There’s a certain kind of house that feels made for family life, and 106 Highland Avenue is exactly that. Set well back from the street on an exceptional 39’ x 150’ lot in prime North Rosedale, this handsome red-brick semi offers privacy, space and permanence. Approximately 4,000 sf (total). Completely renovated in 2015 by architect Peter Higgins, it pairs remarkable craftsmanship with thoughtful,
There’s a certain kind of house that feels made for family life, and 106 Highland Avenue is exactly that. Set well back from the street on an exceptional 39’ x 150’ lot in prime North Rosedale, this handsome red-brick semi offers privacy, space and permanence. Approximately 4,000 sf (total). Completely renovated in 2015 by architect Peter Higgins, it pairs remarkable craftsmanship with thoughtful, enduring design. Step into the foyer, where heated floors & a fluted wood feature wall offer the first glimpse of the detail found throughout. The main floor features a chef’s kitchen with Wolf & Miele appliances and generous island seating, opening to a large dining area. Beyond, the family room overlooks the expansive rear garden, while the elegant living room features a gas fireplace & stone mantel. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers 2 walk-in closets, its own gas fireplace, & a beautifully appointed ensuite with deep soaker tub. A 2nd spacious bedroom includes a 4-piece ensuite & walk-in closet. The 3rd floor features 2 oversized, light-filled bedrooms with custom built-ins, a shared 3-piece bath and an additional laundry room. The L/L is exceptionally functional, with high ceilings & a walkout. A heated-floor mudroom provides plenty of storage, while the expansive rec room offers space to play & work, including a dedicated office area. An additional bedroom or gym, 3-piece bath & laundry room complete the level. Outside, the rear garden is beautifully centred around an elegant fountain, creating a tranquil setting for entertaining. A long private driveway & the home’s generous setback create an added sense of privacy, while a covered side storage area keeps bikes, & all the equipment of family life neatly out of the way. Walk to Summerhill Market for Saturday-morning groceries, wander the nearby ravine trails, & enjoy close proximity to Branksome Hall & Whitney Junior P. S.- all while coming home to a quiet, established North Rosedale street.
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The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is a thriving metropolitan ecosystem of 24 diverse municipalities, more than 100,000 companies and a population of over 6 million people representing 100 languages and dialects. It is the epicentre of Canada’s economy and an international centre of commerce, technology and research. As a region brimming over with every opportunity, the GTA is a magnet for people from across the country and from around the world— with a dynamic real estate market to match. The Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is Canada’s thriving economic, financial and commercial capital and is the third largest financial centre in all of North America. It is home to over 100,000 companies, boasts 40% of Canada’s business headquarters, generates close to 20% of the nation’s GDP and is the hub for the country’s financial, automotive, research and technology industries. The GTA encompasses the City of Toronto, which is home to a multicultural population of over 2.6 million people and is distinguished as being one of the five most livable cities in the world in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Global Livability Report (2011). The GTA is also comprised of the surrounding regions of Durham, York, Peel and Halton, which include 24 municipalities: Ajax, Aurora, Brampton, Brock, Burlington, Caledon, Clarington, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, Halton Hills, King Township, Markham, Milton, Mississauga, Newmarket, Oakville, Oshawa, Pickering, Richmond Hill, Scugog, Uxbridge, Whitby, Whitchurch-Stouffville and Vaughan. Those who live in the Greater Toronto Area understand that it’s in its multitude of local neighbourhoods that the region’s vastly diverse personalities come alive. From Toronto’s metropolitan energy, to the quieter appeal of urban towns such as Oakville and Oshawa, to the intimate charm of smaller communities like Newcastle and Uxbridge, our Greater Toronto Area real estate experts can help you discover a neighbourhood and home that meets your unique needs.