Leaside

Upscale and luxurious, the East York neighbourhood of Leaside offers a lifestyle that is truly one of a kind. Here, you’ll find one of the most scenic and picturesque enclaves around, with so much green space that you might just forget that you’re in the city. 

Stunning parks and trails aren’t the only highlight of Leaside, however, You’ll also find a fabulous shopping district along Bayview Avenue, with an endless selection of shops, specialty stores, and family-friendly restaurants. 

If you crave even more retail therapy, Eglinton Avenue is not far away. Add in the relatively new Leaside Centre, and you will have nearly everything you need or want at your fingertips. 

As a safe and engaging place for children, Leaside is unsurprisingly in high demand for families. The abundance of recreational activities is yet another reason families flock to the area, where the typical house boasts large lots perfectly suited for outdoor gatherings and spending endless hours playing outside. 

The beautiful heritage homes of Leaside include many Tudor-style residences and numerous two-storey houses with generous living space. Even many of the smaller bungalows have had another storey added to make them ideal for growing families. 

Between the stunning exteriors and the meticulously kept interiors, it’s also not surprising that Leaside boasts some of the most expensive real estate in Toronto. 

That said, Leaside does offer a selection of condos and townhouses to make the neighbourhood more accessible for entry to mid-level buyers. There are also beautiful rental units along Bayfield Avenue, some of which overlook the Don Valley Ravine.

Beautiful homes and even more spectacular scenery are the hallmarks of the breathtaking Leaside neighbourhood. If that wasn’t enough to draw in affluent families, there are also endless recreational activities that make this one of the most exciting places for children. 

The Leaside Memorial Community Gardens offers an indoor ice arena and swimming pool. You and your family can look forward to four seasons of recreation, including public skates or shinny, swimming lessons or free swims where you can laugh and splash your cares away. 

Let’s not forget the numerous parks and trails where you can get away for an afternoon hike or bike ride or just relax with a picnic lunch. Epic playgrounds and splash pads await, including those at Trace Manes Park and Howard Talbot Park.

If that’s not enough, you could always take a short drive to Sunnybrook Park. This beautiful nature escape offers bike trails, dog parks, and even Sunnybrook Stables where you and your family can enjoy an afternoon of horseback riding. 

The schools of Leaside are among the best in the city, if not the province. Leaside High School, Bessborough Drive Elementary and Middle School, and Northlea Elementary and Middle School are all highly rated public facilities.

You will also have access to many of Toronto’s top private institutions, such as Montcrest School, Blyth Academy (Lawrence Park), and Maria Montessori School, to name a few.