Riverdale was once a small rural community until the Grand Trunk Railway began winding it’s way through in the 1850’s. In 1884 it was annexed by the City of Toronto.
Today, it’s a large diverse community with all the cache of the affluent neighborhoods like Rosedale or Forest Hill, but with the laid-back ambience that only east-Toronto folk know how to pull off.
Always a popular place to purchase real estate for the more established set, there are still plenty of worthy finds for newer homeowners. In South Riverdale you’ll find many smaller, starter homes, and as you move north you’ll find grand, restored heritage homes.
South Riverdale has traditionally attracted a wide mix of people looking for affordable homes close to downtown and is a district well known for it’s popular schools.
Shopping districts in Riverdale include the Danforth which is home to Toronto’s Greek Community. A dazzling array of stores catering to your every whim and first class Greek restaurants await. To the south is the Chinatown district centered around Gerrard and Broadview and further south is the Queen Broadview Village, a historic shopping district featuring interesting antiques and collectible shops.
Riverdale is also known for it’s many parks and parkettes throughout the neighbourhood. Riverdale park features one of the best views of the city and has a popular outdoor pool and running track: Withrow Park is a popular gathering place for families and pets. Jimmie Simpson Park hosts an indoor swimming pool, games room and a gymnasium.
Riverdale is an ideal location for commuters with the Don Valley Expressway, Lake Shore Boulevard, and the Gardiner Expressway quickly accessible from this neighbourhood. Public transit via the regular bus service and streetcar service on Broadview, Carlaw, Jones and Greenwood Avenues, provide excellent access, as well as Queen and Gerrard Streetcars. There are five subway stations that serve Riverdale, including Broadview, Chester, Pape, Donlands, and Greenwood.
Local Trivia
Popular TV shows, The Kids of Degrassi Street, Degrassi Junior High , Degrassi High and Degrassi: The Next Generation are named for the street of the same name found in South Riverdale.
Location
Danforth in the North, Don Valley Parkway West, Jones Avenue in the East and Gerrard in the South..
Found here - Greektown, East Chinatown, Riverside, Don Mount, Riverside, and The Pocket
Electoral Districts -Toronto Danforth
Neighbourhoods - Blake-Jones, North Riverdale, South Riverdale
Home to Greektown BIA, and Riverside BIA, also Danforth BIA
MLS®#:E4995638 Status:Sale Pending Type:Commercial Community:Playter Estates-Danforth - Toronto
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Location-Location-Location Incredible Investment Opportunity! Priced To Sell!! In The Heart Of Toronto's Vibrant Danforth Community. Prime N Side Of Danforth Ave. Vacant Building That Needs A Little Tlc! 3 Car Parking Behind The Building! 2 Minute Walk To Carlaw And 5-Minute Walk To Pape. Minutes Walk To Chester Subway Station. Minutes To Downtown ....More details
MLS®#:E5168196 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Playter Estates-Danforth - Toronto
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Welcome To 930 Logan Ave In The Prestigious Playter Estate- Danforth And Jackman School District. This Home Has Tons Of Character As Well As A Deep 140 Feet Lot. You Can Enjoy The Home As It Is Or Renovate. Potential To Build A Lane Way Home At The Back Of The House. Great Location With A Walk Score Of 97, Steps To The Danforth, Chester Subway Stat....More details
MLS®#:E5095776 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
1,300 Sq. Ft. Of Tastefully Designed Space. Full Basement. Licensed For 32 Plus A Front Patio. A Chef Inspired Kitchen Over $300,000.00 Of Leasehold Improvements. New 5-Year Lease With 5-Year Option To Renew. Only $6,200.00 / Month Inclusive Of Tmi
MLS®#:E5175428 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
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1600-1799 Sq Ft
Gorgeous Light-Filled Multi-Level Condo In The Coveted Glebe Lofts! Terrific For Isolating Now And Post-Pandemic Entertaining Soon! Magical 2nd Level Primary Bedroom Suite Opens To Huge Private Terrace. 2nd Outdoor Space Is Your Private Gated Garden Off Pape ! All Just A Hop, Step And Jump From The Danforth.
