal residence, so talk to a lender early.

Compare Port Dover with Turkey Point for a more cottage-focused setting, or Simcoe for year-round services. Our Norfolk County selling page helps if you are trading one lake property for another.

Community guideLiving in Port DoverA beach town with a working harbour on Lake Erie.

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Are Port Dover cottages winterized?

It varies from one cottage to the next. Many older cottages near the beach have been converted into year-round homes, while others still lack insulation, year-round heating or frost-protected plumbing. Ask the seller directly, look at the heating system and water lines during your showing, and get an inspection. A non-winterized cottage can also be harder to finance and insure.

Can I rent my Port Dover home as a short-term rental?

It may be possible, but Norfolk County regulates short-term rental accommodations and may require a licence and inspections. Condo corporations can also prohibit or limit short stays. Check the rules with the county before you buy, ask the seller for records of any past licence and bookings, and do not rely on rental income until you have confirmed it is allowed.

How does the Friday the 13th rally affect homeowners in Port Dover?

On Friday the 13th, Port Dover hosts a large motorcycle rally that brings big crowds downtown and near the beach. Streets close to Main Street see heavy traffic and noise that day. Many residents enjoy it, while some homeowners near downtown plan around it. If you are buying close to the centre, ask neighbours what rally days are like.

What should I know about buying waterfront in Port Dover?

Lake Erie water levels change over time, and shoreline properties can face erosion and flooding. Work near the water usually needs a permit from the Long Point Region Conservation Authority. Ask the seller about past water, existing shoreline protection and permits, and get insurance quotes before your offer goes firm. A survey helps confirm exactly where the property ends.

How far is Port Dover from Brantford and Hamilton?

Port Dover is just under an hour south of Brantford, depending on the route, and about 45 minutes from Hamilton via Highway 6. Simcoe is about 15 minutes away for the hospital and other county services. Many Port Dover buyers are retirees or second-home owners, while others commute north for work during the week.

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