This quaint little pocket south of Bloor Street West is not well known by name to many unless they're familiar with the west end of Toronto. If you say you live in "Swansea" to some people, sadly they have no idea where it is. Quick executive summary as far as area history: Swansea was incorporated as a village in 1926. This neighbourhood is the only one in Toronto to have it's own community run Town Hall (Lavinia Avenue). In 1615, not a typo....Etienne Brule, Samuel de Champlain's protege was the first European to set foot in what we know today as Swansea.
The name is derived like many area names from places in England. Here, the name Swansea was named after Swansea in Wales (western England) also too with it's rolling topography. In addition, this neighbourhood is the only one in Toronto that is bordered by three bodies of water, Grenadier Pond to the east, Lake Ontario to the south and the Humber River to the west. Pretty neat!
In the last 5-7 years, the southern portion of Swansea, namely at the base of Windermere and the Queensway has undergone a major turn-around. The former brownfield was home to the Stelco site. It was decomissioned and later developed into a series of townhomes and condos that flank either side of Windermere. I must say that upon first glance many moons ago I did not think that much would come of this unglamorous spot. Boy, was I wrong. These places show quite well. These places are now known as Windermere by the Lake at 93 The Queensway and 15 Windermere Avenue as well as the larger townhomes on the opposite side of Winderemere that have the Next condo in it's backyard so to speak nxtcondos.com
The area is in walking distance of Bloor West Village and it's shops as well as two subway stations, Jane and Runnymede. Being on the subway line still holds it's value. A bus route along Windermere as well as Morningside Avenue make their way to the above subway stations on the Bloor-Danforth line. If you're a driver, you're in luck as Swansea lies at an ideal equidistant point to all that is important, be it the Gardner expressway eastbound or westbound via the Queensway and Parklawn. This is all accesible going southbound either on Windermere Avenue or the South Kingsway.
The age of the homes dates back to the 20's and 30's, remaining smaller homes boast period details unique to the period namely leaded glass windows, extensive woodwork and hand-crafted plaster crown moulding. Most homes fall under the category of detached or semi-detached homes that have either mutual or private drives in addition to street parking. In recent years, some residents have done an impressive job of expanding their homes vertically. No, these are not McMansions, they are at least in-keeping with the general architecture of the neighbourhood. As far as hotspots, being in close proximity to Bloor West Village, this area has access to the same shops and the like.
A cute parkette of note is Rennie Park which lies south of Morningside Avenue and east of Windermere Avenue behind Swansea Jr. & Sr. School. This parkette boasts four tennis courts, a wading pool and an artificial ice rink. Also a quick reminder that High Park can be accessed from Bloor Street or through a walking path via Ellis Park Road.
SCHOOLS IN SWANSEA
St. Pius X (elementary), 71 Jane Street 416-393-5237
Swansea Jr. & Sr., 207 Windermere Avenue 416-393-9080
Humbserside Collegiate Institute, 280 Quebec Avenue 416-393-0000
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202 Windermere Ave
MLS®#:W4298469 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Gorgeous Fully Renovated/Re-Built 2 Story Home At A 30X225 Ravine Lot In The Prestigious High Park Swansea Area.Conveniently Located Near All Amenities.Across Swansea Ps.High Ceiling With Pot Light/Led Light.Amazing Master/Coffered Ceiling,Spa Like Ensuite/Double Sinks Huge Glass Shower/Rain Shower Head/Large Walk-In Closet/Custom Organizers,Skylig....More details
MLS®#:W4295784 Status:Sale Pending Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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900-999 Sq Ft
