Award-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1M
October 26, 2018
Award-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1M
This historic home in St. Catharines, Ontario recently sold at just over $1 million. A masterful example of mid-century modern architecture, the home's award-winning design has been meticulously maintained while adding modern updates, resulting in a 2-bedroom, 3-bath, two-level home that is truly one of a kind.
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The Lapierre Residence
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The home is known as the Lapierre residence, named for the family that commissioned the home from architect James E. Secord, who studied at Harvard with Walter Gropius, founder of the Bauhaus school and regarded as a pioneer of modernist architecture.<br></br> To see another architecturally significant Canadian home, check out this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/rare-cube-condo-up-for-sale-in-montreals-famed-habitat-67-asking-1-4m-1921344/">"cube condo" in Montreal's famed Habitat 67</a>.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MThe Lapierre Residence
PHOTO 1 of 28READ LESS -The home is known as the Lapierre residence, named for the family that commissioned the home from architect James E. Secord, who studied at Harvard with Walter Gropius, founder of the Bauhaus school and regarded as a pioneer of modernist architecture.<br></br> To see another architecturally significant Canadian home, check out this <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/rare-cube-condo-up-for-sale-in-montreals-famed-habitat-67-asking-1-4m-1921344/">"cube condo" in Montreal's famed Habitat 67</a>.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Sold!
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The 2-bedroom, 3-bath home with 3,000 square feet of expansive interior space sold not long after going on the market, priced at $1,039,000.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MSold!
PHOTO 2 of 28READ LESS -The 2-bedroom, 3-bath home with 3,000 square feet of expansive interior space sold not long after going on the market, priced at $1,039,000.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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History
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The home has been profiled in such publications as <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/real-estate/in-st-catharines-a-revealing-modernism/article1373281/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The <em>Globe and Mail</em></a>, which relates some of its rich history. "In the late 1950s, Dr. and Mrs. Armand Lapierre asked St. Catharines architect James E. Secord (1918-79) to design a home for them on Wood-Dale Drive near the bottom of the Niagara escarpment," explains a 2010 profile. "While the Lapierres asked for a conservative, three-storey house, the strong-willed Mr. Secord (related to Laura Secord) made a case for a daring modernist design to take advantage of the topographically challenging wooded lot."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MHistory
PHOTO 3 of 28READ LESS -The home has been profiled in such publications as <a href="https://www.theglobeandmail.com/real-estate/in-st-catharines-a-revealing-modernism/article1373281/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The <em>Globe and Mail</em></a>, which relates some of its rich history. "In the late 1950s, Dr. and Mrs. Armand Lapierre asked St. Catharines architect James E. Secord (1918-79) to design a home for them on Wood-Dale Drive near the bottom of the Niagara escarpment," explains a 2010 profile. "While the Lapierres asked for a conservative, three-storey house, the strong-willed Mr. Secord (related to Laura Secord) made a case for a daring modernist design to take advantage of the topographically challenging wooded lot."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Award-Winning Design
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Along with its architectural pedigree, the home has won two significant awards. Back in 1961, it received the silver Massey Medal; and in 2010, the home was awarded the Ontario Association of Architects Landmark Award – one of two residential homes honoured by this prestigious award, which has also been presented to such structures as the CN Tower, Ontario Place, Eaton Centre and TD Centre.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MAward-Winning Design
PHOTO 4 of 28READ LESS -Along with its architectural pedigree, the home has won two significant awards. Back in 1961, it received the silver Massey Medal; and in 2010, the home was awarded the Ontario Association of Architects Landmark Award – one of two residential homes honoured by this prestigious award, which has also been presented to such structures as the CN Tower, Ontario Place, Eaton Centre and TD Centre.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Foot Bridge
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A charming foot bridge leads up to the home, traversing a small river rock creek.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MFoot Bridge
PHOTO 5 of 28READ LESS -A charming foot bridge leads up to the home, traversing a small river rock creek.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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7th Owners
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The new owners are just the seventh since the home's construction in 1960. "The house is a true show piece," <a href="http://15wooddaledr.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">declares the listing</a>. "When people drive by everyone slows down to get a closer look."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1M7th Owners
PHOTO 6 of 28READ LESS -The new owners are just the seventh since the home's construction in 1960. "The house is a true show piece," <a href="http://15wooddaledr.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">declares the listing</a>. "When people drive by everyone slows down to get a closer look."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Open Concept
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"The layout and flow of the house is open concept, – with the majority of the doors being pocket doors to keep the flow from room to room," explains the listing.<br></br> These are the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/the-25-best-canadian-cities-to-buy-real-estate-in-2018-revealed-1920303/">25 best Canadian cities to buy real estate in in 2018 </a>.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MOpen Concept
PHOTO 7 of 28READ LESS -"The layout and flow of the house is open concept, – with the majority of the doors being pocket doors to keep the flow from room to room," explains the listing.<br></br> These are the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/the-25-best-canadian-cities-to-buy-real-estate-in-2018-revealed-1920303/">25 best Canadian cities to buy real estate in in 2018 </a>.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Rosewood, Maple and Cherry
