Welcome to 248 Benson Ave, a rare turnkey opportunity in the sought-after Wychwood neighborhood. Redesigned by owner-architect and renovated from the studs up in 2020; additional upgrades in 2022 include an insulated basement, new porch, front concrete staircase and retaining wall. Elevated from the street, enter through a spacious south-facing porch to an open concept main floor. Ergonomic custom kitchen doubles up as a dining area and is equipped with Caesar stone quartz countertops, marble tile backsplash and premium appliances. French patio doors with an oversized transom window enhance indoor-outdoor living. Rare three-piece main floor washroom, provides convenience for entertaining or pet care. Upstairs, spa-like bathroom is completed with a rare commercial-grade steam shower, marble tile, and designer fixtures. All three bedrooms are filled with light through oversized windows, feature engineered hardwood, solid wood trim and doors, including a custom closet in the main bedroom. Other upgrades include new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, new windows, roof maintenance and more, virtually every aspect of this home has been improved resulting in high energy efficiency rating that keeps the house naturally cool during the summer and warm in the winter. The basement offers additional living space, custom built-in storage, and a premium Electrolux laundry center. Outdoor living features a spacious 14' x 14' rear deck, professionally landscaped grounds, and cedar garden beds. Located steps to Wychwood Barns year-round farmer's market, St. Clair W restaurants, parks, schools, and transit, this family home offers exceptional urban accessibility. Move in with confidence knowing the home's major systems have been comprehensively updated and meticulously maintained. Parking is available through a parking pass guaranteed by city for $23.26 + HST/month and is readily available right in front of the house.
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Facts and features of 248 Benson Avenue
| Type | Semi-Detached |
|---|---|
| Style | 2-Storey |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Size | 700-1100 sq ft |
| Lot | 17.83 x 69 Feet |
| Garage | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Basement | Full, Partially Finished |
| Exterior | Brick, Vinyl Siding |
| Taxes | $5,387 (2026) |
| Days on market | 9 |
| Listing brokerage | Royal LePage Frank Real Estate |
Rooms
6 rooms, with sizes
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Main | 14′ 5″ × 13′ 6″ 4.39 × 4.11 m | hardwood floor, overlook patio, open concept |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 13′ 0″ × 10′ 2″ 3.96 × 3.09 m | Hardwood Floor |
| Recreation | Basement | 28′ 9″ × 14′ 1″ 8.76 × 4.29 m | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 10′ 2″ × 7′ 10″ 3.09 × 2.39 m | Hardwood Floor |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 9′ 6″ × 9′ 6″ 2.9 × 2.89 m | Hardwood Floor |
| Kitchen | Main | 15′ 10″ × 12′ 0″ 4.83 × 3.66 m | hardwood floor, overlooks backyard, quartz counter |
Around this home
What’s near 248 Benson Avenue
From 248 Benson Avenue, the nearest station is St Clair West station (Line 1 Yonge-University), about 1.5 km away; the nearest grocery store is St. Clair Fruit Market, about 250 m away; the nearest TDSB elementary school is McMurrich Junior Public School, about 100 m away; and the nearest park is Graham Park, about 300 m away.
Transit
- St Clair West station Line 1 Yonge-University about 1.5 km
- Ossington station Line 2 Bloor-Danforth about 1.9 km
- Christie station Line 2 Bloor-Danforth about 1.9 km
Groceries and pharmacies
- St. Clair Fruit Market Grocery about 250 m
- Christie Pharmacy Pharmacy about 500 m
- Moberly Natural Foods Grocery about 550 m
- Pharmacia Drugstore Pharmacy about 950 m
- St. Clair Fruits Market Grocery about 950 m
Parks
- Graham Park Park about 300 m
- Wychwood Barns Park Park about 600 m
- Hillcrest Park Park about 650 m
Schools
- McMurrich Junior Public School TDSB elementary · JK-6 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 6 reading 96% · Gr 6 math 75% about 100 m
- Rawlinson Community School TDSB elementary · JK-8 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 6 reading 82% · Gr 6 math 39% about 900 m
- Winona Drive Senior Public School TDSB middle school · 7-8 about 200 m
- St Alphonsus Catholic School Catholic elementary · JK-8 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 6 reading 96% · Gr 6 math 50% about 450 m
- Oakwood Collegiate Institute TDSB secondary · 9-12 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 9 math 44% · Gr 10 literacy 88% about 400 m
- Msgr Fraser Orientation Centre Catholic secondary · 9-12 about 2.0 km
Nearest schools, not necessarily the ones that serve this address. Check with the TDSB and TCDSB school locators.
Community
- Davenport Library Library about 550 m
- Chabad of Midtown Community Centre Community centre about 950 m
- Phil White Arena Pool or arena about 1.4 km
Private schools
- Girls
- The Bishop Strachan School JK to Grade 12 about 2.2 km
- Boys
- St. Michael's College School Grades 7 to 12 about 1.3 km
- Royal St. George's College Grades 3 to 12 about 2.0 km
- Upper Canada College JK to Grade 12 about 2.7 km
- Co-ed
- Arrowsmith School Ages 6 and up about 2.2 km
- The Mabin School JK to Grade 6 about 2.2 km
- Howlett Academy JK to Grade 8 about 2.6 km
- Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School JK to Grade 8 about 2.6 km
Within a 40-minute walk, from our list of private schools in central Toronto (checked October 2026). Fees and admissions on each school’s site. See all private schools
Restaurants
- Dragon Delight Chinese Cuisine Google reviews about 150 m
- Wings N Dip Google reviews about 150 m
- Savera Google reviews about 200 m
- Sushi Kozoku Google reviews about 200 m
- Chai Pochana Google reviews about 200 m
Places: OpenStreetMap contributors, October 2026. Straight-line distances. Schools: EQAO 2024-25, Ontario Ministry of Education.
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