33 NORTON AVE., TORONTO
ASKING PRICE $579,000
SELLING PRICE $597,000
PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $392,000 (2009) ; $293,000 (2008); $284,000 (2006); $86,500 (1986)
TAXES $2,852 (2013)
DAYS ON THE MARKET Eight
LISTING AGENTS Lina Risi and Sandra Pate, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Johnston and Daniel Division
The Action: Winning a bidding war has become a common entry requirement to purchasing a house in the popular Corso Italia neighbourhood, and the buyers of this renovated, semi-detached house late last year were no exception.
What They Got: A previous owner gave this 1920s residence modern updates with timeless appeal, such as crown mouldings, pot lights and hardwood floors in the living and dining areas, and heated ceramic floors, granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a garden door in the eat-in kitchen.
Three bedrooms round out the top floor, while a den completes the lower level, which has a separate rear entry, a private, south-facing yard and an oversized garage with loft storage.
The Agent's Take: "It was just a good house that met a lot of requirements that first-time buyers are looking for," agent Lina Risi said. "It was renovated in move-in condition and was open concept with the kitchen and three bathrooms done."
Buyers also found extras outside on the 16-by-106-foot lot. "In that price range, you don't often get a garage with stairs going to a loft with ample storage," Ms. Risi added.
"[Plus] the location is great because it's up by Dufferin and St. Clair, so it's within a block of streetcars, shops and all the goodness that St. Clair has to offer."
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