Cabbagetown, was once a working-class enclave, a harbor for people so poor they were said to grow cabbage on their front lawns, thus its nickname., Cabbagetown. Now a gracious neighbourhood full of renovated Victorian homes and beautiful parks, Cabbagetown is more than a neighbourhood, it’s a community, and its inhabitants wouldn’t have it any other way. Some of the city’s lushes parks are found here including turn-of-the-century Riverdale Farm (original Toronto Zoo site) and Allan Gardens, with its famed floral collection in a beautiful Victorian-style greenhouse.
In the shopping district on Parliament street, there are many one-of-a-kind shops and a large array of restaurants of all kinds.
Easily accessible via public transit are the Sherbourne bus and the Parliament streetcar connects passengers to stations on the Bloor-Danforth subway line. On the Yonge-University-Spadina line, there is the Wellesley bus and also the Carlton streetcar
The Don Valley Parkway is approximately five minutes away, and Toronto's downtown business, entertainment and Fashion districts are less than ten minutes from Cabbagetown.
Cabbagetown is close to Canada's largest gay community which is centered around the intersection of Church & Wellesley Streets and offers a full slew of entertaining things to see and do year-round. The area is packed with cafes, bars, and restaurants as well as gay-oriented shops and a vast array hot nightspots that cater to an alluring mosaic of cultures, orientations, ages, shapes and sizes.
Local Trivia
Cabbagetown has also been home to famous residents and seen frequent visits from people like Avril Lavigne, Adrienne Clarkson, Michael Ondaatje and former Toronto mayor Barbara Hall.
Location
Sherbourne to the west, Bloor to the North, Shuter Street to the South and Bayview to south of Gerrard, Broadview north of Gerrard.
Home to - Don Vale
Electoral Districts - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Neighbourhoods - Cabbagetown-South, St. James Town, Moss Park
BIA’s - Cabbagetown BIA, Historic Queen East BIA
Ratepayers' Associations - Cabbagetown South Residents' Association and Don Vale Cabbagetown Residents Association
MLS®#:C5134742 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
Well-Established Convenience Store, Located In The Booming Down Town Area. High Traffic Everyday. Right In The Middle Period Of This Area Development. More High Rise Buildings Will Come Across Street. Famous Cabbage-Town Residentials Just At The Back. Close To School And Other Businesses. High Lotto Commissions. Owners Retire After 12 Years Operati....More details
MLS®#:C5154759 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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1800-1999 Sq Ft
This Warm And Spacious, Totally Renovated Condominium Is An Entertainers Delight! Located In An Established Building Within The Heart Of Downtown Toronto, It Is Walking Distance To All Amenities. It Features An Enormous Kitchen, Sunken L/R, Oversized Master Bedroom And Spa-Like Master Bathroom Sure To Satisfy The Most Discerning Entrepreneur. This ....More details
MLS®#:C5180552 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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800-899 Sq Ft
Welcome To Celebrity Place! Situated In One Of The City's Most Vibrant Neighbourhoods Yet Feels Like A Secluded Spot Surrounded By Trees And Well Maintained Gardens/Lawn. This Open Concept Unit Offers Loads Of Light And Space And Possibilities! Wonderful Large Terrace-Like Balcony To Work/Lounge. Building Is Packed With Amenities Including A Squash....More details
MLS®#:C5139406 Status:Sale Pending Type:Residential Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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Mix Use Cr2 Zoning Property In The Heart Of Cabbage Town, The Hottest Fastest Gentrifying Area For Year 2021! Ground Floor Zoned For Commercial/Retail Currently Tenanted By A Bar; 2nd Fl Zoned Residential (Was A Two-Bdrm Apt) . 2 Sets Of Hydro Meters With 200 Amp Services; Newer Windows And Electrical System; Newer Porch; Access To The Laneway With....More details
MLS®#:C5131922 Status:Sale Pending Type:Commercial Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
Mix Use Cr2 Zoning Property In The Heart Of Cabbage Town, The Hottest Fastest Gentrifying Area For Year 2021! Ground Floor Zoned For Commercial/Retail Currently Tenanted By A Bar; 2nd Fl Zoned Residential (Was A Three-Bedroom Apt) . 2 Sets Of Hydro Meters With 200 Amp Services; Newer Windows And Electrical System; Newer Porch And Back Patio; Access....More details
MLS®#:C5186461 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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800-899 Sq Ft
Renovated & Upgraded End Unit Townhome, Steps To Downtown, Walk Score 95, Transit Score93, Transit, Shops, Parks! Move In Ready, Freshly Painted Thru-Out, Kitchen Stone Counter Breakfast Bar '21, Under Mount Sink '21, Stainless Steel Stove, Dishwasher '21, Refrigerator '21, Stove, Many New Light Fixtures '21, Newer Laminate Flooring, One Parking Sp....More details
MLS®#:C5156796 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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2000-2500 Sq Ft
Beautiful 3-Storey Victorian Style Home In Cabbagetown South. Picture Yourself And Your Growing Family In This Exquisite Home, Or Perhaps See It As A Great Investment Opportunity For The Astute Investor. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Washroom Home Has A Basement Apartment With A Separate Entrance. This Home Is Full Of Victorian Charm And Is Steps Away From Res....More details
MLS®#:C5184481 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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600-699 Sq Ft
A Stunning 36-Story Condo Tower At The South West, Located In The Cabbagetown-South St. James Town Neighborhood In Toronto, By Alterra Development. 8' 6 Feet Ceiling. Hardwood Floor, Stone Counter Tops, Kitchen With Undermont Sink/Stainless Fridge/ Slide-In Range/Backslash. Has A Transit Score Of 99/100, World-Class Public Transportation. Walking D....More details
MLS®#:C5159620 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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2000-2500 Sq Ft
Beautiful Three Unit Legal Duplex Multi Unit, Ft Including Bsmt Unit. Short Walk To Yonge-Dundas Square, Ryerson, Wellesley Station.4 Parking Spaces. Ideal Investment W/$101,150 Income. 5.6% Cap Cash On Cash , Financial Are Attached.
MLS®#:C5180684 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Cabbagetown-South St. James Town - Toronto
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Stunning! Just In Time For Summer Your Own Pool In Prime Cabbagetown. End Unit Open Concept Townhome Built In 1986. Large Granite Kitchen W/Breakfast Bar And Work Area. Dramatic 2 Storey Light Well Over Dr. Main Floor 2Pc. 2 Wood Burning Fireplaces. Master Bedroom W/Cathedral Ceiling, Wi Closet, 5Pc Semi Ensuite, Jet Tub & Double Sinks. Full Finish....More details
