Living In Fergus

Starting as a Scottish settlement in 1833, Fergus maintains a strong Scottish influence today. Situated along the Grand River, just 20 minutes north of Guelph, Fergus is a quiet, residential community filled with mature tree lined streets, beautiful stone architecture, great schools and plenty of green spaces.

Fergus lifestyle

The picturesque heritage town is full of opportunities to live an active, healthy and well-rounded lifestyle. With plenty of green spaces, beautiful parks and public amenities the township actively seeks to make Fergus an enjoyable place to live and visit. Fergus is home to several large manufacturers as well as a healthy agricultural industry. In recent years, Fergus has started to benefit from a tourism industry like neighbouring Elora.

The town has a comfortable average household income, and is the largest and fastest growing community in Wellington County. Fergus boasts a low crime rate and safe schools and streets. Residents and tourists alike enjoy the safety that small-town Ontario affords. Fergus is committed to protecting the environment. Environmental service staff are taking steps to provide education through participation with events like World Water Day, Earth Day, Green Legacy Tree Giveaway, among others.

Fergus real estate

Fergus real estate has been healthy with a much more affordable median home price than neighbouring Elora. There is a balanced mix of new and old homes.

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