This charming $2.7 million Toronto home is located in one of the most lively areas in the city, but you might not guess that from its quaint, ivy-coated exterior.

Mere steps away from Trinity Bellwoods Park, 951 Dundas West is a true gem, boasting serene design, a picturesque backyard and a fully-equipped basement suite that makes for an ideal rental property — because everyone could use a little extra coin these days.

The living room.

Walk past its twee exterior, and you'll discover a 1500 square-foot home replete with contemporary finishes, like hardwood floors, fresh white walls and exposed brick that breathe new life into the home, which has just hit the market for the first time since 2011.

The open-concept main floor.

The open-concept ground floor allows for seamless flow, connecting the cozy front family room to a spacious dining area and chef-inspired kitchen beyond, all embellished by a dark wood antique stairway leading up to the second floor of the 2.5 storey home.

The main kitchen.

The 165 square-foot, open-concept kitchen is a rustic-chic dream, featuring a full suite of stainless-steel appliances, graphite countertops, and a unique backsplash that plays off an exposed brick wall.

A built-in island also offers opportunity for more casual dining (or for keeping the cook company), and a back door grants direct access to the backyard, ideal for hosting parties and dinners in the warmer months.

The second-floor family room.

The second floor of the home includes a secondary family room or living room which can easily be molded for whatever purpose you need — be it a home office, playroom, or open-concept studio space, alongside an adjacent laundry outfit.

A bedroom.

The first of three bedrooms is also located on the second floor.

With a footprint of nearly 190 square-feet, the spacious room is a comfortable dwelling, with closet space, large windows overlooking the street and a nearby four-piece bathroom, also located on the level.

The Owners' Suite.

Ascending further, the primary Owners' Suite is the definition of a luxurious getaway, with exposed wood beams and brick accents, a large walk-in closet and walk-out to a rooftop balcony that offers unmatched views of the city skyline.

It almost makes spending the entire day in bed seem like a good thing.

The primary ensuite.

The Owners' Suite is also home to an opulent five-piece ensuite bathroom, complete with his-and-hers sinks, a deep freestanding bathtub for a relaxing soak and marble vanity, which makes even brushing your teeth feel like a spa treatment.

The basement unit.

Downstairs, the fully-finished basement presents as a perfect in-law suite or rental unit, with a separate entrance, additional bedroom and four-piece bathroom, all on top of offering ample natural light.

The basement kitchen.

The quaint kitchen features a sink and refrigerator on top of additional counter space for extra appliances like a microwave or toaster oven.

The backyard.

A perfect home for lovers of the outdoors, the deep, whimsical backyard is bursting with lush plant-life, features a cemented area fit for an outdoor dining set and even offers direct access to Trinity Bellwoods Park, where you can hit the pickleball courts, hockey rink, ball diamond or, in the summer months, visit a lively farmers' market.

Perhaps the biggest thorn in the side of anyone living in one of the city's most-hip neighbourhoods is the issue of parking, but that's no issue here; the home boasts both a two-car driveway and garage parking. 

951 Dundas West.

951 Dundas West is currently listed at $2,749,000 by Sam McDadi Real Estate.