Located at 247 Gliddon Avenue in Oshawa’s Central neighbourhood, this 2½-storey home, built in 1920, offers a blend of historical character and modern updates. With four bedrooms above grade and an additional bedroom in the partially finished basement, the layout accommodates various living arrangements. Original architectural features remain throughout the home, complemented by recent enhancements such as the installation of a high-efficiency forced air gas furnace, removal of the oil tank, central air conditioning, and an upgraded 100-amp electrical panel. Additional improvements include updated eavestroughs on the garage and replacement of the main waste line from cast iron to PVC. The basement includes a spacious cold cellar, offering practical storage options.
A single-car detached garage and a private driveway provide parking for up to three vehicles. Situated within walking distance to downtown Oshawa, the location offers convenient access to shopping, dining, public transit, and major thoroughfares, including Highway 401. Public transit is readily accessible with the nearest stop only two minutes away.
Families benefit from access to strong local schools. Public school options include Village Union Public School (PK–8), É Élém Antonine Maillet (PK–6, French), and Eastdale Collegiate and Vocational Institute (9–12). French-language secondary education is available at ÉS Ronald-Marion (7–12). Catholic education options include St. Hedwig Catholic School and ÉÉC Corpus-Christi for elementary grades, and Monsignor John Pereyma Catholic High School and ÉSC Saint-Charles-Garnier for secondary grades.
This home is located in “park heaven,” with four parks and numerous recreational amenities within a 20-minute walk. Nearby green spaces include Bathe Park and Sunnyside Park, as well as playgrounds, ball diamonds, a basketball court, and a community garden. Cultural and community destinations such as the Oshawa Centre, the Oshawa Museum, and the McLaughlin Branch of the Oshawa Public Library are also within easy reach.
This home presents a valuable opportunity to enjoy a well-connected lifestyle in a neighbourhood rich in amenities, with the enduring charm of a character home and the assurance of thoughtful modern upgrades.