One of Toronto's most unique historic conversions hits the market for under $3M

Tucked behind an unassuming brick facade in Roncesvalles is one of the most unusual homes currently for sale in Toronto — a townhouse carved out of a 1913 auto body shop.

Located at 121R Fermanagh Ave., the property is part of the historic High Park Garage, an early 20th-century commercial garage that was converted into just four residences in 2004.

"Rather than erase the building's industrial roots, the redevelopment embraced them, preserving many of the original architectural elements and drawing inspiration from the warehouse-to-residential conversions that helped define neighbourhoods like Brooklyn's DUMBO district," listing agent Amanda Gaskey told blogTO. 

The foyer. 

And honestly, thank goodness because the result is an effortlessly cool home with tons of character.

Exposed brick and beams are original to the building. 

The original architectural elements remain front and centre, but the space never feels cold or overly warehouse-like.

A powder room. 

Instead, it's warm, functional, and surprisingly cozy for a building that once housed automobiles rather than people.

The exterior of High Park Garage. 

From the outside, you're expecting a small chop shop hidden within the building's modest brick exterior.

The living room and bar. 

But step through the front door, and you're greeted by heated concrete floors, soaring 12-foot ceilings, exposed original floor beams, and an open-concept layout flooded with natural light from multiple skylights overhead.

The kitchen. 

The main floor is designed for entertaining, with a modern kitchen, sleek bar area, and spacious family room that flows effortlessly toward a private courtyard.

The courtyard. 

The courtyard itself feels like an unexpected escape from the city, offering just enough room for outdoor dining, morning coffee, and a small planter garden.

The main bedroom. 

Upstairs, the second floor includes a large bedroom, a den currently being used as a walk-in closet, a four-piece bathroom, and a private deck.

The closets in the study. 

An open-concept study lined with wall-to-wall closets provides even more flexible living space.

The family room. 

And for anyone already mentally sketching renovation plans, the property comes with approved plans to expand and reconfigure the second floor, giving future owners an opportunity to add even more square footage.

The main floor. 

But perhaps the home's most surprising feature sits at the very top.

The rooftop terrace. 

The third floor opens onto a private rooftop terrace nestled among mature trees, creating a secluded outdoor retreat.

The walk-out to the courtyard. 

In short, the High Park Garage remains one of Toronto's more unique residential conversions.

The main bedroom with a clawfoot tub in the middle. 

Of course, the location doesn't hurt either.

The kitchen. 

Situated in the heart of Roncesvalles, the property is steps from some of the city's most beloved cafés, restaurants, bakeries, and independent shops.

The family room with a Murphy bed. 

High Park, Sorauren Park, and the waterfront trails are all within easy reach, while nearby TTC and GO Transit connections make getting around the city remarkably easy.

The bar. 

In a market filled with sleek new builds and cookie-cutter renovations, 121R Fermanagh Ave. stands out simply because there's nothing else quite like it.

The courtyard. 

Currently, the one-of-a-kind townhouse is listed for $2,695,000.