This home is not only move-in ready, it is forward-thinking and energy-conscious.
88 McGowan Street is a 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home that has been tastefully and lovingly decorated, completely finished from top to bottom. It has instant curb appeal, with a covered porch, lovely landscaping, and a secluded upper deck. The home was built in 2015 and offers 2,198 sq ft of living space.
Not only does the home offer generous living space on both the main floor and in the basement, it has impressive upgrades too, including 2 gas fireplaces (one on the main floor and one in the basement surrounded by custom built-ins) and upgraded engineered hardwood flooring throughout the main level.
The spacious white kitchen has stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove, an oversized pantry with custom built-ins and open upper shelves. The main floor laundry room has built-in cabinets.
On the upper level, there are four bedrooms, each with its own unique style, and a full four-piece bathroom.
The primary bedroom includes a spacious walk-in closet and an ensuite bath for added privacy and comfort.
The finished basement, completed in 2020, is bright and sunny, a great spot to gather and watch movies. You can work from home here and the kids can play and create. This space features a floating sub-floor system and a zero-clearance gas fireplace, creating a cozy retreat for relaxation or entertainment.
The generous back deck is the perfect spot to host family cookouts and get-togethers. The yard has lots of space for children and pets to play, raised garden beds for your vegetables and an impressive play structure that kids will love.
“The thing that separates this home from others on the market is the energy-efficiency components,” says listing agent Charmaine Collins.
These include a 10 kWh solar panel system which is fully owned by the homeowner and connected to the grid, and a 50 amp outlet in the garage that is ready for an EV charger or a generator hookup. The 10 kWh solar panel system produces enough electricity to cover the home’s current electrical needs, and it also has the ability to offset energy consumption for the electric vehicle.
“This benefits the potential buyer by offsetting their monthly carrying costs, and by allowing them to live with a greener footprint,” Collins explains.
A few notable details about the home’s solar system:
- It was installed in 2020 and is still under performance warranty.
- It generates all of the electricity needs of the house and more. Generation credits carry forward for 12 months under the current hydro billing program.
- It is backup-battery-compatible to improve energy independence or to provide emergency power during an outage. (There is currently not a backup battery at this property, but you have the ability to connect one.)
- The solar panels are installed at the rear of the house, which maintains curb appeal. The upgraded, black-framed solar panels blend into the roof line for improved aesthetics.
“This home is located in a family-friendly neighbourhood where youth play basketball and hockey on the street. Neighbours regularly get together for neighbourhood gatherings and socials. It is move-in ready and cosy, with an abundance of storage and green energy upgrades, making it a beautiful and functional living experience for families.”
It’s a quick, 2-minute walk to Wright Haven Homes Park in Elora, with several soccer fields. You’re also just a 5-minute drive to Elora’s downtown core, where you can dine, shop, visit the markets and go to the spa.
Says Collins, “After expanding my own family recently, I have a greater appreciation for the perfect family home—and this home is definitely that. Everything from the proximity to parks and the downtown core, its location in a family-friendly neighbourhood, to the green energy components that help lessen the burden of the monthly expenses of home ownership. This home has everything a family is looking for!”
To see more, take a virtual tour. REALTOR® Charmaine Collins of Coldwell Banker Neumann Real Estate Brokerage can be reached at 519-821-3600.
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