Bayview Woods–Steeles: A suburban classic ideal for raising a family
Sold for: $1,949,500 Listing price: $1,998,888 Date sold: February 21, 2023 Bedrooms: 4+1 Bathrooms: 4 Size: 4,000 square feet This brick fortress spent seven days on the market before selling for nearly $50,000 under asking. What it lacks in curb appeal, it makes up for in sheer size. The sellers also spent $250,000 on a pre-sale renovation, which included a revamped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and all new light fixtures. The home’s main attraction is its finished basement with hardwood floors and a kitchen—perfect as a party room or a separate rental suite. It’s also within walking distance of the Richmond Hill GO line, Zion Heights Middle School and A. Y. Jackson Secondary School.




The Beaches: A tall and skinny detached with a fun backyard
Sold for: $1,950,000 Listing price: $1,949,999 Date sold: February 16, 2023 Bedrooms: 3+1 Bathrooms: 4 Size: 2,100 square feet
A budget of $2 million is also enough to buy a detached closer to downtown. Here, residents trade square footage for walkability as well as proximity to Kingston Road, Lake Shore Boulevard and several TTC lines. Still, this two-storey pad is sneakily large: it hides a finished basement, a home office and a suburban-style backyard complete with a hot tub. The interior mixes contemporary and rustic, with custom light fixtures and wood accents throughout. It also has a French-door walk-out to the front porch. The previous owners sold just above asking after only one day on the market.





Alderwood: A modernist box with sleek decor






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