16 Laurel Ave

SOLD

Detached 3 Storey | 3 Bedroom + 4 Washroom

MLS #E8294662

The Details

Architectural Elegance

The Gazing House exemplifies architectural elegance, marked by its symmetrical windows peeking through its bold cantilevered structure. This home elevates the locale with an innovative & inviting design aesthetic, setting a new standard for residential architecture. Its avante-garde blueprint allows for adaptable room configurations to accommodate changing lifestyles. The central staircase, a fundamental design feature, effectively transitions & defines spatial boundaries on each open and airy level. The ingenious incorporation of skylights & windows permits luminosity, connecting spaces vertically with a play of light & shadow – enhancing the home’s functional aspects while creating a series of visual narratives with the external environment, offering residents unexpected vistas & a kinetic living experience. Additional state-of-the-art ‘smart home’ functionalities, rough-ins for an electrical vehicle charger & provisions for a second lower-level kitchen & laundry!

Insulated recreation room: with wine cellar & walk-up, potential 2-storey 724 square foot garden suite. 5-minute walk to Scarborough GO & Republic Development Masterplan Community coming soon!

Your home should tell a story of who you are and be a collection of what you love.

Property particulars

The Scarborough Junction

16 Laurel Avenue

Danforth Rd & St. Clair Ave E

3 Storey, Detached House

Lot Size: 25 x 110 Feet

3 Bedrooms

4 Washrooms

2,218 Interior Square Feet Above Grade

727 Interior Square Feet Below Grade

Basement

  • Finished
  • Walk-Up & Wine Cellar

Parking

  • Car Port
    • 1 Parking Space
    • Rough-In for EV Charger
  • Private Drive
    • 2 Parking Spaces

Property Taxes: $5,936.50 / 2023

Inclusions

  • Stainless Steel Samsung Fridge
  • Kitchen-Air Induction Cooktop & Wall Oven
  • Integrated Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Microwave
  • LG Clothing Washer & Dryer
  • All Window Coverings
  • Electrical Light Fixtures
  • Backyard Shed

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The Home

Scarborough Junction

The Design

Architect: RZLBD / Atelier Reza Aliabadi

Project Lead: Reza Aliabadi

Structure: Xu Structural Engineering

Mechanical: McCallum HVAC Design Inc.

Construction Management: SAGE Building Ideas

Home Inspection Report

Walk score

71

Transit score

66

Bike score

46

The Neighbourhood

The neighbourhood

Welcome To
Scarborough Junction

This prime location in Scarborough Junction is not just a place to live; it’s a thriving community on the rise, providing its residents with a dynamic and engaging lifestyle.

Say goodbye to long traffic jams and hello to convenient commuting! Just a stone’s throw from Scarborough GO Station (to Union) or Warden Station (to Midtown), 16 Laurel Avenue offers unparalleled access to downtown Toronto and surrounding areas. Whether commuting to work or planning a weekend getaway, the proximity to major transit routes makes everything easier (and breezier)!

Within walking distance, Norman Cook Public School offers a vibrant educational atmosphere and extensive outdoor facilities, including a large play area and on-site daycare, ensuring your child’s development is in good hands. For those seeking varied educational environments, Buffers Park Montessori and the highly regarded R.H. King Academy are both a mere 4 minutes by car or ten by bike along St. Clair East, which also provides direct transit access.

The neighbourhood is teeming with culinary delights, ranging from cozy cafés and casual eateries to local bistros. Each restaurant offers a unique flavour, ensuring every meal is an adventure. It’s an ideal spot for food enthusiasts eager to explore a burgeoning food scene, including La Scoglier Italina, Vindaloo, Shereen’s Guyanese, Jatujak, Bread King Bakery or the Working Dog Saloon for an after-work cocktail (or two).

Living on Laurel means having your daily necessities within easy reach. The area boasts an array of shops and amenities, including grocery stores, pharmacies, and banks. Whether running errands or grabbing a quick coffee, everything you need or want is around the corner, including No Frills, Metro, Walmart, Loblaw’s, Shoppers, LCBO, Beer Store, and two walkable convenience stores!

