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The Beach
On most weekends, if you want to fit in with the crowds on Queen Street in the Beach, it would be a good idea to find a stroller to push, or at least a large dog to walk—preferably nothing smaller than a golden Lab. The sidewalks are so jammed at times with babies and canines that it can be nearly impossible to navigate from store to store, but this is all part of the charm of one of Toronto’s most beautiful, tight-knit communities. From the International Jazz Festival to the Easter Parade to the well-maintained housing stock, Beach dwellers have a lot they can take pride in. And take pride they do. Many of the small cottages south of Queen feature elaborate floral displays throughout the summer (a treat to anyone walking the three kilometres of boardwalk), but the most spectacular homes are to be found lining Glen Manor Drive, the Beach’s most exclusive address. Moving into the area doesn’t come cheap. Smaller semis not too far from the action on Queen start in the high $400,000s and prices rise quickly from there, going into the $1 million-plus range for the new McMansions on the grounds of the old Greenwood racetrack, and even more for monster homes on Glen Manor Drive.
Nearby Restaurants
Aki Da
Locals and destination foodies alike flock to this traditional-yet-hip sushi house where the fish arrives ... (0.01 km away)
Alex’s Felafel & Shwarma
As a third-generation foodie, owner Alex Eskandar has cooking in his blood. From this family-run ... (0.03 km away)
Beachside Grill
With a reputation for home cooking, this unpretentious family-style diner is jammed on weekends with ... (0.06 km away)
Lion on the Beach
Sandwiched between two patios, this spacious pub with a Tudor-style interior offers a brass bar ... (0.17 km away)
Michelle’s Beach House
This breezy cousin to the Yorkville brasserie features a beachy blond wood dining room and ... (0.19 km away)
Urban Thai Bistro
Pocket-sized, with small tables and windows that open to the street, the place seems more ... (0.20 km away)
Sauvignon
Soft light illuminates a stunning marble-topped bar that runs half the length of this narrow ... (0.21 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Binz
“Everything in its place” would be an appropriate slogan for this Beach-area shop. Specializing in ... (0.08 km away)
Babes in the Beach
Babes in the Beach This 18-year-old shop is as laid-back as its neighbourhood. Featuring a ... (0.21 km away)
Meat on the Beach
Talk about sensory overload: Ernesto Monte’s creations include bacon-wrapped prime rib in the butchery, cabernet ... (0.22 km away)
Sticks & Stones Antiques
This is one of the city’s key destinations for vintage clothing, jewellery, antique accessories (for ... (0.22 km away)
Kaffeehaus Konditor
European émigrés flock to Konditor, and no wonder: it feels just like an authentic Austrian ... (0.24 km away)
Zane Påtisserie & Boulangerie
Sleek—all glass, steel and tiles—the tiny bakery is only out-shone by the super-elegant mousse cakes ... (0.26 km away)
Downward Dog Yoga Centre
Dedicated entirely to an adaptation of ashtanga yoga, DD offers a host of classes. The ... (0.29 km away)
Commuting
- King and Bay:
- 6.5 km
- 401 and 400:
- 18 km
- Gardiner and 427:
- 20.6 km
- Subways:
- Woodbine Station 2.0 km
- Main Street Station 2.1 km
- Coxwell Station 2.2 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
Neighbourhood Data
- Average 2006 sale price:
- $615,200
- Property crime:
- Very high
- Crime against people:
- Very high
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.
