The Lowdown on Cabbagetown

Your Typical Neighbour

White-collar professionals and artists intermingle with an underprivileged element (especially south of Dundas and west of Parliament i.e. outside “prime” Cabbagetown) in this eclectic neighbourhood.

What We

Local cafes, pubs and shops are frequented by the local Cabbagetown community and supported well by a loyal local clientele. (For a taste, stop by the House on Parliament pub for a pint.) This keeps the easy vibe of the local independent business alive here!

What We Don't

You’re likely to get asked for change on your walk to transit.

Property Statistics in Cabbagetown

All Properties - Statistics

Q4 2023

$865,705.00

Average Price

89

New Listings

39

Properties Sold

21

Average Days on Market

98%

% of Asking Price

Detached Houses - Statistics

Q4 2023

n/a

Average Price

4

New Listings

0

Properties Sold

n/a

Average Days on Market

n/a

% of Asking Price

semi-detached - Statistics

Q4 2023

$1,775,000.00

Average Price

14

New Listings

6

Properties Sold

14

Average Days on Market

99%

% of Asking Price

Condos - Statistics

Q4 2023

$585,000.00

Average Price

42

New Listings

23

Properties Sold

22

Average Days on Market

98%

% of Asking Price

Source: TREB Statistics

Real estate development in Cabbagetown continues at an unprecedented rate. New condo towers continue to be built and the flavour of the neighbourhood reflects this. The new Aquatic Centre offers family fun for everyone. Homeowners in this area more often than not tend to be professionals with an artistic flair. Alongside the artists, musicians writers and journalists, the proximity to the financial core leaves the white-collar crowds appreciating both the short commute and the impressive curb appeal of the neighbourhood. The unique history of the area means that, unlike most neighbourhoods in the city, the vast majority of the homes here have remained original (built between about 1860 and 1895), making for charmingly homogenous historical streetscapes. Note that row houses are the norm in Cabbagetown, meaning even deep and tall houses can be quite narrow!

The pride exuded in Cabbagetown is evidenced in the creation of the Cabbagetown Preservation Association. Born in 1989, its mandate is to ‘preserve the architectural integrity and historic character of Cabbagetown’. While some may be put off at the idea of a governing body having a say in what you hope to do with your home, there is no question that this is partly responsible for the lingering majestic feel that graces some of the streets here.

Fully updated homes here frequently offer designer-inspired cachet, and while they frequently sell well into the seven-figure price range, more attainable options do occasionally show themselves for the adventurous and spirited renovator!

Area: 8km

Population: 43,365

Demographics

Kids: 6%

Youth: 11%

Seniors: 7%

Visible Minority: 36.8%

Average Family Income: $110,684

Education

Lower Education: 16.1%

Higher Education: 28.8%

Home Ownership

Owned Homes: 51%

Tenanted Homes: 49%

Cabbagetown is ranked the 10th most walkable neighbourhood in Toronto and has a walkscore of 90. There are also numerous bus and streetcar options to provide a connection to the subway. Motorists are only a few blocks from the DVP.

About Cabbagetown

In 1983 the Globe and Mail once wrote, “Cabbagetown is probably the epitome of successful labelling. The core of the area—generally defined as being bounded by Parliament, Wellesley and Dundas Streets and the Don Valley, was once Toronto’s skid row. Today, years later after the area was invaded by young professionals, speculators and real estate agents, there are still a few derelicts around… The houses, meanwhile, sell for in the million(s).” Oh, how the times have changed. From ‘skid-row’, cabbage gardens, and shared housing, to one of Toronto’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. Cabbagetown is an area of Toronto that has seen it all – and offers it all.

Thanks to its early Irish settlers, Cabbagetown homes are beautifully-constructed, Victorian-style, brick row houses and stately historical-status homes. Visitors to a Cabbagetown home are left charmed by fine wood-carved bannisters, colourful stained-glass windows, painted wood front porches, and beautiful high ceilings.

This is an area of Toronto that takes pride in its rich history and abundant diversity. In fact, in warmer months droves of visitors take part in Cabbagetown Walking tours – that showcase the various architectural marvels of the area and educate about famous Cabbagetown-dwellers throughout history.

Cabbagetown is the neighbourhood for you if you love the feeling of living in a village, without losing the amenities of being centrally located in Toronto’s downtown core. It even offers a slice of country-living at Riverdale Farm – accessorized with real-life piglets, horses, chickens, roosters, and cows. Here, you will find children and parents trying to ‘talk’ to animals, chomping on freshly baked oatmeal cookies and sipping on warm coffee from the local Riverdale Farm gift shop.

On sleepy Sundays, content “Cabbagetowners” stroll their way through the farm towards the local park, to play catch at the local baseball diamond, take the dog off the leash for a run (dog party!!!) or join in on a fitness boot camp. A quick march over the bridge of Riverdale park and you’re warmly greeted (yet again) by fancy espresso bars, tree-covered residential streets, and the extremely noteworthy skyline views atop Riverdale park’s running-track-rooted hillside.

It’s important to note that Cabbagetown might not be the right place for you if you’re not comfortable with a little rock-and-roll, or a little ‘edge’. Although this is a neighbourhood that plays host to some of Toronto’s most influential, highest income-earners, and multimillion-dollar homes – it is still residence to a half-way house and an assorted collection of interesting characters. But then again, this is also a part of its charm! I guess you will have to judge for yourself…


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