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Lawrence Park South
Contains the traditional neighbourhoods of:
Lawrence Park, Lytton Park
The old city neighbourhood of Lytton Park occupies the western end of what is now called Lawrence Park South. Lytton Park is one of those enclaves that make Toronto a city of surprises. It fills a partly hidden valley around Strathallan Boulevard; its lawn bowling and tennis courts provide a neighbourhood focus. The streets near the park are dominated by detached Georgian houses, mostly pre-1930, on generously sized lots with wide-reaching trees that provide a wonderful overhang in summer and a northern wonderland in winter. The eastern end of the district features portions of the old city neighbourhood of Lawrence Park. In 1907, Lawrence Park was subdivided into a high-class suburb, and its street names (Cheltenham, St. Ives, Buckingham) suggest the English character the developers had in mind. Construction proceeded in fits and starts—most of the big old houses went up in the 1920s and ’30s, but the district wasn’t completed until the ’50s. Now it’s in motion again, invaded by a new generation seeking more space than their predecessors. The result is a flurry of impressive change on what once seemed to be sleepy old streets. Part of the area’s appeal is its proximity to posh facilities and schools. The Rosedale Golf Club and the Granite Club are also within reach, and Sherwood Park lies just south of the area.
Nearby Restaurants
Sorn Thai
With little in the way of ambience, it’s obvious diners flock to this neighbourhood staple ... (0.72 km away)
Classico Louie’s Pizzeria
Pizza emerges piping hot and crisp from the ovens. On offer: one of 18 pre-designed ... (0.73 km away)
Blue Zen
Style and elegance pervade the decor and menu of this Japanese fusion restaurant. Creative and ... (0.73 km away)
North 44°
Nearly two decades on, Mark McEwan’s uptown flagship still radiates cool, uncomplicated comfort, a beacon ... (0.73 km away)
Alize
Fresh food is a way of life for this husband-and-wife-owned eatery, located in upscale Midtown. ... (0.76 km away)
Chakra
Johnson Yohannan is a consummate traveller and daring entrepreneur—he was part of the team that ... (0.76 km away)
Acrobat
This part-time banquet hall moonlights as an upscale steak and seafood house. Rich colours and ... (0.76 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Sabon
Good enough for celebrity skin (Julia Roberts and Julianne Moore are regulars at the New ... (0.71 km away)
Puma
The first new Puma concept store to land in Canada, this slick boutique is bringing ... (0.71 km away)
Chocky’s
A visit to Chocky’s is a pre-camp ritual. In anticipation of the weeks away, kids ... (0.72 km away)
Olly Shoes
At Olly, there awaits what seems like acres of booties, slippers, runners and sandals; feet ... (0.72 km away)
Ten Thousand Villages
Whisper it quietly, but globalization can be a force for good. This non-profit operation sells ... (0.73 km away)
Accessorize
Bringing panache to Toronto wardrobes, this popular British chain hawks an embarrassment of accessible accessories. ... (0.73 km away)
Say Tea
Glass jars full of tea line the walls: loose and bagged, black, green and rooibos. ... (0.73 km away)
Commuting
- King and Bay:
- 7.5 km
- 401 and 400:
- 8.8 km
- Gardiner and 427:
- 15.8 km
- Subways:
- Eglinton Station 1.1 km
- Lawrence Station 1.5 km
- Davisville Station 1.9 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
Neighbourhood Data
- Average 2006 sale price:
- $1,100,000
- Property crime:
- Average
- Crime against people:
- Very low
Real estate sales information provided by Ternet and its suppliers, who are not responsible for its accuracy. Crime based on Toronto Police Services 2006 statistical report.
