Nestled in one of Toronto's most sought-after neighbourhoods, this beautifully maintained 3bedrm, 2bathrm home is just a short stroll from Avenue Rd & Yonge St. Step through elegant French doors into the living rm, featuring a large leaded glass picture window, fireplace, & hardwood floors. An arched entryway leads into the large formal dining rm, perfect for entertaining, complete with classic wainscoting & hardwood flrs. Filled with natural light, the family rm boasts expansive windows & double doors that open onto a private deck overlooking the saltwater pool. The updated kitchen (renovated in 2001) hosts stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, & a charming breakfast area. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedrm overlooks the street with large windows, a ceiling fan, & a closet. Two additional bedrms offer serene views of the backyard, each with hardwood floors & ample storage. A 4pc bathrm with a combined shower & tub completes the upper level.The finished lower level, with convenient side-door access, offers additional living space. A 3pc bathrm is complete with a large shower. A large office with built-in storage, pot lights, & a bright window provides the perfect space for working from home or homework. The recreation rm, featuring broadloom, is ideal as a media or playrm, while the adjacent playrm with a full wall of closets offers the potential to convert into an additional bedrm. A spacious laundry rm with a utility sink completes the lower level.Outside, the private backyard is a true urban oasis, complete with an enclosed deck, lush landscaping, pool shed, & saltwater pool, an entertainer's dream. Located in the prestigious Armour Heights & Lawrence Park school districts, this home is just minutes from top-rated public & private schools, TTC transit (Lawrence & York Mills Stations), fine dining, boutique shopping, the Don Valley Golf Course, & easy access to Highway 401.