• At least 2 (preferably 3) bedrooms, with reasonably sized closets
• At least 1 1/2 (preferably 2) bathrooms (ensuite would be nice)
• Spacious eat-in kitchen (table, nook, or counter/island) with a dishwasher and double sink (a pantry area would be nice too)
• Separate dining area with room for a china cabinet
• Spacious laundry area with shelving (separate washbasin would be nice)
• Linen closet
• Full-height basement, preferably finished
• Fruit cellar or cold room
• Storage space
• Space for a piano
• Workshop area or space to do messy projects
• Space for overnight guests
• Central air (or potential to add)
• Some renovations/redecorating to be done OK, but NOT a fixer-upper
• Off-street parking (preferably garage)
• Space for a garden
• Fenced back yard
• Safe and solid (structurally sound, updated electrical and plumbing, no mold or asbestos or pests)
• Quiet, safe, stable neighbourhood
• Walking distance to amenities
• Purchase price less than $100,000

Dream house features:

• Brick (or partial brick) exterior
• Covered front porch
• Character details - coved ceilings, crown moldings, hardwood floors, bay windows, built-ins, clawfoot tub, stained/leaded glass, carved wood, dormer windows
• Fireplace
• Detached garage with a self-contained, rentable suite above
• Situated on a tree-lined street