Home to highly-coveted neighbourhoods such as Roncesvalles, High Park, Little Italy, and King West, West Toronto boasts some of the most desirable real estate in the city.
While these areas are well-deserving of their elevated profiles, West Toronto is also home to a variety of charming and vibrant communities that remain relatively undiscovered among home buyers.
As a proudly-local west end real estate team, we’ve spent almost four decades helping buyers settle in the best neighbourhood for them. As a result, we’ve built up an unparalleled knowledge base of West Toronto’s diverse communities, from the most sought-after enclaves to best-kept secrets.
Here is a brief selection of under-recognized neighbourhoods in West Toronto that feature stunning homes, excellent amenities, and incredible livability.
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Wallace-Emerson
Located just south and east of The Junction, Wallace-Emerson is a rapidly-transforming neighbourhood with a unique balance of old and new. With a variety of independent businesses, boutiques, restaurants, and cafes arriving in recent years, the neighbourhood’s long-time residents are enjoying its revitalized spirit and energy.
A transitional area, real estate in Wallace-Emerson is reflective of Toronto’s growth as a city. Along the neighbourhood’s tree-lined side streets a blend of Victorian and Edwardian-era homes create an enchanting ambience. In the neighbourhood’s bustling commercial areas, modernized housing options including purpose-built rental apartments and condo developments cater to young buyers and area newcomers.
Wallace-Emerson is also slated for immense growth over the next decade, introducing new amenities and housing options to the area. Most notably, an ultra-modern, 634-unit residential development has been proposed at the corner of Bloor Street West and Lansdowne Avenue. If approved, this project would also host the proposed Bloor-Lansdowne GO Station offering residents of Wallace-Emerson unparalleled access to the city and surrounding suburbs.
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Bloorcourt Village
Extending from Dufferin Street to Christie Pits Park, Bloorcourt Village is a blooming, community-oriented neighbourhood with a diverse range of residents. While currently an up-and-coming area, Bloorcourt Village is trending to become a highly sought-after neighbourhood in the coming decade.
Along Bloor Street West, a blend of restaurants, cafes, theatres, and live entertainment venues create an eclectic, bohemian-influenced atmosphere. As Bloorcourt Village fosters a strong arts community, these cultural amenities help to reinforce the neighbourhood’s creative backbone.
Similar to other gentrifying neighbourhoods in West Toronto, housing in Bloorcourt Village caters to a wide range of demographics. In addition to first-time buyers, Bloorcourt Village has also become a rising destination for investors, as the neighbourhood’s rental market proves reliable and gainful.
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Harbord Village
Tucked between two of Toronto’s most celebrated neighbourhoods, The Annex and Kensington Market, Harbord Village is a quaint enclave overflowing with historic charm.
Community-minded, Harbord Village is home to a mix of students, mature academics, young professionals, and middle-class families. The neighbourhood is also celebrated for its multicultural diversity, with a wide variety of languages spoken among residents.
Harbord Village is home to an abundance of gorgeous, well-preserved Victorian homes. There are many traditional Bay-and-gable style homes in the neighbourhood as well. While there are some contemporary custom-built properties, local initiatives have helped preserve the neighbourhood’s historic housing profile.
Although Harbord Village is primarily residential, the area also boasts a healthy selection of local businesses. Through the centre of the neighbourhood, Harbord Street offers a diverse array of shops, restaurants, and amenities. Neighbourhood institutions, such as Harbord Bakery simultaneously serve excellent food and nurture community spirit.
In West Toronto, working with an experienced real estate agent is an essential measure in optimizing your home purchase. Our local knowledge can be invaluable in determining the best neighbourhood for you. Send us an email, or call 416-441-2888.