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The hardwood flooring — made from maple, rosewood and cherry — was refinished in 2018.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MRosewood, Maple and Cherry
PHOTO 8 of 28READ LESS -The hardwood flooring — made from maple, rosewood and cherry — was refinished in 2018.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Surround Sound Throughout
9/28Surround Sound Throughout
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The home has been outfitted with surround-sound speakers throughout, which intensifies the experience of watching a Hollywood blockbuster on the widescreen TV.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MSurround Sound Throughout
PHOTO 9 of 28READ LESS -The home has been outfitted with surround-sound speakers throughout, which intensifies the experience of watching a Hollywood blockbuster on the widescreen TV.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
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"The floor-to-ceiling windows bring the outside in," notes the listing, "regardless of whether you are enjoying breakfast in the kitchen or relaxing in the living room."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MFloor-to-Ceiling Windows
PHOTO 10 of 28READ LESS -"The floor-to-ceiling windows bring the outside in," notes the listing, "regardless of whether you are enjoying breakfast in the kitchen or relaxing in the living room."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Construction Quality
11/28Construction Quality
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Declaring the home to be "incredibly built," the listing points out that contractors who have examined the home have "been in awe of the construction and architecture. The wood on the ceiling is impressive and beautifully done and we just refinished all the wood floors so they are looking smashing. The massive wooden beams are incredible and impossible to find in a new home. The extra set of windows at the top just give it that je ne sais quoi. It is hard not to be struck by it when you walk in."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MConstruction Quality
PHOTO 11 of 28READ LESS -Declaring the home to be "incredibly built," the listing points out that contractors who have examined the home have "been in awe of the construction and architecture. The wood on the ceiling is impressive and beautifully done and we just refinished all the wood floors so they are looking smashing. The massive wooden beams are incredible and impossible to find in a new home. The extra set of windows at the top just give it that je ne sais quoi. It is hard not to be struck by it when you walk in."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Rainy Day Delights
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"When it rains, it is simply the best," explains the listing. "To be indoors amongst all the windows and hear the rain fall and see it from all sides is beyond."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MRainy Day Delights
PHOTO 12 of 28READ LESS -"When it rains, it is simply the best," explains the listing. "To be indoors amongst all the windows and hear the rain fall and see it from all sides is beyond."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Idyllic Garden
13/28Idyllic Garden
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The home is situated on a double lot, which, notes the listing, provides "a marvellous garden all around the home. There are red breasted robins and blue jays and the occasional rabbit that hops through. So serene and peaceful... it’s fairy tale idyllic."<br></br> These <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/small-towns-canada-gorgeous-real-estate-1916053/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 tiny towns in Canada offer some gorgeous real estate</a>.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MIdyllic Garden
PHOTO 13 of 28READ LESS -The home is situated on a double lot, which, notes the listing, provides "a marvellous garden all around the home. There are red breasted robins and blue jays and the occasional rabbit that hops through. So serene and peaceful... it’s fairy tale idyllic."<br></br> These <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/small-towns-canada-gorgeous-real-estate-1916053/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 tiny towns in Canada offer some gorgeous real estate</a>.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Wraparound Deck
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"The wraparound deck is divine," adds the listing. "Curling up with a good book and a nice glass of wine while overlooking the amazing garden can’t be beat."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MWraparound Deck
PHOTO 14 of 28READ LESS -"The wraparound deck is divine," adds the listing. "Curling up with a good book and a nice glass of wine while overlooking the amazing garden can’t be beat."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Inside Out
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French doors access the wraparound deck, adding to an expansive sense of space, while the massive windows bring the outside indoors.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MInside Out
PHOTO 15 of 28READ LESS -French doors access the wraparound deck, adding to an expansive sense of space, while the massive windows bring the outside indoors.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Ideal for Entertaining
16/28Ideal for Entertaining
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"The house is simply <em>the best</em> for entertaining — whether it is an intimate dinner party or a larger gathering," the listing points out.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MIdeal for Entertaining
PHOTO 16 of 28READ LESS -"The house is simply <em>the best</em> for entertaining — whether it is an intimate dinner party or a larger gathering," the listing points out.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Chef-Worthy Kitchen
17/28Chef-Worthy Kitchen
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"The chef-worthy kitchen is spectacular and a favourite spot in the house – completely remodelled a few years ago by the previous owners of the home who are owners of some of Niagara’s best restaurants," notes the listing. "The Wolf gas stove just inspires you to want to cook and create. And the Fisher Paykel double dishwasher will be tough for us to leave behind – once you have two dishwashers it’s tough to go back to one!"Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MChef-Worthy Kitchen
PHOTO 17 of 28READ LESS -"The chef-worthy kitchen is spectacular and a favourite spot in the house – completely remodelled a few years ago by the previous owners of the home who are owners of some of Niagara’s best restaurants," notes the listing. "The Wolf gas stove just inspires you to want to cook and create. And the Fisher Paykel double dishwasher will be tough for us to leave behind – once you have two dishwashers it’s tough to go back to one!"Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Expansive and Inviting
