Address: 493 Spadina Rd. 
Neighbourhood: Forest Hill South 
Agency: RE/MAX Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage
Price: $3,995,000

One of the few contemporary houses on a street lined with tudor-style estates, this modern remake, with its wood paneling and floor-to-ceiling windows, definitely stands out. Formerly a two-storey duplex that was torn down over five years ago, the newly detached home designed by Core Architects has an open-concept feel with large adjoining principal rooms and 10-ft. ceilings on the main floor. 

The almost-all-green view of the backyard.

 

The four-bedroom and seven-bathroom remake also boasts a state-of-the-art, rooftop solar panel system that allows the owners to run their hydro for free. According to Justin Cohen, sales representative with RE/MAX, the current owners are even able to sell some of their excess electricity to the city for $1,500 annually. In the winter, the heated driveway is also a big selling point. 

Modern appliances and clean lines characterize the property’s kitchen.

 

Other key features that are sure to spark some interest include: the wine cellar in the basement, the recreation room complete with wet bar, and the spa with jet tub and sauna. 

Not to mention the landscaped backyard, set on the property's 50 ft. by 219 ft. lot, features a large deck, expansive garden, and two-car detached garage. 

The main floor rooms open on to each other for a more spacious, less formal feel.

 

Just a jaunt from a row of independent shops and eateries in Forest Hill Village, and a number of reputable schools (like Upper Canada College, The Bishop Strachan School and Forest Hill Jr. and Senior Public School), it’s hard to find a better location.