East York Real Estate

Homes For Sale In East York

East York sits northeast of Toronto’s centre with a population of around 118K. If you’re looking for homes for sale in Toronto, East York is a great place to live for those wanting a close-knit community within close proximity to downtown Toronto. Since you are looking at homes for sale in East York, continue reading to see if this is the right neighbourhood for you.


New Listing - 4 days on Site
$1,499,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
beds
3
baths
785 SAMMON AVE
Toronto, ON M4C2E5
Listing courtesy of ROYAL LEPAGE ESTATE REALTY
New Listing - 2 weeks on Site
$2,495,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
5
baths
472 PLAINS RD
Toronto, ON M4C2Y4
Listing courtesy of WEISS REALTY LTD.
$2,349,900
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
5
beds
4
baths
33 NORLONG BLVD
Toronto, ON M4C3W8
Listing courtesy of SUTTON GROUP-HERITAGE REALTY INC.
New Listing - 2 weeks on Site
$2,588,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
5
beds
5
baths
29 MACHOCKIE RD
Toronto, ON M4C3M5
Listing courtesy of RIGHT AT HOME REALTY
$100,000
Active Listing
Business Opportunity For Sale
1,300
sqft
1021 COXWELL AVE
Toronto, ON M4C3G4
Listing courtesy of HOMELIFE GALAXY REAL ESTATE LTD.
New Listing - 2 weeks on Site
$299,000
Active Listing
Business Opportunity For Sale
1043 COXWELL AVE
Toronto, ON M4C3G4
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX EXCEL REALTY LTD.
New Listing - a week on Site
$1,088,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
2
baths
55 NORTHRIDGE AVE
Toronto, ON M4J4P4
Listing courtesy of IPRO REALTY LTD.
New Listing - 3 weeks on Site
$979,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
15 DERWYN RD
Toronto, ON M4J4M7
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX HALLMARK CORBO & KELOS GROUP REALTY LTD.
$65,000
Active Listing
Business Opportunity For Sale
1,525
sqft
2134 DANFORTH AVE
Toronto, ON M4C1J9
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX ROYAL PROPERTIES REALTY
New Listing - 4 days on Site
$2,145,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
4
baths
66 NORTHRIDGE AVE
Toronto, ON M4J4P3
Listing courtesy of ROYAL LEPAGE VISION REALTY
New Listing - 5 days on Site
$2,349,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
4
baths
65 DERWYN RD
Toronto, ON M4J4N1
Listing courtesy of ROYAL LEPAGE SIGNATURE REALTY
$2,349,998
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
5
beds
4
baths
11 NORTHBROOK RD
Toronto, ON M4J4E9
Listing courtesy of THE AGENCY
New Listing - 3 days on Site
$2,499,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
6
beds
6
baths
49 FOUR OAKS GATE
Toronto, ON M4J2X3
Listing courtesy of ROYAL LEPAGE TERREQUITY REALTY
New Listing - 3 weeks on Site
$1,290,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
2
baths
1112 GREENWOOD AVE
Toronto, ON M4J4E6
Listing courtesy of ROYAL LEPAGE NEW CONCEPT
New Listing - 2 weeks on Site
$999,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
2
baths
383 O'CONNOR DR
Toronto, ON M4J2V9
Listing courtesy of FOREST HILL REAL ESTATE INC.
$2,399,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
5
baths
376 O'CONNOR DR
Toronto, ON M4J2V7
Listing courtesy of ROYAL LEPAGE SIGNATURE REALTY
New Listing - 5 days on Site
$899,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
3
beds
2
baths
359 O'CONNOR DR
Toronto, ON M4J2V6
Listing courtesy of IPRO REALTY LTD.
$2,885,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
4
baths
67 LESMOUNT AVE
Toronto, ON M4J3V7
Listing courtesy of FOREST HILL REAL ESTATE INC.
New Listing - a week on Site
$1,489,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
4
beds
4
baths
272 TORRENS AVE
Toronto, ON M4J2P5
Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ADVANTAGE REALTY
$2,499,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
6
beds
4
baths
12 DAVIES CRES
Toronto, ON M4J2X5
Listing courtesy of SLAVENS & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE INC.
New Listing - a week on Site
$979,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
2
beds
1
bath
190 WOODVILLE AVE
Toronto, ON M4J2R6
Listing courtesy of OUR NEIGHBOURHOOD REALTY INC.
New Listing - 5 days on Site
$2,599,999
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
5
beds
5
baths
194 TORRENS AVE
Toronto, ON M4J2P5
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTRE INC.
$1,350,000
Active Listing
Single Family Home For Sale
6
beds
3
baths
547 DONLANDS AVE
Toronto, ON M4J3S4
Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 LANDMARK REALTY LTD.
$220,000
Active Listing
Business Opportunity For Sale
3,100
sqft
158 O'CONNOR DR
Toronto, ON M4J2S4
Listing courtesy of DREAM HOME REALTY INC.
$189,000
Active Listing
Business Opportunity For Sale
1,800
sqft
733 PAPE AVE
Toronto, ON M4K3S8
Listing courtesy of AIMHOME REALTY INC.

