The living room has a huge picture window that perfectly frames the river.
The four-season sunroom makes you feel as if you’re surrounded by forest.
The kitchen has been updated with granite countertops, under cabinet lighting and more.
There’s plenty of beautifully landscaped space to enjoy in the private backyard.
No matter how many neighbourhoods you pass through in the city, you never get to experience them all.
A prime example is a little enclave of homes tucked away west of Osborne Street between Jubilee Avenue and Churchill Drive.
Driving by, it’s all too easy to miss. But when you do wander into the wonderful little area, you feel like you’re out in the country — even though you’re less than two minutes from a host of urban amenities on Osborne Street.
Glen MacAngus of Royal LePage Top Producers says he just listed a beautiful bungalow at 579 Montague Ave. that’s situated on a mature, oversized lot.
“The location of this home is unbelievable,” he says of the 1,517 square-foot bungalow. “It’s right at the junction of where Montague Avenue and Churchill Drive meet. The setting is spectacular, with the home perfectly overlooking the river.”
He adds that the well-maintained bungalow is a rare find for two reasons.
“First, it’s rare to find a bungalow this size on such a large lot. It’s set back beautifully and is surrounded by trees, so you’re in your own little world with a gorgeous river view out your front window. Second, the home has been nicely updated throughout.”
True enough.
While the home was built in 1949, it is doesn’t feel like it’s 75 years old.
Entry into the home is seamless thanks to a wide, tiled foyer that’s bordered on either side by floor-to-ceiling oak-trimmed, French doors that add warmth and allow light to flow freely inside from the living room, which is set to the left of the foyer.
MacAngus says the living room sets the tone for the rest of the home.
“It’s where you get your million-dollar forest and river view through a huge picture window on its front wall, only you get that view for under $600,000,” he says. “Everything comes together perfectly — the view, the natural light, and all the space, with original hardwoods adding just the right amount of warmth.”
The L-shaped living room/dining room also has a special space attached to it, he adds.
“There’s a four-season sunroom tucked away to the left of the dining room that’s an absolutely amazing space. When you sit in it, three huge, oak-trimmed windows look outside, making you feel like you’re sitting in the middle of a forest. There’s plenty of room to sit and visit with guests, and a tile floor adds a modern touch.”
Speaking of modern touches, the adjacent dining room and kitchen add contemporary function to the home’s warm, rustic feel.
“The kitchen has been remodelled with black granite countertops, white cabinets, a grey tile backsplash, under cabinet lighting, pot lights, a built-in induction cooktop, and a stainless wall oven, microwave and fridge,” MacAngus says. “And it’s just steps from the dining room, which makes it perfect for entertaining.”
Meanwhile, the rest of the main floor offers plenty of function and understated style.
There’s a bedroom next to the front door, which is then followed up by the home’s primary bedroom.
“Right now, the front bedroom is set up as an office, but it could easily be converted back into a bedroom. The primary bedroom is a cosy retreat that comes with hardwood floors and a mirrored double closet.”
The main floor is then completed by a full bath in its far right-hand corner.
“It’s been updated with a soaker tub, walk-in shower, vanity and vinyl tile floor,” he says. “At present, it has a washer and dryer in it to provide a main floor laundry, but it could easily be moved downstairs.”
Descend downstairs, and you find a fully finished lower level with a rec room, third bedroom, flex space, three-piece bath, and huge mechanical/storage room.
Step out back, and there’s an expansive, secluded backyard that has much to offer.
“Newer fencing gives it a real private feel. There’s a patio, area for a table and chairs, and it’s been beautifully landscaped. There’s also single and double detached garages, too. This home is really a rare find. A bungalow this size on a lot this big with an incredible river view doesn’t come along very often at this price.”
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The Details
Location: 579 Montague Ave., Riverview
Year Built: 1949
Style: Bungalow
Size: 1,517 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: three
Bathrooms: two
Price: $595,000
Contact: Glen MacAngus, Royal LePage Top Producers, 204-955-4800 or Cam MacAngus, Royal LePage Top Producers, 204-803-8409
