Nestled in the 300-block of tree lined Third Street, this turn-key family home in the heart of New Westminster’s historic Queen’s Park neighbourhood is the one you’ve been waiting for. Built in 1910, the J.R. Duncan house has been extensively renovated inside and out and features more than 2,400 square feet of living space on three floors with three bedrooms up, one bedroom/office down and 2 1/2 bathrooms. Warmth and charm abound in this light-filled home, from the welcoming foyer with its newly refinished floors and wood banister staircase to the lovely living room with gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The well-equipped kitchen boasts shaker-style cabinets, quartz countertop and backsplash, a farmhouse-style island with reclaimed fir top as well as a Shaw's fireclay apron front sink and stainless steel appliances, including a dual fuel Wolf range. Head downstairs and you’ll find a new media/recreation space with built-in storage and wet bar. This home has updated electrical and plumbing, including a high efficiency boiler that services a mix of vintage cast iron and modern radiators. You’ll also find three porches, including a new entry porch. The side porch off the dining room is perfect in the afternoon and the new cedar porch off the kitchen leads to a private southwest facing backyard surrounded by mature cedar hedging and gardens. With a walk score of 81, most everything is accessible by foot including all levels of schooling, SkyTrain, shops, services, restaurants, parks and recreation. If you’re looking for a move-in ready home on an awesome block with a great family-friendly vibe in one of Metro Vancouver’s best neighbourhoods, then welcome home.