Luxurious And Elegant Condo With 2 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms & Balcony. This Extraordinary Condo Features Panoramic Views Of Lake Ontario, Floor-To-Ceiling Windows, Huge Balcony & Hardwood Flrs. Features: Modern Kitchen With Custom Centre Island And Quartz Countertop. *Master Bdrm. W W/I Closet And 5Pc Ensuite. *2 Spa-Like Bathrooms. *World-Class Amen....More details
MLS®#:W4293944 Status:Sale Pending Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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800-899 Sq Ft
Spacious Southwest Corner 2 Br + 2 Bath Unit With Breathtaking, Unobstructed Panoramic Views Of Lake, City Skyline And Magnificent Sunsets. 9 Ft. Floor To Ceiling Windows, Granite Kitchen Counters, Plenty Of Cupboard Space And Quality Finishes. 891 Sq.Ft. + 126 Sq.Ft. Of Balcony. Located In High Demand High Park Area, Walking Distance To Lake, Su....More details
MLS®#:W4304156 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Attention All Investors & Those Dreaming Of Home Ownership In Toronto: This Charming, Stylish Unit Is Filled With Warmth & Natural Light, Making This The Perfect First Home Or Investment Property. Enjoy A Private Entrance While Having Full Access To The Amenities Of A Large Condo. 24-Hr Ttc Will Easily Connect You To Toronto's Best Shopping, Dining....More details
MLS®#:W4289260 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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800-899 Sq Ft
Exceptionally Maintained And Professionally Designed Condo With Stunning Views Of The Lake! This Highly Desirable 2-Bed & 2 Bath Unit Is Perfect For Open Concept Living. Property Highlights Include: A Spacious Balcony, Stainless Steel Appliances, Granite Counters With A Breakfast Bar, Extra Kitchen Cupboards, Designer Lighting, Porcelain Tile That ....More details
MLS®#:W4074890 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
Wow Opportunity Knocks!! Midas . Successful Auto Repair Franchise , Best Location In Th Heart Of Toronto, Keele And Bloor. Enjoy The Fruit Of Someone Else's Hardwork & Lifetime Experience.Loyal Clients Keep Coming Back. Amazing Schedule 8:00Am- 6:00Pm, Monday To Sat Only, Low Monthly Lease, Fully Equipped Shop With All Necessary Tool & Machines & ....More details
MLS®#:W4301722 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
Excellent Investment Opportunity For User/Investor At Rapidly Developing Dundas & Bloor Intersection! Main Floor Commercial Space Vacant And Two Income Producing Residential Apartments Above, Both Rented! Right Across From Massive Highrise Complex At Bloor And Dundas, Walking Distance To Dundas W Ttc & Bloor Go/Up Express. Close To Many Restaurants....More details
MLS®#:W4298302 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
Prime Bloor St. W. Investment Opportunity Steps To High Park! Approx. 850 Sq. Ft. Main Floor Retail Space With Approx. 850 Sq. Ft. Office/Apartment On The Second Floor With Excellent Exposure. Walking Distance To Keele & Dundas W. Ttc Station & Bloor Go Station. Rapidly Developing Area, Massive Condo Choice Properties Development At Bloor & Dundas.....More details
MLS®#:W4275668 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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800-899 Sq Ft
This Fabulously Stylish Unit With South Facing Views In Elegant One Old Mill Will Take Your Breath Away. The Incredible Layout Offers A Lrg Bdrm W W/I Closet & Private Ensuite Bath (Unit Has 2 Full Washrooms-Guest Bath W Glass Shower Door ), Open Concept Den (Can Be Bdrm, Dining Rm Or Office) & Balcony Overlooking S. Kingsway. Upgraded W Gorgeous D....More details
MLS®#:W4303597 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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800-899 Sq Ft
Welcome To Paradise! This Condo Has It All! Gorgeous 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Corner Suite With Beautiful Panoramic Southeast Waterfront Views Of The Cityscape! Close To High Park, Gardiner, Blvd Club, Walk-In Closet In The Master, His & Her Closets In The 2nd Bedroom, New Engineered Hardwood Flooring. The Best Amenities Anywhere With Pool, Sauna, Gym, P....More details
MLS®#:W4296680 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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900-999 Sq Ft
