$1,999,500
For sale: Multiplex

Rare opportunity in the heart of Lawrence Park! Detached brick legal duplex sitting on a large 50 x 150 ft lot on Lawrence Ave, surrounded by mature trees, multi-million dollar homes and some of the city's most desirable neighbourhoods and schools. Well kept, freshly painted and move-in ready, with a surprisingly private and serene setting right in the city. The property features two separate above-grade units - a vacant 2-bedroom unit ready for immediate occupancy and a 1-bedroom unit occupied by great tenants who would like to stay. Each unit has its own separate radiant floor heating system with dedicated tankless water heater. Unfinished basement offers additional space and plenty of possibilities. Huge driveway with parking for up to 10 cars, plus 4 garden sheds providing tons of outdoor storage.A great opportunity for investors, end users or builders. Live in one unit and rent the other, rent both for income, or explore the potential to build a large custom home on this substantial lot. Lawrence Ave is also designated as a Major Street under the City's new planning framework, creating potential for additional density and redevelopment. Buyer to conduct their own due diligence regarding zoning, Major Streets permissions, development potential and permitted uses. A unique property with income, land and long-term potential in one of Toronto's most established neighbourhoods.
Sold data
Multiplex homes in Toronto (Lawrence Park South) took a median of 32 days to sell over the last 90 days, with the quickest quarter selling within 17 days and the slowest quarter taking more than 70, across 32 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 Measured from the first time these properties came to market, including any earlier listings that were withdrawn and re-entered, the median is 88 days.
The median sale price was $1,309,000.
Homes sold for about 5.5% below asking on average, so there was room to negotiate.
About 16% of sales closed above the list price.
Around 12% of sellers reduced their price before finding a buyer.
Based on 32 recorded sales in the last 90 days — a small sample, so treat these figures as indicative. Aggregate statistics only; individual sale prices are not shown.
Schools
Toronto (Lawrence Park South) has 529 Fraser Institute–rated schools (425 elementary and 104 secondary), averaging 6.2/10.
School ratings from the Fraser Institute's Ontario school report cards.
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