Amidst a family-friendly locale, this private residence also offers a peaceful retreat to nearby parks and trails, such as Midland St.Clair Park & Restahven Gardens. Additional local parks like Natal Park and Jeanette Park, connected by trails to McCowan District Park, offer some of the best outdoor activities in the area, including a splash pad, playgrounds, sports fields, an outdoor ice rink, and a skating trail. Moreover, Jeanette Park boasts one of the best toboggan hills for winter fun!

Whether you are a young professional seeking more from your next home, a family looking for a welcoming community without sacrificing style, or a downsizer desiring convenience and a hint of swagger, this address caters to all. With its blend of convenient amenities, easy access to nature, and a lively cultural scene, this address isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place to thrive. Welcome to 16 Laurel Avenue – your perfect home in Scarborough Junction, where unlimited potential and growth are an arm’s length away.

Transit options

Commute to Union Station
  • 43 Minutes by Car
  • 23 Minutes by Transit
  • 58 Minutes by Bike
Rail Lines
  • Scarborough LRT
  • Kennedy Subway Station
  • 505 Dundas
Bus Lines
  • 9 Bellamy
  • 20 Cliffside
  • 102 Markham
  • 16 McCowan

Schools

Private Schools
  • Bond Academy
  • Madina Academy
  • Northmount School
  • Parkside Academy
  • Seneca Hill Private School
  • WillowWood School
Public Schools
  • Norman Cook Jr. P.S.
  • Robert Service Sr. P.S.
  • Birchmount C.I.
French Schools
  • Corvette Jr. P.S.
  • Charles Gorden Sr. P.S.
  • John A Leslie P.S.

Restaurants & Cocktails

  • Angie’s
  • Butter Chicken Roti
  • Caribbean Ocean Restaurant
  • Dhaka Biryani House
  • Dilli Wala Street
  • Il Fresco Restaurant
  • Inner Circle Caribbean Cuisine
  • Jatujak
  • La Scogliera Italia Cuisine
  • Mac N’Wings
  • Mama’s Boys Burgers
  • McDonald’s
  • Mexitaco
  • Pizza Nova
  • Roti Lady
  • Super Choy Restaurant
  • Sweet Lips Restaurant & Bar
  • T-Bones
  • Taste of Greek Cuisine
  • Thai Takeout & Catering
  • Upper Beaches Bourbon House
  • Vindaloo Indian Cuisine
  • Working Dog Saloon

Groceries & Libations

  • Adonis
  • Al Baaqi Supermarket
  • Amerex Caribbean Grocers
  • Banglabazar Supermarket
  • Bulk Barn
  • Eraa Supermarket
  • Fu Yao Supermarket
  • Giant Tiger
  • Mr. Convenience
  • No Frills
  • Paul’s Grocery
  • Scarborough Market
  • Yal Market

Coffee & Bakeries

  • Coffee Culture Cafe & Eatery
  • Coffee Time
  • Edill’s Coffee House
  • Ethio Natural Coffee
  • Italian Espresso Bar
  • Saint Jimmy’s Coffee
  • Savoury Grounds Coffee Co.
  • Starbucks
  • The Burrow Coffee – Sip and Shop
  • The Daily Perk Coffee Co.
  • Tim Hortons

Fitness & Health

  • Afterburn Fitness
  • Elite Culture Health and Fitness
  • F45 Training
  • Grow Your Muscles Studio
  • LA Fitness
  • New Energy Muay Thai & Fitness
  • Northern Touch Crossfit
  • Raeden Fitness
  • Resilience Fitness
  • Resistance Fitness
  • Stark Fitness
  • Straight Blast Gym
  • Thrive Fit
  • Venice Fitness

Parks & Greenspace

  • Corvette Park
  • Glen Shephard Park
  • Greystone Park
  • Jeanette Park
  • McCowan District Park
  • Natal Park
  • Sandown Park
  • Scarboro Crescent Park

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