Spectacular High-Rise Luxurious Living Southwest Corner 2 Bedroom Premium Unit. The Condo Unit Was Brand New And Sold Only Last Year To The Current Seller. 970 Sq Ft + Large Balcony. Breathtaking Unobstructed View Of The Lake/City, 9' Floor To Ceiling Windows. Walking Distance To The Lake. Mins To Downtown, High Park. 5 ***** Hotel Inspired Ameniti....More details
MLS®#:W4262195 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
User/Investor Opportunity In High Park. A Rare Detached 2 Storey Building Located On The South Side Of Bloor. Approx. 20' Frontage And Amazing 153' Deep Lot. Great Opportunity To Live-In And Run Your Business Or Renovate And Add-On. Main Floor Unit Is Outfitted As A Restaurant/Pub With A Rear Outdoor Patio. Second Floor Unit Is A 2-Bedroom Apartmen....More details
MLS®#:W4229578 Status:Sale Pending Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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900-999 Sq Ft
Rarely Offered Split Layout In Bloor West Village's Prestigious "The Brule!" Boutique Low Rise Condo (Only 49 Units) With Aura Of Comfort & Elegance! 985Sqft Generously Appointed, Bright Unit W 9 Ft Ceilings, 2 Full Bathrms. Solid & Well Built Condo With Outdoor Bbq Terrace, Award Winning Gardens, Functional Exercise Room, Library & Party Room. Loc....More details
MLS®#:W4295497 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Welcome To 86 Merrick St! 2 Storey Detached Home W/Rare Private Drive, 2 Car Park, 3+1 Bed, 3 Bath, Fin Basement & Rm To Grow; Just Move In & Enjoy Life In High Park! Bright, Open Concept Main Living/Dining W/Fireplace Beckons For Family Time. Modern Eat-In Kitch W/S/S Appl's, Loads Of Counterspace & W/O To Massive Backyard Deck. Master Bed W/W/I C....More details
MLS®#:W4302691 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Amazing Value For This Rare Turnkey 3 Storey Semi-Detached, 4 Unit Property Located On A Quiet Tree-Lined Street In Roncey Village. Updates Inc:'08/'12 Flat Roof, '12 Main Roof, '14 Gas Furnace, 200 Amp Service & An Extensively Renovated 3rd-Floor Unit In '15. Renovations Inc Granite Counter Tops, New Cabinetry, Flooring & A New Deck! W A Rental In....More details
MLS®#:W4302598 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Architect's Home, Modernized To Combine Function, Space & Natural Light With Highest Quality Finishes. In Floor Heating Throughout, German Engineered Windows, Italian Lighting, Immediately Create A Sense Of Luxury. This Gems Sits On A Professionally Landscaped Lot With A Heated/Cooled Studio At The Rear. Throw The Best Parties When You Open The Hu....More details
MLS®#:W4296805 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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1200-1399 Sq Ft
A Perfect Mix - Classic Architecture & Modern Luxury. This Heavenly 2-Storey Loft Boasts A Spacious 2 Bed+Den Layout, Dramatic Original Cathedral Ceilings, Exposed Brick & Beams, & A Large Private Terrace Perfect For Relaxing. A Majestic Church Loft Conversion - 24 Units Carved Out Of A Spectacular 1910 Limestone Master Piece. Exposed Stone, Staine....More details
MLS®#:W4249539 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Truly One Of A Kind. Nestled Over Grenadier Pond This Luxury Four Bedroom Four Bathroom Contemporary Masterpiece Has Abundant Views Of High Park And Raw Nature Within A 13 Minute Drive To King And Front And The Island Airport. Ideally Located In Toronto's Sought After Swansea | Bloor West Village Area,This Home Encompasses Urban Living In One Of Th....More details
MLS®#:W4301515 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Luxurious 1 Bedroom+Den Unit @ Nxt Condos - W/Parking - With Stunning Views Of The Toronto Skyline & Lake Views!! Close To High Park And Lake Ontario. Amazing Layout - 9Ft Ceiling Height W/ Floor To Ceiling Windows - Large Balcony With Walkouts From The Living Area And Bedroom. Easy Hwy Access. Mins To Dwtn. Ttc- Streetcar Steps Away. Do Not Miss O....More details
MLS®#:W4280882 Status:Sale Pending Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Welcome To The Prestigious Nxt Buildings!!! Oversized 1 Bedroom Unit Offers Beautiful Sunset Views And Afternoon Sunshine. Brand New Flooring Throughout. Amenities Galore: Indoor/Outdoor Pool, Gym, Sauna, Party Room, Cinema, Tennis Court. Location Can't Be Beat: Minutes From Ttc, Go Train, Highways, Shopping. Amazing Opportunity To Own Or For The I....More details
