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Timiskaming District

Englehart Real Estate

Affordable northern living on the Blanche River

~1,500
Population
~$175K
Avg Home Price
Town
Municipality Type
Timiskaming
Region

Englehart sits at the heart of Timiskaming District, a compact service town where the Blanche River curves through spruce and birch country. Founded when the Temiskaming and Northern Ontario Railway arrived in the early 1900s, Englehart became a supply depot for the mining and agricultural communities scattered across the Little Clay Belt. Today it plays the same quiet essential role — the town where surrounding communities come to shop, visit the hospital, and load up before heading deeper into the bush.

For buyers seeking genuinely affordable Ontario real estate, Englehart is hard to beat. Detached homes on full lots trade for well under $200,000, and the snowmobile trail network, Blanche River fishing, and ATV routes out the back door make weekends feel like a permanent vacation. It's a town that doesn't try to be anything other than what it is — and that honesty is increasingly rare.

Detached Homes

Full lots on quiet residential streets. Older bungalows and two-storeys with mature trees, garages, and room for snowmobile storage — priced for real people.

~$140K–$210K

Hobby Farms & Acreages

Little Clay Belt land surrounds Englehart — fertile, flat, and remarkably affordable. Small farms and rural properties for those wanting space without the premium.

~$180K–$350K

Commercial & Investment

Main Street storefronts, service properties, and mixed-use buildings serving a stable regional trade area. Low entry, consistent local demand.

~$120K–$280K

Englehart Real Estate — FAQ

What is the average home price in Englehart?
Homes in Englehart average around $175,000 — among Ontario's lowest price points for a full-service town with hospital, grocery, and school access.
What is Englehart known for?
Englehart is the service hub for Timiskaming District — hospital, shopping, and government services for surrounding communities. The Blanche River offers excellent fishing and the regional trail network is extensive for snowmobiling and ATVing.
Is Englehart a good place to retire?
For outdoors-focused retirees on a budget, yes. The Englehart District Hospital, low property costs, and proximity to nature make it attractive to those leaving pricier southern Ontario markets.
How far is Englehart from larger cities?
Englehart is about 100 km north of New Liskeard and 150 km from Kirkland Lake. Timmins is roughly 200 km northwest. It's genuinely remote — that's part of the appeal.
What outdoor recreation is available near Englehart?
Blanche River fishing (walleye, pike), snowmobile trail connections to the provincial network, ATV routes, and hunting are the main draws. Lake Timiskaming is about 45 minutes south.
Does Ontario's Land Transfer Tax apply in Englehart?
Yes. Ontario's provincial LTT applies: 0.5% on the first $55,000; 1.0% on $55,001–$250,000; 1.5% on $250,001–$400,000. On a $175,000 purchase that's roughly $1,450. There is no municipal LTT in Englehart. First-time buyers may claim the provincial rebate of up to $4,000.
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