Despite its location near a set of train tracks, this semi-detached Toronto home in the city’s Parkdale neighbourhood recently sold for $1.35 million – $350,000 more than its $999,000 listing price. Fully renovated and bursting with charm, once you look inside it’s easy to see why.
![Semi-Detached Exterior of a semi-detached three-storey Toronto home](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22-Strickland-front-portrait-1.jpg)
Semi-Detached
This semi-detached three-storey Toronto home, with 1,705 square feet of living space, was listed at $999,000 and sold for $1,350,000 after two days on the market, despite its location near a set of train tracks.
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![History Exterior of a semi-detached three-storey home](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland_MLS_1_042.jpg)
History
The home was previously purchased for $880,000 in 2015, and the owners reportedly put about $250,000 into renovations, including a new kitchen, new flooring, new windows and finishing the basement, which adds an additional 664 square feet for a total of nearly 2,400 square feet.
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![Exposed Brick Exposed brick painted white in the front foyer](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_2_0051.jpg)
Exposed Brick
The exposed brick in the entrance hallway has been whitewashed, providing a textured effect in the foyer.
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![White and Wood Living room area with white walls juxtaposed with wood flooring](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_004.jpg)
White and Wood
Walls throughout the home are white, providing a juxtaposition with the warmth of the wood flooring.
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![Airy Living Room A bright and airy living room with white walls and wood flooring](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_006.jpg)
Airy Living Room
The living room is open and airy, with high ceilings adding to the expansive feel of the space.
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![Dining Room A dining room with plenty of natural light](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_001.jpg)
Dining Room
The corner-situated dining room offers plenty of natural light via windows on two walls.
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![Open to the Living Room A dining room that connects to the entryway and living room space](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_003.jpg)
Open to the Living Room
The dining room can be accessed via the entry hallway and the adjacent living room.
![Renovated Kitchen Renovated kitchen featuring a marble top island and subway tile backsplash](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_010.jpg)
Renovated Kitchen
The recently renovated kitchen features subway tile backsplash and large centre island with built-in breakfast bar.
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![Wood-Topped Counter Wood-topped kitchen counter with gas range built in](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_009.jpg)
Wood-Topped Counter
A gas range has been built into the thick wood, butcher block-style countertop.
![Stairway to the Basement Subtle stairway that leads down into the basement](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_014.jpg)
Stairway to the Basement
A discreet staircase leads to the newly refinished basement, while French doors access the backyard and deck.
![Second Level Narrow staircase leading up to the second level](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_016.jpg)
Second Level
The staircase leads to the second level, where the master bathroom is located at the top of the landing.
![Master Bath Master bathroom with white heated marble flooring and soaker tub](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_018.jpg)
Master Bath
Heated marble floor, freestanding soaker tub and wood-topped vanity are among the features in the striking master bathroom.
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![Shower Standing shower in the master bathroom](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_021.jpg)
Shower
The master bathroom also boasts this step-in rainfall shower.
![Three Bedrooms Bedroom with white walls, bold curtains, patterned run and wood furniture](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_024.jpg)
Three Bedrooms
One of the home’s three bedrooms, this one has its own separate entrance.
![Another Bedroom A second bedroom features a large window that lights up the small space](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_023.jpg)
Another Bedroom
Another bedroom, featuring a large window and dark accent wall.
![Third Storey The third-storey family room with TV, light fixtures and skylight](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22Strickland-2_MLS_3_029.jpg)
Third Storey
The top floor has been converted into a family room, set up for TV viewing, while a large skylight overhead floods the space with natural light.
![Patio Narrow patio space that can be accessed from the third storey](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/22-Strickland-3rd-Floor-Patio2-1.png)
Patio
Accessed from the third floor, this patio is a delightful outdoor space for R&R during the warmer months, boasting sweeping city views.
![Laundry Steel washer-dryer combo in the laundry room](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/basement-laundry-room-2.jpg)
Laundry
The sleek and modern laundry room, part of the recently finished basement.
![Backyard A rustic backyard brick path that leads to a seating area](https://assets.hgtv.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Backyard.jpg)
Backyard
With a rustic brick path and privacy offered by a few trees, the backyard offers an urban oasis in the midst of the city.
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