Stunningly updated home with an unassuming street presence and an incredible location across the street from a school – the kids can easily come home for lunch! Hardie board siding, lux windows, soaring trees and an extremely private backyard oasis create inviting outdoor spaces. Inside 2,126 sq. ft. of developed space awaits with 5 total bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and ample space to grow. The main floor has been modernized and opened providing a bright floor plan that is the heart of the home. A huge picture window frames mature tree views from the living room. Stunningly updated the kitchen inspires any chef featuring a butcher block island with raised seating, a gas stove, stainless steel appliances and full-height sleek cabinetry. Easily entertain in the adjacent dining room or proceed through patio sliders to the expansive rear deck and enjoy a carefree indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Solid oak stair treads lead to the upper level also decked out in oak hardwood flooring, no carpet! Escape at the end of the day to the primary bedroom with its own private ensuite, no more stumbling down the hall in the middle of the night! Both additional bedrooms on this level are spacious, sharing the 4-piece main bathroom and walk-out. Gather around the built-in media in the lower level family room and enjoy some relaxing downtime while extra ceiling sound insulation blocks the noise from above. A gorgeous home office/bedroom with a window overlooking the backyard is quiet work, study or hobby space. There is another large rec room on the basement level allowing for loads of versatility that can be divided by furniture for a multi-purpose room for kids to play and a home gym. 2 furnaces and a newer hot water tank add to your comfort. The backyard is a true outdoor sanctuary with multiple options to convene in the great outdoors. Barbeque on the deck, lounge on the paverstone patio or gather around the firepit and roast marshmallows under the stars. Plus there is still lots of grassy play space, lush gardens and tall, private trees. An oversized, insulated garage has extra room for your bikes and other recreational activities. Varsity is one of the best in the city for raising children with easy access to Marion Carson (K-6), Chinese (Mandarin) Bilingual (K-4), St. Vincent de Paul Elementary (K-9), F.E Osborne School (7-9) French Immersion (6-9), Sir Winston Churchill (10-12) and U of C. Walk to Market Mall, parks, transit and the river. Truly a phenomenal location for this beautifully updated, move-in ready home! Note: roof, Hardie board siding, soffits and windows (9 yrs old)