A rare time capsule has just hit the Toronto market — and if you’ve ever wondered what a Parkdale home looked like nearly 60 years ago, 126 Close Ave. is about as close (pun intended) as you’ll get.
Listed for the first time since 1966, this duplex hasn’t just stood the test of time — it’s practically frozen in it.
From the retro linoleum floors to appliances made by companies that don’t even exist anymore, the home is full of relics from another era.
An original fireplace and leaded window in the living room of one of the units.
There are also some beautiful original details, like the fireplace, hardwood floors, and leaded glass windows that are just begging to be restored.
A bedroom.
So if you can look past the tired interiors, there’s actually a lot of potential here.
The kitchen in one of the units.
The four-bedroom, three-bathroom property is split into two self-contained units, each with its own personality.
An upstairs bedroom.
The upper suite spans two levels and features three bedrooms, a separate living room, and plenty of natural light — the kind of space that could easily suit a growing family or long-term tenants.
A main floor bedroom.
Downstairs, the main-floor unit has two bedrooms, soaring nine-foot ceilings, and a functional layout that’s perfect for an owner-occupier or anyone looking to generate rental income.
The upstairs unit kitchen.
Whether you dream of restoring its vintage charm, converting it into a luxurious single-family home, or keeping it as an income-generating duplex, the possibilities are endless.
A bathroom.
And with its unbeatable location, eclectic surroundings, and rising property values — prices in the area are up roughly four per cent in the last year and around 30 per cent year over year — this one’s a solid investment opportunity.
A bedroom.
At $1,199,000, 126 Close Ave. is listed at nearly half the price of a typical home in the neighbourhood (where the average is around $2.2 million).
Another bathroom.
Of course, that lower price comes with a catch: this house hasn’t been updated since the ’60s.
A living room.
But if you’ve got a healthy renovation budget and the patience for a full gut job, this fixer-upper could offer a serious return on investment.
The back of the house.
And if you’re feeling extra ambitious, 132 Close Ave., another dated duplex on the same street, is also up for grabs — for just $999,000.
