Ottawa

603 Edison Avenue

$1,725,000

For Sale

4

Bedrooms

3.5

Bathrooms

Detached 2-Storey

Property Type

1957

Year Built

1 Car Garage plus 2 Driveway Sapces

Parking

$11,866/2025

Taxes/Year

Property Description

A Thoughtfully Expanded & Renovated Family Home

Lovingly updated by its current owner and thoughtfully expanded by the previous one, this mid-century home (circa 1957) is brimming with both character and modern functionality. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street in a walkable, central neighbourhood, this home has been reimagined over time to offer exceptional indoor and outdoor spaces for family life, entertaining, and peaceful everyday living.


🏡 Major Structural Improvements

  • Expanded Living Areas: The second owners extended the front of the home to enlarge the living room and added a rear bump-out to enhance the sunken family room, adding significant square footage and flow.
  • Loft Addition: A spacious, bright loft with high ceilings, skylight (with remote-controlled blackout panel), and new windows was added above the garage—perfect as a studio, guest retreat, or creative space.
  • Garage Updates: Insulated garage door with remotes and control unit added in 2022. The garage includes inside access and a rear yard door for added convenience.

🛋 Interior Features & Renovations

  • Hardwood Flooring (2011): Rich hardwood runs throughout the main and upper floors, including the elegant main staircase and the sunken family room entry.
  • Custom Stair Runner & Rounded Steps: Carefully crafted for comfort and design appeal.
  • Two Gas Fireplaces (Updated in 2012): Located in the living and family rooms for cozy ambiance.
  • Sunken Family Room: Features a lovely bay window overlooking the backyard, with arched entryways, custom shutters, and beautiful natural light.
  • Elegant Dining Room & Living Room: Spacious and bright—ideal for entertaining.

🍽 Deslaurier Custom Kitchen

Renovated in 2012, this high-end Deslaurier kitchen is the heart of the home, tailored for modern family living:

  • Striking Blue Pearl granite countertops
  • Floor-to-ceiling cabinetry and an island with built-in power
  • Thoughtfully designed interior cabinetry for functional storage and organization
  • Filtered water and instant hot water taps
  • Stainless steel appliances:
    • LG Fridge (2021)
    • GE Stove (2012)
    • Whirlpool Dishwasher (2020)
    • Panasonic Microwave/hood fan
  • Stainless steel backsplash
  • Garden door access to the backyard and patio

🛏 Bedroom Retreats & Loft

  • Primary Suite: A serene, oversized retreat with two sitting areas and a stunning ensuite bath (2020) featuring a separate soaker tub and walk-in shower, heated flooring, and a second hot water tank (discreetly located behind a panel in the closet).
  • Second Bedroom: Previously the original primary bedroom—generously sized and sun-filled.
  • Third Bedroom: Currently set up as a home office.
  • Bedroom 4 / Loft: Located above the garage, this inspiring space offers vaulted ceilings, remote-controlled skylight cover, and a combination heating/cooling unit—a flexible and private space for guests or creative use.

🛁 Bathrooms

  • Three Renovated Bathrooms:
    • Main bath (2020) with heated flooring
    • Ensuite bath (2020) with luxury finishes
    • Powder room (2012)
  • Lower-Level Bathroom: Full bath with shower
  • All updated with quality finishes and thoughtful layout

🧺 Lower Level

  • Laundry Area
  • Storage & Utility Rooms: Well-organized with vinyl flooring
  • Lower-Level Chest Freezer included
  • High-End Wallpapered Stairwell adds visual interest
  • Note: Loft-level addition does not extend into lower level due to bedrock and can be viewed from a designated opening

🌿 Outdoor Features & Landscaping

  • Private, Fully Enclosed Backyard: Custom cedar hedge screening coordinated with neighbours
  • Brick Retaining Wall and gated access with locks
  • Rear Gardens & Entertaining Patio (2012)
  • Front Landscaping Overhaul (2024): Includes new retaining walls, irrigation system, and stucco maintenance

🛠 Systems & Mechanical Highlights

FeatureApprox. Year
Roof RepairsAs needed (original ~2003)
Furnace2010
HumidifierAttached to furnace
A/C2010
Hot Water Tank (Main)2017
Second HWT (Ensuite Closet)2021
WindowsSome pre-2010, 17 replaced in 2024
Front Door & Sidelight~2021
Electrical Panel200 amp (2013)
Combination Cooling/Heating UnitsBedroom 4 (Loft) & Primary Suite
Garage Door System2022

🚲 Location & Lifestyle

  • Quiet, No-Through Street in a Mature Neighbourhood
  • Walkable to Restaurants, Stores, and Amenities
  • Steps to LRT and Extensive NCC Trails
  • Centrally Located with Easy Access Across the City

💕 What the Homeowner Loves

“This home has offered such comfort, space, and joy—whether it’s been family dinners, quiet mornings in the loft, or hosting friends in the backyard. The layout flows so naturally, and the updates have all been made with quality, care, and everyday ease in mind. Plus, the neighbourhood is unbeatable—peaceful, walkable, and close to everything.”


Exclusions

  • Rose bushes in the small triangular garden
  • Light fixtures in the front hall, dining room, and ensuite wall (will be removed and capped prior to closing)
  • Spice rack in the kitchen

E. & O.E. The information in this document is believed to be accurate, but is not warranted.

Inclusions

Fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, hood fan, humidifier, air conditioner, microwave, all light fixtures (except those noted in exclusions), drapery tracks and rods, window blinds, TV wall brackets, garage door opener w/2 remotes, 2x hot water tanks, water purifier at kitchen sink (instant hot water), 5 ceiling fans
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