Done Deal, 347 Lippincott St., Toronto
347 LIPPINCOTT ST., TORONTO
ASKING PRICE $719,000
SELLING PRICE $710,000
PREVIOUS SELLING PRICES $459,000 (2005); $394,000 (2004); $290,000 (2002)
TAXES $3,994 (2011)
DAYS ON THE MARKET 21
LISTING AGENT Anita Merlo, Bosley Real Estate Ltd.
The Action: This semi-detached house looked as good in advertised photos as it did in person to the surprise of many buyers, including nearly 120 who blew through an open house and dozens of individuals who scheduled appointments at quieter times.
What They Got: Like many south Annex properties, this more than century-old brick house has a 2½-storey plan with classic and contemporary touches, from wood trims and hardwood floors in the open living and dining rooms to a sleek bathroom and galley kitchen with a walkout to the deck.
Sleeping quarters consist of a second floor master suite with French entry to an adjacent den – or bedroom – and a third floor bedroom topped with new skylights and roofing above.
There is laneway parking off the 14- by-139-sq.ft. grounds and a public parking lot to the north, as well as a subway station, shops, cafes and restaurants nearby for those who travel on foot.
The Agent's Take: "It's was so close to Bloor and it had parking," agent Anita Merlo said. "It had a fantastic backyard: it was a little oasis with a professionally landscaped perennial garden."
The property was equally impressive indoors. "[The seller]goes by the minimalist approach – less is more – to show off the bones of the house," Ms. Merlo said. "It was open, clean and bright – very natural looking – but also updated."