Named after the expansive park at the centre of this neighbourhood, High Park is nestled in Toronto’s west end between bustling Bloor West Village and West Bend. This is a highly desirable community to live in because of its serene atmosphere, prestigious past and rich history. Residents are within walking distance to countless amenities, as well as the popular Bloor West Village shopping district.
Why you’ll love it here
High Park’s landscape features gentle hills and giant oak trees that line the winding streets and add a certain charm to the area. Life in this neighbourhood is centred around High Park, Toronto’s largest park at 399 acres. There are countless attractions in the park including seasonal cherry blossoms, sporting facilities, a zoo, a dog park, and even a restaurant.
Residents can immerse themselves in the many amenities within the park, or simply relax under one of the mature trees with a good book. This greenspace is also home to a large body of water, Grenadier Pond, which lies next to the park’s Hillside Gardens. Dozens of events are held within the park, including the Snowflake Walk, Winter Solstice Celebration, many live plays and performances, and daily community neighbourhood walks.
Bloor West Village borders High Park and features excellent shopping options along Bloor Street West. Here you’ll find many European-style bakeries and delis, specialty shops, restaurants, cafes and more. Further along the strip into the neighbourhood, there are many amenities catering to the local residents from dental offices and health centres to pharmacies, grocery stores, salons, and more.
Many interesting restaurants line this energetic corridor, including Shiba Poke, Cinnaholic, Palmer Coffee, and Aztec’s Mine. Whether you’re looking for convenient take-out or an inviting dine-in restaurant, you’ll find it along the Bloor Street West collection of cuisines.
There are a variety of housing options available in the area, attracting a range of residents and creating a dynamic community filled with people from all walks of life. There are plenty of schools for families to choose from, including the top-rated senior high school Humberside Collegiate Institute, and every amenity imaginable within walking distance.
Residents can get to major commuter roadways like the Gardiner Expressway, The Queensway, and Lakeshore Boulevard in mere minutes. So whether you’re travelling across town or out of town, you can get to where you’re going in no time at all.
With excellent transit, great commuter access, wonderful shopping and recreation options, proximity to other popular neighbourhoods like BWV and Parkdale-Roncesvalles, High Park combines the best of all the city has to offer. Not to mention it’s home to the best escape from the rush of city life with Toronto’s largest park.
High Park real estate
Real estate in the neighbourhood features primarily detached and semi-detached homes, including many classic, single-family “forever homes” on wider lots than most others in the area.
While in High Park, be sure to immerse yourself in the breathtaking wildlife and explore the many trails throughout the park before ending the day with something sweet from Grenadier Cafe.
