187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto, ON

$4,988,000
MLS#:W13233364
5 beds
4 baths
2500-3000 sqft
4.0 parking
Residential Freehold
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Property Highlights

Welcome to this remarkable 2-Storey detached located in the coveted neighborhood of High Park-Swansea. Expertly crafted featuring premium stone and brick construction, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity offered at $4,988,000 to acquire a beautiful home in a highly sought-after setting. Designed for both comfortable daily living and elegant entertaining, the layout maximizes natural light, functional flow, and lifestyle utility.

  • 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms
  • Generous living space spanning 2500-3000 sqft on a premium 70 x 512.5 ft lot
  • Features a partially finished, separate entrance basement, adding superb versatility for recreation, a home gym, or extra storage
  • 4.0 total parking spaces available with a convenient attached configuration
  • Notable attributes: None
  • equipped with central air central cooling and highly efficient forced air heating via gas

Description

A spectacular and seldom-offered ravine property, 187 Ellis Avenue presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Toronto's most coveted and private parcels of land. Located on the shores of Grenadier Pond with sweeping views of High Park's ancient canopy, this extraordinary property offers the rare sensation of a wooded countryside retreat - mere minutes from the very heart of the city.The exceptional lot spans 70 feet in width and an impressive 512.5 feet in depth, encompassing 0.82 acres of lush ravine land. Whether envisioned as the site of a masterfully designed bespoke residence or a lovingly restored character home, the potential here is unparalleled.The existing home unfolds across three levels totalling 4,215 square feet, offering four generously proportioned bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. A two-car garage with attached workshop adds exceptional utility, complemented by two additional driveway spaces. The ravine setting ensures a degree of seclusion rarely achieved on a Toronto residential lot, with mature trees providing a natural privacy screen.Situated in the prestigious Swansea neighbourhood, this address places residents within walking distance of the Bloor West Village's celebrated shops and restaurants and top-rated schools including Swansea PS and Humberside Collegiate. Convenient access to the Gardiner and Bloor subway line ensures effortless connectivity to downtown, the airport and beyond. Renovate to your exacting standards or build the residence you have always envisioned. Properties of this magnitude, in this location, simply do not come to market. 187 Ellis Avenue is not merely a listing - it is a legacy.

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Key Features

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4
Kitchens
1
Living Area
2500-3000 sqft
Property Type
Residential Freehold

Additional Details

StatusActive
Listed Date6/3/2026
Transaction TypeFor Sale

Property Details

Property Sub-TypeDetached
Architectural Style2-Storey
ConstructionStone, Brick
BasementPartially Finished, Separate Entrance
Lot Size70 × 512.5 Feet
CountyToronto
Annual Tax$17,812
Legal DescriptionPCL 38-2 SEC M85; PT LT 38 CON 1 FTB TWP OF YORK; PT LT GEMMELL PL M85 TORONTO TAKING THE DIVISION LINE BTN LOTS 38 AND 39 AS A GOVERNING LINE AT A COURSE OF N 16 DEGREES W; THEN COMM AT A POINT IN THE ELY LIMIT OF ELLIS AV DISTANT 1151 FT 8 INCHES SLY FROM THE STONE MONUMENT SHOWN ON PL M331 FILED IN THE SAID OFFICE, MARKING THE JUNCTION OF ELLIS AV AND COLLEGE ST EXT;...TO THE FT OF THE BANK ON THE WLY MARGIN OF THE GRENADIER POND; THENCE SLY ALONG THE FT OF THE SAID BANK, 70 FT TO A POINT;...

Parking & Garage

Parking Spaces4.0
Garage Spaces2
Garage TypeAttached

Heating & Cooling

Heat SourceGas
Heat TypeForced Air
CoolingCentral Air

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187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto, ON
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Pricing & Value Insights

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$1.2M - $1.4M

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Interest Rate5.25%
Down Payment$997,600 (20.0%)
* Minimum Canadian down payment required for this price is $997,600.
Amortization Period25 Years
Estimated Monthly Payment$23,780Based on a loan of $3,990,400 over 25 years.
Purchase Price$4,988,000
Loan Amount$3,990,400
Provincial Land Transfer Tax:$111,175
Toronto Municipal Land Transfer Tax:$111,175
Total Estimated Closing Taxes:$222,350

About Purchasing a Home in Toronto, ON

For a property listed at $4,988,000 in Toronto, the legal minimum down payment is $997,600 under current Canadian banking regulations. This calculation applies a 5% requirement on the first $500,000, 10% on the next $499,999, and a flat 20% on any amount exceeding $1,000,000.

Additionally, buyers in Ontario must budget for the Provincial Land Transfer Tax, which is estimated at $111,175 for this transaction. Since the property is located in Toronto, a municipal land transfer tax of $111,175 also applies, bringing the total estimated land transfer taxes to $222,350.

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City & Neighborhood Guide

Comprehensive city-wide demographics, local real estate stats, and school rankings for Toronto.

Verified Local Data
City Population2,794,356
City Median Age39.2 Yrs
City Ownership48% Owners
Avg Area List Price$1,168,242

People & Families

Age Distribution

Household Composition

One-person households
32%
Families with children
36%
Couples without children
24%
Other households
8%

Top Ethnic Origins

Chinese11%
English9%
Canadian8%
East Indian8%

Local Schools Guide

Elementary Schools

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8.7
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Secondary Schools

North Toronto
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Northern
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8.2
Marshall McLuhan
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Leaside
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Structural Home Types

Tenure (Ownership vs Rental)

Owner-Occupied48%
Rented52%

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