Sale of the Week: The house that shows what $1 million gets you in Moss Park

Sale of the Week: The house that shows what $1 million gets you in Moss Park

Listed At
$925,000
Sold For
$1,050,000

Address: 317 Ontario Street

Neighbourhood: Moss Park

Agent: David Harland, Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage


The property: A revamped three-bedroom townhouse in Moss Park.


The history: The sellers bought the property a decade ago and redid the whole main floor. They put in plank oak flooring and built-in bookcases, and they revamped the kitchen with new cabinetry and countertops. They completed their renovations in 2015. Now, their family is growing, so they’re moving to a bigger home, closer to recreational areas.


The fate: The house is move-in ready. To the selling agent’s knowledge, the buyer isn’t planning to make any significant changes.


The sale: The sellers knew they were just outside of prime Cabbagetown, so they priced below a million dollars to generate more interest. After a flood of showings, four offers came in. As the sellers debated which one to work with, each potential buyer increased their bid. Although two offers were very close, the sellers went with the highest, at $125,000 over asking.


By the numbers:

  • $1,050,000
  • $4836.46 in taxes (2016)
  • 1,990 square feet
  • 8 days on MLS
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 parking spaces

The living room is at the front of the house:

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The dining room:

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The family room and kitchen are at the back of the house:

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The kitchen has custom cabinetry and Caesarstone countertops:

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Built-in bookshelves are always a plus:

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There are three bedrooms on the second floor of the house. This one has some built-in shelving and cool wallpaper:

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This bedroom at the back of the house has a Juliet balcony:

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And here’s the master bedroom:

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And the backyard:

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