The Neighbourhood

Just minutes from downtown Toronto in South Riverdale, Leslieville is one of Toronto’s oldest neighbourhoods. Older, cozy homes, modern condominium developments and eclectic shopping areas make Leslieville one of the most sought-after Toronto neighbourhoods.  The Beaches and Lake Ontario, Toronto’s film community, shopping and restaurants are all within walking distance. 

At the corner of Woodbine and Queen, the former Greenwood Racetrack has been redeveloped into a new community with detached and semi-detached homes, playing fields, childrens’ play area and a small nature preserve.

Where is Leslieville?

Leslieville is bordered by Carlaw Ave. on the west and Coxwell Ave. on the east. The northern border is Gerrard Street., home to one of the city’s most interesting, multi-cultural shopping and dining areas and its southern border is Queen Street East, another eclectic shopping and dining destination for Toronto residents and tourists alike.

Accessibility

Considering its close proximity to downtown Toronto the Leslieville neighbourhood, with its sense of community and tree-lined streets is surprisingly peaceful.  This neighbourhood is very accessible via public transit or car.  Just minutes from the Don Valley Parkway, Lakeshore Ave., the Gardiner Expressway and any one of five TTC subway stations, the neighbourhood is also well served by streetcar routes.

What’s There?

Great for first-time homebuyers and young families the neighbourhood is served by public and Catholic elementary schools, 2 high schools including Riverdale Collegiate and 2 public libraries.  Leslieville residents can take public transit to the University of Toronto, Ryerson University, York University’s Glendon Campus and George Brown College. 

Plenty of recreation options are within walking distance for most Leslieville residents.  Walk the boardwalk in the Beaches, catch a movie at one of three local theatres or head east to Kew Gardens to enjoy sports fields, tennis courts, and wading pools for the kids, baseball diamonds and an historic bandstand.  In summer months cool off in the area’s 2 indoor and 2 outdoor public pools including the Olympic-sized pool at Woodbine Ave.  Ashbridges Bay Park is home to several sailing clubs and is a popular windsurfing spot.   In the winter there are 2 ice arenas, cross-country skiing along the beach and much more.

I live and work in the Leslieville area, and know this residential neighbourhood well. If you are interested in finding out more about this or any other area of Downtown Toronto please contact me.