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
MLS®#:W4729622 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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600-699 Sq Ft
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MLS®#:W4666586 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
Excellent Opportunity To Own A Well Established Award-Winning Registered Massage Therapy In The Heart Of High Park's Bloor-West Village! 17 Years Of Business With A Strong Client Base & Returning Customers. 824 Sqft 2nd Floor Office With 3 Comfortably Designed Treatment Rooms. A Well Managed & Always Busy Business With A Strong Predictable Cash Flo....More details
MLS®#:W4725233 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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A Great Opportunity On An Prime Swansea Neighbourhood! This Charming Semi-Detached Home Offers 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths, Open Concept Main W/Maple Hardwood Floors & Custom Gourmet Kitchen, Gleaming Granite, & High End S/S Appliances, Finished Basement & Enclosed/Sunny Front Porch, Deep 115' Lot Features Deck & Backyard W/ Lawn Space & A Rear Detach....More details
MLS®#:W4714866 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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700-799 Sq Ft
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MLS®#:W4731291 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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700-799 Sq Ft
A Truly Spectacular Two Bedroom West Facing Suite With Large Balcony And Gorgeous Lake Views Located In The Lovely Community Of Swansea. A True Beauty With 774 Sq Feet Of Living Space And An Abundance Of Natural Light. This Unit Offers An Open Concept Kitchen/Dining/Living Space, Sliding Glass Doors To The Private Balcony, Floor To-Ceiling Windows ....More details
MLS®#:W4723951 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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600-699 Sq Ft
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MLS®#:W4724104 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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500-599 Sq Ft
The Perfect One Bedroom Condo With A Functional Open Concept Kitchen And Living Area, A Large Bedroom And Parking! With Stunning Views Of High Park, Grenadier Pond And Breathtaking Sunsets. Tons Of Natural Light With Floor To Ceiling Windows And High 9 Ft Ceilings. Great Amenities; Guest Suites, Gym, Indoor Pool, Party Room, Sauna And Ample Visitor....More details
MLS®#:W4732710 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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3000-3500 Sq Ft
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MLS®#:W4705033 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Max\'s Market, The Jewel Of Bloor West Village! An Exciting Opportunity To Take The Reins And Grow This Successful Business. Fully Equipped And Turn-Key. Catering Kitchen With Massive Walk-In Fridge And Freezer. Commercial Ventilation Hoods, Transferrable Liquor License. New Lease At $50Psf Net.?
MLS®#:W4624809 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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MLS®#:W4716205 Status:Sale Pending Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Opportunity Knocks!! Overlooking Grenadier Pond & Highpark, This 2Br 2 Bath Home Is Located In The Coveted Neighbourhood Of Highpark Swansea! Close To Highpark Subway Station, Schools, And Walking Distance To Bloor West. Perfect Location With A 40X158 Lot!! Renovate To Make This Your Own, Or Build Your Dream Home. This Property Has Tons Of Potentia....More details
MLS®#:W4719806 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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2500-3000 Sq Ft
Bloor West Gem! Detached Home With 3+2 Bedrooms, 5 Full Baths, And Finished Basement. Modern Open Concept Home With High Ceilings. Hardwood Flooring Throughout Main And Second Floor. Kitchen With Large Quartz Counter,Thermador Built-In Appliances. An Entertainer's Delight To Call This Home. Family Room With Breakfast Area And Walk-Out To Deck. Oak ....More details
MLS®#:W4695215 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Builder Lot With Many Possibilities. 50\' Corner Lot, Many 25\' Frontage Custom Homes In The Area. View Of Lake Ontario From The Site, Have Drone Pics From Higher Elevations. Walk To High Park, Lake Ontario, Shops On Bloor West Village.
MLS®#:W4724191 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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2000-2500 Sq Ft
Beautiful Custom Built Det. Home In The Heart Of Desirable Swansea Area! Sophisticated Finishing And Quality Throughout! Full Of Sun! Bright & Spacious! One Of A Kind Basement With Custom Build Classic Bar. Great For Entertaining On Every Level Of The House. Kitchen O/Looking A Spacious Deck And Professionally Landscaped Private Yard. Exceptionally....More details
MLS®#:W4731926 Status:For Sale Type:Residential Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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Prime High Park! Renovated 5 Bed Home! 4 Baths, 3 Kitchens. Income Potential With 3 Sep. Entrances Or Multi-Generational Famliy Home. Unique Flexiblity. Rare Main Floor Powder Room, 2 Walk In Closets. Multiple Upgrades, Granite Counters, Ss Appliances, Wood & Laminate Flrs, Pot Lights, Windows, Lighting Fixtures, Fresh Paint, Large Deck, Shrd Drvwy....More details
MLS®#:W4666247 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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900-999 Sq Ft
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MLS®#:W4656026 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
Uniqe Opportunity For A Professional Office In The Heart Of Bloor West Village. One Of The Highest Pedestrian Traffic Areas In North America. No Food Related Businesses. Tenant Pays Commercial Taxes Plus Hydro.
MLS®#:W4667825 Status:For Sale Type:Condominium Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
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1200-1399 Sq Ft
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MLS®#:W4679941 Status:For Sale Type:Commercial Community:High Park-Swansea - Toronto
As Per Seller, Buyer To Verify: Currently A European Bakery Cafe, Can Be Changed To Serve Different Food/Drinks, Like Sushi, Bubble Tea, Shawarma Etc; Located Near Jane Subway, Right Across From Humber Cinema, And Near New Condos; There Is Kitchen Area With Commercial Oven, House Stove, And Ample Storage Area At Basement, Plus One Parking At The Ba....More details
