ADDRESS : 41 Elderwood Drive
NEIGHBOURHOOD : Forest Hill South
AGENT : Elli Davis , Royal LePage Real Estate Services, Ltd., Brokerage
PRICE : $1,995,000
THE PLACE : Georgian-style mansions in Forest Hill might seem like they’re a dime a dozen, but this one stands out, with a front yard sculpted by Eden Tree Design and a bright red door à la American Beauty.
BRAGGING RIGHTS : A garage-cum–man cave that’s actually stylish. The radiator—now spray-painted black—and the original exposed red brick (the house was built in 1933) give the room a swanky loft feel (instead of a cliché, Tim-the-Tool-Man-Taylor feel).
BIG SELLING POINT : It’s newly renovated. The homeowners spent a year remodelling the kitchen and bathroom, converting the garage, refurbishing the landscaping and reappointing much of the interior (complete with black chandeliers brought over from London, England) before they learned they had to suddenly return to their home across the pond.
POSSIBLE DEAL BREAKER : The bedroom painted a startlingly garish shade of fuchsia may hurt your eyes. Sure, it can be repainted—but it’ll take at least four coats of primer just to get it back to neutral.
BY THE NUMBERS :
• $1,995,000
• $10,123.63 in 2011 taxes
• 5 bedrooms
• 5 bathrooms
• 1 wood-burning fireplace
• 1 in-ground swimming pool
84425 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_intro-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_intro.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_intro.jpg 656 375 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_intro/ aug11hotwelderwood_intro 0 0
84427 We like the feel of this place already. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_3-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_3.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_3.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_3/ aug11hotwelderwood_3 0 0
We like the feel of this place already.
84428 Art ladder? Ladder art? 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_4-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_4.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_4.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_4/ aug11hotwelderwood_4 0 0
Art ladder? Ladder art?
84429 Classy and elegant living room 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_5-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_5.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_5.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_5/ aug11hotwelderwood_5 0 0
Classy and elegant living room
84430 The light fixtures on the walls are...interesting. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_6-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_6.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_6.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_6/ aug11hotwelderwood_6 0 0
The light fixtures on the walls are…interesting.
84431 The dining room and kitchen 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_8-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_8.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_8.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_8/ aug11hotwelderwood_8 0 0
The dining room and kitchen
84432 Lots of countertop and storage space 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_9-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_9.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_9.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_9/ aug11hotwelderwood_9 0 0
Lots of countertop and storage space
84433 Newly renovated with modern updates 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_10-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_10.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_10.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_10/ aug11hotwelderwood_10 0 0
Newly renovated with modern updates
84434 The dining room isn’t large, but it is comfy 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_12-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_12.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_12.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_12/ aug11hotwelderwood_12 0 0
The dining room isn’t large, but it is comfy
84435 Exposed brick, air ducts and an old-timey radiator? Ladies and gentlemen, the trendy downtown condo room. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_13-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_13.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_13.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_13/ aug11hotwelderwood_13 0 0
Exposed brick, air ducts and an old-timey radiator? Ladies and gentlemen, the trendy downtown condo room.
84436 The exposed brick is a nice touch; the radiator we’re not so sure about. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_14-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_14.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_14.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_14/ aug11hotwelderwood_14 0 0
The exposed brick is a nice touch; the radiator we’re not so sure about.
84437 Master bedroom 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_16-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_16.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_16.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_16/ aug11hotwelderwood_16 0 0
Master bedroom
84438 For a big house, the bedroom isn’t particularly large 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_17-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_17.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_17.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_17/ aug11hotwelderwood_17 0 0
For a big house, the bedroom isn’t particularly large
84439 The renovated ensuite bathroom with an old-timey tub 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_19-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_19.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_19.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_19/ aug11hotwelderwood_19 0 0
The renovated ensuite bathroom with an old-timey tub
84440 The space is interesting—but a touch squishy. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_20-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_20.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_20.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_20/ aug11hotwelderwood_20 0 0
The space is interesting—but a touch squishy.
