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Nestled on a tree-canopied street in sought-after Kensington Village, this exceptional century home offers a rare blend of timeless character, extensive modern upgrades, & an unbeatable inner-city lifestyle. Located just 1 block from Kensington’s vibrant shops, cafés, restaurants, & amenities, this beautifully updated property also enjoys the quiet charm & incredible sense of community that make this area so desirable. Enjoy walking to Riley Park, downtown, schools, pathways, transit, & countless amenities. Originally built in 1911 with a thoughtfully added 2nd storey in the 1990s, this home is far from a typical century property. Extensive permitted upgrades to the plumbing, electrical, HVAC, structural components, windows, & doors provide modern comfort & peace of mind while preserving the home’s historic appeal. Over $150,000 in renovations & improvements were completed in 2022 & 2023 alone. The main floor features 10' ceilings, refinished hardwood floors, triple-pane windows, bright living room with gas fireplace & built-ins, & beautifully designed front entry complete with built-in bench seat & storage. The dining nook showcases a stunning bay window & custom storage bench, while the kitchen offers granite counters, ceiling-high cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, pantry pull-outs, built-in wine storage, touch faucet, central vac kickplate, & stainless steel appliances, including upgraded dishwasher, microwave, & convection range with built-in air fryer. Upstairs, you’ll find 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary retreat featuring vaulted ceilings, walk-in closet, & ensuite with tiled shower & custom built-ins. One secondary bedroom includes vaulted ceilings, built-in desk, Murphy bed with transferable warranty, & custom closet storage, while another features luxury vinyl plank flooring & direct access to private upper balcony overlooking the backyard oasis. Additional upgrades since 2019 include custom window coverings throughout, upgraded railings, spray-fo amed rim joists for improved efficiency, central air conditioning, tankless hot water, whole-home water filtration, reverse osmosis system (2025) plumbed to the fridge, water softener, fibre optic internet, hardwired network ports, central vacuum, upgraded 200-amp electrical service with surge protection, replacement of Poly-B plumbing with PEX, updated sewer line with backflow preventers, shingles replaced in 2014, & triple-pane windows replaced in 2020 and 2021. The structurally reinforced basement offers excellent functionality, with a relocated laundry featuring exterior venting, a sink rough-in, & walkout access to the backyard. Outside, the fully fenced yard creates a private urban retreat with multiple outdoor living spaces, including a covered front patio, lower backyard patio and deck, upper balcony, gas BBQ hook-up, gas firepit, stone pathways, flower beds, ornamental plum tree, paved alley access, & double garage. Additional features: pre-installed hot tub wiring & stained deck & fence (2025). (id:55690)
| Bathroom Total | 2 | Bedrooms Above Ground | 3 |
| Bedrooms Total | 3 | Appliances | Washer, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Stove, Dryer, Microwave, Window Coverings |
| Basement Development | Unfinished | Basement Features | Separate Entrance, Walk Out |
| Basement Type | Full (unfinished) | Constructed Date | 1911 |
| Construction Material | Wood Frame | Construction Style Attachment | Detached |
| Cooling Type | Central Air Conditioning | Exterior Finish | Vinyl Siding |
| Fireplace Present | Yes | Fireplace Total | 1 |
| Flooring Type | Carpeted, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood | Foundation Type | Poured Concrete |
| Heating Fuel | Natural Gas | Heating Type | Forced Air |
| Stories Total | 2 | Size Interior | 1305 Sqft |
| Total Finished Area | 1304.71 Sqft | Type | House |
| Detached Garage | 2 |
| Other |
| Acreage | No | Fence Type | Fence |
| Land Amenities | Park, Playground, Schools, Shopping | Landscape Features | Landscaped |
| Size Depth | 38.5 M | Size Frontage | 9.17 M |
| Size Irregular | 3788.90 | Size Total | 3788.9 Sqft|0-4,050 Sqft |
| Size Total Text | 3788.9 Sqft|0-4,050 Sqft | Zoning Description | M-cg D72 |
| Level | Type | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Main Level | 4pc Bathroom | 6.75 Ft x 6.25 Ft |
| Main Level | Dining Room | 7.58 Ft x 8.08 Ft |
| Main Level | Kitchen | 12.17 Ft x 16.25 Ft |
| Main Level | Living Room | 19.25 Ft x 17.33 Ft |
| Upper Level | 3pc Bathroom | 8.42 Ft x 12.00 Ft |
| Upper Level | Bedroom | 7.58 Ft x 13.58 Ft |
| Upper Level | Bedroom | 11.75 Ft x 6.75 Ft |
| Upper Level | Primary Bedroom | 13.00 Ft x 18.42 Ft |
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