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Runnymede - Bloor West Village - High Park North

Average 2008 sale price:

$549,584

Property crime:

very low

Crime against people:

very low

Neighbourhood map:

See map

The official High Park area ends at Bloor for purely municipal reasons, but its topography— knolls and hills and vales—continues into High Park North. Most of the houses were built between the 1880s and 1920s, and though many are quite grand, only a few have been divided into units; other residences were built modestly, or as duplexes, making this yet another (Jane) Jacobian community. The main event is the lively Bloor West Village, one of the few Toronto “villages” to live up to its name.

HOUSING STOCK: Victorians with small lots are common in this neighbourhood. New condos on Gothic Avenue mix it up.

BARGAIN ZONES: Following the curve of Dundas Street West away from the park will keep you in a lower price bracket but, unfortunately, in a higher traffic area with a bit more noise.

THE VERDICT: This neighbourhood is still reasonably priced, with sales in the high $400,000s and low $500,000s fairly common.

NEIGHBOURHOOD HOT SPOTS:
The Coffee Tree Roastery This yummy-smelling 20-year-old independent roastery and café acts as a social centre. 2412 Bloor St. W., 416-767-1077.
Max’s Market A community anchor since it opened 11 years ago, this jam-packed prepared food paradise is where locals find antipasti and quality cheese. 2299 Bloor St. W., 416-766-6362.