Cross Streets: Victoria St & Brant Ave. ** Directions: Victoria St to Brant Ave. Some homes whisper. This one clears its throat and tells a story. Built in the early 1960s and lovingly held by just two owners, this ranch bungalow is a rare survivor from an era when homes were designed to host, gather, and feel quietly grand. With 2,170 square feet on the main floor and nearly the same again below, this is a house meant for living fully, generously, and with a little flair. From the moment you step inside, you feel it. Curved walls. A proper foyer that once welcomed coats, cocktails, and maybe even a grand piano. Oversized living and dining rooms, anchored by one of two fireplaces, where dinner parties lingered and holidays were done right. A butler's kitchen that speaks to a time when entertaining was an art form. Upstairs offers three full bathrooms, each with its own story. A beautifully updated ensuite, and the original pink main bath, a joyful, unapologetic nod to mid-century design that also serves as a cheater ensuite. This is not a house that erased its past. It preserved it. The lower level is a revelation. With a separate entrance, newer kitchen, renovated bathroom, and two bedrooms, it feels nothing like a basement. Large windows, high ceilings, and a massive rec room offer flexibility for additional bedrooms or living spaces. Income suite, multigenerational living, work-from-home retreat, or all of the above. This house offers options. Outside, a rare double-wide lot offers breathing room and future potential, including the possibility of a garden suite. Green space and a walking path behind the home create a sense of openness, with a community garden just steps away. Mature gardens soften the all-brick exterior, while a newer metal roof adds peace of mind. This is not a polished, perfect house. It doesn't want to be. It wants someone who sees what it was, what it is, and what it could become with a little TLC and imagination. A spectacular family home. A savvy investment. A mid-century dream waiting to be brought gently back to life. (id:27476)
