279 Laird Dr., Leaside

Bayview Ave. and Eglinton Ave. E.

Asking price: $678,800

Selling price: $787,015

Previous selling price: $460,000 (2008)

Size: about 874 sq. ft., plus a finished basement

Lot: 22 by 110-ft., no garage, mutual drive, two parking spaces

Taxes: $4,023 (2014)

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Days on the market: 7

In one week, this two-storey semi-detached Leaside home sold for 116 per cent of the listing price.

“This ideal starter home has been extensively renovated. The light-filled living and dining rooms have new hardwood floors and a French door walkout to large cedar deck and pergola — ideal for entertaining. The kitchen was completely renovated in 2013 with full-height cabinetry, a granite countertop and new hardware. The renovated basement with a separate entrance includes a two-piece bathroom and built-in closets for extra storage. There is an extra-wide mutual drive with parking for one, or potentially a second small car.

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