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TANYA SIDOROVA
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MICHAEL INWOOD, Broker


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: info@sidorovainwood.com

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Swansea may be one of the most unique neighbourhoods in Toronto, and here’s why: it’s the only one to have its own community-run town hall, and it’s the only Toronto neighbourhood with natural boundaries consisting of a lake, river, and pond.

Residents of this secluded neighbourhood take pride in its natural beauty and historic community charm.

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Swansea QUICK STATS

3 BEDROOM DETACHED

LIST PRICE
$1,133,618
SOLD PRICE
$1,265,661
LIST TO SALE %
114%
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD
38
DAYS ON MARKET
7
MINIMUM PRICE
$850,000
MAXIMUM PRICE
$1,960,000

4 BEDROOM DETACHED

LIST PRICE
$1,679,923
SOLD PRICE
$1,724,962
LIST TO SALE %
103%
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD
13
DAYS ON MARKET
13
MINIMUM PRICE
$950,000
MAXIMUM PRICE
$3,250,000

ALL SEMI

LIST PRICE
$789,113
SOLD PRICE
$944,544
LIST TO SALE %
118%
NUMBER OF HOMES SOLD
14
DAYS ON MARKET
7
MINIMUM PRICE
$545,000
MAXIMUM PRICE
$1,256,000

The History

Swansea became a village in 1926, and was considered a completely separate municipality from the city of Toronto. The town’s official seal celebrates its origins, and includes a First Nations member in recognition of the First Nations people who first inhabited the Swansea area hundreds of years ago. It also features explorer Etienne Brule, the first European to arrive in what is now Swansea in 1615. The neighbourhood’s name was inspired by Swansea, Wales, for its similar landscape of soft hills and lush greenery. In 1967, Swansea was one of the last municipalities – along with Forest Hill – to be amalgamated into Toronto.

The Real Estate

The Swansea neighbourhood has a balanced mixture of residential styles laid out on mature streets. Most homes in this area were built between 1905 and 1935, giving each one distinct character and charm. Most high-end homes are located at the edge of High Park near Grenadier Pond, or in the Brule Gardens pocket. A mix of rental apartment buildings, semi-detached houses, bungalows, and original worker’s cottages from the 1880’s offer a variety of styles to suit your preference.

The Communities

Swansea is the perfect neighbourhood for those with active, outdoorsy lifestyles. Lake Ontario, the Humber River and Grenadier Pond surround the community, giving ample space to enjoy nature. A short distance away is High Park, where you can check out the small zoo, playgrounds, trails, and picnic areas. The popular Rennie Park offers even more reasons to get outside, with four tennis courts, an artificial ice rink, wading pool, soccer field, and baseball diamond. You can easily head down to Lakeshore for great biking, rollerblading, and running trails, or check out Swansea Community Recreation Centre, part of Swansea Public School, which has a gym and a pool. There’s also Swansea Memorial Public Library, the smallest Toronto branch, which has a focus on children’s and senior’s material.

The Amenities

Swansea is heavily influenced by Bloor West Village and High Park, which are the closest neighbourhoods with convenient shopping and dining options. Bloor West Village offers unique European bakeries and delis to enjoy, with a mixture of independent shops, chain stores and services along the strip.

Swansea is a popular commuter neighbourhood with easy access to highways and public transit. Motorists are only minutes away from the Gardiner Expressway and Lake Shore Boulevard, and most houses in the neighbourhood are within walking distance of Runnymede Station and Jane Station, or the bus routes on Windermere and Morningside Avenues.

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TANYA SIDOROVA
Sales Representative
MICHAEL INWOOD
Broker

: info@sidorovainwood.com
: 416-236-1241

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