7 brimley road south

This cute Toronto houseboat will cost you less than half of a typical detached home

With Toronto's average home price continuing to climb beyond a range anyone can reasonably afford on their own, prospective buyers are now considering all of their options when it comes to securing a place to live including renting, buying a condo, or even choosing to live in a floating home. 

While Toronto's median price for a single detached home was a staggering $1,275,000 in the first quarter of 2024, this quaint houseboat, located at D78 - 7 Brimley Road South in Scarborough's Bluffer's Park, could be yours for only $535,000. 

7 brimley road southThe houseboat is part of a community of floating homes for residents who live year-round in the Scarborough Bluffs. For the most part, the homes are completely stationary and stay afloat using metal pontoons. 

The property was custom-built in 2022 and boasts over 650 square feet of nautical-style living on the water. 

7 brimley road southOn the inside, the space looks just like your typical home, with white oak plank flooring and LED pot lights throughout. 

7 brimley road southOther notable details in the home include a built-in desk, floating entertainment shelving, and a cute breakfast bar. 

7 brimley road southThe nautical theme comes in especially strong in the kitchen, with its two-tone navy blue lower cabinets, contrasting white upper cabinets, and accented gold handles. 

7 brimley road southThe one-bedroom, two-bathroom home would probably work best for a single person or a couple who love the outdoors and, of course, the water.

7 brimley road southThe primary bedroom includes a unique built-in white oak queen bed frame with floating side tables and nautical overhead lamps. 

7 brimley road southSimilar to other points throughout the home, the primary bathroom provides a glimpse of the marina and boasts lots of gold and woody elements. 

7 brimley road southThe powder room has more of a beachy or surf shack feel, with tons of natural light, a wooden backdrop, and plants. 

7 brimley road southThe view through the houseboat's sliding doors overlooks the 65-square-foot cedar deck — a great place for soaking in the sunset or sipping on an ice-cold beverage.

7 brimley road southThis one-of-a-kind houseboat is currently on the market for $535,000.

Lead photo by

Royal LePage Signature Realty, Brokerage


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