149 Gladstone Avenue | Central Toronto - Downtown

Property Details

• Price: $519,900

This stunning light-filled home in prime Beaconsfield Village blends original charm and modern amenities. No expense has been spared in the thoughtful, thorough restoration/renovation, resulting in an alluring combination of historic appeal and the highest quality finishes. The immaculate two-storey semi-detached home features high ceilings, stained glass windows, a funky main floor powder room, a new breakfast room off the chefs kitchen, gleaming refinished original hardwood floors, three large bedrooms, landscaped yards plus parking in the detached garage. The home is ideal for families with children or someone wishing to own a turnkey home in downtown Toronto.

Located south of Dundas Street West in Beaconsfield Village, the area is popular with members of Torontos arts community who have gradually migrated west along Queen Street to this historically Mediterranean neighbourhood. The area boasts plenty of recreation for adults and family life. The nearby Drake Hotel, a Toronto landmark, is now a cultural and literary centre as well as being one of the hippest places in Toronto to sip cocktails, while the renovated Gladstone Hotel also has a popular bar and social scene. Within easy walking distance is the 37-acre Trinity Bellwoods Park and Recreation Centre, with its tennis courts, baseball diamond, pool, picnic area, soccer field and plenty of space for dogs. Only two blocks from the house, the McCormick Recreation Centre offers many City of Toronto programs plus workout facilities, and the adjacent playground has a tot park and a wading pool. From this downtown location Torontos Liberty Village is only a few minutes away, as well as the Martin Goodman Trail and the recreational paths and parks along Torontos waterfront.

Residents do most of their shopping in the Rua Acores shopping district on Dundas Street West, an area brimming with Portuguese restaurants and churrascos, fresh fruit and vegetable markets, mouth watering bakeries and an assortment of gift shops. Retail shopping on Queen Street West features an eclectic mix of vintage clothing boutiques, top notch interior design stores, modern expansive galleries, and numerous hip restaurants. It is easy to get around with so much public transit: the Dundas West streetcar takes passengers downtown or to the Dundas West subway station, while the frequent service Dufferin bus connects to Bloor subway line. Motorists can be downtown in minutes and are only five minutes from the Gardiner.

The home has undergone a complete in-depth renovation from the mechanical systems of the home to the new bathrooms and kitchen to the exterior and landscaping. The attractive curb appeal identifies this home as something extra special. A flagstone path cut into the landscaped perennial front yard leads to the reconstructed old fashioned wood front porch. The house is especially bright, and decorated with tasteful neutrals. The sunfilled entry hall leads to the mostly open concept living and dining rooms, where original exposed brick, stained glass window accents, modern pot lighting and soaring ceilings contribute to the casual elegance. Both principal rooms feature sparkling refinished original hardwood floors. A new two piece powder room is the ultimate in convenience and style, featuring a tumbled marble mosaic tile floor and unique Kohler fixtures.

The spacious new eat-in kitchen is a delightful space to entertain and cook in. It is gloriously bright, complemented by custom maple cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, Corian countertops, and high end appliances including gas range and stainless steel range hood. There is plenty of halogen lighting, a retro style floor, plus an attractive and functional breakfast bar. The extra breakfast room open to the kitchen features numerous windows, hardwood to match the rest of the home, and walks out to the cedar deck and yard. What a private, peaceful spot to enjoy meals or simply to sip your morning coffee. Many will enjoy the solid, oversized single detached garage with automatic opener and cement floor. The garage has lane access & there is space to park one more vehicle behind the garage.

The bright second floor continues with the sparkling hardwood floors and three good sized bedrooms. The master includes a lovely bay window plus a rare second window with ornate framing, while the middle bedroom which is currently being used as a den/office would easily accommodate a full bedroom suite. The sunny guestroom at the rear has berber flooring and two windows. The lush spa-like bathroom with travertine stone tile floor and separate stone tiled and tempered glass shower stall, separate claw foot soaker tub and Mexican style one of a kind ceramic sink serves this level.

The unfinished basement is high and dry, with lots of natural light and is your home for lots and lots of storage, a workshop, and separate cantina/wine cellar.

Additional benefits of this professionally renovated home include: studio grade soundproofing on the shared wall, new insulation and EnerGuide rating of 65, new roof, new copper plumbing, 100 amps electrical service with no knob & tube wiring, plus many younger families on the quiet street. What terrific value for a great location in the city.

Offered at $519,900.