72 Gormley Avenue

Tucked into a quiet, sought-after pocket on Gormley, this beautifully updated detached home strikes a rare balance of warmth and sophistication, with over 2,000 sq ft above grade plus a finished lower level, 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Classic red brick meets a bold charcoal panelled upper storey, with landscaped gardens, a slate walkway, a built-in garage and parking for two.Inside, abundant natural light and hardwood floors flow throughout this turnkey home. The living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, with French doors opening to a Juliet balcony. The generous dining room is made for entertaining, finished with crown moulding, a statement chandelier and a custom wet bar complete with bar fridge and espresso station. The elegant main floor powder room features grasscloth wallpaper and a marble vanity. The kitchen pairs creamy white shaker cabinetry and unlacquered brass hardware with a built-in oven, gas cooktop, integrated dishwasher and breakfast bar. The family room offers built-in storage and French doors to the low-maintenance backyard, where a deck, pergola and flagstone patio set the stage for summer dinners.Upstairs, the primary suite is a genuine retreat, with room for a king-sized bed and sitting area, a walk-in closet and a renovated ensuite featuring a glass shower and double vanity. Two additional bedrooms, one with a built-in bookcase and the other with a walk-in closet, share a 4-piece family bath.A dedicated side entrance leads to the lower-level mudroom, perfect for busy family life. The lower level also offers a recreation room, laundry, a 3-piece bath, generous storage and direct access to the garage.Steps to UCC and the Beltline, close to OLPH, York School and BSS, and minutes from B&R, Toronto Lawn, and Davisville and St. Clair subway stations. Elegant yet effortlessly livable, this home suits lively family life just as well as downsizers who aren't ready to compromise on space, style or location.