An Exquisite Rental On The Danforth

Located in East York – which runs north from The Danforth east of Broadview to Victoria Park Avenue – has a deep connection to its history. First established in the 1920s, it was incorporated as a borough in 1967, amalgamating the former East York Township and Leaside. Today, the residents are mixed, with seniors comprising some of the original residents and – over the past 15 years – the arrival of young families drawn by the affordability and easy access to downtown Toronto. Given the extended time span over which much of the construction happened in East York, the housing stock is varied, made up mostly of two-storey detached and semi-detached homes, as well as numerous bungalows. In the 1960s through 1990s, the area has seen the arrival of mid and high-rise buildings and, more recently, an emerging trend which signal a new life cycle for this neighbourhood. Increasingly, East York is seeing the reconstruction of the original bungalows being topped up and expanded into larger single family homes, along with a movement to tear down the original obsolete small bungalows for newly constructed luxury executive custom homes. Unfortunately, this has strained the availability of rental housing stock.

A host of amenities lies just steps away on The Danforth, waiting to serve you and yours! Boutique shops, cafes, and purveyors of fresh produce dot the streets in full support of a pedestrian lifestyle. There is colour and conversation on every corner. Beyond several nearby grocers, there’s a liquor store, Shoppers Drug Mart, and, of course, the organic Carrot Common! Plus with its origins as a Greek immigrant neighbourhood, there are plenty of amazing culinary destinations with an inspiring array of offerings. We love savoring brunch at Allen’s On The Danforth or biting into perfectly cooked eggs at Mihali’s Place. And when we need a java fix? Broadview Espresso hits the spot. Auto free? There’s a Zip Car and AutoShare on Broadview just south of The Danforth, and the Chester and Pape subway stations are just steps away, offering easy public transport. Don’t miss the cute parkettes or vast green spaces like Withrow and Riverdale Parks; they offer respite, relaxation, and and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. For those with school-aged children, Eaton Avenue is equidistant between top-notch Jackman Avenue Junior Public School serving JK to Grade 6 and Wilkinson Junior Public School.

Well-loved and well-maintained, 79 Eaton is a gracious vintage 2.5 storey Edwardian home with oodles of space. Entering from Eaton Avenue, the front porch is a perfect sunny spot for lazy afternoons with its westerly exposure; the expanse of windows is ideal for watching the world wander by! Continuing inside, a large living and dining room is outfitted with hardwood flooring, a fireplace (non-operable), French doors, and large bay windows – perfect for entertaining! Just beyond, the generous kitchen with white appliances and tons of useful storage boasts a convenient two-piece washroom and a walkthrough to the family room. It also has double sliding doors that lead directly into the rear garden – an ideal spot for backyard cook-outs and dinners al fresco! How fabulous is that?

On the second floor, there are three well-sized bedrooms in addition to a four piece family washroom with tub and shower. The large master bedroom with it’s sunny bay window overlooks the front garden, the second bedroom features sliding glass doors which open to a juliette style balcony railing overlooking the back garden, and the third bedroom features generous storage! A stair case (with built-in storage and window) leads to the third floor bedroom, a charming attic atelier with it’s own little bay window! We adore!

The lower level boasts a fabulous nanny or teen suite complete with four piece bath, new kitchen, and convenient separate entrance. The large laundry/utility room with sink also features sufficient room for additional storage or a workshop area – perfect for the home handyperson!

Recently refreshed and professionally cleaned, this rental is ready for immediate occupancy! Offering outstanding value, this unique and spacious home is offered for $3250 per month + gas, hydro, cable, communications, contents insurance and landlord requests tenants share in the responsibility for yard maintenance, garbage pick-up, and snow removal; inclusive of parking for 2 cars, city water, building insurance and property taxes.

Well-maintained and well-loved, this property is a terrific opportunity for those seeking a calibre rental in an amenity-rich neighbourhood!

Want to know more? Contact James@urbaneer.com