217 Melrose Avenue, Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area, ON K1Y 1V3
4504 - Civic Hospital, Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area · Near Carling Avenue · View map
About this home
This beautifully designed circa 1920s Tudor-style home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates in an exceptional location. Situated near the Civic Hospital, parks, cycling paths, and the Central Experimental Farm, the property offers the convenience of urban living while enjoying the privacy and charm of a mature residential setting. A classic centre hall plan welcomes you inside, where rich woodwork, hardwood flooring, elegant mouldings, decorative glass details, and French doors reflect the craftsmanship and architectural character of the era. The updated kitchen features white cabinetry, a centre island, ample storage and preparation space, and a breakfast nook overlooking the backyard. The second floor offers three well-proportioned bedrooms. Occupying the third level, the private primary suite features a sitting room, walk-in closet, and ensuite bathroom. The lower level extends the living space with a recreation room and two additional bedrooms, providing flexibility for family living, guests, or a home office. Surrounded by mature landscaping, the exterior offers excellent curb appeal with perennial gardens, mature trees, a private backyard with deck, interlock driveway, driveway parking, and a double garage. Convenient access is available through both the front and side entrances.
The home
- Type
- 3-storey detached home
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Square footage
- 3000-3500 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Basement bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 11
- Basement
- Partially Finished
- Lot size
- 100 x 87.2 ft
- Faces
- East
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Stucco (Plaster), Stone
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Attached
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 4
- Total parking
- 6
- Parking features
- Inside Entry, Private
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $15,444/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Vacant
- Possession
- TBA
- Cross street
- Carling Avenue
- Neighbourhood
- 4504 - Civic Hospital
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$415 (at 3,250 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- X13469464
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The home and its surroundings
- Storage
- Deck
- Landscaped
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
217 Melrose Avenue, Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area, ON K1Y 1V3
4504 - Civic Hospital, Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area · Near Carling Avenue
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Listing history for 217 Melrose Avenue
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Frequently asked questions about 217 Melrose Avenue
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 217 Melrose Avenue listed for, and what would it cost each month?
217 Melrose Avenue is listed for $1,350,000. With 20% down ($270,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $5,446 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $6,733 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 217 Melrose Avenue freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
217 Melrose Avenue is a 3-storey detached home in 4504 - Civic Hospital, Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 217 Melrose Avenue have?
217 Melrose Avenue has 4 bedrooms, plus 2 more bedrooms in the basement, and 5 bathrooms.
Does 217 Melrose Avenue have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as attached, with room for 2 cars. The driveway adds 4 spaces. In total the listing counts 6 parking spaces.
Does 217 Melrose Avenue have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as partially finished. It counts 2 bedrooms on that level. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown.
What style of home is 217 Melrose Avenue?
217 Melrose Avenue is a 3-storey detached home. A 3-storey detached house spreads its rooms over three floors, often on a narrower city lot.
How big is 217 Melrose Avenue, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 3,000 and 3,500 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 100 x 87.2 ft.
How is 217 Melrose Avenue heated and cooled?
Heating is (gas). The listing does not show air conditioning.
What are the property taxes for 217 Melrose Avenue?
Property taxes are $15,444 a year (2025), or about $1,287 a month.
Where is 217 Melrose Avenue?
217 Melrose Avenue is in the 4504 - Civic Hospital community of Dows Lake - Civic Hospital and Area. The nearest main intersection is Carling Avenue. The postal code is K1Y 1V3.
Is 217 Melrose Avenue still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® X13469464). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 217 Melrose Avenue asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 134 Kenilworth Street at $1,235,000 (3 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 217 Melrose Avenue sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
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Listing information comes from the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board through PropTx and is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate. It is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use. The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA.
*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.