More About East York Real Estate

East York has long kept its small-town feel and an older population, but over recent years the neighbourhood has evolved into a more eclectic style and demographic. Younger homebuyers became attracted to East York’s relatively affordable home prices, yet still within close proximity to downtown Toronto (7.7km).

The exact borders of East York vary from map to map, but the neighbourhood primarily resides within the boundaries of Danforth Ave, Victoria Park Ave, and the Don Valley Pkwy, which is also southeast of the Don River.

East York Real Estate Market

Single-family homes for sale dominate the market in East York, with the oldest homes dating back to the 1890s. Most of East York’s development continued through the 1960s; however, it’s not uncommon to find new modern or contemporary homes for sale in East York. The home styles in East York vary depending on when they were built, with each street displaying its own unique characteristics from the time the homes were constructed.

You’ll find a mixture of one-and-a-half to two-storey homes for sale, as well as bungalows. Most of the homes are detached, though some are semi-detached. You’ll typically find smaller homes for sale on the north side of East York, while the bigger homes are on the south side. There are very few high-rise condos for sale in East York too.

As with most of the real estate in Toronto, East York has experienced an increased value of home prices with the median price of a home being nearly $1.2M, which is about the same as Toronto’s median home price. The real estate market in East York is hot with homes typically listed about 9 days before going under contract at around 5% over the list price.

Schools in East York, Toronto

Altogether, there are four public school boards serving the homes for sale in East York. The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) provides a secular English education, while Conseil scolaire Viamonde (CSV) provides secular French education. The other two are the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) providing an English education and Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir (CSCM) providing a French education. Schools in East York include:

  • Cosburn Middle School
  • Holy Cross Catholic School
  • École élémentaire La Mosaïque
  • Parkside Public School
  • DA Morrison Middle School
  • Secord Public School
  • Crescent Town Elementary School
  • George Webster Elementary School

Amenities in East York, Toronto

Recreation in East York

East York homes for sale are known for their nearby greenspaces due to East York’s location along the Don River. There are several parks in the area, specifically along Taylor Massey Creek which feeds into the Don River. Some of the most popular parks in East York are:

  • Dentonia Park – This park includes sports fields, a basketball court, a baseball diamond, a playground, and even a splash pad.
  • Stan Wadlow Park – This park offers a playground, a dog park, and a baseball field.
  • Taylor Creek Park – Situated along the creek, this park offers trails and picnic areas with fire pits.

Other things to do for fun in East York are the escape rooms at Looking Glass Adventures, Knife throwing at TKTO Toronto Knife throwing, and rock climbing at Toronto Climbing Academy.

Shopping and Dining in East York

Though you will find pockets of businesses throughout the East York neighbourhood, most of the commerce and big box stores like Lowe’s are situated at the southend along Danforth Ave and along Pape Ave on the west side of the community. Some of the best restaurants near East York homes for sale include:

  • The Greek Grill – Showcasing a traditional Greek menu.
  • Jawny Bakers Restaurant – Offering a diverse menu.
  • The Gingerman Restaurant – Provides homestyle cooking such as hamburgers and spaghetti.

Public Transportation in East York

East York is primarily a car-centric neighbourhood as the walk and transit scores are 74 and 78. Being as Toronto relies heavily on its public transportation, these numbers aren’t ideal. However, owners of East York homes for sale have close access to the bus station near Overlea Blvd and Thorncliffe Park Dr., where a bus will transport them to and from Toronto in about 12 minutes (one way).

Medical Access in East York

With East York’s location in Toronto, residents have access to some of the best medical care facilities in the world. Locals don’t have to travel far from their East York homes to receive medical attention as Michael Garron Hospital is centrally located within the neighbourhood.

Frequently Asked Questions About East York, Toronto

What is the postal code for East York, Toronto?

Postal codes for East York homes for sale include:

M4B | M4C | M4E | M4G | M4H | M4J | M4K

What County is East York in?

East York, Toronto, is in York County.

Where is the nearest commercial airport to East York, Toronto?

The Toronto Pearson International Airport is about 35 km or about 50 minutes from East York.

How far is Downtown Toronto from East York?

Downtown Toronto is about 8 km or about 20 to 25 minutes away from East York.

Is East York a good place to live in Toronto?

Many people find East York a good place to live with its close proximity to Downtown Toronto and the revitalization the neighbourhood has seen in recent years while home prices continue to stay on par with Toronto’s average.

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