187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto, ON M6S 2X4
High Park-Swansea, Toronto · Near Ellis Avenue & Queensway · View map
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.
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 2500-3000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Basement bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 9
- Basement
- Partially Finished, Separate Entrance
- Lot size
- 70 x 512.5 ft
- Faces
- East
- Approximate age
- 100+ years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Stone, Brick
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Attached
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 4
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $17,812/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- 60-89 days
- Cross street
- Ellis Avenue & Queensway
- Neighbourhood
- High Park-Swansea
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$1,633 (at 2,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- W13775034
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187 Ellis Avenue, Toronto, ON M6S 2X4
High Park-Swansea, Toronto · Near Ellis Avenue & Queensway
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Listing history for 187 Ellis Avenue
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Frequently asked questions about 187 Ellis Avenue
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 187 Ellis Avenue listed for, and what would it cost each month?
187 Ellis Avenue is listed for $4,490,000. With 20% down ($898,000), the mortgage payment would be roughly $18,111 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $19,596 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 187 Ellis Avenue freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
187 Ellis Avenue is a 2-storey detached home in High Park-Swansea, Toronto. Ownership is freehold: you own the home and the lot. There is no monthly condo fee, so the roof, windows, driveway, snow and lawn are yours to look after.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 187 Ellis Avenue have?
187 Ellis Avenue has 4 bedrooms, plus 1 more bedroom in the basement, and 4 bathrooms.
Does 187 Ellis Avenue have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as attached, with room for 2 cars. The driveway adds 2 spaces. In total the listing counts 4 parking spaces.
Does 187 Ellis Avenue have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as partially finished, separate entrance. It counts 1 bedroom on that level. Finished basement space is usually not counted in the square footage shown. A listing description is not proof of a legal second unit, so confirm zoning and permits with the municipality before counting on rental income.
What style of home is 187 Ellis Avenue?
187 Ellis Avenue is a 2-storey detached home. A 2-storey detached house has its living space on the main floor and the bedrooms upstairs, on its own lot with no shared walls.
How big is 187 Ellis Avenue, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 2,500 and 3,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 70 x 512.5 ft.
How is 187 Ellis Avenue heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 187 Ellis Avenue?
Property taxes are $17,812 a year (2025), or about $1,484 a month.
Where is 187 Ellis Avenue?
187 Ellis Avenue is in the High Park-Swansea community of Toronto. The nearest main intersection is Ellis Avenue & Queensway. The postal code is M6S 2X4.
Is 187 Ellis Avenue still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® W13775034). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 187 Ellis Avenue asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 40 Donino Avenue at $4,190,000 (4+1 bed), 25 Beaucourt Road at $4,095,000 (4+1 bed) and 14 Denewood Crescent at $5,195,000 (4 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 187 Ellis Avenue sold for?
Recent sales, leases and expired listings for this home and others at the same address are in the Sold history tab, with the price and date of each. It is free for members.
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*Estimated monthly cost assumes 20% down, a 4.5% rate and a 30-year amortization, plus property tax. For illustration only.