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Bridle Path - Sunnybrook - York Mills
- Average 2008 sale price:
- $1,668,365
- Property crime:
- high
- Crime against people:
- low
- Neighbourhood map:
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There are four different sections to this neighbourhood: Hogg’s Hollow, Lawrence Park, York Mills Road and the Bridle Path. The faux châteaux of the Bridle Path earn their multimillion-dollar price tags thanks to one- to six-acre lot sizes and an easy commute downtown. Houses on this street range from gigantic to massive, and often have backyard tennis courts. Past and present residents of Millionaire’s Row include the famous and infamous—Conrad Black and Prince, for example. In Lawrence Park (on the west side of Bayview), houses are still large, but the lots are smaller than on the east side. Hogg’s Hollow and York Mills are again upscale, but more modest. Parks abound: Glendon Forest, Edwards Gardens and Sunnybrook Park.
HOUSING STOCK: Dwellings tend toward the large and luxurious, but these aren’t McMansions—some majestic abodes date back to the late 19th century. There are a handful of condo-townhomes on York Mills, and a sizable new development of low-rise condo buildings is in the works on Bayview, across from Sunnybrook Hospital.
BARGAIN ZONES: Only in this vaunted neighbourhood would a property that sells for upwards of a million dollars be considered merely entry-level. The best area for finding such a domicile is south of York Mills and west of Bayview.
THE VERDICT: With upscale amenities—Bayview Country Club Golf Course and St. Andrew’s College, one of Toronto’s best private schools—an easy commute downtown, quiet tree-lined streets and large parks, the area has a lot to offer those who can afford the buy-in. On the minus side, after years of rising prices during the real estate boom, the value of many luxury houses in the area took a nose-dive this year when the market slowed down.
NEIGHBOURHOOD HOT SPOTS:
Coppi At this slightly pretentious ristorante, locals relax over astutely prepared Italian fare, such as homemade fettuccine in rabbit ragoût. The rich zabaglione could be the best in the city. 3363 Yonge St., 416-484-4464.
The Miller Tavern With its humongous patio and country-club feel, this upscale gastro-pub is popular with the Hogg’s Hollow crowd (think polo shirts and Topsiders). For those who like to slurp their seafood, the fresh oyster bar downstairs is a must. 3885 Yonge St., 416-322-5544.
York Mills Shopping Centre This upscale mall truly is a foodie’s delight, with Swiss-Master Chocolatier (416-444-8802), a truffle shop; Chapman’s Essential Foods (416-444-4477), an epicurean deli; and Nortown Foods (416-447-0310), a gourmet butcher. 2540 Bayview Ave.
Nearby Restaurants
The Monkey Bar & Grill
Clean lines, butternut yellow walls and warm honeyed woods give this intimate bistro a cozy, ... (1.25 km away)
Bread Bar
The skinny, disjointed space is not as lovely or lively as Amaya on Bayview (under ... (1.25 km away)
Coppi
Beneath the needless pretensions—valet parking, serving carts, and a solitary floor captain whose keenness to ... (1.25 km away)
The Abbot Pub & Fare
Regulars nestle into the charming, cozy decor of mostly wood and comfy banquettes and unwind ... (1.25 km away)
Sequel
Despite high turnover in the kitchen, this cozy Lawrence Park favourite continues to offer well-made ... (1.25 km away)
Trio
This Italian restaurant offers chic decor and a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere. Bring the family in ... (1.26 km away)
Ristorante 101
Wood, glass and mirrors line the walls and tables of this tastefully designed restaurant, which ... (1.26 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Granite Club
Arguably Toronto’s most luxurious club. In addition to the elegant decor and swanky facilities, there ... (0.61 km away)
Zodiac Swim and Specialty Camp
Door-to-door bus transportation ($10 per day) for families in Zodiac’s appointed zone, as well as ... (0.63 km away)
Crestwood Valley Day Camp
Nestled on the bucolic grounds of Crestwood School (in the wooded valley behind Glendon College), ... (0.77 km away)
Pigeus European Bakery
A poppy seed roll nonpareil can be found alongside several other delectable treats; it’s moist, ... (1.00 km away)
Swiss Master Chocolatier
As you’d expect from the Swiss, the quality at this 24-year-old outfit is extremely high, ... (1.19 km away)
Melmira Bra and Swimsuits
The annual swimsuit purchase is one of the most traumatic experiences for women, but this ... (1.25 km away)
Cozy Nails
Even downtown divas have been known to make the trek north of Lawrence to this ... (1.25 km away)
Commuting
- King and Bay:
- 9.4 km
- 401 and 400:
- 10.6 km
- Gardiner and 427:
- 18.5 km
- Subways:
- Lawrence Station 1.3 km
- York Mills Station 1.9 km
- Eglinton Station 2.9 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.

















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