303 Maria Street

Fun meets function in this charming detached home on delightfully quirky Maria Street. Updated throughout with an open concept main living space, finished basement, and a garage, this detached Junction classic — close to great schools, parks and transit — stands out from its neighbours. And that’s before we even get in the hot tub.

Let’s start the tour from the curb outside, just steps from Runnymede and its access to parts south and north. Head up the steps and through the iron gate, and you’ll reach the front porch of this home, legendary in the neighbourhood for its exterior decor on every holiday occasion and with the perfect interior and outdoor space to celebrate the seasons with friends and family.

Because the kitchen is part of an addition to the home, the original main floor is entirely made up of an open-concept living and dining room space. It has hardwood floors, pot lights, and enough room to host countless dinner parties and dance parties (or dinner then dancing parties). Up a few steps is the galley kitchen with tile floors, stainless appliances, and a patio door that walks out to the back. The doors face south, bringing in tons of natural light, making the space bright and airy. And the party continues into the backyard with its cozy and private patio and yard perfect for the evening (and even late night) soiree. Oh, and did we mention the hot tub? Just add the bevvies and you’ve got yourself a pretty fun evening.

Upstairs, there are two good-sized bedrooms with hardwood floors and big windows. The primary bedroom is big enough for a queen bed, and the second bedroom makes a perfect nursery, kid’s bedroom, home office, or den. There is also a four-piece bathroom on this floor.

The basement is flexible—it can be used as an extra bedroom, family room, rec room, TV room, or even a separate working space. There’s also a two-piece bath, a separate laundry room, and a walkout to the backyard.

The function doesn’t stop there – a detached one-car garage with a TON of extra storage is accessed from the laneway behind the home. The epic Halloween decorations have to go somewhere after the spooky season ends. Moreover, much of the unsexy money older homes require has already been spent, including a newer roof on the house and garage, a sump pump and draining system in the basement and a newer furnace, air conditioner, and hot water tank. And it’s had a nice new fresh coat of paint to get it ready for its close-up.