Port Colborne

Port Colborne Homes set on the Canadian shores of Lake Erie in Ontario, the well-established Port Colborne community lies at the southern end of the Welland Canal.  Port Colborne real estate is part of the mineral rich area of Ontario.  Settlers arrived in the early 1800s and Port Colborne is home to over 18,000 residents.  The city’s motto is “Gateway to Navigation.”

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Architecture in the Port Colborne real estate market incorporates many lakefront home and cottage styles popular over the decades.  Plenty of Victorian styles are in the mix.  Beach properties and homes near the canal and close to the Marina may carry higher price tags.  Each neighborhood has its own history.  For example, Southern American tourists came to the Niagara Region and built vacation homes in a gated community along the lake.  As a summer destination, the community offers milder weather.

Buyers searching homes for Sale in Port Colborne discover many pleasant communities, including:

• Bethel
• Cedar Bay
• East Village
• Wyldewood Beach
• Gasline
• Humberstone
• Lorraine
• Nickel Beach
• Pine Crest Point
• Pleasant Beach
• Sherkston Beaches
• Silver Bay
• Sugar Loaf Point

Living in Port Colborne

History

Port Colborne survived a long and storied history, a testament to the fortitude of her people.  The city’s roots can be traced back to the United Empire Loyalist settlements after the American Revolution.  Originally known as Gravelly Bay, Port Colborne was renamed after Sir John Colborne in 1832.  He was a British war hero and Lt. Gov. when the First Welland Canal opened its southern entrance in 1833.  The canal was an important transportation route with its connection to ships sailing Lake Erie and the Great Lakes.  Port Colburn merged with the adjacent Village of Humberstone in 1952.

Recreation

Lake Erie beaches, marinas and trails leading to Niagara Falls bring people to “Niagara’s South Coast.”  The community has a plethora of interesting activities – from golfing and trails to fishing and beaches, shopping districts, recreation and much more.  The Friendship Trail and Welland Canal Parkways Trail are good beginnings.  Folks visit the beautiful parks and hang out at Sugarloaf Harbour Marina for fishing and boating activities.

Culture and Attractions

Visit the shops, galleries and eateries as tourism is important to Port Colborne.  Many events, festivals, art shows and cultural activities enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors to Port Colborne.  The annual Canal Days Festival on West Street plays up the importance of the Welland Canal with live music and fireworks, tall ships and more.  This festival also highlights Lock 8, one of the world’s longest canal locks, which keeps water levels consistent between Lake Erie and Welland Canal.

Live theatre and opera infuse Port Colborne with extra vibrancy.  Historical options include Kinnear House associated with the first woman in Canada to serve as a federal judge.  Port Colborne Historical and Marine Museum bursts with stories of the local history.

Business and Economy

The economy of Port Colborne centers around maritime commerce, ship repair and provisions.  A century ago it was mainly an industrial city.  New industry includes agricultural business operations at Casco Inc. and Jungbunzlauer.  Vale Nickel company uses hydroelectricity as do many companies near Niagara Falls.  Marine Recycling Corporation refurbishes ships.  A food company, steel fabricators, milling, machine companies, paving companies and other businesses keep the economy alive.

Schools

Families are served by Port Colborne and Lakeshore Catholic High School districts.

Ontario Real Estate Agents – Port Colborne

For information about Port Colborne homes for sale, contact D. W. Howard Realty Ltd., Brokerage at (905) 894-1703.