MLS®#:E5188614 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Playter Estates-Danforth - Toronto
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Spacious Detached Home W Sep Entrance Basement (Income Potential).Proud To Own In Toronto's Most Sought-After "Playter Estates-Danforth" Neighborhood! Steps To Pape Subway, Danforth Shopping & All Amenities. Bright & Spacious 3 Brs, Open Concept Main Floor Awaiting Your Personal Touch. Parking Via Laneway. Lots Of Potential !! Newly Painted, New De....More details
MLS®#:E5112598 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Blake-Jones - Toronto
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!!!Location, Location, Location!!! Great Opportunity For The Right Investor/ User** Existing Take-Out Restaurant** 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment With Separate Entrance Upstairs** Walk-Up Basement** Located At The Sweet Spot Of Danforth (Greek Town)** High Traffic Area & Short Walk To Pape Subway Station, Restaurants & Shopping* Virtual Tour & Flo....More details
MLS®#:E5077235 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Blake-Jones - Toronto
!!!Location, Location, Location!!! Great Opportunity For The Right Investor/ User** Existing Take-Out Restaurant** 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment With Separate Entrance Upstairs** Walk-Up Basement** Located At The Sweet Spot Of Danforth (Greek Town)** High Traffic Area & Short Walk To Pape Subway Station, Restaurants & Shopping* Virtual Tour & Flo....More details
MLS®#:E5087588 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Blake-Jones - Toronto
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Wow, This Is The One! Nestled In The Pocket On The Coveted Ravina St, This Corner House Is Steps Away From Restaurants In Greektown & Donlands Subway Station. Sun-Drenched Living Rm & Kitchen, Ceasarstone Counters W/ Large Center Island, Great Ceiling Height On All 3 Levels, Wide Plank Solid Oak Hardwood Fls, Generous Bedrms, Private Sundeck Off Ma....More details
MLS®#:E5177269 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Danforth - Toronto
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Rare 4 Bedroom Semi-Detached Property On The Danforth!!! Great For Investors, Handyman, Flippers, Or Add Your Finishing Touches To This Gem In A Great Location! Directly Across The Street From Schools, Churches, Rec Centers, And Under A 5 Minute Walk From Ttc Subway Stations
MLS®#:E5158416 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
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Riverdale Welcomes You! This Delightful, Bright And Charming Home Boasts A Ton Of Natural Light. From Your First Step At The Front Door In Your Own Private Oasis Recessed From The Street, You Can See All The Way Through The Main Floor Right Out To The Sunroom Into The Garden. Move In And Enjoy Or Expand; Build Up Or Build Out. This Home Is Strategi....More details
MLS®#:E5147298 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
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Area:
5000+ Sq Ft
Completely Renovated Residential Heritage Building With 24 Dwelling Rooms, 8206 Sq Ft + 2762 Bg. Currently Vacant. Every Room Has Ensuite Washroom And Individually Controlled Heat And Ac. 4 Rooms Have Kitchenette, All Rooms Have Rough-Ins For Kitchenettes. Soaring 11' Ceilings, Vinyl Floors, Laundry Room, Pool Room, Common Area Etc In Basement. Lar....More details
MLS®#:E5142453 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
Renovated Residential Heritage Building With 24 Rooms. Currently Vacant. Every Room Has Ensuite Washroom And Individually Controlled Heat And Ac. 4 Rooms Currently Have Kitchenettes, Remaining Rooms All Have Rough-Ins For Kitchenettes. Soaring 11' Large Chef's Kitchen. High Ceilings Throughout. Coin Operated Laundry, Pool Room, Common Area Etc. In ....More details
MLS®#:E4997870 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
Fantastic Opportunity For The Right Buyer In A Aaa Location. Upscale Hair Salon With Well Over $100K In Leasehold Improvements And Furnishings. 11 Stations & 4 Shampoo Basins. Landlord Is Open To Negotiating A Favourable Lease For The Right Tenant. Don't Miss Out On This Opportunity To Purchase A Turn Key Hair Salon At A Fraction Of The Price Of ....More details
MLS®#:E5184745 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Playter Estates-Danforth - Toronto
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1500-2000 Sq Ft
Elegantly Stylish Detached Family Home Perfectly Situated In The Jackman Public School District And Steps To The Danforth With Everything It Has To Offer. On A Quiet One-Way Tree-Lined Street, This Top To Bottom Updated 3-Bedroom Home Features A Sun Drenched Sophisticated Chef's Kitchen That Opens Out To A Private Secluded Oasis. Private Fenced-In ....More details
MLS®#:E5081549 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Blake-Jones - Toronto
Exceptional Investment Opportunity With This Steady Income Producing Property. This 3-Storey Building Features Two(2) Fully Equipped Restaurants Both W/Existing Liquor Licences, Four(4)- 2 Bdrm Apartments, Fully Occupied,Separately Metered Hydro For All Tenants And 3 Parking Spaces In Back. Busy Prime Location On The Danforth And In The "Taste Of D....More details
MLS®#:E5157988 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Danforth - Toronto
Excellent Opportunity To Invest, Or Live/Work In A Busy Location! Located In The High Demand Danforth Area, Highly Attractive Amount Of Pedestrian Foot Traffic. Newly Renovated. Step To Subway. One 1 Bedroom And A Two Bed Room Apartment With Walkout To Beautiful Private Deck/Yard. The Main Floor Level Were Extended Right Back.
