Bloor West home slides $197,000 off price first hoped for
A home in Bloor West has seen a significant price reduction of $197,000 from its initial asking price. Despite attracting over 50 visitors, potential buyers were deterred by the extensive renovations needed. Ultimately, the property sold for $1,402,000 after a price adjustment and a quick offer from a buyer.
- ▪The home was initially listed at $1,599,000 and later reduced to $1,425,000.
- ▪It sold for $1,402,000 after being on the market for 159 days.
- ▪The property requires extensive updates, which discouraged many potential buyers.
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Open this photo in gallery:Royal LePage Terrequity RealtyShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free Account59 Ostend Ave., Toronto Asking price: $1,425,000 (April, 2026)Previous asking price: $1,599,000 (November, 2025)Selling price: $1,402,000 (April, 2026)Taxes: $7,307 (2025) Property days on market: 159Listing agent: Nutan Brown, Royal LePage Terrequity Realty THE ACTION Open this photo in gallery:Royal LePage Terrequity RealtyThe long-time owners of this 104-year-old house put it up for sale last fall, hoping it might attract some of the buyers recently outbid on similar properties in the area, near Bloor and Jane streets.
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