Townhouses For Sale in Finch, North Stormont

Countryside Acres and what's being built

The new townhomes in Finch's Countryside Acres subdivision are 2-storey units of roughly mid-size, with three bedrooms, an open-concept main floor with a kitchen island, an upstairs primary suite with walk-in closet and ensuite, and second-floor laundry. They come with an attached garage with inside entry and a full unfinished basement.

Lots are narrow and deep, typical of townhouse rows. The homes are heated by natural gas forced air with an air exchanger, and they're connected to municipal water and sanitary sewer. Appliances and air conditioning have not been included in some listings, so confirm what comes with the price.

Because the units are sold before construction, buyers can sometimes choose finishes, and some pick an end unit for its extra side windows. Ask what upgrades cost and when selection deadlines fall.

A village, not a suburb

Finch is a small farming village. Daily life is simple: a few local businesses, churches and community facilities, with farm fields at the edge of town. That quiet is the point for most buyers, but it means larger errands happen elsewhere.

Groceries, pharmacies and big-box shopping are usually a drive to Winchester, Cornwall or Ottawa's suburbs. Hospital care is generally at Winchester District Memorial Hospital or Cornwall Community Hospital.

The trade for that quiet is a strong sense of community. Village events, church suppers, minor hockey and the local fair are where neighbours meet, and new arrivals who join in tend to settle in quickly.

Pre-construction questions for a Finch townhome

• Is the builder registered with Tarion, and how are deposits protected?
• What's the expected closing date, and what are the delay provisions?
• Are air conditioning, appliances, driveway paving, sod and basement finishing included or extras?
• Is there rear lane access, and who maintains it?
• What's planned for future phases, and are parks or other amenities part of the plan?
• How will snow be cleared on narrow lots and any shared areas?

Get any verbal promises from the sales office written into the agreement.

Who a new Finch row suits

The new townhomes appeal to first-time buyers from the area who want a new home without moving to the city, young families who want a yard and a garage, and some buyers from Ottawa looking for a lower-cost new build. Some local downsizers also consider end units.

Because Finch has very little resale townhouse history, valuing these units is harder than in a city. Look at what similar new builds in nearby villages and towns are selling for, and think about your long-term plans before you buy.

End units usually draw extra interest because of their added windows and side yards, so expect them to carry a premium over interior units.

Getting to work from Finch

Finch is a rural village, so commuting means driving. County roads lead to Highway 138 and on to Highway 417 for Ottawa, or south to Cornwall and Highway 401. Winchester and Chesterville are close by to the west.

Test your commute at the times you'd actually drive, and do it in winter if you can. Blowing snow across open fields can slow trips a lot.