Beautifully updated century home in the sought-after, child friendly Blakely neighborhood. Passed down within the same family for generations, with just one additional owner over time. Steps to Gage Park with its bandshell, playgrounds, Botanical garden &nature walking trails. Enjoy nearby access to the Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre, featuring indoor pool, pickleball courts, outdoor skating rink, & kid/family programs. Stroll the trendy shops & cafés of Ottawa Street North. Exterior features double car driveway for two vehicles side to side & a covered front porch, perfect for relaxing. The private backyard is beautifully landscaped with trees &perennials. A separate side entrance to basement from the side of the house can accommodate an in-law suite or income property. The main floor offers an open & inviting living room with space for an 80-inch TV, along with a dining area set beneath a chandelier, perfect for candlelit dinners. Large windows fill the space with natural light, while pot lights illuminate the room by night. A renovated kitchen is designed for the chef at heart, featuring a breakfast bar, newerappliance & generous quartz countertops. It seamlessly opens to a family room or eating areawith French doors leading to a patio that is perfect for entertaining. This level also includes a convenient two-piece bathroom & a unique hidden closet concealed behind a bookshelf. Upstairs, there are 3 spacious bedrooms & a renovated 4pc bathroom. Primary bedroom has floor to ceiling closet space, while the third bedroom offers a rare roof top walkout. Upgrades include: (all ages are approximate) Sewer line 2 months; Windows (4 yrs); Patio (1 yr); Patio door (2 yrs); Roof (7-10 yrs); A/C (7 yrs); kitchen (1 yr); Appliances (2 yrs); Bathrooms (5 yrs);Newer flooring, Light fixtures, Paint; Nest doorbell & thermostat. This property blends community charm with urban convenience, offering caring neighbors looking out for one another. Move in ready!