- Detached
- 75.1 × 186.14 ft lot
- 12 parking
- Built-in garage
- Basement apartment
- Hillcrest Public School catchment
Assigned school
83% EQAO
Hillcrest Public School
Childcare
6 centres
0.4 km closest
Area profile
85% owners
$129k median
Small-area Census counts are randomly rounded by Statistics Canada.
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Description
Welcome to 1897 Balsam Avenue, an exceptional architectural residence set on a pool-size deep lot in prestigious Clarkson. Offering over 6,600 SF of finished living space & a carefully considered floor plan across three levels. Inside, soaring ceilings, expansive windows & a sophisticated combination of porcelain & hardwood flooring establish an impressive sense of scale, while B/I surround sound enhances the home's entertainment-ready design. The gourmet kitchen pairs an oversized centre island w/ Italian marble countertops & premium B/I appliances, flowing naturally into the bright breakfast area & inviting family room. A dramatic linear fireplace framed by custom built-ins creates a warm focal point, while expansive views extend toward the private backyard, an ideal setting for memorable gatherings. Above, the Owners Suite offers a private retreat w/ vaulted ceilings, a boutique-inspired walk-in closet & a spa-like ensuite finished w/ exquisite porcelain details, a deep soaker tub & oversized glass shower. Three additional bedrooms are thoughtfully appointed, each featuring its own distinctive design, generous closet space & ensuite/semi-ensuite access. The lower level adds a 2nd kitchen, spacious rec area, 2 additional bedrooms w/ ensuites, secondary laundry & a steam room. Flexible bedrooms suit various uses, while the den can convert to a home office or media room. Cove ceilings & pot lights complete the space, ideal for multi-generational living, guests, recreation & wellness. Beyond the residence, enjoy the best of Clarkson and nearby Port Credit right at your doorstep. Stroll to Clarkson Village, Port Credit waterfront, parks/trails, restaurants & boutiques. Families will appreciate access to highly regarded public & private schools, while Clarkson GO provides convenient service into Toronto. With easy access to the QEW, major routes & the GTA.
Listing History
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Location
Licensed Childcare Nearby
6 licensed centres nearby · closest 364 m
Area Checks
Inside a conservation-regulated area
A conservation-authority permit may be required for building, grading or landscaping — confirm scope with the authority.
Source: CVC Generic Regulations Limit (2025) · as of Sep 2026
102 m from a rail corridor
Visit at train times to judge noise and vibration for yourself.
Source: Ontario Railway Network (ORWN) · as of Sep 2026
Also checked, nothing flagged at this location: provincially significant wetlands, the Greenbelt, the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Niagara Escarpment plan, areas of natural and scientific interest, hydro transmission corridors.
Not openly mapped for this area (ask the local conservation authority): flood hazard mapping.
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About Clarkson
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Mostly owner-occupied: 85% of households own and 15% rent; median household income is $129,000; 68% of households have children.
- 85%
- Own their home
- 15%
- Rent
- $129,000
- Median household income
- 2.8
- Avg. household size
- 68%
- Households with kids
- 45
- Median age
More about this area
- 54%
- University degree
- 30%
- Newcomers (immigrants)
StatCan 2021 Census · the dissemination area around this home (DA 35210411). Values are randomly rounded by Statistics Canada for privacy.
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