Your chance to live in the SOUGHT-AFTER NEIGHBOURHOOD OF WEST HILLHURST! UPDATED 2-STOREY WITH BEAUTIFUL PRIVATE BACKYARD! AMAZING OVERSIZED DOUBLE GARAGE! Welcome to 2230 5 Avenue NW, just a 5-minute drive to downtown and walking distance to Kensington, the river, and great schools. This updated inner-city gem is packed with special features, such as a stunning kitchen, hardwood floors, knock-down ceilings, and underground sprinklers. The private front yard offers space to relax on the charming front porch (composite decking added in 2022) and is south facing. Inside, you will find an open concept living room, dining room, and kitchen. The living room and dining area are separated by a cozy 3-SIDED GAS FIREPLACE, which is especially lovely for those chilly nights. The magnificent kitchen showcases lots of counter space (granite), stainless steel appliances including double oven (dishwasher replaced in 2020), built-in wine rack, large island with breakfast bar, and pull-out drawers for pantry space. A half bathroom and beautiful laundry space with built-in shelving complete the main floor. Upstairs features hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms including one with RAISED BACK DECK ACCESS (new rail in 2022) overlooking the picturesque backyard, and a full bathroom with quartz counters, deep bathtub with shower & body jets, and tile floors. The primary bedroom features space for a king bed, a large closet with built-in shelving, black-out blinds, and room for a make-up station or desk. The FULLY DEVELOPED BASEMENT features a large rec room and a large bedroom with ensuite bathroom with shower. The incredible, FULLY FENCED backyard features a large composite deck (new 2021) to enjoy those family suppers outside, a gas BBQ hook-up, privacy from neighbours, and access to the detached double garage. The INCREDIBLE HEATED DOUBLE GARAGE is 25'1" x 21'1" and features vaulted ceilings, drywall and paint, an air filtration system, built-in cabinets and shelving including hanging hooks for storage, new garage door opener in 2022, and access to the back alley. Additional property features: air conditioning new in 2022, children's play structure in backyard, central vacuum, new hot water on demand installed in 2021, shingles replaced 2021, upgraded to Hunter Douglas blinds throughout, siding painted 3 years ago, triple pane windows on the main floor (added by previous owners), and a unique doorbell that rings for the front and back of the house with dozens of ringtones (including festive tunes!). Book your showing today before it's gone!