187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto, ON M6S 2X4
Toronto W01, ON, M6S 2X4 · High Park-Swansea
About this property
A spectacular and seldom-offered ravine property, 187 Ellis Avenue presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own one of Toronto's most coveted and private parcels of land. Located on the shores of Grenadier Pond with sweeping views of High Park's ancient canopy, this extraordinary property offers the rare sensation of a wooded countryside retreat - mere minutes from the very heart of the city.The exceptional lot spans 70 feet in width and an impressive 512.5 feet in depth, encompassing 0.82 acres of lush ravine land. Whether envisioned as the site of a masterfully designed bespoke residence or a lovingly restored character home, the potential here is unparalleled.The existing home unfolds across three levels totalling 4,215 square feet, offering four generously proportioned bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. A two-car garage with attached workshop adds exceptional utility, complemented by two additional driveway spaces. The ravine setting ensures a degree of seclusion rarely achieved on a Toronto residential lot, with mature trees providing a natural privacy screen.Situated in the prestigious Swansea neighbourhood, this address places residents within walking distance of the Bloor West Village's celebrated shops and restaurants and top-rated schools including Swansea PS and Humberside Collegiate. Convenient access to the Gardiner and Bloor subway line ensures effortless connectivity to downtown, the airport and beyond. Renovate to your exacting standards or build the residence you have always envisioned. Properties of this magnitude, in this location, simply do not come to market. 187 Ellis Avenue is not merely a listing - it is a legacy.
Features & Amenities
- Basement: Partially Finished, Separate Entrance
- Garage: Attached
- Cooling: Central Air
- Heat Type: Forced Air
- Heat Source: Gas
- Style: 2-Storey
- Construction: Stone, Brick
- Sewer: Sewer
Property Details
| Property Type | Residential Freehold |
|---|---|
| Property Sub-Type | Detached |
| Architectural Style | 2-Storey |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Basement | Partially Finished, Separate Entrance |
| Garage | Attached |
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Heat Type | Forced Air |
| Heat Source | Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Sewer | Sewer |
| Annual Tax | $17,812 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
Interior Features
- Interior Features
- None
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Fireplace Features
- Natural Gas, Other
Exterior Features
- Pool Features
- None
Building & Construction
- Architectural Style
- 2-Storey
- Construction Materials
- Stone, Brick
- Foundation Details
- Concrete Block
- Roof
- Metal
- Basement
- Partially Finished, Separate Entrance
- Approximate Age
- 100+
Heating & Cooling
- Heat Type
- Forced Air
- Heat Source
- Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking & Garage
- Garage Type
- Attached
- Garage
- Yes
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking Total
- 4.00
- Covered Spaces
- 2
Lot & Land
- Lot Size Units
- Feet
- Lot Depth
- 512.50
- Lot Width
- 70.00
Financial & Tax
- Tax Annual Amount
- $17,812
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Possession Type
- 60-89 days
Utilities & Services
- Sewer
- Sewer
Room Details
- Rooms Above Grade
- 9
- Kitchens Above Grade
- 1
- Kitchens Total
- 1
- Bedrooms Above Grade
- 4
- Bedrooms Below Grade
- 1
Additional Details
- Occupant Type
- Owner
- Direction Faces
- East
- County Or Parish
- Toronto
- Cross Street
- Ellis Avenue & Queensway
- Directions
- West on Queensway, North on Ellis
- Special Designation
- Unknown
- Showing Requirements
- Lockbox
Location
187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto, ON M6S 2X4, Toronto W01, ON, M6S 2X4