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157 College Avenue
Vanier Durham L1J 1R3

$399,000
Residential Freehold beds: 3 baths: 1.0

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential Freehold
MLS® Num:
E12257029
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
1
Charming 3-Bedroom Home with Potential A Great Opportunity for First-Time Buyers or Renovators! This quaint family home, owned and cherished for many years, is now ready for new owners. With some TLC, this property offers incredible potential to become a cozy, personalized family home. Featuring a straightforward layout, this home presents the perfect canvas for those looking to put their own touch on the space without the need for a complete rebuild. Whether you're a first-time buyer eager to get into the market, or a renovator looking for a project with great upside, this property is ready to be transformed. Situated in a desirable area, this home offers a chance to build value over time and create a space that truly reflects your vision. The possibilities are endless! If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make this home your own, book a showing today and see all that this property has to offer!
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Detached
Home Style:
1 1/2 Storey
Total Approx Floor Area:
700-1100
Depth:
110'
Frontage:
30'
Lot Shape:
Rectangular
Topography:
Flat
Direction Faces:
South
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
1.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
3
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
8
Heating type:
Forced Air
Heating Fuel:
Oil
Foundation:
Concrete
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle
Basement:
Unfinished
Fireplace/Stove:
No
Garage:
None
Garage Spaces:
0.0
Other Structures:
Shed
Parking Features:
Private
Parking Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
2.0
Family Room:
Yes
Possession Details:
Immediate
Pool:
None
Link:
No
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Taxes:
$3,135.51 / 2024
Assessment:
$- / -
Oshawa
Vanier
Durham
Fenced Yard, Park
Water Heater
Deck, Porch
Light fixtures, Window coverings.
Aluminum Siding
Parking, Raised Toilet
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Second
Primary Bedroom
12'5¼" × 9'2¼"
Main
Bedroom 2
11'1" × 6'8"
Main
Bedroom 3
11'6" × 6'9"
Main
Kitchen
13'11" × 8'1¼"
Main
Family Room
15'1" × 11'10½"
Main
Living Room
22'2½" × 11'5"
Combined w/Dining
Main
Dining Room
22'2½" × 11'5"
Combined w/Living
Special Designation:
Unknown
Sewers:
Sewer
Air Conditioning:
None
Central Vacuum:
No
Seller Property Info Statement:
No
Laundry Level:
Lower Level
Date Listed:
Jul 02, 2025
Original Price:
Previous Price:
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Listed by PSR
Data was last updated July 16, 2025 at 06:15 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
19
Avg list price:
$694,900
Min list price:
$399,000
Max list price:
$965,000
Avg days on market:
35
Min days on market:
2
Max days on market:
119
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Vanier. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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