127 Jacob Street, Cambridge, ON N3H 2T7

One of Preston's most historically significant residences, 127 Jacob Street is a landmark 19th-century estate commanding a prominent position atop historic Kress Hill. Built c. 1845 for Jacob K. Erb, a member of one of Preston's prominent early families, this distinguished home has overlooked the community for more than 180 years. Set on an expansive, beautifully treed property, it offers a remarkable sense of privacy and space within the city. Inside, impressive proportions and period character define the home, with high ceilings, deep window sills, generous halls, large windows and beautifully scaled principal rooms designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Five bedrooms and three bathrooms provide abundant space for family and guests. Beyond the residence, mature trees and established gardens create a private setting for outdoor living, while a substantial detached carriage house adds another exceptional element, offering valuable space for vehicles, a workshop, studio or future possibilities. Despite the estate-like setting, downtown Preston, the Speed River, trails, shops, restaurants and amenities are just minutes away. Offering history, architectural character, expansive grounds and a carriage house in the heart of the city, 127 Jacob Street is a property of extraordinary distinction. The home you have waited for. Potential to sever a large section of the lot. Home Inspection available upon request.

• 205 m from a rail corridor

  Visit at train times to judge noise and vibration for yourself.

  Source: Ontario Railway Network (ORWN) · as of Sep 2026

• About 188 m from a hydro transmission corridor

  Check title for a hydro right-of-way or easement; provincial line mapping is approximate.

  Source: Ontario GeoHub — Utility Line (hydro transmission) · as of Sep 2026

Also checked, nothing flagged at this location: conservation-regulated areas, provincially significant wetlands, the Greenbelt, the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Niagara Escarpment plan, areas of natural and scientific interest.

Not openly mapped for this area (ask the local conservation authority): flood hazard mapping.

Screened against public government mapping at this home’s location — simplified boundaries, not a survey, an appraisal or a legal determination. Confirm anything that matters with the authority named.