Shuniah

Your comprehensive guide to Shuniah, Thunder Bay, Ontario

SAFETY RATING

9.4 / 10

Very Low Crime Risk

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Property Pulse

$361,150 Avg List

Solid inventory of detached family houses and townhomes.

Community Canvas

6,202,225 Residents

Rich tapestry of families, kids under 10, and professionals.

What You'll Love

Parks & Schools

High academic rankings and beautiful outdoor spaces.

Local Active Listings

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Residential Freehold for sale - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $399,900 (MLS# X13718828)
$399,900
3bd
2ba
Residential Freehold

262 THERESA Street, Thunder Bay

Located in Port Arthur, this fully finished 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached bungalow features a moder...

MLS#: X13718828
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 5 Bed, 2 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $409,900 (MLS# X13710748)
$409,900
5bd
2ba
Residential Freehold

155 Ruttan Street, Thunder Bay

Great home in a very desirable neighbourhood! Welcome to 155 Ruttan Street. This cute and cozy home ...

MLS#: X13710748
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $369,900 (MLS# X13709838)
$369,900
3bd
2ba
Residential Freehold

454 ALGOMA Street N, Thunder Bay

Welcome home! This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfor...

MLS#: X13709838
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 5 Bed, 2 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $369,800 (MLS# X13688090)
$369,800
5bd
2ba
Residential Freehold

337 Otto Street, Thunder Bay

Shuniah Bungalow with Multi-Generational Living! Desirable Otto Street location for this 3+2 bedroom...

MLS#: X13688090
For Sale
Residential Condo & Other for sale - 2 Bed, 1 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $324,900 (MLS# X13660872)
$324,900
2bd
1ba
Residential Condo & Other

500 Toledo Street 320, Thunder Bay

Enjoy the ease of condo living in this beautifully maintained two-bedroom home, tucked into a great ...

MLS#: X13660872
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $299,900 (MLS# X13656902)
$299,900
3bd
2ba
Residential Freehold

825 Newport Avenue, Thunder Bay

Welcome to 825 Newport Avenue! Nestled in the highly sought-after Current River neighbourhood just m...

MLS#: X13656902
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 3 Bed, 1 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $299,900 (MLS# X13657968)
$299,900
3bd
1ba
Residential Freehold

42 Gordon Avenue, Thunder Bay

Character, charm, and a huge private yard! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath character home is filled with natu...

MLS#: X13657968
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 3 Bed, 2 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $370,000 (MLS# X13633344)
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$370,000
3bd
2ba
Residential Freehold

9 Ruttan St., Thunder Bay

Welcome to 9 Ruttan Street! This well-maintained two-storey home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and...

MLS#: X13633344
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 0 Bed, 0 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $59,900 (MLS# X13506868)
$59,900
0bd
0ba
Residential Freehold

01 Minot Avenue, Thunder Bay

New Listing. Surplus building lot for up to 2 units. Contact your REALTOR® for specifics of the sale...

MLS#: X13506868
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 0 Bed, 0 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $59,900 (MLS# X13507016)
$59,900
0bd
0ba
Residential Freehold

0 Hull Avenue, Thunder Bay

New Listing. Surplus building lot for up to 2 units. Contact your REALTOR® for specifics of the sal...

MLS#: X13507016
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 2 Bed, 1 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $399,900 (MLS# X13467886)
$399,900
2bd
1ba
Residential Freehold

17 Velva Avenue, Thunder Bay

Here is the starter home your Dad wont criticize. Ready to move in. Great south facing back yard wit...

MLS#: X13467886
For Sale
Residential Freehold for sale - 3 Bed, 1 Bath Home at Thunder Bay ON listed at $360,000 (MLS# X13251298)
$360,000
3bd
1ba
Residential Freehold

31 Matthews Street, Thunder Bay

Welcome to 31 Matthews Street, located in the family-friendly neighbourhood of Shuniah. This immacul...

MLS#: X13251298
For Sale
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Region Overview

Explore Shuniah

Shuniah, nestled in the beautiful northwestern corner of Thunder Bay, Ontario, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and access to stunning natural beauty. Life here is decidedly slower paced than in Thunder Bay’s downtown core, focused on outdoor recreation and community connection. You'll find a tight-knit community where neighbours know each other, and there's a strong sense of belonging. Expect friendly faces and a welcoming atmosphere – Shuniah is a great place to raise a family or retire comfortably. Housing options range from modest bungalows and older character homes to newer developments, with a limited supply of condos and townhouses ensuring a diverse selection. While Shuniah is primarily car-dependent, there are some limited transit options within the town itself, and easy access to Thunder Bay's public transportation network via TransWest Coach. If you’re looking for a quiet escape surrounded by the boreal forest and Lake Superior, Shuniah is worth exploring, offering affordable real estate opportunities and a truly authentic Canadian experience. Key search terms for finding homes in Shuniah include ‘Shuniah real estate,’ ‘Thunder Bay north real estate,’ ‘Lake Superior cottage real estate,’ and ‘affordable Northern Ontario homes.’ Consider exploring areas within a short drive for increased housing choices and amenities. Don’t underestimate the importance of researching local amenities and services for a successful move to Shuniah.

