$1,988,000Asking Price
8 Cygnus Drive, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 8P2
Observatory, Richmond Hill
Welcome to this beautifully renovated move-in ready family home in the prestigious Observatory Hill community. Situated on a generous 52.17 x 119.87 ft south-facing lot, this impressive 2-storey residence offers 4+1 bedrooms and close to 5,000 sq.ft. of total living space. Professionally upgraded from top to bottom, the home features a bright open-concept layout with a grand double-door entrance and soaring 18-ft ceiling foyer. The modern kitchen and breakfast area flow seamlessly into a spacious family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for family living and entertaining. Main floor office and functional laundry room with side entrance add convenience. Two skylights and large windows bring abundant natural light throughout. The primary bedroom retreat includes a seating area and a luxurious 5-piece ensuite. Finished basement with wet bar & spacious entertainment space. Double garage with brand-new garage door and direct access to the home. Located in a top school district including Bayview Secondary School and Sixteenth Avenue Public School. Close to parks, shopping, transit, and easy access to Highway 7, 407 & 404. A rare opportunity in one of Richmond Hill's most desirable neighborhoods. This property has undergone thorough dust removal and professional cleaning after renovation, so you can move in with peace of mind.
Welcome to this beautifully renovated move-in ready family home in the prestigious Observatory Hill community. Situated on a generous 52.17 x 119.87 ft south-facing lot, this impressive 2-storey residence offers 4+1 bedrooms and close to 5,000 sq.ft. of total living space. Professionally upgraded from top to bottom, the home features a bright open-concept layout with a grand double-door entrance and soaring 18-ft ceiling foyer. The modern kitchen and breakfast area flow seamlessly into a spacious family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for family living and entertaining. Main floor office and functional laundry room with side entrance add convenience. Two skylights and large windows bring abundant natural light throughout. The primary bedroom retreat includes a seating area and a luxurious 5-piece ensuite. Finished basement with wet bar & spacious entertainment space. Double garage with brand-new garage door and direct access to the home. Located in a top school district including Bayview Secondary School and Sixteenth Avenue Public School. Close to parks, shopping, transit, and easy access to Highway 7, 407 & 404. A rare opportunity in one of Richmond Hill's most desirable neighborhoods. This property has undergone thorough dust removal and professional cleaning after renovation, so you can move in with peace of mind.
See MoreKey Info
- 2-Storey Detached
- 4-Car Driveway
- 2-Car Attached Garage
- Bayview/16th Ave
- 3000-3500 Approximate Sq Feet
- Finished Basement
- 1 Kitchen
- Forced Air Gas Heating
- Central Air
Property
- Lot Size 52.17 x 119.87 Feet
- Brick Exterior
- Taxes were $8,586 in 2026
Details
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Sewers
- Municipal Water
- MLS #N12901484
- AIMHOME REALTY INC.
Extras
Rooms
| Room | Floor | Dimensions | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Office | Main | 13.02' x 10.56' | |
| 2 | Kitchen | Main | 19.85' x 11.78' | |
 | 1 5-Piece Bathroom | |||
| 1 4-Piece Bathroom | |||
| 1 2-Piece Bathroom on Main Floor | |||
| 1 3-Piece Bathroom | |||
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Who lives here?
Observatory, Richmond Hill is a north GTA neighbourhood notable for its singles, renters, salespeople and tradespeople. It has a higher than average population of immigrants, particularly those from Iran, and Persian and Russian speakers. Residents tend to be older with a significant number of adults aged 25 to 39 and 25 to 39 and seniors aged 65 to 74.
Families
Kids Per Family
1.2
kids per family
in the neighbourhood.
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Singles
45%
of residents are
single and loving it.
45% singles
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Renters
33%
of residents
are renters.
33% renters
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Education
49%
of residents are
university grads.
49% university grads
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Income
Average Household Income
$100K
is the average household
income in the neighbourhood.
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Professions
Professions
| Sales | 15% |
| Business | 11% |
| Sciences | 8% |
| Management | 6% |
| Government | 6% |
Immigrants
63%
of residents were
born outside of Canada.
63% immigrants
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Birthplace - All
10.9% from China
All-time
Birthplace - Recent
2.8% from Iran
Recent
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages
| Persian | 12% |
| Cantonese | 10% |
| Russian | 9% |
| Mandarin | 8% |
| Arabic | 3% |
Religions
Religions
| Christian | 51% |
| Muslim | 12% |
| Jewish | 4% |
| Buddhist | 2% |
| Sikh | 2% |
