$1,299,000
For sale: Detached

Discover recently renovated interiors and a private backyard oasis at 42 Lady Fern Drive, a detached home offering 2,265 sqft. above grade, 3+1 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and parking for 6 in Markham's desirable Legacy community. Double entry doors welcome you to a main level featuring hardwood and ceramic flooring, crown moulding in most areas and California shutters throughout. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, laminate countertops, a ceramic backsplash and a centre island with an undermount sink and breakfast bar. The adjoining dining area opens to a spacious, fully fenced backyard with an interlock patio, two gazebos, including one with built-in seating, a firepit and planters for vegetables and flowers. A gas fireplace anchors the inviting family room, while an office with French doors, a laundry mudroom with garage access and a powder room complete the main level. Upstairs, hardwood lines the hallway and parquet flooring extends throughout the bedrooms. The primary retreat features crown moulding, casement windows, a walk-in closet and a 5-piece ensuite with a double-sink vanity, soaker tub and separate glass shower. The front bedrooms enjoy large picture casement windows and ample closet space, complemented by a shared 4-piece bathroom. The finished basement offers potential for in-law living, with ceramic and laminate flooring, pot lights, an open-concept kitchen and dining area with appliances, an included electric fireplace, a recreation room with above-grade windows and a 2-piece bathroom. Enjoy nearby Rouge River trails, Legacy Park, Rouge National Urban Park, Markham Green Golf Club and Box Grove Community Centre. Schools include Legacy Public School, David Suzuki Public School and Sir Richard W. Scott Catholic School, while Box Grove Centre, SmartCentres Markham and Markham Stouffville Hospital add everyday convenience. Access to YRT/Viva transit, Markham GO Station and Highways 407, 7 and 404 connects you across the GTA.
Sold data
Detached homes in Markham (Legacy) took a median of 19 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 10 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 36, across 345 recorded sales.
That clock counts only the listing each home finally sold on. Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 36 days.
The median sale price was $1,449,900.
Homes sold for about 3.0% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 32% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 8% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 345 recorded sales in the last 90 days. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Markham (Legacy) has 95 Fraser Institute–rated schools (76 elementary and 19 secondary), averaging 7.9/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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