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"The house is so inviting for people to chat and drink and wander – from outdoors and around the wraparound deck to dinner in the living room or hanging in the kitchen while you prepare a scrumptious meal," the listing describes. Plus, the surround sound system adds to the party’s vibes – even outdoors, too."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MExpansive and Inviting
PHOTO 18 of 28READ LESS -"The house is so inviting for people to chat and drink and wander – from outdoors and around the wraparound deck to dinner in the living room or hanging in the kitchen while you prepare a scrumptious meal," the listing describes. Plus, the surround sound system adds to the party’s vibes – even outdoors, too."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Ample Kitchen Storage
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"There is an amazing amount of storage," notes the listing, "which means the kitchen always looks neat and you always have access to everything you need. There is even additional storage on the other side of the kitchen island."Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MAmple Kitchen Storage
PHOTO 19 of 28READ LESS -"There is an amazing amount of storage," notes the listing, "which means the kitchen always looks neat and you always have access to everything you need. There is even additional storage on the other side of the kitchen island."Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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In-Kitchen Wine Cellar
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With the home's location near the Niagara wine region, this spectacular temperature-controlled wine cellar will definitely come in handy.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MIn-Kitchen Wine Cellar
PHOTO 20 of 28READ LESS -With the home's location near the Niagara wine region, this spectacular temperature-controlled wine cellar will definitely come in handy.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Outdoor Living
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Stepping off the wraparound deck leads to a stone patio, ideal for backyard cookouts or weekend relaxation on a warm summer day.<br></br> These are <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/most-undervalued-real-estate-markets-canada-1915977/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 of the most undervalued real estate markets in Canada</a>.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MOutdoor Living
PHOTO 21 of 28READ LESS -Stepping off the wraparound deck leads to a stone patio, ideal for backyard cookouts or weekend relaxation on a warm summer day.<br></br> These are <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/most-undervalued-real-estate-markets-canada-1915977/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">10 of the most undervalued real estate markets in Canada</a>.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Second Bedroom
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The home's second bedroom, situated on the main level, offers a huge floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the lush, green backyard.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MSecond Bedroom
PHOTO 22 of 28READ LESS -The home's second bedroom, situated on the main level, offers a huge floor-to-ceiling window overlooking the lush, green backyard.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Lower Level
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A centrally located staircase leads to the fully finished lower level, which hosts the master suite and additional "flex" rooms that could serve as additional bedrooms.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MLower Level
PHOTO 23 of 28READ LESS -A centrally located staircase leads to the fully finished lower level, which hosts the master suite and additional "flex" rooms that could serve as additional bedrooms.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Above-Ground Basement
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The finished basement is 70 per cent above ground, which allows the lower-level living spaces to feel "like an extension of the upstairs style," with the large windows carrying through in this space as well.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MAbove-Ground Basement
PHOTO 24 of 28READ LESS -The finished basement is 70 per cent above ground, which allows the lower-level living spaces to feel "like an extension of the upstairs style," with the large windows carrying through in this space as well.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Master Suite
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The spacious master bedroom, located in the lower level, offers a serene view of the backyard greenery.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MMaster Suite
PHOTO 25 of 28READ LESS -The spacious master bedroom, located in the lower level, offers a serene view of the backyard greenery.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Master Bathroom
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Adjoining the master bedroom is this spacious bathroom, featuring a steam shower.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MMaster Bathroom
PHOTO 26 of 28READ LESS -Adjoining the master bedroom is this spacious bathroom, featuring a steam shower.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Nursery
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This additional room in the lower level has been set up as a nursery, but could serve a variety of other functions.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MNursery
PHOTO 27 of 28READ LESS -This additional room in the lower level has been set up as a nursery, but could serve a variety of other functions.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
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Additional Bathroom
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Another of the home's three bathrooms, this one is outfitted with a deep soaker tub.<br></br> Looking for more real estate content? Check out <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/where-to-buy-a-house-in-canada-2018-1911935/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">the best places to buy a house in Canada in 2018</a>.Real EstateAward-Winning Mid-Century Modern Masterpiece in St. Catharines Sells for Just Over $1MAdditional Bathroom
PHOTO 28 of 28READ LESS -Another of the home's three bathrooms, this one is outfitted with a deep soaker tub.<br></br> Looking for more real estate content? Check out <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/real-estate/photos/where-to-buy-a-house-in-canada-2018-1911935/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">the best places to buy a house in Canada in 2018</a>.Photo Credit: Sage Real Estate Ltd.Source: 15wooddaledr.com
