$2,890,000 - 986 & 1030 King Street, Cambridge
Land for Sale in Cambridge
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- MLS Number
- X13801694
- Property Type
- Land
- Status
- active
- Days on Site
- 19
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 0
- Square Feet
- 1 sqft
- Neighbourhood
- Cambridge
- Taxes (2026)
- $23,515
- Listing Brokerage
- RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC.
986 & 1030 KING STREET EAST, CAMBRIDGE Asking Price: $2.99 Million | RSC Expected Late-2026A rare opportunity to secure a premier corner assembly in one of Cambridge's busiest and fastest-growing corridors! This offering brings together two contiguous parcels approximately1.024 acres in total , at the high-profile intersection of King Street East and Westminster Drive, delivering outstanding visibility and traffic exposure that's hard to come by in this market. The site benefits from quick, convenient access to both Highway 8 and Highway 401, putting it firmly on the radar for commuters and commercial traffic alike. It's also just minutes from Cambridge Memorial Hospital, public transit routes, schools, and a strong mix of surrounding residential and commercial neighbourhoods the kind of location that keeps demand steady well into the future. Zoned C1RM2 & C1C5 and designated Mixed Use (including Residential) under the Official Plan, this property is primed for a wide range of commercial and mixed-use development, with real long-term intensification upside. Whether you're a developer looking to shape the next chapter of this corridor, a retailer wanting a flagship presence, or an investor eyeing a growth market, this assembly checks all the boxes. With Cambridge continuing to see strong population growth and infrastructure investment, opportunities like this a scale, corner-exposure site ready for redevelopment , don't come around often. Don't miss your chance to be part of what's next for this corridor. FOR SALE
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Discover Cambridge
Cambridge is a vibrant community in the Greater Toronto Area, offering excellent amenities, schools, and transportation options. This area is popular with families and professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle with access to urban conveniences and natural spaces.
Why Live in Cambridge
- •Convenient location in Cambridge
- •Access to local shops and dining
- •Good public transit connections
- •Community parks and green spaces
- •Well-maintained neighbourhoods
Nearby Schools
Transit & Commuting
- •MiWay bus routes throughout the area
- •GO Transit stations within driving distance
- •Easy highway access to 401/403/QEW
- •Walking distance to local amenities
Parks & Amenities
- •Local parks and recreational facilities
- •Community centres
- •Shopping plazas nearby
- •Restaurants and cafes
Lifestyle & Community
Cambridge offers a wonderful quality of life with a mix of residential charm and urban convenience. Residents enjoy easy access to schools, parks, and shopping, making it an ideal location for families and professionals alike.
986 & 1030 King Street, Cambridge
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Key factors for evaluating this land parcel
Land Due Diligence Checklist
· Confirm zoning designation and all permitted uses
· Verify servicing (water, sewer, hydro) at lot line
· Order a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment
· Obtain an up-to-date survey (boundaries, easements)
· Review development charges and levies with the municipality
· Consult a land use planner on development feasibility
Commercial Financing Note
Land financing typically requires 35–50% down with specialized lenders. Carrying costs (taxes, interest) accumulate during any approval or development process — factor these into your feasibility.
Commercial and land transactions are significantly more complex than residential. Joe recommends assembling a team — commercial real estate lawyer, accountant, and (for land) a land use planner — before making an offer.
Joe's Thoughts
Honest perspective from 30+ years of GTA real estate experience
Zoning & Permitted Use
Before anything else, I'd confirm the current zoning designation and what's permitted on this land. Zoning dictates everything: residential subdivision, commercial development, agricultural use, or mixed. The Cambridge planning department can also tell you what, if any, Official Plan amendments are in progress that could affect the permitted uses.
Land Market Timeline
Vacant land typically takes longer to sell than residential homes — 60 to 180+ days is common. Commercial and development-oriented buyers need time to conduct feasibility studies, consult planners, and arrange specialized financing. Don't read anything into the days-on-market figure without comparing to similar parcels in Cambridge.
Servicing & Infrastructure
A key question for any land purchase: is it serviced (municipal water, sewer, gas, hydro at the lot line) or unserviced? Bringing services to an unserviced parcel can cost $50,000–$500,000+ depending on proximity and Cambridge's development charges. This can make or break a project's feasibility.
Environmental & Survey
I always recommend a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment for land purchases — it checks for historical contamination from prior uses. If the Phase 1 flags anything, a Phase 2 (soil sampling) follows. Also budget for an up-to-date survey, which confirms boundaries, easements, and encroachments.
Development Approval Timeline
If you're buying with development in mind, factor in the approval timeline. Minor variance: 3–6 months. Site plan approval: 6–18 months. Official Plan amendment or rezoning: 1–3+ years. These timelines directly affect your carrying costs — property taxes and financing accumulate the entire time. Having an experienced planner and real estate lawyer on your team from day one matters.
Let's Walk Through It Together
Evaluating land requires a different lens than buying a home. I'll walk the site with you, help you ask the right questions of the listing agent, and connect you with the right professionals — planners, environmental consultants, commercial lawyers — to make sure you know exactly what you're buying before you commit.