SOLD
2 + 1 BEDROOMS
2 BATHROOMS
Welcome to 162 Westlake Avenue
This cute as can be starter home in the Woodbine and Danforth is very deceiving from the outside!
Woodbine and Lumsden is a diverse neighbourhood. Many of the homes are older, dating back to the early to mid-20th century, giving the neighbourhood a charming, established feel. 162 Westlake Avenue is a century old charming starter home.
The area consists of families, young professionals, and older residents. It’s known for its community-oriented atmosphere.
The neighbourhood has several parks, with Stan Wadlow Park being the most notable. It features sports facilities, playgrounds, and an outdoor pool, making it a hub for local activities.
The area is well-served by public transit, with the Woodbine and Main Street subway stations nearby, making it easy to commute to downtown Toronto and other parts of the city. The GO station is walking distance and one stop to Union.
About The Home
- The main floor is full of character. A cozy and welcoming living room with an electric fireplace (Antique Circa 1920’s). And a separate dining area. This home has lots of natural light. The main floor has original gum wood trim which lends to its character of this century old home.
- The kitchen is very functional and leads out into the large and sunny garden.
- There are two cozy bedrooms on the main floor area with closets. And a bathroom with soaker tub.
- The basement has been recently renovated. Boasting 8 foot ceilings! This basement has so much potential. It hosts the laundry area. A large and modern bathroom. You can have a family room, play room and bedroom in the large and open area.
- Additionally, plumbing has been roughed in to add a wet bar or kitchen in the basement.
- The garden is great and large for a young family. And for those that enjoy entertaining in the summer months.
Features & Improvements
- New boiler (Instinct Triangle Tube) installed in 2021 with tankless water heater (owned)
- Back patio installed in 2021
- Rebuilding of front porch in 2021
- Underpinning of basement in 2022: 8 feet 2 inches
- In floor heating in basement in 2022
- Finished basement in 2024
- New basement windows in 2023
- Front pathway built in 2023
- Legal parking pad
- 2024 Property taxes: $3,433.38
- Square footage: approx 750 (main floor); 1500 including basement
Additional Information
Possession | 30/60 days
Property Taxes | $3,433.38 / 2024
Size | Approx. 1,500 square feet including the basement
Lot Size | 25 x 100 feet
Parking | Legal front pad
Features & Improvements | Newly dug down and renovated 8 foot in height basement. Roof recently done.
Inclusions | Appliances (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer & dryer, microwave), window coverings (living room blinds, curtain rods), lighting fixtures (all permanent light fixtures), outdoor items (garden sheds, built-in planter boxes, black bench with storage), interior fixtures (built-in shelving/closet organizers in front bedroom)
Exclusions | Personal items (TV and TV bracket, all drapes, furniture, wall hangings and decor, shelving in back bedroom, shelf in upstairs bathroom), outdoor items (string lights, fire pit, BBQ, backyard furniture, umbrellas, privacy screens, backyard dining table/chairs, porch furniture, beige storage cabinets, items in garden sheds)
Other | The front porch is ideal for lazing away in the summer months, reading a book and enjoying a glass of wine. 162 Westlake Avenue is on the quietest block of Westlake. This home also has a legal front parking pad.
