5876 8th Line, Essa, ON L0L 1N0
Welcome to this exceptional 47-acre parcel in South Essa Township, formerly known as the historic Tally Ho Airport, offering a rare opportunity with private aircraft aerodrome zoning. This unique property features a desirable blend of agricultural, commercial, and residential zoning, including approximately 5 acres of commercially zoned land fronting on 8th Line, providing excellent exposure and accessibility for a wide range of permitted uses. Registered with NAV Canada, the aerodrome permits ongoing private aircraft operations and includes a functional airstrip with additional shorter runways, ideal for aviation enthusiasts, private operators, or businesses requiring direct air access. The property includes a traditional 6-bedroom Ontario farmhouse with strong potential for multi-generational living, rental income, or a customized estate residence. A secondary home of approximately 1,000 sq. ft. offers additional flexibility for renovation, redevelopment, or guest accommodations. Outbuildings include an impressive 80' x 80' aircraft hangar capable of accommodating planes or helicopters, complete with an attached 15' x 40' office, a secondary 80' x 40' insulated metal building with heat and power, and a third structure currently used for hay storage with flexible future use. With established infrastructure, flexible zoning, and rich aviation history, this property supports a wide range of uses including agricultural operations, home-based businesses, and specialized commercial applications (subject to approvals).A rare offering combining scale, privacy, commercial frontage, and active aviation use-ideal for investors, end-users, or those seeking a distinctive live/work opportunity with long-term upside. Renderings are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the property's current condition.
Kitchen
3.75 x 2.87
Main
Great Room
6.4 x 4.97
Main
Dining Room
5.38 x 4.24
Main
Kitchen
5.38 x 2.74
Main
Bedroom
3.14 x 2.87
Upper
Bedroom
3.2 x 3.07
Upper
Bedroom
5.87 x 3.73
Upper
Primary Bedroom
5.89 x 3.7
Upper
Bedroom
4.44 x 3.7
Upper
Office
5.2 x 2.74
Upper
Family Room
8.66 x 5.28
Upper
Sunroom
5.3 x 4.72
Main
Basement
Partial Basement
Bathrooms
1 × 2-piece — Main, 1 × 4-piece — Upper, 1 × 4-piece — Upper
Fireplace
No
Family room
Yes
Kitchens
2
Rooms (above / below grade)
12 above, 0 below
Architectural style
2-Storey
Construction materials
Brick
Foundation
Block
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Direction faces
West
Garage type
Other
Garage spaces
0
Total parking spaces
20
Driveway parking
20
Parking features
Private
Lot size area
47.5 Acres
Cross street
8th Line & 5th Sideroad
Directions
8th Line & 5th Sideroad
Neighbourhood
Rural Essa
Heating
Water — Oil
Water
Sewer
Septic
List price
$2,798,000
Original list price
Annual taxes
$8,826
Tax year
2025
Legal description
PT S 1/2 LT 8 CON 7 ESSA TWP PT 2 51R9897; ESSA
Inclusions
Exclusions
MLS #
N13874636
Status
Active
Transaction type
For Sale
Property type
Residential Freehold
Property sub type
Detached
Days on market
List date
Possession
Flexible
Occupancy
Owner
Listing brokerage
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Median days on market
Estimated monthly payment
$13,414
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