$1,348,800
656 Shaw Street, Toronto, ON M6G 3L7
Palmerston-Little Italy · C01
Listing courtesy of ENGEL & VOLKERS TORONTO CITY
Palmerston-Little Italy · C01 · M6H 2P1
$1,450,000
$725 / sq ft3 weeks on market
If you value large scale and versatility, this grand three-storey Edwardian on a 25' x 137' lot will offer you choices. Be charmed by the original stained glass, hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, oversized windows & an optimized east-facing front porch. With over 3000 SqFt of usable space in the entire home, reimagine a single-family home, multigenerational living or continue generating rental income by maintaining separation. 2 entrances are located at the front & 1 on the side. The currently tenanted main level of approximately 850 SqFt features generous storage and walk-in closets. The staircase to the second and third floors are exceptionally wide. The upper levels have been recently vacated by the owner and form one spacious unit of approx 1,500 SqFt ideal for an owner's residence or rental suite. The generous layout features separate living and dining rooms, a den, three generously sized bedrooms and two full 4-piece bathrooms. The basement, accessible via the side entrance, provides additional square footage. It was previously used as a separate living space with a kitchen, washroom and 3 additional rooms with windows. The deep west-facing backyard unfolds into distinct zones for gardening, play & entertaining, creating a private urban retreat with afternoon and evening sun. A legal front-yard parking pad adds valuable urban convenience. Ideally situated just north of College Street, walk to the highly rated Dewson St School & north to the subway, Dufferin Mall, CTA High School and neighbourhood parks. The Ossington Strip, Little Italy, Trinity Bellwoods, independent shops and cafés are all nearby, with the University of Toronto just a quick commute away. A distinguished Toronto grand dame held by the same family for more than 55 years with remarkable proportions, enduring character and incredible possibilities - ready for your design, update or renovate and become part of its story.
15 rooms. Dimensions as published by the listing brokerage.
| Room | Level | Dimensions | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foyer | Main | 1.00 × 1.50 m3.3 × 4.9 ft | Double Doors |
| Living Room | Main | 4.06 × 3.45 m13.3 × 11.3 ft | Hardwood Floor · Stained Glass · Moulded Ceiling |
| Kitchen | Main | 3.77 × 3.45 m12.4 × 11.3 ft | Overlooks Backyard · Window · Eat-in Kitchen |
| Office | Main | 2.51 × 2.19 m8.2 × 7.2 ft | Hardwood Floor · Window · Overlooks Backyard |
| Bedroom | Main | 4.67 × 3.39 m15.3 × 11.1 ft | Hardwood Floor · Walk-In Closet(s) · Overlooks Backyard |
| Living Room | Second | 4.55 × 3.97 m14.9 × 13.0 ft | Hardwood Floor · Large Window · W/O To Terrace |
| Kitchen | Second | 3.86 × 3.31 m12.7 × 10.9 ft | Overlooks Backyard · Window · Eat-in Kitchen |
| Dining Room | Second | 5.08 × 3.07 m16.7 × 10.1 ft | Hardwood Floor · Large Window · Overlooks Backyard |
| Office | Second | 3.28 × 2.44 m10.8 × 8.0 ft | Hardwood Floor · Stained Glass · Overlooks Frontyard |
| Primary Bedroom | Third | 4.13 × 3.77 m13.5 × 12.4 ft | Hardwood Floor · Bay Window · Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Bedroom 2 | Third | 4.90 × 2.81 m16.1 × 9.2 ft | Hardwood Floor · Bay Window · Closet |
| Bedroom 3 | Third | 4.21 × 3.26 m13.8 × 10.7 ft | Hardwood Floor · Bay Window · Closet |
| Kitchen | Basement | 3.90 × 11.40 m12.8 × 37.4 ft | — |
| Living Room | Basement | 3.84 × 2.77 m12.6 × 9.1 ft | — |
| Bedroom | Basement | 3.96 × 3.53 m13.0 × 11.6 ft | — |
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$1,348,800
Palmerston-Little Italy · C01
Listing courtesy of ENGEL & VOLKERS TORONTO CITY