32 AMESBURY DR., TORONTO
ASKING PRICE $419,000
SELLING PRICE $417,000
PREVIOUS SELLING PRICE $12,950 (1952)
TAXES $2,858 (2011)
DAYS ON THE MARKET Four
LISTING AGENT Mario Lunardo, Spectrum Realty Services Inc.
The Action: A public open house for this 1½-storey residence brought in 22 parties, including builders hoping to construct a newer and larger version, much like the million-dollar properties popping up in the Amesbury community, agent Mario Lunardo says.
While some homes spend up to a month on the market, this one sold within days to buyers eager to reside there.
What They Got: A 50- by 124-foot piece of land was arranged so this three-bedroom house is surrounded by a deep front lawn, open backyard, private driveway and detached garage.
The sellers – and original owners – kept the property’s layout intact, including the one bathroom upstairs and a kitchen with a walkout to a large deck.
Hardwood floors appear in the fireside living room and dining room, along with a small bedroom on the main floor and two larger bedrooms on an upper level.
Amenities nearby include schools, a plaza and public transit, plus a library, community centre and sports facilities at Amesbury Park.
The Agent’s Take: “The house is situated on a large 50-foot frontage lot – with mature trees – in a great area,” Mr. Lunardo says. “The geography of the area includes pockets of ravine woodlots, many hills and mature trees that contribute to the beauty of this area.”
As for the house, it stands the test of time. “This three-bedroom home was built by award-winning builder, Curran Hall, in 1952,” Mr. Lunardo says. “The brickwork on the home looked good as new, so it just goes to show the importance of quality workmanship.”