Situated in Northern Toronto, just southeast of Yonge & Lawrence, Lawrence Park is a tranquil family-oriented neighbourhood. Among the city’s most sought-after enclaves, Lawrence Park is cut by a meandering creek, steps from Sunnybrook Park, close to top schools, and known for lush topography and gentle hills. Most real estate in Lawrence Park includes detached homes built between 1910-1940 in various styles, featuring large lots. Housing stock in the neighbourhood tends to blend the old and new, keeping with tradition while adopting modern real estate trends.

West of Lawrence Park is Lytton Park. A quiet neighbourhood perfect for families with kids, Lytton Park is also bordered by bustling Yonge Street, creating a best-of-both-worlds environment. As one of Toronto’s most exclusive neighbourhoods, Lytton Park is favoured for its serene charm, top schools, and quick access to major roadways. Insulated from the surrounding hustle and bustle, Lytton Park has lush landscapes, several parks, and recreation centres catering to a quiet, active lifestyle. For retail therapy, satisfying your inner foodie, or a night out, residents are walking distance to the businesses along Yonge Street, Avenue Road, and Eglinton Avenue. Real estate in Lytton Park includes detached homes, with some on prime ravine lots, as well as some duplexes, semi-detached properties, and townhomes.

Bordered by the Don River and the expansive greenspaces that flank it, Rosedale is one of Toronto’s most fashionable addresses. The beautiful topography makes it feel like you’re hours away from the city centre, when Rosedale is just 10 minutes from downtown. Yonge Street and Summerhill Avenue serve as the retail and entertainment hubs, and are walking distance from most homes. Abundant with parklands, conservation lands, waterways, forests, and trails, Rosedale is a favourite for families who love the outdoors and active living. Real estate in Rosedale comprises century homes and heritage properties in various architectural styles. There are also a handful of condo and apartment buildings available, providing entry-level options into the prestigious neighbourhood.

Immediately north of Rosedale is Moore Park, an affluent enclave almost entirely surrounded by natural borders: Mud Creek and the Beltline Trail, Mount Pleasant Cemetery grounds, David A. Balfour Park and Yellow Creek, and Carstowe Road Lands. The popular Yonge & St. Clair area serves as the retail centre for residents, as it’s home to upscale stores, gourmet restaurants, and elevated services. Most of the detached homes in Moore Park were built between 1910-1930, with large yards and some backing on to the ravine. There are a number of custom homes, as well as townhomes, some duplexes and multiplexes.

To the west of Moore Park and Rosedale is the sought-after Summerhill community. This neighbourhood is centred around Yonge Street, but is bordered by David A. Balfour Park and Yellow Creek, as well as Ramsden Park. There are also a number of smaller parks throughout the neighbourhood. While residents can easily access the trendy shops and restaurants along Yonge Street and quickly reach the downtown, entertainment, and financial districts, they’re also afforded a tranquil space abundant with nature. The earliest collection of Summerhill real estate includes detached and semi-detached homes built between 1880-1915. Contemporary townhomes are available as well as a number of boutique condo buildings.

Directly north of the University of Toronto, The Annex is mostly home to university staff, as well as some of the city’s artists, young professionals, and students. A vibrant and eclectic neighbourhood, The Annex is filled with popular bars, restaurants, and lounges, as well as countless independent shops from consignment and vintage stores to bookstores and cafes along Bloor Street West. Many of Toronto’s iconic landmarks are in The Annex, including Lee’s Palace for live music, the Hot Docs theatre, and the Royal Ontario Museum. Residents can easily walk to surrounding popular neighbourhoods including Kensington Market and Little Italy. Real estate in The Annex is known for its architectural diversity. Most homes in the neighbourhood were built between 1880-1910, with a second construction wave from 1910-1930.

