1620 CRESTVIEW AVE., MISSISSAUGA, ONT.
ASKING PRICE $999,000
SELLING PRICE $1,026,000
TAXES $8,168 (2013)
DAYS ON THE MARKET Eight
LISTING AGENTS Irene Kaushansky and Philip Brown, Keller Williams Neighbourhood Realty
The Action: Some buyers were hesitant about this custom bungalow fearing, the underused plaza next door could be redeveloped in the future. In fact, the property's location in a prime school district in Mississauga was crucial for a buyer who made a substantial bid on the offer date.
What They Got: Five years ago, the long-time homeowners of an original bungalow on a 118-by-164-foot lot replaced it with this roughly 1,500-square-foot version with two bedrooms, multiple entertaining areas and a built-in garage.
Hardwood floors and crown mouldings add classic details to a fireside living room, open dining and cooking area with granite counters, island and Miele and Wolf appliances, as well as double doors to a deck.
Heated floors add warmth to two of three bathrooms, including a five-piece master en suite and a guest bathroom in the basement by a third bedroom, gym and recreation room.
The Agent's Take: "The current owners did such a great job – not just with the renovation and construction, but decorating and putting it together – so we didn't even have to help them declutter," says agent Irene Kaushanksy, who fielded inquiries from downsizers and families looking to add onto the home.
"[Plus] the way it was built now gave buyers some good options to build on without destroying what's already there."
Even the outdoor space allowed room to grow.
"It's a really large property – 118-by-164 feet – which is not uncommon for Mineola, although it is a little bit bigger than many," adds Ms. Kaushansky. "There are lots of options – you could put in a play set and swimming pool and still have room for a yard."
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