What One Million Dollars Buys in Downsview: A Look Inside 40 Datchet Road

What does one million dollars get you in Downsview?

At around one million dollars, 40 Datchet Road gets you a detached three bedroom bungalow with a finished lower level, a second kitchen and bathroom, a separate side entrance, and a large backyard with a heated sunroom. It sits on a cul-de-sac, which matters more than most buyers expect once they live there. For first-time buyers who have ruled out condos, this is a way into the freehold market that does not start with a major renovation.

What is the main floor like?

The main floor has hardwood flooring and three bedrooms, each with a closet. You walk into two large living spaces with big windows, one used as the dining room and one as the living room, which has a large picture window. The eat-in kitchen has been updated over the years and is move-in ready today.

I also see an opportunity in it. The kitchen sits right next to the dining room, which makes opening it up a realistic renovation if you want a more modern layout later.

The third bedroom is currently set up as another living space, which shows how flexible the floor plan is. There is also a blue retro bathroom that will either be a keeper or a first renovation project depending on your taste. At the back, the heated sunroom brings light into the house all day and gives you a room you can use in every season.

Why does the basement matter in this house?

The basement is where this house shows its history. It has a gas fireplace, wood paneling, and a small bar, and the combination has a lot of Italian charm. There is a large laundry room at the back, a second kitchen, a bathroom, and a separate side entrance.

In my experience the basement is usually the heart of a home, and this one tells you how many gatherings have happened here over the years. That layout also gives you potential for an in-law suite or multi-generational living. If you are thinking about renting the lower level, confirm the zoning and permit requirements with the City of Toronto before you buy, since a second kitchen does not automatically make a space a legal second unit.

What is the street like and what is nearby?

40 Datchet Road is on a cul-de-sac, steps from stairs that lead down to a ravine. Schools, parks, shopping, and transit are close, as are the Roding Community Centre and Highways 401 and 400. For more on the area, including transit, schools, and what is planned for the wider Downsview Park community, see the Downsview Park neighbourhood guide.

Who is this home a fit for?

This home suits first-time buyers who want a freehold home and have found that condos are not an option, as well as growing and multi-generational families. I should be honest that a house owned by one family for more than 50 years has character and also has age. The kitchen is livable today, but you should expect to budget for updates over time, and a home inspection is worth doing before you make an offer.

If you are earlier in the process and want to know what a purchase like this would actually cost you each month, I walk through that in the buying process guide.

If you want this house to be part of your history, book a call and we can look at the numbers together. I am working with first-time buyers on exactly this through the rest of 2026.