187 Ellis Avenue

High Park-Swansea, Toronto, Ontario M6S 2X4

Overview

At a glance

Days on market45 days
ListedSep 11, 2026
UpdatedSep 11, 2026
Building age100+ years
Size2500-3000 sq ft
Lot70 x 512.5 Feet
Property taxes$17,812 (2025)
Parking4 spaces
BasementPartially Finished, Separate Entrance
MLS® numberW13775034
Data sourcePropTx MLS® System
Listing brokerageBABIAK TEAM REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE LTD.

About this home

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.

Details

Property

Style
2-Storey
Building age
100+
Fronting on
East
Cross street
Ellis Avenue & Queensway
Community
High Park-Swansea
Municipality
Toronto W01

Inside

Bedrooms above grade
4
Bedrooms below grade
1
Bathrooms
4
Kitchens
1
Basement
Partially Finished, Separate Entrance
Family room
Yes
Fireplace
Natural Gas, Other
Interior features
None

Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Heating fuel
Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Sewer
Sewer

Building

Construction
Stone, Brick
Foundation
Poured Concrete
Roof
Metal
Pool
None

Parking

Garage
Attached
Parking spaces
2
Total parking
4

Land

Frontage
70
Depth
512.5
Lot size units
Feet
Waterfront
No
Rooms (9)
RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Living RoomMain6.55 x 3.96Fireplace, Large Window, Stained Glass
Dining RoomMain4.47 x 3.51Crown Moulding, Large Window, Wall Sconce Lighting
KitchenMain3.2 x 2.74Combined w/Br, Double Sink, B/I Oven
BreakfastMain3.2 x 2.44Combined w/Kitchen, Large Window, Walk-Out
Family RoomMain7.32 x 3.2Fireplace, Bay Window
Bedroom 4Main3.96 x 3.28Large Window, Closet
BedroomSecond4.22 x 4.143 Pc Ensuite, Balcony, Large Window
Bedroom 2Second4.88 x 3.05Large Window, Closet
Bedroom 3Second4.17 x 2.95Large Window, Closet
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Backs onto woodsOn a busier streetBackyard faces east

  • Elementary schoolSwansea Junior and Senior Public Schoolabout 6 min walk
  • High schoolThe Student Schoolabout 22 min walk
  • ParkRennie Parkabout 1 min walk
  • Playground about 4 min walk
  • TrailWindermere to Ellis Trailabout 1 min walk
  • River or lakeGrenadier Pondabout 2 min walk
  • Grocery storeNo Frillsabout 14 min walk
  • DowntownTorontoabout 7.1 km
  • LibraryToronto Public Library - Swansea Memorialabout 11 min walk
  • Rec centre or arenaRennie Park Skating (Artificial Ice)about 3 min walk
  • Golf courseParamount Golfabout 3.7 km
  • HospitalSt. Joseph's Health Centreabout 24 min walk
  • Highway on-rampExit 146about 12 min walk
  • GO or train stationBloorabout 33 min walk

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