The prevailing style in this kid-friendly
‘hood is the ’50s bungalow, sometimes
one-and-a-half storeys, like this house on
Elford Boulevard
Real Estate Guide › West
Islington - City Centre West
- Average 2008 sale price:
- $391,730
- Property crime:
- high
- Crime against people:
- low
- Neighbourhood map:
- See map
All of central Etobicoke south of the Westway and east of Highway 427 is being developed right now, but nowhere more so than here, where townhouses are overtaking industrial lands to the south and mega-homes are emerging near Kipling. Families prefer the ’hood just the way it is (green lawns and reputable schools, such as Bloorlea Middle School, Wedgewood Junior School and Our Lady of Peace Catholic School), but the area’s convenience makes change (and rising prices) inevitable. Shopping is limited to malls, but the historic Village of Islington has cute boutiques.
HOUSING STOCK: The prevailing style is 1950s bungalows and smaller post-war homes.
BARGAIN ZONES: The best deals may be townhouse developments, such as the one on Islington south of Bloor. There are also affordable bungalows, but builders are converting the best of them into new $1-million builds.
THE VERDICT: The region can seem suburban through and through (see the car dealerships on Dundas West), but it’s redeemed by easy access to the Gardiner and public transit.
NEIGHBOURHOOD HOT SPOTS:
Artisano Bakery Café Fresh bread and sandwiches hit the spot. 1020 Islington Ave., 416-207-9940.
Rocco’s Plum Tomato Locals love Rocco’s for its simple and tasty traditional Italian food. 1068 Islington Ave., 416-234-5555.
Nearby Restaurants
Chinese Food Gallery
With two counter-side stools and two tiny tables, most customers pop in at the tiny ... (1.68 km away)
Cho Dang Soon Tofu
This homely, out-of-the-way and ridiculously inexpensive mom-and-pop spot near Islington does traditional Korean with unparalleled ... (1.72 km away)
Anatolia
Though the room looks like an Italian pizza joint, glass nazars, pictures of whirling dervishes, ... (1.75 km away)
Paul and Sandy’s Real Barbecue
The plush-toy pig peeking out at patrons from a ledge is a nice touch. So ... (2.22 km away)
Via Allegro
(2.26 km away)
Nearby Shopping and Services
Medium Rare: Butchery, Charcuterie, Cookery
After half a lifetime of apprenticeships and travel, owner and head butcher Frank Del Gobbo ... (1.06 km away)
10tation Event Catering
Impressing high-profile palates is the name of the game at 10tation, the caterer of choice ... (1.36 km away)
Pasquale Bros. Downtown Ltd.
The name is more a history lesson than a hint to location, since the shop ... (1.78 km away)
Claremichaels Maritime Shoppe
Trinkets and souvenirs from the East Coast have pride of place in this singular emporium, ... (1.94 km away)
Commuting
- Gardiner and 427:
- 2.0 km
- 401 and 400:
- 9.6 km
- King and Bay:
- 13.5 km
- Subways:
- Kipling Station 1.0 km
- Islington Station 2.5 km
- Royal York Station 3.3 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
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