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Detached

187 Ellis Avenue

High Park-Swansea · Toronto, M6S 2X4

$4,490,000

Beds
4+1
Baths
4
Size
2,500-3,000 ft²
Type
Detached
Listed
45 days
MLS®
W13775034

About this home

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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Property details

MLS® number
W13775034
Property type
Detached
Style
2-Storey
Bedrooms
4+1
Bathrooms
4
Kitchens
1
Interior size
2,500-3,000 ft²
Approximate age
100+ years
Lot
70 × 512.5 ft
Basement
Partially Finished, Separate Entrance
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Parking
4 total, garage: attached
Fireplace
Natural Gas, Other
Exterior
Stone, Brick
Property taxes
$17,812 (2025)
Possession
60-89 days
Cross street
Ellis Avenue & Queensway
Community
High Park-Swansea
City
Toronto

Rooms

  • Living Room

    21' 6" × 13'

    Main

    Fireplace, Large Window, Stained Glass

  • Dining Room

    14' 8" × 11' 6"

    Main

    Crown Moulding, Large Window, Wall Sconce Lighting

  • Kitchen

    10' 6" × 9'

    Main

    Combined w/Br, Double Sink, B/I Oven

  • Breakfast

    10' 6" × 8'

    Main

    Combined w/Kitchen, Large Window, Walk-Out

  • Family Room

    24' × 10' 6"

    Main

    Fireplace, Bay Window

  • Bedroom 4

    13' × 10' 9"

    Main

    Large Window, Closet

  • Bedroom

    13' 10" × 13' 7"

    Second

    3 Pc Ensuite, Balcony, Large Window

  • Bedroom 2

    16' × 10'

    Second

    Large Window, Closet

  • Bedroom 3

    13' 8" × 9' 8"

    Second

    Large Window, Closet

Room measurements are provided by the listing brokerage, converted from metres. They are deemed reliable but not guaranteed; verify before relying on them.

Location

High Park-Swansea · Toronto, near Ellis Avenue & Queensway

187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto

Approximate location, placed by postal code. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors, tiles by OpenFreeMap.

Mortgage estimate

$19,881per month

$898,000 down · 4.5% · 25 years

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