Presenting 740 Essa Rd, a rare opportunity to acquire a strategically positioned development parcel within one of Barrie's fastest-growing corridors. Located just south of the intersection of Essa Rd & Mapleview Dr. W., the property offers exceptional exposure along a primary arterial route within a well-established and rapidly intensifying node. The surrounding area is characterized by a strong mix of institutional, commercial, employment, and residential uses, with immediate proximity to the future urban expansion lands identified in the Salem Secondary Plan. The site benefits from significant frontage on both Essa Rd & Dunn St, providing excellent visibility, access, and flexibility for site planning. Its configuration supports the potential for severance & a range of development outcomes. Comprised of approx 20.19AC of serviced land, with approx 19.22AC of net developable area after anticipated road dedication & easements. The scale & frontage offered are increasingly limited within the market. Designated "Community Hub" in the City of Barrie OP, and proposed for "Community Hub Neighbourhood" zoning, the property permits a broad range of uses, incl. institutional, office, healthcare, mixed-use commercial, & residential development. With direct access to Hwy 400 & connectivity to the GTA, Barrie continues to demonstrate strong population & economic growth. This land is a premier opportunity to secure a high-profile site within a market defined by long-term growth & investment demand. List price is based on $1.15M/AC). Offers to be reviewed upon receipt. The Vendor is seeking more than price alone & will consider the overall strength / credibility of each proposal. Purchasers are encouraged to incl. a submission package containing a CV, summary of prior projects, info demonstrating financial strength, ability to complete the transaction & an explanation outlining the basis upon which the offer value was determined.
Property Highlights
For Sale
MLS NO.
S13163596
Type
Commercial
Sub Type
Land
Square Footage
20.197 sqft
Complete Property Details
Property Type
Commercial
Sub Type
Land
Transaction Type
For Sale
Status
Active
Contract Status
Available
MLS® Number
S13163596
Lot Width
461.3
Lot Size
20.197
Lot Size Units
Acres
Internet Address Display Yn
Yes
Internet Entire Listing Display Yn
Yes
Full Address
740 Essa Road, Barrie, ON L4N 9E9
City
Barrie
Neighbourhood
400 West
County / Region
Simcoe
Province / State
ON
Postal Code
L4N 9E9
Cross Street
Dunn Street
Directions
E/S of Essa Road, N/S of Dunn Street, south of Mapleview Drive W
Country
CA
List Price
$22,100,000
Annual Taxes
$0
Tax Year
2026
Legal Description
BLK 2 PL 51M778, S/T EASEMENT IN GROSS OVER PTS 1, 2 & 3 51R35346 AS IN SC578152; BARRIE
Possession Type
Flexible
Possession Details
Flexible
Listing Office
SUTTON GROUP INCENTIVE REALTY INC.
Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Original Entry
2026-05-22T19:06:37Z
Media Updated
2026-05-25T19:05:28Z
Photos Updated
2026-05-22T19:06:38Z
Last Modified
2026-06-26T16:54:58Z
System Modified
2026-06-26T16:54:58.944331Z
MLS Status
New
Co List Office Name
SUTTON GROUP INCENTIVE REALTY INC.
Ddfyn
Yes
Expiration Date
2026-09-30
Hstapplication
In Addition To
Occupant Type
Vacant
Originating System Id
A00001796
Parcel Number
587291129
Public Remarks
Presenting 740 Essa Rd, a rare opportunity to acquire a strategically positioned development parcel within one of Barrie's fastest-growing corridors. Located just south of the intersection of Essa Rd & Mapleview Dr. W., the property offers exceptional exposure along a primary arterial route within a well-established and rapidly intensifying node. The surrounding area is characterized by a strong mix of institutional, commercial, employment, and residential uses, with immediate proximity to the future urban expansion lands identified in the Salem Secondary Plan. The site benefits from significant frontage on both Essa Rd & Dunn St, providing excellent visibility, access, and flexibility for site planning. Its configuration supports the potential for severance & a range of development outcomes. Comprised of approx 20.19AC of serviced land, with approx 19.22AC of net developable area after anticipated road dedication & easements. The scale & frontage offered are increasingly limited within the market. Designated "Community Hub" in the City of Barrie OP, and proposed for "Community Hub Neighbourhood" zoning, the property permits a broad range of uses, incl. institutional, office, healthcare, mixed-use commercial, & residential development. With direct access to Hwy 400 & connectivity to the GTA, Barrie continues to demonstrate strong population & economic growth. This land is a premier opportunity to secure a high-profile site within a market defined by long-term growth & investment demand. List price is based on $1.15M/AC). Offers to be reviewed upon receipt. The Vendor is seeking more than price alone & will consider the overall strength / credibility of each proposal. Purchasers are encouraged to incl. a submission package containing a CV, summary of prior projects, info demonstrating financial strength, ability to complete the transaction & an explanation outlining the basis upon which the offer value was determined.
