This tiny Toronto house is only three metres wide

Step inside this tiny Toronto home at 823 Craven Rd., and you might just be able to touch both side walls with your arms outstretched.

Yes, this Toronto semi-detached home is only three metres wide — but that's par for the course on Craven Rd., which is practically famous for its row of teeny-tiny houses.

What is unusual is the price history: this petite pad sold in 2020 for $699,000 and is now back on the market for $775,000… with zero updates.

The front entrance and living room. 

In Toronto real estate, location almost always outweighs square footage, and if you sit on a property for five years, you're usually the one getting the last laugh.

The dining area. 

However, despite neighbourhood values increasing by more than 25 per cent since 2020, this house is likely to yield only a 10 per cent return on its investment.

The powder room. 

That said, the next buyer could do a whole lot better.

One of the bedrooms. 

With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a layout that makes the most of its 700 square feet, there's plenty of potential.

The main floor. 

The main floor flows seamlessly from the living area to the dining area to the kitchen — essentially one long hallway, but it works.

The kitchen. 

The kitchen has a decent amount of storage and counter space, but lacks a dishwasher, and the backsplash gives off an early-2000s vibe.

The upstairs bathroom. 

Both bathrooms are also dated, but some smart renos here could push the value up significantly.

The primary bedroom. 

Upstairs, you'll find two bedrooms, including a primary that squeezes in a queen bed, though extra storage would be a game-changer.

The backyard. 

As for outdoor space, you've got options: a low-maintenance backyard patio with a blank wall perfect for projecting movies, and an upstairs terrace where you can toast the sunset like it's your own private rooftop bar.

The rooftop terrace. 

Location-wise, you're spoiled. Greenwood Park, Monarch Park, and the vibrant streets of Little India are right nearby. The Beaches and Danforth are minutes away, and you're surrounded by cafés, breweries, shops, and even a bowling alley. Add in subway and streetcar access at your doorstep, and the city is basically your backyard.

The terrace and the back of the house. 

So while 823 Craven Rd. may not be living up to its full potential, at least it's a condo alternative that hasn't crashed and burned like an actual condo.