189 Empress Avenue, Toronto, ON M2N 3T7
Willowdale East, Toronto · Near Yonge / Empress · View map
About this home
Steps to the top-ranking Hollywood P.S. & Earl Haig S.S., situated in the prestigious Willowdale East community, this exceptional 9-year-old custom-built 4+1 bedroom, 6-bathroom detached home has been meticulously maintained by its original owner. Lightly occupied with minimal cooking and use, the residence remains in near-mint, pristine condition. Thoughtfully designed with a unique and functional layout, the home showcases extensive hardwood and marble flooring, elegant wainscoting and wall paneling, custom built-ins, crown mouldings, LED pot lights, and impressive vaulted and coffered ceilings with rope lighting. Highlights include a beautifully paneled private library, a breathtaking primary suite, and a gourmet kitchen with breakfast area, high-end appliances, quality cabinetry, quartz countertops and marble backsplash. Each bedroom features its own private ensuite. Solid interior doors and 3 fireplaces further enhance the home's luxurious character. Heated floors in all bathrooms and foyer, high-end appliances, B/I speakers thru-out, professional security monitoring, water filtration, HRV ventilation system, and lawn sprinkler system provide exceptional comfort and convenience. The professionally finished walk-up basement offers a spacious recreation room, fireplace, nanny/in-law bedroom, 4-piece bathroom and optional secondary laundry area. An exceptional custom residence combining quality craftsmanship, sophisticated architectural details, luxurious finishes and a highly functional layout in one of Toronto's most desirable neighbourhoods. Don't Miss it!
The home
- Type
- 2-storey detached home
- Style
- 2-Storey
- Square footage
- 2500-3000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Basement bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 6
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 10
- Basement
- Finished with Walk-Out, Separate Entrance
- Lot size
- 46.7 x 86.1 ft
- Faces
- South
- Approximate age
- 6-15 years
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Security
- Alarm System
- Exterior
- Brick, Stone
Heating & cooling
- Heating fuel
- Gas
- Heating type
- Forced Air
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Built-In
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 2
- Total parking
- 4
- Parking features
- Private Double
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $14,863/yr
- Tax year
- 2026
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- TBA/Flexible
- Cross street
- Yonge / Empress
- Neighbourhood
- Willowdale East
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$941 (at 2,750 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- C13776226
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The home and its surroundings
- Ventilation System
- Fenced Yard
- Level
- Park
- Public Transit
- School
- Mortgage
- Property tax
- Maintenance fee
Cash needed to close
Estimates only, using Canadian semi-annual compounding, Ontario land transfer tax and Toronto municipal land transfer tax. Mortgage default insurance is added when you put down less than 20%. Your lender and lawyer will confirm exact numbers.
189 Empress Avenue, Toronto, ON M2N 3T7
Willowdale East, Toronto · Near Yonge / Empress
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Listing history for 189 Empress Avenue
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Frequently asked questions about 189 Empress Avenue
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 189 Empress Avenue listed for, and what would it cost each month?
189 Empress Avenue is listed for $2,588,000. With 20% down ($517,600), the mortgage payment would be roughly $10,439 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $11,678 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 189 Empress Avenue freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
189 Empress Avenue is a 2-storey detached home in Willowdale East, 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 189 Empress Avenue have?
189 Empress Avenue has 4 bedrooms, plus 1 more bedroom in the basement, and 6 bathrooms.
Does 189 Empress Avenue have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as built-in, with room for 2 cars. The driveway adds 2 spaces. In total the listing counts 4 parking spaces.
Does 189 Empress Avenue have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished with walk-out, 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 189 Empress Avenue?
189 Empress 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 189 Empress 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 46.7 x 86.1 ft.
How is 189 Empress Avenue heated and cooled?
Heating is forced air (gas). Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 189 Empress Avenue?
Property taxes are $14,863 a year (2026), or about $1,239 a month.
Where is 189 Empress Avenue?
189 Empress Avenue is in the Willowdale East community of Toronto. The nearest main intersection is Yonge / Empress. The postal code is M2N 3T7.
Is 189 Empress Avenue still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® C13776226). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 189 Empress Avenue asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 290 Empress Avenue at $2,800,000 (4+1 bed), 225 Olive Avenue S at $2,580,000 (4+3 bed) and 338 Mckee Avenue at $2,499,900 (4+2 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 189 Empress 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.
How do I book a showing at 189 Empress Avenue?
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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.