The property at 77 Sixth Street was built for and possibly by area carpenter John McLeod, in 1903 to 1904. Its size and north/south orientation reflect the original narrow frontage of approximately 41 feet. A widow, Catherine Ziggel, was the next owner (1906 to 1930), followed by Marie Northcott and her husband (1930 to 1940), Royal and Ada Carmichael (1940 to 1945), and Edward and Rosetta Blanchard (1945). After a few months, the Blanchards sold to Henry and Hazel White, who became Hazel Colpitts (wife of Ralph Colpitts), and later Hazel Walt. She was the owner until 1972, followed by Hugh and Ella Frazer (1972 to 1974), Paul and Kathy Kinsey (1974 to 1990), Dorothy Winton (1990 to 1998), and Donna Peacock (1990 to 2001). The 2008 owners, Michael and Sandra Christie, bought the property on April 27, 2001. Most owners appear to have occupied the dwelling although may have accommodated boarders.

The dwelling on this property is a good example of how the architecture of modest dwellings in early 20th century Collingwood was following the larger trend to simplified forms, massing, and treatments. Its design is influenced by the modern Queen Anne and Edwardian Classicism styles. The overall composition is simple, formal, and incorporates several of the stylish elements available at that date. The juxtaposition of two dwellings with the same dates of construction, 77 and 67 Sixth Street , offers a comparison of how the styles were adapted to small and larger frontage lots, as well as variations on period decorative treatments and materials.

This property, with its dwelling and picturesque setting, contributes to and enhance the residential character of the streetscape.

DESCRIPTION OF HERITAGE ATTRIBUTES

The cultural heritage value or interest of this property is expressed by the principal heritage attribute of a 1903-1904, two and a half-storey dwelling featuring the following exterior features:

• The original form, massing, height, and scale, but not including the frame alterations at the north
  

• All components of the double width window openings with segmental transoms
  

• All elements and form of the roof pediments, notably the Queen Anne style sash windows, patterned wood shingles, and trim
  

• Any elements of the existing verandah that are found to be original
  

• All the figured-type window glazing
  

• All original panelled doors
  

• All original wood trim, notably the dentil patterned embossed moulding, and window trim
  

• The roof type and form
  

• The original masonry including raised stretcher brick banding, window heads, and other decorative treatments
  

• The view of the front (south) façade of the dwelling from Sixth Street