Named after the park that’s situated in the neighbourhood’s centre, Trinity Bellwoods is a trendy, energetic neighbourhood in Toronto’s west end. Bordered by Queen Street West and College Street, with Dundas Street West cutting through the middle, this area is filled with lively energy and things to do. There are countless restaurants, cafes, bars, boutiques, shops, markets, and more, as well as several events held throughout the year catering to the local residents. Homes in Trinity Bellwoods were generally built between 1880-1905, in typical Victorian architecture characteristic of central Toronto. Homes are generally average-sized, with many of the larger ones abutting the park. There are also a number of converted loft buildings in the area.

Just east of the Don Valley Parkway along Lakeshore Boulevard East is the ever-popular Leslieville neighbourhood. A favourite among young couples and new families, this community is a haven for urbanites who want a little more calm than downtown can afford, but still want to enjoy all the benefits of living in the city. Walking distance to The Beaches, Harbourfront, the Distillery District, and the Don River, Leslieville is ideally situated next to some of Toronto’s most exciting neighbourhoods and popular amenities. Though it’s so close to such lively areas, Leslieville is surprisingly serene. Leslieville real estate comprises detached, semi-detached, and townhome properties, with some built in the 1800s, and others in the early 1900s. Leslieville is also where you’ll find incredibly cozy bungalows.

The heart of the city, Downtown Toronto is a bustling urban centre that attracts financiers, young professionals, students, and those who enjoy a fast-paced lifestyle. Downtown is close to every imaginable amenity and some of the city’s most popular attractions, including the CN Tower, St. Lawrence Market, Kensington Market, the Art Gallery of Ontario, Eaton’s Centre, Nathan Phillips Square, and Dundas Square. Several free events, festivals, and concerts are held in these squares, as well as throughout the downtown.

Toronto Caribbean Festival, Canadian Music Week, The CNE, Taste of The Danforth, and TIFF all take place downtown. It’s also home to some of the most exciting enclaves in the city, like the Entertainment District, Fashion District, Distillery District, Harbourfront, and more. Although this is an energetic area of the city, there are still quiet residential pockets throughout. Downtown Toronto is home to some of the city’s most impressive condos, with a wide variety of options from ultra-contemporary high-rise buildings to modern boutique builds, and unique loft spaces.

Just north of Downtown, stretching from Bloor Street to Lawrence Avenue, Midtown Toronto is home to diverse neighbourhood pockets, and boasts a refined atmosphere. Its two most iconic neighbourhoods are Yonge & Eglinton—nicknamed “Young & Eligible”—and Yorkville. Midtown has long been a haven for the city’s young professionals because of the elevated dining and retail scenes, nightlife, employment opportunities, and excellent real estate options. Midtown is also home to many of the city’s affluent residents, who flock to areas like Yorkville, Rosedale, Moore Park, Forest Hill, and Lytton Park. Like Downtown, Midtown Toronto is where many of the city’s top condo options are found.

In Toronto’s west end situated between The Junction Triangle, Bickford Park, Roncesvalles, and Little Portugal is Dufferin Grove. It’s home to several greenspaces including Dufferin Grove Park, with its main retail hub along Bloor Street at its northern border. Popular with families, it’s home to great schools as well as homes of a larger-than-average size compared to neighbouring communities. Real estate in Dufferin Grove mainly consists of detached and semi-detached Victorian, Edwardian, and English Cottage style homes.

Situated in North York, Hoggs Hollow is a serene neighbourhood abutting the Rosedale Golf Club and home to several greenspaces including Jolly Miller Park and York Mills Valley Park. The scenic nature of the area is enhanced by a meandering creek running through the neighbourhood. It’s also steps from the Don Valley Golf Course.

Yonge Street is the neighbourhood’s western border, and serves as the retail centre for the community. As one of Toronto’s most affluent neighbourhoods, the homes in Hoggs Hollow are impressive. Set among a lush landscape, the real estate here offers a variety of options from English Cottage, Tudor, Colonial, Georgian and Modernist builds. There are also a handful of luxury townhouses and apartments.