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May 18, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM EDT

488 Ontario Street
Cabbagetown-South St. James Town Toronto M4X 1M7

$2,488,000
Residential Freehold beds: 3+1 baths: 5.0

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Open House - May 18, 2025
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM EDT
NOTES: Open House on Sunday, May 18, 2025 2:00PM - 4:00PM
Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential Freehold
MLS® Num:
C12125782
Bedrooms:
3+1
Bathrooms:
5
Magnificent, fully renovated classic Toronto yellow brick Bay-and-Gable 3-storey, 3+1 bed, 5 bath Cabbagetown Victorian offers over 3,200 sq. ft. of refined living space! Exceptionally large with a span measuring 21.7 wide, gracious principal rooms, loads of period details blending 19th-century charm with modern luxury. Soaring 10.5 ceilings, grand 3-storey original sweeping staircase, ceiling medallions, crown mouldings, wood burning fireplace w/white marble mantel, pocket doors & rich hardwood floors create an elegant ambiance for entertaining on a grand scale! Main floor powder room, massive open-concept eat-in kitchen w/stone counters, centre island, gas fireplace & bright breakfast area w/walk out to private patio perfect for morning coffee. Luxurious 2nd-floor has primary suite w/bay window, fireplace, walk-in closet & spa-like ensuite w/heated floors & luxurious steam shower and two additional bedrooms w/full bath offers flexible space for kids, guests, or a home office! Spectacular 3rd-floor family/games room has vaulted ceilings, skylights, wet bar, SUB-ZERO fridge, 4th fireplace & sprawling rooftop terrace w/sweeping city views! Finished lower-level w/sep entrance has heated floors, 2nd kitchen,4th bed, media room & 5th bath ideal for nanny or in-law suite or family movie nights on the big screen TV! Ideally located just steps from Parliament Streets vibrant shops, restaurants, and cafés with easy access to downtown, TTC and parks this iconic Cabbagetown residence is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Torontos architectural heritage reimagined for contemporary urban living.***EXTRAS*** Wired for sound with in-ceiling speakers, 2 furnaces, CAC + 3rd flr A/C unit, rear parking. Two full kitchens + 3rd flr wet bar w/3rd dishwasher & SUB-ZERO bar refrigerator perfect for entertaining large parties on the massive rooftop deck! Heated floors in basement suite & primary ensuite. See attached Feature Sheet for list of improvements. Open House SUNDAY 2-4PM
Under Contract:
Hot Water Tank-Gas
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Att/Row/Townhouse
Home Style:
3-Storey
Approx. Age:
100+
Total Approx Floor Area:
2500-3000
Depth:
102'10"
Frontage:
21'8"
Direction Faces:
West
Bedrooms:
3+1
Bathrooms:
5.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
2
Kitchens in Basement:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
10
Rooms Below Grade:
4
Ensuite Laundry:
No
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Foundation:
Brick
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle, Flat
Basement:
Apartment, Finished with Walk-Out
Fireplace Features:
Family Room, Natural Gas, Wood
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
None
Garage Spaces:
0.0
Parking Features:
Lane, Right Of Way
Parking Spaces:
1
Total Parking Spaces:
1.0
Family Room:
Yes
Possession Details:
30-45 / TBA
Pool:
None
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$10,614.9 / 2024
Assessment:
$- / -
Toronto C08
Cabbagetown-South St. James Town
Toronto
Hospital, Library, Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, School
Accessory Apartment, Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Central Vacuum, In-Law Capability, In-Law Suite, Separate Heating Controls, Storage Area Lockers, Water Heater
Deck, Patio, Security Gate
Alarm System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detector
Hot Water Tank
All electrical light fixtures (except as noted); All main floor kitchen appliances: VIKING paneled door refrigerator/freezer, JENN-AIR 4-burner gas cooktop & grill, KitchenAid electric oven, Panasonic built-in microwave, BOSCH dishwasher; LG front load stacked washer & dryer; Third floor wet bar appliances: Bloomberg dishwasher, SUB-ZERO undercounter fridge; All basement suite kitchen appliances: BOSCH built-in wall oven and microwave, BOSCH dishwasher, smeg 2-burner electric cooktop, SAMSUNG refrigerator/freezer; All window coverings, including California shutters and blinds (as is); ADT alarm equipment; All in-ceiling speakers throughout the home; Central Vacuum Canister (not used/as is); (2) furnaces: Rheem & Ultra Max gas furnaces; Central air conditioner; 3rd floor Mitsubishi wall a/c unit; Hot water tank (rented)
All artwork; Dining room chandelier; All staging furnishings and accessories; All Sonos equipment; gas BBQ; All interior household furniture; All outdoor patio furniture; All wall mounted TVs (brackets to stay)
None
Brick
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Main
Foyer
6'1" × 3'9"
Double Doors, Stained Glass, Tile Floor
Main
Living Room
17'11" × 13'10"
Fireplace, Bay Window, Hardwood Floor
Main
Dining Room
14'5¼" × 13'10"
Hardwood Floor, Sliding Doors, Large Window
Main
Kitchen
19'7" × 13'2"
Eat-in Kitchen, Centre Island, W/O To Patio
Main
Breakfast
13'2" × 12'5"
Combined w/Kitchen, Gas Fireplace, Large Window
Main
Powder Room
6'1" × 2'5½"
2 Pc Bath, Mirrored Walls, Hardwood Floor
Second
Primary Bedroom
22'6" × 20'3"
4 Pc Ensuite, Walk-In Closet(s), Fireplace
Second
Bedroom 2
15'9" × 13'2"
French Doors, Large Window, Broadloom
Second
Bedroom 3
13'2¼" × 13'2"
Double Closet, 3 Pc Ensuite, Large Window
Third
Family Room
29'2" × 17'5"
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Combined w/Game, Broadloom
Third
Game Room
29'2" × 17'5"
W/O To Sundeck, Fireplace, Skylight
Basement
Bedroom 4
16'½" × 10'10"
3 Pc Ensuite, Double Closet, Broadloom
Basement
Media Room
31'4¾" × 19'7"
Above Grade Window, Heated Floor, Pot Lights
Basement
Kitchen
Measurements not available
Stainless Steel Appl, B/I Oven, Heated Floor
Floor
Ensuite
Pieces
Other
Second
Yes
4
13'10" x 9'9" 4 Pc Ensuite, Heated Floor, Tile Floor
Second
No
3
8' x 6'3" 3 Pc Bath, Large Window, Tile Floor
Third
No
3
12'6" x 4'11" 3 Pc Bath, Large Window, Tile Floor
Special Designation:
Unknown
Sewers:
Sewer
Air Conditioning:
Central Air
Central Vacuum:
Yes
Seller Property Info Statement:
No
Laundry Level:
Upper Level
Date Listed:
May 05, 2025
Original Price:
$2,488,000
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Data was last updated May 18, 2025 at 06:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
33
Avg list price:
$1,685,000
Min list price:
$119,900
Max list price:
$3,268,000
Avg days on market:
25
Min days on market:
3
Max days on market:
128
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Toronto C08. Average values are derived using median calculations.
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