Welcome to 1288 Old Orchard Ave, a beautifully updated bungalow in Pickering's desirable Bay Ridges community offering over $140,000 in upgrades and exceptional versatility for today's homeowner. The standout feature is the legal basement apartment, complete with a spacious primary bedroom featuring a custom walk in closet, cozy gas fireplace, private 3 piece ensuite, and separate side entrance. Whether you're accommodating extended family, creating a luxurious primary retreat, welcoming guests, or generating rental income, this thoughtfully designed lower level offers flexibility that's rarely found.Upstairs, you'll find a bright and inviting main floor showcasing rich hardwood flooring, smooth ceilings, and pot lights throughout the living and dining rooms. The upgraded kitchen combines style and function with stone countertops and stainless steel appliances, while generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable living for the whole family. The beautifully updated main bathroom features quartz countertops, a double vanity, and a glass walk in shower. The third bedroom offers added versatility with a walkout to the backyard, making it ideal as a home office, guest room, or additional family space.Step outside to your own private backyard retreat featuring a two tier deck, relaxing hot tub with custom privacy walls, and a storage shed, creating the perfect space for entertaining or unwinding after a long day.The fully finished legal basement apartment continues to impress with laminate flooring, pot lights throughout, a spacious living area, an additional full bathroom, large above grade egress windows, and a bar area with a rough in for a future kitchen, providing outstanding potential for independent living or rental income. A newer roof and quality upgrades throughout complete this move in ready home. Combining comfort, style, and incredible long term flexibility, 1288 Old Orchard Ave is a rare opportunity in one of Pickering's most sought after neighbourhoods. (id:60457) Location - Old Orchard Ave & Liverpool Road