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About Downtown East
Encapsulating two of Toronto’s most historic waterfront neighbourhoods—the Distillery District and the Esplanade—Downtown East is one of the most exciting places to be in Toronto. The Esplanade is primarily residential, while the Distillery District contains both commercial shopping areas and offices (as well as some private residences).
Both parts of the lakeside Downtown East neighbourhood were originally constructed in the mid 1800s. They’re known for their beautiful heritage features, which showcase the best that the time period has to offer. Expect cobblestone streets, repurposed industrial-era buildings, and remnants of early Toronto railway and shipping lines.
From this waterfront community’s 19th-century blue-collar beginnings to the shopping and residential hub it is today, Downtown East has always been a bustling part of Toronto’s eastern lakeshore.
Who Lives Here
While this fascinating part of Toronto would appeal to almost anyone, the neighbourhood’s tight and condensed layout means there are few homes large enough to accommodate growing families.
What you will find is many modern condo buildings and redeveloped industrial-era lofts, which are ideal for singles and young couples. Those who want to enjoy the liveliness and historic beauty of the Distillery District can expect to pay a premium.
What's Great About It?
Since its redevelopment into a pedestrian-friendly commercial and residential area in 2001, the Distillery District has remained one of the most popular shopping and tourist destinations in the city.
Surrounded by iconic Toronto landmarks (namely the Gooderham and Worts Distillery, founded in 1832), this neighbourhood offers one of the most unique shopping atmospheres around.
With everything from high-end furniture stores and trendy restaurants to independent cafes and fun boutiques, there’s no shortage of things to see and do in the district. Not only that, but the area’s extremely popular Christmas Market (where live entertainment, incredible food, and artisanal goods converge) is a city-wide favourite.
Downtown East is also very close to major intersections, highways, and public transit. With the Gardiner Expressway and Lake Shore Boulevard at your doorstep, it’s quick and convenient to get where you need to go.
Schools
Market Lane Junior and Senior Public School welcomes students in junior kindergarten through grade 8, while the Downtown Alternative School services students from kindergarten to grade 6.
St Michael’s Catholic School is another great option for elementary students, providing faith-based learning for children from k-8.
Homes for sale in Downtown East
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4602/03 183 Wellington Street W in Toronto: Waterfront Communities C1 Condo for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C6084844
4602/03 183 Wellington Street W Waterfront Communities C1 Toronto M5V 0A1 $23,500,000Condo- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C6084844
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 5
Welcome to Cielo Alba, Residences of The Ritz Carlton, the epitome of luxury condominium living in Toronto. This extraordinary Aprox 6,000 sq. ft. unit offers the trifecta of a perfect location, a world-class building, and a one-of-a-kind residence for your unparalleled urban lifestyle. 180 panoramic views, 10 & 11 foot ceilings, Poliform Millwork, 10 Foot Frameless Doors, 1000 bottle Wine Cellar, this is an ultra rare option for those seeking the upmost in elegance and condo living in Toronto. If you're seeking an elevated level of pampering and personalized attention, there's no other destination that quite compares. More detailsListed by SOTHEBY`S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CANADA- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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317 Queen Street E in Toronto: Moss Park Property for sale (Toronto C08) : MLS®# C5884558
317 Queen Street E Moss Park Toronto M5A 1S7 $22,500,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C5884558
- Major Bus.:
- Hospitality/Food Related
- Total Area:
- 14,000 sq. ft.1,300.64 m2
The '1871' Berkeley Church Event & Media Venue. Property Is Subject to Related Company Leases/Development Agreements. Part Of Church Courtyard (20' By 100') Not Incl. In Purchase Price. Buyer To Conduct Its Own Property/Lease/Investigations At Buyer's Sole Cost And Expense. More detailsListed by COLLIERS MACAULAY NICOLLS INC., BROKERAGE- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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Ph 1001 500 Wellington Street W in Toronto: Waterfront Communities C1 Condo for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C7044762
Ph 1001 500 Wellington Street W Waterfront Communities C1 Toronto M5V 1E3 $14,900,000Condo- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C7044762
