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Bridle Path - Sunnybrook - York Mills

Average 2007 sale price:: $4,667,500
Property crime:: high
Crime against people:: low
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There are actually four different sections to this neighbourhood: Hogg’s Hollow, Lawrence Park, York Mills and the Bridle Path. The faux châteaux of the Bridle Path earn their multi-million-dollar price tags thanks to generous one- to six-acre lot sizes and an easy commute downtown. Houses on this street range from gigantic to massive, and often have backyard tennis courts and 10,000 to 20,000 square feet of living space. Past and present residents of Millionaire’s Row include the famous and infamous—Conrad Black and Prince, for example. In Lawrence Park (on the west side of Bayview), houses are still large, but the lots are smaller than the east. Hogg’s Hollow and York Mills are again upscale, but even more modest. There’s proximity to green space in Glendon Forest, Edwards Gardens and Sunnybrook Park.

HOUSING STOCK: Dwellings tend toward the large and luxurious, but these aren’t McMansions—some majestic abodes date back to the late 19th century. There are a handful of condo-townhomes on York Mills, and a sizable new development of low-rise condo buildings in the works on Bayview, across from Sunnybrook Hospital.

BARGAIN ZONES: Only in this vaunted neighbourhood would a property that sells for upwards of a million dollars be considered merely entry-level. The best area for finding such a domicile is south of York Mills and west of Bayview.

THE VERDICT: With upscale amenities—Bayview Country Club Golf Course and St. Andrew’s College, one of Toronto’s best private schools—an easy commute downtown, quiet tree-lined streets and large parks, the area has a lot to offer those who can afford the buy in. On the minus side, the luxury houses in the area have experienced years of rising prices and could possibly lose value if the real estate market slows down.

NEIGHBOURHOOD HOT SPOTS:
The Miller Tavern With its giant patio and country club feel, the upscale gastro-pub is popular with the Hogg’s Hollow crowd. For those who like to slurp their seafood, the oyster bar downstairs is a must. 3885 Yonge St., 416-322-5544.
York Mills Shopping Plaza This upscale mall truly is a foodie’s delight, with Swiss-Master Chocolatier (416-444-8802), a truffle shop; Chapman’s Essential Foods (416-444-4477), am epicurean deli; and Nortown Foods (416-447-0310), a gourmet butcher. 303 York Mills Rd.

Nearby Restaurants

The Monkey Bar & Grill

Clean lines, butternut yellow walls and warm honeyed woods give this intimate bistro a cozy, ... (1.25 km away)

Bread Bar

Riding Leaside’s wave of appreciation for Amaya, the city’s best upscale Indian restaurant, owners Hemant ... (1.25 km away)

Coppi

A loyal following—mostly mature locals—reflects the competence of the kitchen and service at this neighbourhood ... (1.25 km away)

The Abbot Pub & Fare

Regulars nestle into the charming, cozy decor of mostly wood and comfy banquettes and unwind ... (1.25 km away)

Sequel

Despite high turnover in the kitchen, this cozy Lawrence Park favourite continues to offer well-made ... (1.25 km away)

Chase Wine & Grill

Cozy and romantic, this tiny trattoria dishes up hearty Italian fare to a mature uptown ... (1.26 km away)

Trio

This Italian restaurant offers chic decor and a comfortable, laid-back atmosphere. Bring the family in ... (1.26 km away)

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Commuting

King and Bay:: 9.4 km
401 and 400:: 10.6 km
Gardiner and 427:: 18.5 km
Subways:: Lawrence Station 1.3 km; York Mills Station 1.9 km; Eglinton Station 2.9 km