Beguiling On Bertmount
If you’re looking for a neighbourhood that sizzles like the summer heat, then here’s an exceptional opportunity located in high demand Leslieville.
Revered as a beacon of the cutting edge, this central downtown east location is a destination of choice for the high-styled, but down-to-earth buyer. For those seeking a calibre home at a fair price, this stellar offering will do more than draw you in - it will give you reason to stay!
Welcome to 31 Bertmount Avenue.
Located just north of Queen Street East near Carlaw Avenue, this two storey semi-detached brick house is set under a canopy of mature trees on a charming avenue of vintage homes. Up the street from the 24-hour Queen streetcar, daily shopping, café culture, and purveyors of the funky and fine, this designer domicile is truly enhanced by a convenient urban village life.
This is the ideal location for nature, water and fitness lovers; this property is just a short stroll, bike, or blade away from the sanctuary of the Leslie Spit and the recreation of the Beach. Imagine, a location with accessible cardio cleansing, contemplation, and day dreaming just steps from your door! And for those who have to hit the road, Carlaw to Lake Shore Boulevard offers easy access to the Don Valley Parkway and the Gardiner Expressway. How amazing is that?
This enchanting semi-detached brick house has plenty of the character and patina of yesteryear, including a charming covered porch and vintage front door that welcomes you home.
This owner clearly valued the past, but had his eyes towards the future as well. Rather than knocking down all the walls to create an open concept living area, this owner decided to preserve as much of the character details as possible to retain the vintage ambience original to the house, while updating the major building components. This resulted in substantial improvements, all around.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this testament to the continuity of style.
As a 20 year veteran of real estate sales I can attest to having seen a lot of renovated housing stock that, once gutted, unfortunately appear as bland as the ubiquitous big box store most kitchen and bath fixtures come from. Instead, 31 Bertmount Avenue is a property that knows itself. It has been upgraded while remaining respectful to the dwelling’s original architectural integrity. This is an increasingly rare commodity to find.
From the moment one enters the front hall through the vintage front door, one can sense the graciousness of this sweet domicile. The formal living room has a wood burning fireplace, a touch of original exposed brick above the character mantle, and a hint of board and batten charm with the painted paneling.
The generous dining room is a gateway to memories, accommodating those who love to gather friends and family around the table, with terrific proportions and original wood floors. The kitchen, with its open pass-through to the dining area keeps the resident chef centre-stage without having guests get underfoot. Efficiently-designed with plenty of counter-space, the new stainless steel appliances are delightfully juxtaposed to the glass-front cabinetry with wood counters. At the back of the house a renovated enclosed sky lit breakfast room connects to the pretty landscaped garden and deck which bathe in morning light.
On the second level, the recently renovated four-piece washroom offers turn key living for the next resident. Three good-sized bedrooms with warm wood floors complete this level. Well-suited to a home office, guest room and master suite, or ideal for a young family, this level is a great private sanctuary for your domestic bliss.
The lower level has been partially finished with a media area, though it could be reconfigured to suit. Having a laundry area and older four-piece washroom, this lower level admittedly needs some elbow grease. Why not build equity while making the space your own?
Mechanically upgraded with recent forced air gas furnace, central air, wiring, and roof, along with some terrific renovations like the washroom, kitchen appliances, light fixtures and fresh paint throughout, this house is a terrific opportunity to secure a turn-key residence that still affords some upside for the next buyer.
Without question this is a fantastic opportunity for one fortunate buyer.
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