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High Park - Swansea
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High Park, Swansea
In a few neighbourhoods, a single major civic asset overshadows all others, and adds incalculable value to houses and apartments for at least half a dozen blocks in every direction. The bonus here is, of course, the city’s largest cultivated and organized public green space, High Park, which covers nearly 400 acres and boasts every possible asset, from a historic museum to a fish pond called Grenadier. The magnificent view of the lake from the northern end of the property inspired John Howard, an English-born architect, painter and city surveyor, to call his vast estate High Park. He became the greatest single benefactor in Toronto history when he gave the city both his park and his home, Colborne Lodge, in 1873. Today, the streets focused around High Park display some excellent old housing stock, much of it dating back to the period when Howard’s gift inspired developers to build residential roads near the parkland. Many houses have been enhanced in recent years by large investments in renovation.
Nearby Restaurants
Bloom
White-brick minimalism brings high-fashion hipness to Bloor West Village. The menu proposes fingerling crab cakes ... (1.06 km away)
Yellow Griffin Pub
No ordinary burger joint, this lively British-style pub features a selection of over 35 burgers. ... (1.08 km away)
Yama Sushi
Tucked between trendy shops in the west village, this tiny, quaint Japanese restaurant offers everything ... (1.11 km away)
Amber European
The cozy dining room, decorated in golden yellows and chocolate browns, continues to welcome neighbourhood ... (1.11 km away)
Yumi Sushi
With its cool, lime green walls, this quaint and relaxing sushi spot offers an extensive ... (1.12 km away)
Grange Restaurant & Wine Bar
Formerly called Toro, this intimate dining room recently reopened under new management. Though it shows ... (1.16 km away)
Mackenzie’s Bar & Grill
Always hopping with regulars, this laid-back neighbourhood pub serves up a hearty and varied selection ... (1.35 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Cheese Boutique
No one ages cheese better than the Pristine family, which is why so many of ... (0.44 km away)
Hypnosis for Childbirth
Certified hypnotherapist and registered midwife Shawn Gallagher believes mental gymnastics are the key to getting ... (0.87 km away)
Interiors Only
Nestled in the heart of Bloor West village, Interiors Only carries wool carpets, hardwood flooring, ... (1.04 km away)
Cut-Rate Clothing
Casual cotton sportswear for women is the focus here, whether it’s shorts, pants, skirts or ... (1.05 km away)
Bloor Meat Market
The warm, weathered shop exudes an authentic feeling of neighbourhood. An abundant selection of carefully ... (1.05 km away)
Max’s Market
This sprawling, packed-to-the-rafters shop will impress even the most seasoned shopper. The left side is ... (1.05 km away)
Breathe Yoga Studio
The only place to savasana in Bloor West Village, this compact one-room studio can get ... (1.05 km away)
Commuting
- Gardiner and 427:
- 6.7 km
- King and Bay:
- 7.6 km
- 401 and 400:
- 9.0 km
- Subways:
- Runnymede Station 1.1 km
- Jane Station 1.2 km
- High Park Station 1.6 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
Neighbourhood Data
- Average 2006 sale price:
- $540,500
- Property crime:
- Average
- Crime against people:
- Average
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.