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 3
The Ultimate Full Floor Penthouse In Toronto's Most Exclusive Residence. Approximately 6,200 SqFt Of Professionally Designed Living Space, Including A 2,000 SqFt Private Rooftop Terrace With A Raised Glass Pool, Hot Tub, Outdoor Kitchen, And Unobstructed Panoramic City Views. This Opulent Penthouse Boasts 2 Private Elevators, 10-Foot Smooth Ceilings, Floor-To-Ceilings Windows, A Gourmet Scavolini Kitchen, Wide Plank Hardwood Flooring And A Wood-Burning Fireplace With A Stunning Marble Feature Wall. More detailsListed by PSR- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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112-114 Sherbourne Street in Toronto: Waterfront Communities C1 Property for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C5993212
112-114 Sherbourne Street Waterfront Communities C1 Toronto M5A 2R2 $13,700,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C5993212
- Total Area:
- 3,918.06 sq. ft.364 m2
Rare Opportunity To Own A Signature Asset In The Heart Of Downtown, Newly Renovated And Improved, Close To New Ontario Line Subway, Zoning Recently Changed To Allow Up To Approx 30 Storeys, 90 Meters Height, Price Reflects Air Rights For Future Build Up Potential. %80 Rented With $360K Gross Income. More detailsListed by TOP CANADIAN REALTY INC.- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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111 Wellington Street W in Toronto: Waterfront Communities C1 Property for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C6670262
111 Wellington Street W Waterfront Communities C1 Toronto M5J 2S7 $11,900,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C6670262
- Major Bus.:
- Other
- Total Area:
- 26,363 sq. ft.2,449.2 m2
5-storey commercial condominium with ground-floor lobby on the south-west corner of Wellington and York. 50 ft. of frontage along Wellington and 55 ft. of frontage along York. Big, bright windows looking out to Toronto's Financial Core. Private Elevator. Ceiling heights range up to 18 ft. Ideal for a wide range of office, educational, medical and commercial uses. Can accommodate single or multi-tenant occupancy. PATH access. Easy access to Union Station. Seller willing to provide a VTB at favorable rates for the right buyer. More detailsListed by THE BEHAR GROUP REALTY INC.- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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298 Queen Street W in Toronto: Kensington-Chinatown Property for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C7248882
298 Queen Street W Kensington-Chinatown Toronto M5V 2A1 $10,999,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C7248882
- Major Bus.:
- Hospitality/Food Related
- Total Area:
- 10,162 sq. ft.944.08 m2
A once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire a 100% interest in a landmark Toronto property widely believed to be the City's oldest operating bar, The Black Bull, which originally opened its doors in 1833. The Property, municipally known as 298 Queen Street West includes 3 Soho Street, both of which can be acquired with vacant possession, offering purchasers maximum strategic flexibility to reposition and maximize the utility of an architectural icon. The Property offers unmatched corner exposure providing approximately 36 feet of street level frontage on Queen Street West and 108 feet of frontage on Soho Street. 298 Queen Street West has been the longstanding home of The Black Bull at ground level, with two floors of renovated and currently vacant office space above (it was once was a hotel), with an adjacent oversized residential home at 3 Soho Street. Above grade square footage is 10,162 with an additional basement square footage of 3,050. More detailsListed by ROYAL LEPAGE SIGNATURE REALTY- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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137 Jarvis Street in Toronto: Church-Yonge Corridor Property for sale (Toronto C08) : MLS®# C7258198
137 Jarvis Street Church-Yonge Corridor Toronto M5C 2H6 $9,500,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C7258198
- Major Bus.:
- Hotel/Motel/Inn
- Total Area:
- 8,877 sq. ft.824.7 m2
Prominently Positioned In The Downtown Core, This Property Offers An Exceptional Opportunity For An Owner-User Or Value-Add Investor In Hospitality/Development/Investment. Current Use As A Hotel + Extended Stay Residence With 33 Rooms Across 3 Storeys Offering A Mix Of Suites With Kitchenette + Private Bathrooms & Rooms With Shared Kitchen + Living Common Areas & Rooftop Terrace With Skyline View. Limitless Potential To Expand On Layout & Modernize To Urban Boutique Concept Or Acquire As Future Growth Asset. More detailsListed by SOTHEBY`S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CANADA- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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32 Britain Street in Toronto: Moss Park Property for sale (Toronto C08) : MLS®# C7031892
