872 Lovett Street
East L, London East, N5Z 1N5
$424,900
- 3 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 1 parking
- 700-1100 sq ft
Listed 105 days ago · MLS® X13530818
About this home
Welcome to 872 Lovett Street in London, Ontario, a charming, nearly century-old bungalow situated on a quiet corner in a family-friendly pocket, close to parks, schools, shopping, transit, and easy access to the 401. Built in 1926, this thoughtfully cared-for home blends cozy curb appeal with smart, modern updates, making it ideal for young couples seeking their first home or investors looking for a turn-key addition to their portfolio. With 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this property offers both space and functionality for today's buyers. Inside, you will find a bright and welcoming living room alongside three comfortable bedrooms, all recently refreshed for a timeless and modern feel. The heart of the home, the kitchen, and the full bathroom were completely updated in 2022 with new countertops, sink, flooring, and fixtures, creating a space designed for both style and practicality. That same year, the basement was renovated and includes a versatile den space, making the lower level perfect for cozy gatherings, a home office, or a guest space, featuring its own separate entrance. In 2023, further essential upgrades were completed, including a brand-new 200-amp electrical panel, new appliances, backyard fence replacement, and the installation of a damp-proof membrane to ensure long-term comfort and peace of mind. 872 Lovett Street seamlessly combines classic charm with modern efficiency, all within a peaceful and well-connected London location. Whether you are launching into homeownership or expanding your rental portfolio, this property offers dependable comfort, strong investment potential, and the perfect balance of character and convenience.
Details
- Type
- Detached
- Style
- Bungalow
- Size
- 700-1100 sq ft
- Lot
- 29.5 × 80 ft
- Basement
- Finished, Full
- Garage
- None
- Kitchens
- 2
- Property tax
- $1,961 (2025)
- Neighbourhood
- East L
- Municipality
- London East
- Price per sq ft
- $472 (44% above detached houses in East L, $328)
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3 above ground
- Bathrooms
- 1 × 4-piece (main), 1 × 3-piece (basement)
- Kitchens
- 2 (1 below ground)
- Rooms
- 8 above ground + 5 below
- Family room or den
- Yes
- Fireplace
- No
- Features
- Guest Accommodations, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Storage
Heating, cooling and services
- Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Water and sewer
- Sewer
Building and exterior
- Style
- Bungalow
- Exterior
- Brick, Wood
- Roof
- Shingles
- Foundation
- Concrete Block
- Faces
- North
Parking
- Total parking
- 1
- Driveway and parking
- Private
Lot
- Size
- 29.5 × 80 ft
More
- Possession
- FLEXIBLE
- Cross street
- Rectory Street and Lovett Street
History of this address
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Location
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The neighbourhood
Getting around Somewhat walkable
No subway, LRT or GO station within a short trip.
Within a 10-minute walk: no grocery stores, 10 cafés and restaurants, 4 parks, 1 pharmacy. Nearest park: CNRA Park (200 m).
Schools nearby
Elementary
- Trafalgar Public School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 52%, math 9%10 min walk - Aberdeen Public School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 65%, math 33%15 min walk - Ealing Public School
EQAO: Gr 3 reading 72%, math 61%1.5 km - Princess Elizabeth Public School
EQAO: Gr 6 reading 88%, math 53%1.8 km
Secondary
- Lester B. Pearson School for the Arts10 min walk
- B. Davison Secondary School11 min walk
- St. Mary's Catholic School Catholic15 min walk
EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.
Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.
Who lives here postal area N5Z
- Owners / renters
- 62% / 38%
- Median household income
- $64,500
- Average age
- 41
- Children under 15
- 16%
- Homes
- 50% detached, 8% high-rise
- Commute by transit
- 6%
- Population
- 24,067
Languages spoken most at home besides English: Spanish 1.7%, Arabic 1.5%, Portuguese 1.1%, Polish 1%.
Safety
Crime Severity Index for London police: 73 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).
Police-reported figures for the whole police service area, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.
Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada.
Living here
Commute
To downtown London: 2 km. Transit times · Driving times
Noise Nothing major nearby
No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.
Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.
Internet High-speed
50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).
From the federal broadband map. Check exact speeds and providers for the address.
Roads, rail, airports and planned stations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Internet: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, National Broadband Data.
Listed by CENTURY 21 FIRST CANADIAN CORP.
Listing information provided by PropTx Innovations Inc. and TRREB; deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by PropTx.
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