Cardinal is a riverside community in the Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville, Ontario, situated along the St. Lawrence River at the intersection of Highway 401 and Highway 416 in Eastern Ontario.
Affordable riverside living, St. Lawrence River access, Highway 401 and 416 connectivity, strong homeownership rates, and a close-knit Eastern Ontario community with distinct local character
A historic riverside community along the St. Lawrence River, part of a township that blends three distinct communities, each with its own personality, within a progressive and economically active municipality
With an average age of 44.9 and a workforce rooted in trades, transport, and services, the community reflects a practical, hardworking Eastern Ontario character
Historic sites, parks, community organizations, two accessible hospitals in Leeds and Grenville, and the scenic St. Lawrence River make for a well-rounded and healthy quality of life
The Port of Johnstown, a deep-sea port just minutes from Cardinal, connects the community to the Great Lakes and international shipping routes, giving this small riverside town a genuinely global commercial presence
With 83% single-detached homes and a median home value of $348,000, Cardinal offers some of the most affordable homeownership opportunities in Eastern Ontario
Situated at the junction of Highway 401 and Highway 416, Cardinal offers outstanding connectivity to Ottawa, Kingston, Brockville, and all of Eastern Ontario.
A riverside town with deep roots, affordability, and a distinct Eastern Ontario character along the St. Lawrence.
Cardinal is one of three communities within the Township of Edwardsburgh/Cardinal, situated along the scenic St. Lawrence River in the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. Cardinal homes for sale offer exceptional value for buyers, and Cardinal homes for rent provide accessible options for those looking to experience life in this historic Eastern Ontario community.
Predominantly single-detached homes with strong ownership rates and excellent affordability compared to urban Ontario.
Single-detached homes make up 83% of Cardinal's housing stock, and over 80% of residents are homeowners. With a median home value of $348,000 and a median household income of $84,000, Cardinal offers a balance of cost and quality of life that is increasingly rare in Ontario's real estate market.
Historic sites, parks, river access, and two regional hospitals provide a full and well-supported quality of life.
Residents of Cardinal enjoy access to the St. Lawrence River and its natural beauty, local parks, historic sites, and community organizations. The township is served by two hospitals within Leeds and Grenville, and the community's blend of waterfront character and inland rural hamlets gives it a lifestyle variety rarely found in a community of its size.
Unexpected Appeal:
A deep-sea port connecting this small Eastern Ontario town to the North American Great Lakes and international trade routes.
Some of the most affordable single-detached homeownership opportunities available in Ontario.
Cardinal and the broader Edwardsburgh/Cardinal township attract buyers seeking genuine affordability in a stable, owner-occupied community. With a median home value well below provincial averages and a strong local economy, the area represents a compelling opportunity for first-time buyers and those relocating from higher-cost urban centres.
The riverside setting, exceptional highway connectivity, and the authentic small-town character of Eastern Ontario.
Situated at the junction of Highway 401 and Highway 416, Cardinal connects residents to Brockville in 20 minutes, and to Ottawa or Kingston within 75 minutes. Combined with the natural beauty of the St. Lawrence River, strong community bonds, and housing that is genuinely accessible, Cardinal offers a quality of life that is hard to match anywhere in Ontario.