84441 The shower 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_21-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_21.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_21.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_21/ aug11hotwelderwood_21 0 0
The shower
84442 We assume the teddies, the bunny and the doll appreciate the ornate chandelier. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_22-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_22.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_22.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_22/ aug11hotwelderwood_22 0 0
We assume the teddies, the bunny and the doll appreciate the ornate chandelier.
84443 Oh dear... 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_23-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_23.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_23.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_23/ aug11hotwelderwood_23 0 0
Oh dear…
84444 MAYA 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_24-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_24.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_24.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_24/ aug11hotwelderwood_24 0 0
MAYA
84445 The study 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_25-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_25.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_25.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_25/ aug11hotwelderwood_25 0 0
The study
84446 The den 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_26-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_26.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_26.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_26/ aug11hotwelderwood_26 0 0
The den
84447 A guest room in the attic 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_27-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_27.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_27.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_27/ aug11hotwelderwood_27 0 0
A guest room in the attic
84448 Not a bad amount of space 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_28-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_28.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_28.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_28/ aug11hotwelderwood_28 0 0
Not a bad amount of space
84449 Downstairs living space with a sizeable fireplace 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_29-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_29.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_29.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_29/ aug11hotwelderwood_29 0 0
Downstairs living space with a sizeable fireplace
84450 The playroom 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_30-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_30.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_30.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_30/ aug11hotwelderwood_30 0 0
The playroom
84451 The backyard pool 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_32-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_32.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_32.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_32/ aug11hotwelderwood_32 0 0
The backyard pool
84452 The backyard space is the perfect size for a family. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_33-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_33.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_33.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_33/ aug11hotwelderwood_33 0 0
The backyard space is the perfect size for a family.
84453 The hedge and trees provide the requisite amount of privacy. 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_34-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_34.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_34.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_34/ aug11hotwelderwood_34 0 0
The hedge and trees provide the requisite amount of privacy.
84426 A large front yard for anybody who needs a gardening fix 41 Elderwood Drive https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_2-96x96.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_2.jpg https://torontolife.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/aug11HOTWElderwood_2.jpg 624 410 [] https://torontolife.com/real-estate/house-family-friend-forest-hill-home/slide/aug11hotwelderwood_2/ aug11hotwelderwood_2 0 0
A large front yard for anybody who needs a gardening fix
you know “timey” is not a real word.
Lovely home but when they turn a garage into living space the driveway should not come right up to that new living space. The planters are nice but ideally there should be a separation of driveway and home by a proper planted garden.
very nice indeed. While TL have made some great gains with the quality of homes they showcase, the comments are getting more retarded…. EH?!
the caption writer is neither informative or funny–just odd.
to me it doesn’t do justice to the neighbourhood…
Real shame the homeowners couldn’t be bothered to hem those curtains.
Well they didn’t spend much on their furnishings Ikea I am guessing and that pink room was alarming I hope that wasn’t for a child. The home itself has no real personality or function not for a family anyhow.
For $2 million, I would have hoped to have indoor parking.
This home is dull and unimpressive. And I agree that the caption-writer is amateurish.
There seems to be a trend in these homes of the week which is expensive sale prices but inexpensive furnishings. Can they not afford professional interior designers?
This presentation is worth a lot of money. And when the featured home is not bringing any “value” to readers, I have to wonder how these “not so special” homes are selected. To what extent TL works with selected real estate agents to present their inventory …
I typically like the captions and the ones in this picture gallery are no exception > of course they are not going to appeal to the boorish carriage trade
Cut some costs and let the caption writer go. They are not needed or desired.
Please hire a stager or designer and bring in some rental furniture for this home. Pronto! Oh, and please paint that pink room.
Nice exterior but the kitchen and the master bedroom are tiny for a $2mm house no? I like how “the study”, “the den” and “the mancave” are all just “rooms with a sofa and a flatscreen”. People who own houses like this must never see their kids (or spouses!) from one end of the month to the the next. Maybe that’s the idea, I suppose. Would still rather live in the beaches if I had this kind of dosh!