41 Wychwood Ave., Toronto
ASKING PRICE $599,000
SELLING PRICE $625,000
PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $435,000 (2006); $279,250 (2000)
TAXES $3,875 (2010)
DAYS ON THE MARKET Seven
LISTING AGENT Sarah Giacomelli, Chestnut Park Real Estate Ltd.
The Action: Situated directly across from the popular Wychwood Barns arts and culture centre, this semi-detached house fetched five offers on the Monday following two open houses on the weekend.
What They Got: This two-storey residence was likely an old worker's cottage built in the early 20th century, but was recently modernized with new roofing, heating and cooling systems and second floor bathroom with heated ceramic floors, among other things.
Exposed wood beams and columns appear in the sky lit foyer, an open dining area and a central kitchen, which also has exposed brick walls, stainless steel appliances, pot lights and new hardwood floors that flow throughout.
The rear living room has a custom cherry media unit and bar, plus a walkout to a two-tiered deck and professionally landscaped yard.
Two original bedrooms were rearranged to create a third upstairs.
Outside, a rare private driveway offers two-car parking.
The Agent's Take: "That was in a particularly good location because it was overlooking the park," says agent Sarah Giacomelli. "The organic market is held every Saturday morning in the barns, which is very appealing."
Furthermore, buyers appreciated the property's makeover. "[The sellers]did all the right things to make it very appealing," Ms. Giacomelli adds.