$2.1 million for a modern-meets-rustic Aurora Village home

Neighbourhood: Aurora Village Price: $2,125,000 Size: 3,595 square feet Bedrooms: 4+1 Bathrooms: 3 Real estate agents: Khalen Meredith and Kim Nichols, Sotheby’s International Realty

The Place

A four-plus-one-bed, three-bath red-brick in Aurora, this home’s interior is a clash of old and new, pairing 19th-century Quaker-built oak with floor-to-ceiling quartz accent walls and sleek appliances. Its neighbourhood, Aurora Village, reflects that same discordant vibe while still having many big-city conveniences. It’s within walking distance of several parks, public and private schools, the Aurora Farmers Market and the Aurora GO station, and motorists are a quick drive from Highway 404.

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The History

This home was built in 1917. Since then, it’s received upgrade after upgrade, most notably a modernizing renovation conducted by its current owners.

The Tour

The structure’s Federal-style red-brick façade and portico are classic. It comes with large lawns.

The sellers say that Aurora Village is especially friendly. Kids play up and down the streets, and all residents know one another. This place’s porch has historically served as a lounge for lazy afternoon conversations among locals.

In the foyer, residents will find 100-year-old oak lining the walls beyond the striking front door.

Moving along to the living room showcases the home’s varied aesthetic. Oak trim accents the contemporary off-white walls, and that gas fireplace comes with a quartz surround.

At the rear of the home is the sunroom, adorned with a quartz craft table and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors.

Here’s the kitchen, which looks like it was transplanted from a completely different house. It has stainless steel hardware, a centre island for four, tiled floors and cabinets galore.

Even the utensil drawers have built-in accent lights.

Next to the kitchen is the quaint dining room.

This is the first-floor powder room, complete with a floating vanity and plenty of concrete.

Heading upstairs highlights the south-facing landing, lined with a reclaimed-wood banquette and a view of the neighbourhood.

The first of the three secondary bedrooms has been reconfigured into a brightly lit office.

Here’s another one of the bedrooms.

Now for the spa-like five-piece main bathroom. It’s equipped with heated floors, twin vanities, a soaker tub, a rainfall shower and plenty of storage.

The main suite takes up the entire third floor. No need for an alarm clock with the charming skylight embedded into the cathedral ceilings.

Outside, the backyard lawn is huge, and the plentiful tree coverage and tall fences provide privacy.

Would-be owners who love to host may be drawn to the outdoor amenities, such as the patio, the built-in gas grill, the lawn and the shed.

Finally, here’s an aerial shot of the property and its surrounding neighbourhood.

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