MLS®#:E5157279 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Danforth - Toronto
Excellent Opportunity To Invest, Or Live/Work In A Busy Location! Located In The High Demand Danforth Area, Highly Attractive Amount Of Pedestrian Foot Traffic. Steps To Subway. Two Bed Room Apartment With Walk Out To Beautiful Private Deck/Yard. Attached Garage At Rear.
MLS®#:E5182480 Status:Sale Pending Type:Residential Community:Danforth - Toronto
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Gorgeous On Glebeholme! Stunning, Newly Renovated Detached Home In Coveted Family Neighbourhood Of Danforth Village. New European White Oak Floors, Beautiful Chefs Kitchen W/ Modern Appliances & W/O To Deck/Garden. Mudroom W/ Heated Floors. Smart Automated Blinds, Lights & Thermo. 2nd Flr Laundry. Sep Entrance To Finished Basement W/ Income Suit....More details
MLS®#:E5172202 Status:Sale Pending Type:Residential Community:Danforth - Toronto
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Area:
2000-2500 Sq Ft
A Masterpiece W/Stunning Contemporary Design, Meticulous Attn To Details & Exquisite Finishes. 10' Ceiling On M/Flr, Gourmet Kitchen W/High End Appliances, Walk Through Pantry Separates Kitchen And Dining Rm, Cozy Breakfast Nook W/Built-In Seating, Wide Plank White Oak Engineered Hardwood Floor On Main & 2nd. Custom Elegant Mill Work, Caesar Stone ....More details
MLS®#:E5182465 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Playter Estates-Danforth - Toronto
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Area:
3500-5000 Sq Ft
Playter Estates! Detached Six Unit Property, Short Walk To Beaches And Shops, Cafes 7 Restaurants On Danforth St. Ideal Investment With $92,220 Gross Income (Est). Virtual Tour & Floor Plan Online. Total 4406 Sq Ft Incl Bsmnt. Large 41.01 X 97.58 Lot.
MLS®#:E5180531 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:Playter Estates-Danforth - Toronto
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Playter Estates! Detached Six Unit Property. Short Walk To Beaches And Shops, Cafes, And Restaurants On The Danforth St. Ideal Investment With $92220 Gross Income (Est) Virtual Tour And Floor Plan On Line. Total 4406 Sq. Ft Incl. Bsmt, Large 41.01 X 97.58 Lot.
MLS®#:E5187540 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:Danforth - Toronto
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Classic "Grand Dame" Turn Of The Century Home With Big Foyer And Elegant Wood Staircase Leading To 2nd Floor. Hardwood Flooring Throughout, French Doors, Wood Trim, Plate Rails And Crown Moulding. Was Triplex At One Point And Now Single Family Home With R/I For Kitchen In Basement. Beautiful Tree-Lined Street, Very Sought-After. Steps To Subway And....More details
MLS®#:E5189563 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:North Riverdale - Toronto
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An Incredible Opportunity To Live On One Of Prime Riverdale's Most Sought After Tree Lined Streets! Welcome To 5 Simpson Ave , Here You'll Find This South Facing Substantial 6 Bedroom Home Situated On A Rare Premium 32 Ft Frontage By 113 Ft Deep Lot. In The Coveted Withrow School District. Just Waiting To Be Re-Imagined! Come And Create Your Dream ....More details
