Freshly renovated Toronto house could start bidding war listed under $900,000

Anyone who's spent more than five minutes watching Toronto's real estate market knows one thing: when a detached house in a desirable neighbourhood is listed for a suspiciously low amount, it's usually less of a price tag and more of an invitation to a bidding war.

That's exactly what appears to be happening with 11 Twin Pauls Cres.

The detached home has just hit the market with an asking price of $899,000 — a number that's likely to grab plenty of attention considering detached homes in the surrounding Scarborough neighbourhood average around $1.2 million, with some properties selling for over $2 million.

The enclosed front porch. 

The house itself also gives buyers very little to complain about.

The living room. 

Unlike many sub-$900,000 detached listings that require a healthy renovation budget, this home has already undergone an extensive transformation.

The dining area. 

Originally purchased for $825,000 in 2020, when it looked like something of a time capsule, the property has since been expanded and extensively renovated.

The new kitchen. 

Today it offers four bedrooms above grade, two additional basement bedrooms, three bathrooms and approximately 1,741 square feet of living space, plus a fully finished basement.

The main living spaces are open concept. 

One of the home's biggest selling points is its flexible layout.

One of the main floor bedrooms with a walk-out to the backyard. 

The main floor includes two bedrooms, making it well suited for multigenerational families, buyers with aging parents or anyone hoping to avoid climbing stairs every day.

The basement recreation room. 

The finished basement also has its own separate side entrance, giving future owners options for extended family, older children wanting their own space, a private guest suite or potentially even some rental income.

The primary bedroom with an ensuite. 

The renovations go well beyond cosmetic updates.

The new kitchen with stone counters and plenty of storage. 

According to the listing, the home received major upgrades to its HVAC system, plumbing, electrical, framing and insulation, along with new windows, a new kitchen, updated bathrooms and new appliances.

A renovated bathroom with a skylight. 

Skylights bring additional natural light into the interior, while a large balcony, stucco exterior, sprinkler system, water purification system and an owned tankless water heater round out the long list of upgrades.

The backyard. 

The home is also close to TTC transit, schools, parks, shopping and major commuter routes, making it an appealing option for families looking for more space without moving too far from the city.

A rooftop patio off one of the upstairs bedrooms. 

Of course, the biggest question isn't whether the home is worth a look.

One of three bathrooms. 

It's whether anyone will actually get it for the asking price.

The back patio and back of the house. 

Even though Toronto's housing market is sluggish and homes are often selling below asking or at a loss, there's about as much chance of this one selling for under $900,000 as there is of the Leafs winning the Cup this year.