Living in Parry Sound is attractive to people whose lifestyles centre around the outdoors and water recreation. It’s a favourite for active retirees, families, boaters, and adventurous seasonal residents. While you’ll need a vehicle or a boat to reach outlying areas, exploring Parry Sound’s colourful downtown on foot is the best way to get a feel for the heart of the area, whether enjoying a charming lunch with a view of the water or popping into one of the many quaint local shops.

Parry Sound overlooks the world’s largest freshwater archipelago, the 30,000 Islands region of the Georgian Bay. Revered for its scenic beauty, this town draws those who spend their days sailing, cruising, canoeing, kayaking and fishing. Nearby Killbear Provincial Park is where you’ll find grounds for camping, beaches, and hiking routes along rugged shorelines.

A piece of Canadian heritage, Parry Sound is also known as the “birthplace of Bobby Orr” and is home to the Stockey Centre for Performing Arts & Bobby Orr Hall of Fame.

Parry Sound Schools

  • Parry Sound High School
  • Canadore College West Parry Sound Campus

Types Of Homes in Parry Sound

A perfect entry point in to cottage country, Parry Sound homes include a mix of modest cottages, waterfront homes, and traditional small-town Ontario houses.

Be Sure About Your New Home: Try Before You Buy

Renting a cottage? Planning to buy one soon? We’ll reimburse up to 100% of your rental cost if you purchase a home within 2 years with a CVRE agent. Click below to learn more about how we make buying a cottage easy through our program.

Find The Perfect Cottage

We’ll help you make sense of the market and find the perfect cottage that meets your needs, whether you plan to live in cottage country, or you’re investing in the area.