Houses in this almost exclusively brick
neighbourhood get smaller and more
affordable closer to Dundas Street West
Real Estate Guide › West
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.
Nearby Restaurants
Caldense Bakery and Café
This bright neighbourhood café, with its deep blue and yellow walls, is known for its ... (0.52 km away)
Reba’s Café
This tiny, charming café serves up a selection of bistro-style sandwiches as well as its ... (0.59 km away)
Commuting
- 401 and 400:
- 6.6 km
- Gardiner and 427:
- 7.4 km
- King and Bay:
- 8.5 km
- Subways:
- Runnymede Station 1.4 km
- Jane Station 1.4 km
- Old Mill Station 1.6 km
Commuting and subway distances measured from neighbourhood centre.
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