Cross Streets: Somerset St. E/Chapel St. ** Directions: Head Northeast on Laurier Ave W, turn right onto Chapel St, then turn right onto Somerset St. E, the home will be on the right. Located in the heart of Sandy Hill, this charming freehold END-UNIT townhome offers a SOUTH-FACING FRONT YARD, updates, outdoor space, parking, and unbeatable walkability. With 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, a finished flexible basement area, and a short walk to the University of Ottawa, it is an excellent opportunity for professionals, students, families, or investors. From the front, the home feels welcoming, with classic brick curb appeal, a beautiful garden, and extra end-unit windows for a brighter interior. The main and second levels feature approximately 9-foot ceilings in most areas, with refinished hardwood on the main level and laminate flooring on the second level. The living room is warm and inviting, with large windows and a gas fireplace. Recent updates include a renovated kitchen, fully renovated main bathroom and powder room, fresh paint, new stair carpet, refinished main-level hardwood, a 2024 heat pump, and roof replacement in 2018. The kitchen offers white cabinetry, tall storage, backsplash, large tiles in wet areas, plenty of cabinet space, and a newer fridge and stove. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The primary bedroom is generously sized, while the additional bedrooms work well for family, guests, roommates, or a home office. The basement is slightly lower in ceiling height, but includes luxury vinyl flooring, a flexible room for a study, recreation, hobby space, or extra storage, plus laundry, an egress window, and a newer washing machine. At the back, the property offers a rare large deck, creating valuable outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining. The home also includes outdoor parking in the shared rear lot with the assigned spot close by, plus an owned hot water tank. Close to uOttawa, the Rideau River, Strathcona Park, Rideau Canal, ByWard Market, downtown, LRT station, embassies, Fine Food restaurant, transit, cafés, and daily conveniences. (id:27476)
