Oshawa, ON Homes with Basement For Sale
Homes with Basement For Sale In Oshawa, ON
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Houses For Sale in Oshawa with Basement Apartments
Homes in Oshawa with basement apartments are more common than you might think and feel like they’re becoming more and more usual as homeowners retrofit and renovate the basements of their properties to suit a variety of needs. With an aging population, seniors having lived independently for most of their adult lives are moving in with their adult children. As seniors age, they still desire their independence by having their own separate living space while still being in close proximity to their children and grandchildren.
First time buyers and downsizers looking for some mortgage relief or additional income tend to take on a basement tenant to help with their monthly housing expenses. And pure property investors, very much like the first time buyer or downsizer want to maximize their earning and profit potential by renting out the main floor of a house separately from renting out the basement.
Some of the most important characteristics of houses with basement apartments include:
- A separate entrance directly to the basement.
- One, two and sometimes more bedrooms.
- A living room.
- A full sized kitchen.
- A full sized bathroom.
- Sometimes access to the backyard.
- Separate hydro meters.
- Separate laundry facilities.
Location location location
As a potential property owner you’re in luck because houses for sale in Oshawa with basement apartments are scattered throughout the whole City. As a landlord, whether you’re looking to rent to students near Durham College, or rent to families, couples, or individuals in the downtown core, near Lake Ontario or the highway, the City of Oshawa has a location that is suitable for you!
Types of homes with basement apartments
Over the years, the most popular type of home with a basement apartment is the bungalow, raised bungalow, and bungaloft. Many of these types of homes were built in the middle of the 20th century and became popular for basement apartments because this style of home was already built with a separate side entrance. For example, the owners can live on the main floor of the bungalow while renting the basement apartment to a tenant.
Two-storey detached and semi-detached homes sometimes come or are renovated with their own separate entrances as well and are called in-law suites. They have many of the same characteristics as their bungalow counterparts with a focus of having family members living in a basement apartment rather than a tenant.
How to make a basement legal
You may have heard the term “legal basement apartment”. This refers to a basement retrofit and renovation requirement following strict Ontario government rules and guidelines regarding such things as fireproof doors, large basement windows for easier escape during an emergency, as well as many other specifications. Some homeowners invest their time and money into creating a legal basement suite as well because they know they can be rented to a tenant at a premium price.
For more information about how to construct a legal unit in your home, please visit the government website at https://www.ontario.ca/page/add-second-unit-your-house
Homes with Basement for sale in Oshawa, ON
Amazing Opportunity W/ Income Potential, Legal Apartment. In this Home, You Find the Perfect Balance of Elegance, Warmth, Style, and Everyday Functionality. Front Living...
- 4 Beds
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Beautifully Renovated Detached Brick Bungalow With Incredible Versatility! Welcome to this stylishly updated home offering modern finishes, a functional layout, and excep...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- E13606598 MLS
Discover this beautifully maintained and move-in-ready home, offering the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, versatility, and everyday convenience in a desira...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- E13604568 MLS
Discover an exceptional opportunity in a sought-after neighbourhood with great schools, parks, and amenities nearby! This versatile property is priced to reflect its pote...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- E13603832 MLS
Welcome to 127 Gibbons Street, a beautifully crafted bungalow by Holland Homes that combines modern design, spacious living, and outstanding versatility. Offering approxi...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- E13602120 MLS
Absolutely Stunning, Beautifully Renovated. Move-In Ready Detached Home on a Premium 62' x 121' Lot with a Large In-Ground Swimming Pool! Welcome to this beautifully main...
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- E13599318 MLS
Bright & Spacious 4+2 Bedroom, 3+1 Bathroom Home with a Finished Basement Apartment!Welcome to this beautiful and well-maintained home featuring soaring 9-foot ceilings, ...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- E13598756 MLS
This beautiful 4+4 bedroom bungaloft is nestled in a family-friendly neighbourhood just minutes from major highways, offering the perfect blend of convenience and serenit...
- 8 Beds
- 5 Baths
- E13598484 MLS
Stunning TWO (2) unit basement with 3+2 bedroom, 4-bath detached bungalow in the heart of Oshawa is a true masterpiece! Recently fully renovated in 2026, this home boasts...
- 5 Beds
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- E13598264 MLS
Welcome to 271 Fleetwood Dr, Oshawa. This Beautiful Detached Home With Stone & Stucco Elevation Sits Right Across the Park With No Side Walk. Home Boosts 2552 sqft of Lux...
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- E13597558 MLS
Welcome to this beautifully updated detached home in Oshawa's sought-after Taunton community, offering 4+2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and an exceptional layout designed for t...
- 6 Beds
- 4 Baths
- E13596658 MLS
Great oportunity for Investors & First time buyers, Home features, Two Hydro meter, Two Furnaces. Spaciouse Walk Out Basement with(2+1) beds, Kitchen & Oversized, Above...
- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- E13579858 MLS
RARE 4-bedroom detached home with finished walk-up basement apartment in Oshawa's highly sought-after Samac community! Offering approximately 3,000 sq ft of finished livi...
- 5 Beds
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- E13578954 MLS
Rare opportunity at 51 Nassau St in Oshawa. This versatile two-storey property features four rental units, offering excellent income potential in a high-demand area. Idea...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- E13572086 MLS
Welcome to 23 Westmoreland Ave., a distinguished detached home in a high-scale neighbourhood. with high-ranking schools. Situated on a safe, quiet street that ends at a s...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- E13571224 MLS
195 Park Rd S, Oshawa - Vanier ...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- E13567196 MLS
Exceptional opportunity to own a spacious, upgraded detached bungalow in the highly sought after Centennial neighbourhood of Oshawa. Situated on an oversized lot 66.06 x ...
- 7 Beds
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- E13564026 MLS
Welcome to 163 Durham Street in Oshawa. Location, location, location!!! Fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers, investors or downsizers looking to get into market an...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- E13561580 MLS
RAVINE LOT WITH FINISHED WALK-OUT BASEMENT! Beautiful all-brick 4+2 bedroom home backing onto Harmony Valley Conservation with tree-lined ravine views on two sides and no...
- 6 Beds
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- E13561510 MLS
***Legal Basement Apartment*** Welcome To 1408 Aldergrove Court! Nestled On A Premium Cul-De-Sac Lot, This Stunning 4+2 Bed/5-Bath Home Offers The Perfect Blend Of Contem...
- 6 Beds
- 5 Baths
- E13560014 MLS