South Hill neighbourhood guide just published!

February 27, 2009

We are delighted to announce that we have just completed and published a full historical and living guide for South Hill neighbourhood in Toronto. There are photos and neighbourhood recommendations that you can really use. Please have a look to see if your favorite is there and leave us a comment if you feel we've missed anything out.

Although it's not as recognizable a name as Forest Hill or Rosedale, South Hill is nearly as impressive as these fancy Toronto subdivisions, and boasts some of the most magnificent homes in the city - with a slightly more accessible vibe born of its proximity to trendy, counter-culture-friendly neighbourhoods like the Annex. Bounded roughly by Spadina, the CPR railway line (just north of Dupont) and Avenue Road, its northern boundary is St. Clair West, where a stretch of glittering government buildings quickly gives way to the mid-town hub of Yonge & St. Clair. The neighbourhood sits within the expanded boundaries of Casa Loma.

South Hill house
The first homes were built here from about 1890 to 1920 to serve as residences for Toronto's elite. Scattered among the single family homes are a number of executive townhomes that have been built in the last few decades. In keeping with the neighbourhood's sensibilities, even the rental buildings are characterized by neat uniformity. Ornate work in brick and stone is the rule here...