The backstory

This house had me at hello.   Seriously.   The first time I clapped eyes on her from the from the curb, I just knew.   The porch, the garden the curb appeal had me hooked.   In fact, I've spent more time debating a shoe purchase than I did to buy this place.


The Good:  Cute street with neighbourhood vibe and porch culture.   I also loved the layout, which is a classic Toronto urban setup with the living room and  dining room up front; the kitchen in the back. It also had the biggest deck ever.

Upstairs I have two decent sized bedrooms and a finished basement with more room than I need.
The house was also in good shape and in move -in condition with room to improve and add value when budget allowed.

The Bad: The kitchen and upstairs bathroom need updating.   I'm over my claw foot tub!  I  also didn't care for the Tuscan yellow main floor paint.   And  I knew I'd have to replace the old knob and tube wiring and old furnace before my insurance company would even think about insuring the place.


But I'm slowly tackling  projects one at a time, room by room. I have a lot of ideas and a wish list a mile long.   Stay tuned.