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812 7420 Bathurst Street
Brownridge Vaughan L4J 6X4

$749,000
Residential Condo & Other beds: 2+1 baths: 2.0

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Status:
Active
Prop. Type:
Residential Condo & Other
MLS® Num:
N13606846
Bedrooms:
2+1
Bathrooms:
2
** Welcome to the perfect 2 Bdrm Condo , unit 812 at 7420 Bathurst St in a prime Thornhill location offering one of the larger & most desirable layouts ** This meticulously maintained unit has been upgraded throughout w/fully renovated Bathrooms (2019: new ventilation systems, custom showers, flooring, heightened ceiling , vanities & built-in wall storage) * Renovated Kitchen (Custom new tile flooring, New Appliances (2024/25) U shaped cabinetry w/additional storage, Reverse-osmosis water Filter, Granite Countertops)* Sun-filled oversized Living room provides a versatile space for your furniture and desired set-up * In-suite Laundry room & multiple additional storage closets * Large Master Bedroom w/double-closets & en-suite 3pcs bath * Large Second bedroom with the previous den added to it for additional work/office space * All-inclusive maintenance fees cover all utilities & Internet/T.V under $1/Sqft * Amenities include: outdoor pool, indoor hot-tup and yoga area, squash court & billiards/table tennis court, gym, sauna, lots of visitor parking, tennis & pickleball courts, outdoor patio/garden area w/covered gazebo for colder months elegant party room, library in a incredibly well-managed building with brand new hallways & Lobby * Ideally situated steps to Promenade Mall, Bathurst , , shopping, dining, schools, transit, and places of worship, this is a rare turnkey opportunity combining space, quality finishes, and exceptional convenience in the heart of Thornhill * Gated Security and beautiful landscaping * 2 Owned Parking Spots *
Property Type:
Residential Condo & Other
Property Sub Type:
Condo Apartment
Home Style:
Apartment
Total Approx Floor Area:
1200-1399
Exposure:
North
Bedrooms:
2+1
Bathrooms:
2.0
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
2
Bedrooms Below Grade:
1
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
6
Heating type:
Fan Coil
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Storey:
8
Balcony:
None
Basement:
None
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
Underground
Garage Spaces:
2.0
Parking Features:
Underground
Parking Type:
Owned
Parking Spaces:
2
Total Parking Spaces:
2.0
Locker:
None
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
Flexible
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Included In
Maintenance Fee:
$1,014.11
Maintenance fees include:
Cable TV Included, Common Elements Included, Building Insurance Included, Parking Included, CAC Included, Water Included, Hydro Included, Heat Included
Taxes:
$3,124.24 / 2026
Assessment:
$- / -
York
Vaughan
Brownridge
Hospital, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, Rec./Commun.Centre, Library, Cul de Sac/Dead End
Carpet Free, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Water Purifier, In-Law Capability, In-Law Suite, Separate Heating Controls, Water Treatment, Auto Garage Door Remote
Security Gate, Controlled Entry, Recreational Area, Patio, Landscaped, Paved Yard, Privacy, Porch Enclosed
Security System, Monitored
No
Renovated Kitchen w/ U Shaped Cabinetry & Extra Storage (2012) w/lifted ceiling & pot lights (2019): Fridge , Oven/ Stove & Dishwasher (2024-2025), Range Hood * New Modern Tile Flooring in Hallway/Foyer & Kitchen * Washer & Dryer * All Elf's, Window Coverings * 2 Parking Spots. Both Bathrooms Fully Renovated W/custom showers, modern wall-hanging vanities, custom storage units & new ventilation system + Lifted Ceiling (2019) * Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System in Kitchen * Bidet system in Master Bathroom * New Fan-Coil Unit (owned) *
Concrete
Outdoor Pool, Recreation Room, Sauna, Squash/Racquet Court, Tennis Court, Exercise Room
Yes
Floor
Type
Size
Other
Flat
Foyer
10'2½" × 8'6"
Tile Floor, Double Closet, B/I Closet
Flat
Kitchen
15'2" × 8'10"
Stone Counters, Tile Floor, Pot Lights
Flat
Dining Room
24'9¼" × 12'
Open Concept, Combined w/Great Rm, Walk Through
Flat
Living Room
24'9¼" × 12'
Large Window, Open Concept
Flat
Primary Bedroom
19'8¼" × 11'1½"
Large Window, 3 Pc Ensuite, Double Closet
Flat
Bedroom 2
21'8" × 9'8"
Large Window, Large Closet, Combined w/Den
Special Designation:
Unknown
Air Conditioning:
Central Air
Central Vacuum:
No
Seller Property Info Statement:
No
Laundry Access:
Ensuite, Laundry Room, In-Suite Laundry
Laundry Level:
Main Level
Condo Corporation Number:
585
Property Management Company:
C.P.O Management
Date Listed:
Jul 26, 2026
Original Price:
$749,000
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Listed by RE/MAX REALTRON REALTY INC.
Data was last updated August 19, 2026 at 08:15 PM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
44
Avg list price:
$663,950
Min list price:
$419,000
Max list price:
$1,148,000
Avg days on market:
43
Min days on market:
1
Max days on market:
669
These statistics are generated based on the current listing's property type and located in Brownridge. Average values are derived using median calculations. This data is not produced by the MLS® system.
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