117 Harding Ave in North York
Welcome to 117 Harding Ave, located in the heart of the BrookhavenAmesbury neighbourhood. This is a rare one-family home with parkside privacy.
Built in 1966 and lovingly maintained by one family since day one, 117 Harding Avenue is the kind of home that almost never comes to market. Solid. Spacious. And sitting in a location that quietly checks every box.
Let’s start with what you can’t change: the lot. This home is directly beside a park, meaning no neighbour on one side and no one behind you. Ever. It’s privacy like this that makes buyers pause, smile, and say, “Okay… this is special.”
Inside, the layout is classic and functional designed for real life, not trends.
The main floor offers a large, separate dining room that flows effortlessly into a generous living room. It’s ideal for family dinners, hosting holidays, or just spreading out and enjoying the space. The bones are excellent, the rooms are well-proportioned, and the home has been carefully maintained over the decades. Upstairs, you’ll find four good-sized bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a walkout to a private balcony large enough for a table and chairs. Morning coffee? Evening wind-down? You’ve got options. . The lower level adds serious versatility, featuring:
A second kitchen
A 4-piece bathroom
A cold storage room (cantina) perfect for canning, preserves, or wine storage
A side entrance that provides access to both the basement and main floor
Whether you’re thinking multi-generational living, a future in-law suite, or added value down the road, this setup works.
Yes, the kitchen and bathrooms are ready for updates and that’s part of the opportunity. The home is in great condition, giving you the freedom to renovate on your own timeline and taste.
The main floor features a bright, airy layout filled with natural light and rich hardwood flooring throughout. A large, separate living room and dining room create an ideal balance of everyday comfort and elegant entertaining, offering excellent flow for both family life and formal gatherings. The main hallway draws you naturally through the home, ending at the spacious, open kitchen an inviting focal point with endless potential. A beautifully finished wooden staircase leads to the upper level, adding warmth and architectural character. Completing the main floor is a convenient 2-piece powder room located just off the front foyer, perfect for guests and daily living.
Living Room and Dining Room shown with optional staging
The kitchen is generously sized and filled with natural light from multiple windows. It offers a double stainless steel deep undermount sink and an abundance of cupboard space, making it highly functional as-is. While not currently configured as an eatin kitchen, the size and layout offer endless possibilities for a stunning, reimagined design.
The large kitchen offers sleek granite countertops, a double stainless steel undermount sink, a tile backsplash, lots of cabinetry and room for eating-in
A large, sun-filled separate dining room located adjacent to the kitchen, comfortably seating 8–10 is perfect for family meals and holiday gatherings.
The spacious, carpet-free Primary bedroom is flooded with sunlight through a large window and walkout to a full-size balcony. Enjoy a morning coffee or an end-of-day wind-down.
Primary bedroom offers space for a king bed plus extra storage (optional staging shown)
The second, third, and fourth bedrooms are generously sized. carpet-free and offering versatility for use as comfortable bedrooms, a dedicated home office, or a stylish den tailored to suit your lifestyle.
Third Bedroom
Fourth Bedroom
The basement features a separate entrance and a large open floor plan. There is an existing second kitchen and 4 piece bathroom that can be used as-is right now but is perfect for future renovation plans. There is also a large cold storage that can be used for canning, preserves or wine storage.
Optional staging/renovation shown
The backyard offers exceptional privacy, bordered by parkland on the side and rear with no neighbouring sightlines. While modest in size, it features a grassy area anchored by a beautiful pear tree, a closed-in back patio for seasonal enjoyment, and a long private driveway leading to a double car garage practical, peaceful, and full of charm.
Inclusions:
2 Refrigerators, 2 Ovens, Vent Hood, All Electric Light Fixtures, All Window Coverings (As-is, Where-is Condition)
Additional Costs:
Property Taxes: $4,864 (2025) Hot Water Tank Rental
