Casa Loma Toronto Real Estate and Homes for Sale

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Casa Loma is one of the most exclusive and desirable real estate markets in Toronto. Centrally located, the neighbourhood is tucked away into an enclave of South Hill and has been quaintly named after one of Toronto’s most famous historical landmark, which is in the vicinity itself – Casa Loma.

•   AgeOld
•   Area Urban
•   AmenitiesGalleria SC
•   Commute14 mins DT
•   IncomeUpscale

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Casa Loma Real Estate Overview

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Beautifully designed, the community features luxurious, fairy tale homes, rolling hills, tree-lined pathways, bountiful natural landscapes that provide scenic views of the city, and the Nordheimer Ravine which features a pretty creek that meanders its way through lush greenery.

With both the Financial and the Entertainment Districts nearby, residents enjoy great connectivity to just about everything. Flanked by Bathurst Street and Avenue Road on the west and east respectively, St. Clair Avenue West and the CP railway line border the community on the north and south. And there are plenty of transit options throughout the vicinity. While bus and streetcars ply the area, two subway lines provide residents with easy access to the city and neighbouring communities.

Casa Loma is home to an array of natural and modern amenities right at its threshold, including many restaurants, parks, and excellent schools. From several "Children at Play" signs to neat public displays, it's evident that residents in this pedestrian-friendly community, genuinely care about their peaceful suburb.

Who Lives In Casa Loma Real Estate

Casa Loma primarily comprises a wealthy and tight-knit community and is a haven for well-to-do families, empty nesters, working professionals, and seniors. Singles constitute about 48% of the residents and couples and families make up the remaining 33% and 19% respectively.

Furthermore, about 51% of the population is in the age group 20 to 54 years, and people over 65 years comprise about 20% of the demographic. While about 32% of the population has an average income of $50,000 to $150,000, 42% of the residents earn over $220,000 per year. Undoubtedly, the gorgeous Casa Loma homes for sale are a testament to the high standards of living enjoyed by residents in this upscale community.

Casa Loma Homes Are Perfect For

For uber-rich families and couples with or without kids, Casa Loma is unquestionably one of the best havens in Toronto. Situated only 9 minutes away from the city, Casa Loma is also the ideal solution for working professionals who want to be close enough to the city centre to commute but at the same time away from the throbbing hub of urbanization.

Life and Style, Amenities And Things To Do In Casa Loma

From gourmet food and specialty stores to upmarket boutiques and professionals services, Spadina Road, which is north of St.Clair, features a plethora of amenities and shopping. Plus, there is a commercial strip along Avenue Road and Forest Hill Village as well.

Of course, for the best shopping, residents head on over to the bustling Toronto city centre, which is only 4.5 km away. Casa Loma also features some of Toronto's finest restaurants from the award-winning Scaramouche, just off Avenue Road, to Dos Amigos on Bathurst. There isn't a shortage of dining options in the vicinity. And for theatre enthusiasts, the Tarragon Theatre which is one of the city’s most popular live theatres, is an easy 5-minute drive away.

The Sir Winston Churchill Park nestled in South Hill is an outdoor enthusiasts haven. An amalgamation of three smaller parks, this expansive green space includes multiple playgrounds, playing fields, tennis courts and a track that accommodates frisbee players and joggers to dog walkers and bird watchers, the park provides an abundance of recreational space.

Another local favourite is the Nordheimer Ravine. With its old maple and oak trees, picturesque paths and picnic spots, this oasis make for a fun back-to-nature adventure right within the confines of the city.

Constructed in the early 20th century, the gorgeous castle - Casa Loma is a prominent tourist attraction. Built-in 1914, it was later converted to a museum and has since become a bustling hotbed of activity with a lot of international and local traffic walking through its doors every year. This historical site is one of the main reasons that real estate in the neighbourhood blossomed. Featuring guided tours around the grounds and stables, Casa Loma hosts fun programs catered to kids of different ages.

When it comes to schooling, there is an array of well-reputed educational institutions in the area. While Hillcrest Community School and Brown Junior Public School both offer Kindergarten to K6 programs. For those parents interested in a Catholic education system, the Holy Rosary Elementary Catholic School provides a comprehensive learning environment. Also, the private schools include Waldorf Private Academy, The Bishop Strachan School, Arrowsmith Private, and The Mabin Private School. So parents and kids have great schooling options both in and around the neighbourhood.

Casa Loma Real Estate Market

Big, bold and beautiful, many of the homes for sale in Casa Loma were constructed in the early 1900s, so they have an old-world charm and character that is unique.

Real estate in Casa Loma primarily constitutes Edwardian, Tudor, Georgian and pretty English Cottage style dwellings. Many of these exquisite mansions are brick structures, with ivy trailing on the frontages and massive back yards. Whiles residences on the southern swath of Lyndhurst Court boast gorgeous views of Lake Ontario and the city’s glittering skyline, the more affordable home options are positioned north of St. Clair and in closer proximity to Avenue Road.

Though single-family residences make up much of the real estate, there is also a mix of trendy condominiums, duplex and triplex homes, affluent townhouses, and apartment buildings for sale in the area as well. But since there a just a few residential units available for lease, not all renters are fortunate to secure a place here.

The rents are almost the same compared to lofts and lake view homes in the heart of the city. This goes to speak to the exclusivity of this prime residential real estate, the amount of space and privacy afforded in Casa Loma is so much better.

Average rentals for studios to 3 bedroom units range anywhere from $1,100 to $2,700. Much like the rentals, there aren’t many homes for sale in the community either. For those that do go on the market; eventually, they are grabbed up very quickly, so real estate in the area is highly competitive and can sometimes be a long-drawn-out process.

Casa Loma is unquestionably one of the most affluent, pristine and fairytale-like homeowner havens in Toronto. With such proximity to the heart of the city but at the same time providing its residents with a peaceful and quiet sanctuary, festooned with ravines, parks, gorgeous homes and tree-lined avenues, this residential area is hard to beat.

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