142 Glendale Ave

Welcome to the Grande Dame of Glendale! Located on the coveted westside of RoncesvallesAve., this impressive property is on the market forthe first time in over a quarter-century. Elegantly set back and above thestreet, this home commands respect with a solid brick Dutch gable facadeand chimney profile. Watch the world go by from the generous Front Porch onground level or from the 2nd floor Deck above. Large Principal Rooms withan abundance of windows contribute to this bright andairy home. The main floor features: a front Living Room with fireplace,Central Hall, and an open Kitchen/Dining room to the rear. A pocket doorbetween the spaces enhances the multi-purpose adaptability of this design.The back Den has a western exposure for afternoon light and the main-floorPowder Room adjoins a walk-in Cloakroom for all the convenience a growingfamily needs. The split-level exterior back Deck is great forindoor/outdoor living in the large, sunny, and west-facing Backyard. Onthe 2nd floor, the Primary Bedroom is large enough to allow an en-suiteBathroom addition, while the 2nd-floor Sleeping Porch off one of theBedrooms has long been used as a children's Toy Zone. The third floorfeatures an additional two Bedrooms with sloped ceilings under the eves. Acommon Closet space on this level has potential for another Bathroom, ifneeded. The unfinished Basement has an almost 7 foot clear height waitingfor your reno creativity. A block to High Park with sports fields, hockeyrink, dog park, the zoo, and tennis courts. Two blocks from the heart ofRoncesvalles with shops, cafes, restaurants, the Library and TTC transit.The property is a short bike ride south to the Martin Goodman Waterfronttrail and Lake Ontario beaches. Public open houses may 11.12 2-4 both days

EXTRAS: foyer fireplace decorative, living room and primary bedroom fireplaces wood burning