💡 Insider Tips & Hidden Gems

Okay, so you're thinking about Shuniah? Let me let you in on a few local secrets! First, absolutely *don’t* miss Fort William Historical Park – a fantastic way to step back in time and experience what life was like during the fur trade era. For incredible fishing, head to the Shuniah River; it's a local favourite! The Shuniah Community Centre hosts weekly events, from bingo to fitness classes, so check their schedule. For amazing views try a hike up Sturgeon Mountain. As for food, The Shuniah Diner is a must-try for classic Canadian comfort food. Hidden gem alert: Check out the old sawmill just outside of town - it's become a cool, rustic spot for events and summer concerts. Also, be prepared for seasonal weather; winters are long and snowy! To truly immerse yourself, stop by the Shuniah General Store – it's a legend and stocks everything you might need. Finally, connecting with the Shuniah Snowmobile Club is a really neat way to explore the surrounding trails if you're a snowmobiler. Don’t be afraid to ask locals for recommendations – they’re genuinely happy to share their town with you. Look for local Facebook groups for real-time information about events and happenings.

Market Stats & Trends

Home Prices & Values in Thunder Bay

The asking price of homes for sale in Thunder Bay has decreased 0.13% since last year, while the number of homes for sale has increased 11.2%. See more Thunder Bay Home Prices & Values.

House
Median Asking Price
$934K
Townhouse
Median Asking Price
$660K
Condo
Median Asking Price
$470K

Find Real Estate & MLS® Listings in Thunder Bay

SousaSells.ca has the most thorough, up-to-date set of Thunder Bay real estate listings. Currently, Thunder Bay has 199 homes for sale, including 116 houses, 18 condos, and 0 townhouses listed for sale. The average price for all home types in Thunder Bay is $702K, which is down 1.1% compared to last year.

Thunder Bay is home to 29 unique neighbourhoods. With SousaSells.ca you'll be able to find the hottest Thunder Bay neighbourhoods, the best schools in the city, and evaluate nearby amenities. Check out the upcoming open houses in Thunder Bay to tour homes in person. Narrow down your home search to filter by price, bedrooms, size or search by our map of MLS® listings for Canada-wide real estate.

If you’re looking for rentals instead of properties for sale, SousaSells has a comprehensive set of 49 Thunder Bay rental listings, including 17 houses and 31 apartments/condos for rent.

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Median Age

The median age of residents in this area.

39.6 Yrs

Home Ownership

Percentage of owner-occupied households.

65% Owners
Neighborhood Safety Index

Neighborhood Safety & Crime Analytics

Shuniah, Thunder Bay

SAFETY RATING9.4 / 10
Low Incident Area
Total Annual Incidents35 incidents / yr
Average Per Month2.9 incidents / mo
Population BenchmarkArea Average residents
Personal Safety
Very Low

8 assaults (30.0/100k)

Property Security
Very Low

8 B&E (30.0/100k)

Auto Theft Risk
Low Risk

10 thefts (35.0/100k)

1-Year Trend
▼ 6%

Improving vs previous year

How Per-Capita Rate (Per 100,000 Residents) Is Calculated:

Formula: (Annual Occurrences / Population) × 100,000. This standard policing calculation normalizes incident frequencies across different population sizes, allowing accurate safety comparisons between quiet residential pockets and dense urban centres.

Source: Official Police Services ArcGIS Open Data
Halton & GTHA Police Network

Disclaimer: Crime and safety analytics are compiled from official municipal and regional police open data records for general consumer informational and demographic research purposes only. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and does not constitute a legal representation or guarantee of future safety.

People & Families

Demographics, age distribution, household size and makeup.

Age Demographics (Detailed Ranges)

Household Composition

One-person households
25%
Families with children
50%
Couples without children
24%
Other households
0%

Ethnic Origins

Chinese11%
English9%
Indian9%
Irish8%
Canadian7%

Local Schools

Ratings, ranking and classification of elementary and secondary schools.

Elementary Schools

Public
Rating:5.3

St Margaret

89 Clayte Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 6S4

FRASER RANK2026
Public
Rating:9.1

Vance Chapman

1000 Huron Avenue, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 6L4

FRASER RANK97
Public
Rating:6.9

St Bernard

655 River Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 3S5

FRASER RANK927
Public
Rating:6.0

St James

243 Court Street North, Port Arthur, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 3P1

FRASER RANK1567
Public
Rating:4.9

Franco-Supérieur

220 Elgin Street, Port Arthur, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 0A4

FRASER RANK2258
Public
Rating:5.0

C D Howe

30 Wishart Crescent, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 6G3

FRASER RANK2211
Public
Rating:3.2

Our Lady of Charity

370 County Boulevard, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 7P5

FRASER RANK2830
Public
Rating:5.6

Corpus Christi

110 Marlborough Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 4G4

FRASER RANK1850
Public
Rating:5.7

St Pius X

140 Clarkson Street South, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 4W8

FRASER RANK1777
Public
Rating:5.7

Algonquin Avenue

160 Algonquin Avenue South, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 4T1

FRASER RANK1777
Public
Rating:7.4

Gron Morgan

174 Hodge Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 4G4

FRASER RANK643
Public
Rating:7.9

Claude E Garton

414 Grenville Avenue, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 1X9

FRASER RANK392

Secondary Schools

Public
Rating:5.6

de la Verendrye

175 High Street North, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 8C7

FRASER RANK453
Catholic
Rating:6.6

St. Ignatius

285 Algoma Street North, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7A 2J6

FRASER RANK294
Public
Rating:6.1

Hammarskjold HS

80 Clarkson Street South, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 4W8

FRASER RANK367

Homes & Housing

Ownership rates, home structure distributions and listing prices.

Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied65%
Rented35%

Real Estate Pulse

AVERAGE LIST PRICE$361,150
ACTIVE LISTINGS8 Listed8 for sale