287 RUSSELL HILL Road, Toronto, ON M4V 2T5
Casa Loma, Toronto · Near ST CLAIR / SPADINA · View map
About this home
A Rare Forest Hill Landmark - Rich in History, Character & Possibility Set on an exceptional 75 x 175 ft lot in prestigious Forest Hill, this distinctive pink stone residence, built in 1913, is a rare offering of architectural character, scale and privacy. Originally a private residence, it later served as Cantab College, a boys' school during the Depression, before being acquired by the current owners in 1985 and lovingly restored from the ground up.The home offers an elegant balance of period character and modern family living. A welcoming vestibule opens to a gracious central hall, leading to a library, formal dining room with fireplace and expansive living room with bay window and fireplace. The heart of the home is an integrated kitchen, eating and family living area with a dramatic two-way fireplace, opening directly to the large patio, landscaped gardens and private swimming pool.The upper levels provide generous bedroom accommodation, including a principal bedroom with fireplace and ensuite, additional ensuite bedrooms and a substantial third-floor bedroom/sitting room with three-piece ensuite and cedar closet.The lower level features approximately seven-foot ceilings and exceptional flexibility, with a gym, private movie theatre with fireplace, bathroom, rooms historically used for live-in help, wine cellar and extensive storage. The space can readily accommodate offices, hobbies, wellness or additional living areas.A detached two-car garage and pool cabana with washroom complete the property. Minutes from Upper Canada College and B.S.S., with Forest Hill's renowned schools, parks and amenities nearby.A truly special residence offering history, character, privacy, exceptional outdoor living and the rare potential of a 75 x 175 ft lot.
The home
- Type
- 3-storey detached home
- Style
- 3-Storey
- Square footage
- 3500-5000 sq ft
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Basement bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 7
- Kitchens
- 1
- Rooms
- 10
- Basement
- Finished with Walk-Out
- Lot size
- 75 x 175 ft
- Faces
- East
Ownership & fees
- Ownership
- Freehold
- Monthly condo fee
- None
- Exterior
- Stone
Heating & cooling
- Heating type
- Radiant
- Air conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace
- Yes
Garage & parking
- Garage
- Detached
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Driveway spaces
- 5
- Total parking
- 7
Taxes & other
- Property taxes
- $27,760/yr
- Tax year
- 2025
- Occupancy
- Owner
- Possession
- TBA
- Cross street
- ST CLAIR / SPADINA
- Neighbourhood
- Casa Loma
More
- Price per sq ft
- ~$2,233 (at 4,250 sq ft)
- MLS® number
- C13685530
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The home and its surroundings
- Auto Garage Door Remote
- Bar Fridge
- Built-In Oven
- Generator - Full
- In-Law Suite
- 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.
287 RUSSELL HILL Road, Toronto, ON M4V 2T5
Casa Loma, Toronto · Near ST CLAIR / SPADINA
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Listing history for 287 RUSSELL HILL Road
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Frequently asked questions about 287 RUSSELL HILL Road
Answers come straight from this home’s MLS® listing.
How much is 287 RUSSELL HILL Road listed for, and what would it cost each month?
287 RUSSELL HILL Road is listed for $9,488,888. With 20% down ($1,897,778), the mortgage payment would be roughly $38,276 a month at 4.5% over 30 years. Add property tax and the estimate comes to about $40,589 a month, all in. That figure is an illustration, not a quote.
Is 287 RUSSELL HILL Road freehold or a condo, and is there a monthly fee?
287 RUSSELL HILL Road is a 3-storey detached home in Casa Loma, 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 287 RUSSELL HILL Road have?
287 RUSSELL HILL Road has 4 bedrooms, plus 2 more bedrooms in the basement, and 7 bathrooms.
Does 287 RUSSELL HILL Road have a garage and parking?
Yes. The listing shows the garage as detached, with room for 2 cars. The driveway adds 5 spaces. In total the listing counts 7 parking spaces.
Does 287 RUSSELL HILL Road have a finished basement?
The listing describes the basement as finished with walk-out. It counts 2 bedrooms 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 287 RUSSELL HILL Road?
287 RUSSELL HILL Road is a 3-storey detached home. A 3-storey detached house spreads its rooms over three floors, often on a narrower city lot.
Does 287 RUSSELL HILL Road have a pool?
Yes. The listing shows inground for the pool. Ask about its age, liner and equipment before you offer, since those are the costly parts to replace.
How big is 287 RUSSELL HILL Road, and what is the lot size?
The listing puts the home between 3,500 and 5,000 sq ft. The board reports a range rather than an exact figure, and it usually leaves out the basement. The lot is listed as 75 x 175 ft.
How is 287 RUSSELL HILL Road heated and cooled?
Heating is radiant. Cooling is central air.
What are the property taxes for 287 RUSSELL HILL Road?
Property taxes are $27,760 a year (2025), or about $2,313 a month.
Where is 287 RUSSELL HILL Road?
287 RUSSELL HILL Road is in the Casa Loma community of Toronto. The nearest main intersection is ST CLAIR / SPADINA. The postal code is M4V 2T5.
Is 287 RUSSELL HILL Road still for sale?
Yes. It is an active listing (MLS® C13685530). Listings here update from the board through the day and come down once a home sells.
What are similar detached homes near 287 RUSSELL HILL Road asking?
Similar detached homes for sale nearby right now include 428 Russell Hill Road at $6,688,000 (5 bed), 128 Lyndhurst Avenue at $8,995,000 (6 bed) and 215 Dunvegan Road at $9,995,000 (5+1 bed). These are asking prices, not sold prices. The Sold history tab shows what homes at this address went for.
What have homes at 287 RUSSELL HILL Road 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 287 RUSSELL HILL Road?
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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.