87 Gloucester St.

Home of the Week: $3.29 million for a skinny heritage home with a solarium in the village

A piece of Toronto’s heritage at 87 Gloucester St. is on the market for $3.295 million near Church Street. The protected Victorian was built in 1879 and was officially listed as a Toronto heritage home in 1979. Preserved elements of this property include the exterior facade, crown mouldings, and a wood-burning fireplace.

While much of the home’s original character remains, the previous homeowners expanded the property with a modern family room and airy solarium. The semi-detached house has three bedrooms and four bathrooms.

High ceilings and the home’s original mouldings are quick to catch the eye in the foyer.

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Plenty of unique details can be found in the living room, including the original fireplace. A small bird tile is thought to have been discreetly placed inside the fireplace by the original builder of the home.

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There’s hardwood flooring in the dining room. 

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The back of the home has a more modern feel. The kitchen has peacock slate floors and structural wooden finishes throughout.

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The family room was part of an addition and has glass doors leading to the backyard.

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The solarium was also part of the addition and makes for a cosy backyard alternative in the winter months. The expansion brings the total amount of living space to 2,500 square feet.

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A skylight and built-in storage cabinets were added to the master bedroom. 

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The elegant en suite is equipped with double sinks and a walk-in shower. It also connects to the laundry room.

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The third-floor bedroom has super high ceilings with exposed beams. There’s also a walk-out balcony facing onto Gloucester Street.

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A cosy deck and yard space make for a surprisingly spacious backyard in the downtown home. 

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87 Gloucester St. is currently listed with Catalyst Real Estate Brokerage.

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