MLS® listing
42 Fern Avenue: semi-detached house for sale
$1,279,000
From the listing brokerage
Hygge-jygge! This Roncesvalles beauty feels like a handcrafted-ceramic-mug of fresh brewed coffee moment-warm, flavourful, organic, and effortlessly comforting. Tucked behind mature landscaping, the classic red-brick home offers a welcoming front porch overlooking a vibrant, family-friendly neighbourhood, only a short walk to the lively Roncesvalles restaurants, bars and cafes. A vintage wooden door opens to a practical tiled vestibule with a generous closet for everyday storage.The open-concept main floor is endlessly charming, featuring exposed brick, high baseboards, a gorgeous Valour gas fireplace, and a dining room anchored by an oversized V-shaped bay window that pours western light across the space. The renovated shaker/farmhouse-inspired kitchen includes cozy heated floors (sigh), exceptional counter space, ample storage, a breakfast bar for four, and a walk-out to a deck and deep yard with English gardens and a large detached garage with potential for expansion (see Laneway Housing Study). Upstairs, a skylight floods the hall with natural light, leading to three bright and generous bedrooms and an updated washroom. The finished basement offers a spacious rec room with pot lights and laminate floors, a guest room, laundry room, storage and a convenient two-piece bath. Ideally located with excellent walkability, top-tier transit access, and steps to Fern Ave Jr & Sr PS with French immersion. A short walk from the natural retreat of High Park and the trails and beaches of Lake Ontario, and just a hop, skip, and a jump to Sorauren Park - with year-round family programming, free outdoor movies, tennis and pickleball courts, a wood-fired pizza oven, seasonal skating rink and splash pad, and the beloved Monday farmers' market. An upcoming community centre with indoor pool, double gym, running track and fitness centre is an added bonus. A wonderfully warm, inviting family home in coveted Roncesvalles-one that feels just right the moment you step inside.
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 1100-1500 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2-Storey |
| Basement | Full, Finished |
| Lot width | 18.75 |
| Lot depth | 132 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | North |
| Parking spaces | 1 |
| Garage | Detached |
| Heating | Radiant |
| Cooling | None |
| Kitchens | 1 |
| Property tax | $7,289 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Parking | Lane |
| Interior features | None |
| Features | Hospital, Park, Public Transit, School |
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX HALLMARK ESTATE GROUP REALTY LTD.. MLS® W14080448.
About this semi-detached house
42 Fern Avenue is a 4 bedroom semi-detached house in TRREB's Roncesvalles community in Toronto, listed for sale at $1,279,000. The listing shows 2 bathrooms and 1100-1500 square feet. The style is given as 2-storey. The lot is listed as 18.75 by 132 feet. The listing gives the basement as full, finished. It comes with 1 parking space and a detached garage according to the listing. The nearest main intersection given is Sorauren Ave & Fern Ave.
These details come from the listing brokerage through TRREB's MLS® System. Room sizes, the lot, the taxes and what is included in the sale should all be confirmed before an offer is firm.
What it costs to buy 42 Fern Avenue
At the asking price of $1,279,000, a buyer pays two land transfer taxes on closing: the Ontario tax and the City of Toronto's municipal tax. Both apply to every home inside the City.
| Asking price | $1,279,000 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $22,055 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $22,055 |
| Both taxes | $44,110 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $102,900 |
The down payment figure is the federal minimum: 5 percent of the first $500,000 and 10 percent of the rest. A lender can ask for more. These figures use the asking price, so they change if you pay more or less. Legal fees, title insurance and adjustments are extra: ask your lawyer for a written quote. This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Confirm the figures with a lawyer or accountant. You can change the price in our land transfer tax calculator and our mortgage calculator.
What it costs to own each month
| Property tax (2026) | $7,289 a year, about $607 a month |
|---|
That is before a mortgage payment, home insurance and utilities. The listing shows no monthly maintenance fee, so upkeep of the building and the lot is the owner's own cost.
How the asking price compares
TRREB recorded 159 semi-detached house sales in the City of Toronto in August 2026, at a median price of $981,000 and an average of $1,110,639. This home is listed at $1,279,000, which is $298,000 above that median.
The median covers every neighbourhood, size and condition in the City of Toronto, so it is a reference point and not a valuation of this home. Location, size, lot, parking and condition all move the price. Our Toronto house prices page has the figures for every home type.
What to check before you make an offer
- Book a home inspection. An inspector looks at the roof, foundation, wiring, plumbing and heating. The listing gives the heating as radiant.
- Have a lawyer search the title. A title search shows mortgages, liens and easements registered against the property. Ask whether a survey exists and whether it matches the lot on the listing, 18.75 by 132 feet.
- Ask about permits. Ask which renovations had building permits and whether those permits were closed.
- Confirm what is included. Appliances, light fixtures and window coverings are included only if the agreement says so. Ask whether the water heater or furnace is rented.
- Get your financing in writing. A lender looks at the property tax and heating costs as well as the price.
- See it in person. The listing has a virtual tour, but photos do not show noise, light at different hours or the state of the street and the homes beside it.
Our first-time home buyer guide and our page for buyers walk through each step. This is general information, not legal advice. Confirm the details with a lawyer.
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Questions about 42 Fern Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 42 Fern Avenue?
At the asking price of $1,279,000 the Ontario tax is $22,055 and the Toronto tax is $22,055, $44,110 in total. A first-time buyer who qualifies can get up to $8,475 back. Confirm the final figures with your lawyer.
What is the minimum down payment for 42 Fern Avenue?
$102,900 at the asking price of $1,279,000, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 42 Fern Avenue?
The listing shows $7,289 a year for 2026, about $607 a month.
Is 42 Fern Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $1,279,000. The August 2026 median for semi-detached house sales in the City of Toronto was $981,000 across 159 sales, so the asking price is $298,000 higher. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 42 Fern Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® W14080448. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 42 Fern Avenue still for sale?
This page is refreshed from TRREB's MLS® System through the day. If the listing sells or is withdrawn the page says so. Contact us to confirm before you make plans.
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