Property Description

Set in Oakwood’s coveted Golden Triangle, 243 Lonsdale Avenue is a 1931 brick Tudor Revival that pairs thoughtful updates with the original architectural character buyers look for.The formal living room centers on a gas log fireplace with its original stone surround, framed by crown molding, recessed art lighting, and Visual Comfort sconces. Refinished original hardwood floors run throughout the first floor. A rope-detailed archway opens to the front sunroom, where original diamond-paned casement windows are protected by 3M film and exterior storms. New French doors lead to a covered front porch with ceiling fan, custom railing, and retractable Phantom screens.A second archway leads to the central dining room, finished with recessed art lighting, crown molding, and Hunter Douglas plantation shutters. The galley kitchen keeps its original full-inset cabinetry and ceiling beams, adds a reverse osmosis system, and opens to a breakfast room with an original built-in leaded glass cupboard. Two first-floor bedrooms, one with custom built-in shelving that works well as an office or TV room, share a remodeled full bath with classic subway tile, marble floor, and RH hardware.Upstairs, the primary bedroom features skylights, beams, a ceiling fan, and an attached sitting area. A second bedroom completes the level; both include walk-in closets and under-eave storage. A remodeled full bath offers subway tile, a custom vanity with Cambria quartz top, plantation shutters, and RH hardware, alongside a large hall linen closet.The partially finished basement adds living space with glass block windows, a sump pump, laundry, and a remodeled half bath.Outside, landscaping by Grandma’s Gardens features low-maintenance perennials and Japanese maples, with a paver entry, stone wall, and iron gate out front. The private backyard is built for entertaining: a large paver patio, mature arborvitae hedge, and fountain, all with landscape lighting and a Rain Bird irrigation system.

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