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$999,000Asking Price

229 Thornton Avenue, Essa, ON L0L 2N0

Thornton, Essa

Detached
3 + 1
Bedrooms
2
Baths
8
Parking
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Beautifully renovated home in the heart of Thornton offering modern upgrades and exceptional outdoor living. The open-concept main floor features elegant hardwood flooring, a spacious living and dining area, and a stylish chef-inspired kitchen with contemporary finishes, high-end appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Fully insulated double-car garage with heater and custom flooring. The finished basement provides additional living space including a large bedroom with a private ensuite-perfect for guests or extended family. Professionally landscaped property with interlock driveway and fully fenced backyard. Enjoy outdoor entertaining on the large back deck with custom lighting and newly added covered pergola, plus a custom-built fire pit. Garden shed and professionally built workshop provide excellent storage and hobby space. Major updates include new vinyl siding, energy-efficient windows, new furnace and A/C. Conveniently located with easy access to Barrie, the GTA and recreation. Automated sprinkler system for the entire property including gardens.

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Beautifully renovated home in the heart of Thornton offering modern upgrades and exceptional outdoor living. The open-concept main floor features elegant hardwood flooring, a spacious living and dining area, and a stylish chef-inspired kitchen with contemporary finishes, high-end appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Fully insulated double-car garage with heater and custom flooring. The finished basement provides additional living space including a large bedroom with a private ensuite-perfect for guests or extended family. Professionally landscaped property with interlock driveway and fully fenced backyard. Enjoy outdoor entertaining on the large back deck with custom lighting and newly added covered pergola, plus a custom-built fire pit. Garden shed and professionally built workshop provide excellent storage and hobby space. Major updates include new vinyl siding, energy-efficient windows, new furnace and A/C. Conveniently located with easy access to Barrie, the GTA and recreation. Automated sprinkler system for the entire property including gardens.

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Key Info

  • Bungalow Detached
  • 6-Car Driveway
  • 2-Car Attached Garage
  • HWY 27 & Thornton Ave
  • 1100-1500 Approximate Sq Feet
  • 31-50 Years Approximate Age
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • 1 Kitchen
  • Forced Air Gas Heating
  • Central Air

Property

  • Lot Size 66.14 x 256.86 Feet
  • < .50 Acreage
  • Brick/Vinyl Siding Exterior
  • Taxes were $3,758 in 2026

Details

  • No Fireplace
  • No Family Room
  • Septic Tank
  • Municipal Water
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  • MLS #N12845482
  • RE/MAX CROSSTOWN REALTY INC.

Extras

Room Floor Dimensions Details
1 Kitchen Main 14.76' x 10.83' Open Concept, Quartz Counter, Pantry
2 Bathroom Main 9.84' x 6.99' 4-PieceBath, Ceramic Floor
Washroom1 4-Piece Bathroom on Main Floor
Washroom1 4-Piece Bathroom
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Public Catholic French
Primary
Middle
Secondary
Primary
Middle
Secondary
French Immersion Public
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Amenities
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0 Dog Parks
0 Daycares
2 Groceries Thornton Farmers' Market Ontario, Thornton Farmers Market
4 Coffee Spots Thornton Ice Cream Parlour & Café, Cozy Steeped Tea, Starbucks
3 Restaurant/Bars Refs Pizza & Ice Cream, The Sushi Chef, The Last Shot Bar & Grill
3 Park/Rec/Gyms The Vidya Centre For Yoga & Wellness, Essa Hockey, Phat Azz Fitness
0 Hospitals
1 Library Essa Public Library
5 Places of Worship Christ Church-St. Jude's Ivy, St.jude's Simcoe Free Church, Trinity United Church
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Who lives here?

Thornton, Essa is a north GTA neighbourhood notable for its university grads, executives, health professionals and salespeople. It has a higher than average population of immigrants. Residents tend to be older with a significant number of kids aged 10 to 14, youth aged 15 to 24, adults aged 45 to 64 and seniors aged 65 to 69.

Families

Kids Per Family

1.3

kids per family
in the neighbourhood.

Essa  (1.2)

Singles

37% of residents are
single and loving it.

37% singles

Essa (38%)

Renters

7% of residents
are renters.

7% renters

Essa (19%)

Education

25% of residents are
university grads.

25% university grads

Essa (17%)

Income

Average Household Income

$150K

is the average household
income in the neighbourhood.

Essa  ($117K)

Professions

Professions
Sales 16%
Trades 11%
Management 9%
Government 9%
Business 8%

Immigrants

11% of residents were
born outside of Canada.

11% immigrants

Essa (9%)

Birthplace - All

UK was once home to 1.9% of immigrants.
Italy 1.6%
Brazil 1.4%
Germany 1.0%
USA 0.9%

1.9% from UK
All-time

Birthplace - Recent

Brazil was once home to 0.8% of immigrants.
South Korea 0.6%
USA 0.5%
Iran 0.3%
UK 0.1%

0.8% from Brazil
Recent

Foreign Languages

Foreign Languages
French 2%
Italian 1%
Dutch 1%
Ukrainian 1%
German 1%

Religions

Religions
Christian 71%
Jewish 1%