32 Britain Street Moss Park Toronto M5A 1R6 $9,500,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C7031892
- Major Bus.:
- Professional Office
- Total Area:
- 11,500 sq. ft.1,068.38 m2
Brick and beam dually zoned (commercial/residential) building available in downtown east. High end character buildout meticulously deisgned combining heritage and modernity. Close proximity to St. Lawrence Market, financial core, and Queen streetcar line. 5 mins from Queen subway station (TTC Line 1). Steps away from future Moss Park subway station and the Ontario line. Income producing asset that is 80% occupied. Vacant possession can be provided. More detailsListed by COLLIERS MACAULAY NICOLLS INC.- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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114 Baldwin Street in Toronto: Kensington-Chinatown Property for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C5865238
114 Baldwin Street Kensington-Chinatown Toronto M5T 1L6 $8,999,900 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C5865238
- Total Area:
- 14,775 sq. ft.1,372.64 m2
Rare Urban Infill Site In The Heart Of Downtown Toronto, Steps To Chinatown, Kensington Market And The University Of Toronto. 14,775 Square Feet Of Future Development Land Presently Used As Paid Parking Lots And Has A Two-Story Detached Home On Baldwin Street. Unmatched Connectivity With Immediate Access To Transit, And A 12-Minute Walk To St. George And Queen's Park Subway Stations. More detailsListed by CAPITAL CITY REALTY LIMITED, BROKERAGE- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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684-690 Yonge Street Street in Toronto: Bay Street Corridor Property for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C5700851
684-690 Yonge Street Street Bay Street Corridor Toronto M4Y 2A6 $8,500,000 /For SaleCommercial- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C5700851
- Total Area:
- 5,340 sq. ft.496.1 m2
Rarely, Does A Property So Close To Bloor And Yonge Come Up For Sale, Where There Is So Much Development Underway. The Property Is Comprised Of Main Floor Retail Space And Four Totally Renovated Apartments (2-1 Bedroom Units And 1-2 Bedroom Units) Which Are Intentionally Vacant At This Time Pending A New Ownership. There Is Lots Of Room For Increasing The Income On The Property With New Ownership. More detailsListed by HIGH POINT REALTY LIMITED, BROKERAGE- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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4801 311 Bay Street in Toronto: Waterfront Communities C1 Condo for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C7302848
4801 311 Bay Street Waterfront Communities C1 Toronto M5H 4G5 $7,880,000Condo- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C7302848
- Bedrooms:
- 3
- Bathrooms:
- 5
Luxurious St.Regis Hotel Residence On The 48th Floor With A View Of Lake Ont. Super High End Upgrade$$. Palace In The Sky Is A Double Unit 3700 Sqft Condo With 12Ft Ceilings and Takes Up The Whole Floor, Private Elevator, Open Concept. Refined Living At A Hotel Residence With 24Hr Room Service, Housekeeping, Valet Parking, Hotel Spa and An Elegant Fine Dining Restaurant Called Louix Louis. The Main Floor Of The Hotel Features Another Rest/Bar and Concierge. More detailsListed by RE/MAX CROSSROADS REALTY INC.- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca
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300 468 Wellington Street W in Toronto: Niagara Condo for sale (Toronto C01) : MLS®# C7336302
300 468 Wellington Street W Niagara Toronto M5V 1E7 $7,749,000Condo- Status:
- Active
- MLS® Num:
- C7336302
- Bedrooms:
- 4
- Bathrooms:
- 3
Sensational approx 5000 sq ft true loft featuring carefully curated contemporary design elements with direct elevator access.Tall windows flood the space with natural light and sunshine from both west and south, including 2 south facing juliet balconies. Enormous entertaining space with 12 ft ceilings, living room with fireplace & custom built-in wet bar w/ beer taps, wine fridge, 2nd freezer, sink, glass cleaner and extra dishwasher. Chefs kitchen with Miele appliances (Speed oven, wall oven, warming drawer, gas cooktop, dishwasher) and long centre island. Traditional exposed brick and beams with a contemporary edge. Outstanding open and bright space. Primary Bedroom features a fireplace, his & hers walk in closets/dressing rooms, massive spa like custom ensuite with heated floor. 2nd Bedroom w/ concealed murphy bed set up as a family room , + ensuite bathroom. 3rd Bdrm w/ built in aquarium, plus a seprate light filled home office. More detailsListed by HAZELTON REAL ESTATE INC.- Tanya Crepulja
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 647-293-3785
- tanya@tcteam.ca
- Steven Fontes
- Keller Williams Real Estate Associates, Brokerage
- 416-831-2161
- steve@tcteam.ca

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