$2.6 million

Leaside

24 Douglas Cres. (Bayview and Moore avenues) Asking price: $2.449 million Sold for: $2.6 million Taxes: $9,015 (2023) Bedrooms: 4+1 Bathrooms: 3

Square footage: 1,800 Garage: 1

Parking: 2

Days on the market: 1

“We had a high level of interest right off the bat as the price point and location in Governor’s Bridge are very appealing,” says listing agent Armin Yousefi.

It attracted “families interested in establishing roots in an affluent, secluded neighbourhood with excellent public school catchments and close proximity to some of the most prominent private schools. The location of this house is absolutely brilliant as it is literally a 10-minute drive to the downtown core and situated next to several ravines and trails. It’s also close to shops and local business in South Leaside and North Rosedale.”

Co-listing agent Megan Whyte says the best feature of the 122x40-foot lot is its location on a quiet street in a tight-knit community. “This home has been owned by the same family since 1963. They had beautifully cared for and maintained it throughout the years and there is a real sense of pride of ownership that is evident throughout.”

The home was built in 1949 and has just more than 1,800 square feet of living space. “It is solid as far as the structure and mechanical components are concerned,” Yousefi says. “The buyers plan to do a major renovation to modernize its interior features and will do their best to preserve its original character, charm and warmth.”

The property features an expansive private back garden and an attached one-car garage.

Most of the original homes in Governor’s Bridge are being extensively renovated or demolished and replaced with new luxury homes.

The area has very low turnover, Whyte says. “People tend to stay for a long time.”

“This was a very happy home for its current owners and the buyers are super excited to be moving into the neighbourhood,” Yousefi says.

Listing Broker: Sotheby’s International Realty Canada (Armin Yousefi and Megan Whyte)