157 Old Forest Hill Road

Forest Hill North, Toronto, M5N 2N7

$7,900,000

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  • 4+1 bedrooms
  • 6 bathrooms
  • 6 parking
  • 3500-5000 sq ft

Listed 168 days ago · MLS® C13080540

About this home

Welcome to 157 Old Forest Hill Road, an architectural modern masterpiece situated in one of Toronto's most prestigious and historically rich neighborhoods. Set on an impressive 61-foot frontage, this high-end custom-built property stands out as a rare example of modern design, seamlessly integrated into a community long celebrated for its elegance and exclusivity. With over 6000 sq. ft. of total living space, this residence defines luxury living at its finest. The main floor is defined by soaring ceilings with skylights, radiant heated floors, and 10-foot aluminum windows that bathe the interiors in natural light. A chef-inspired kitchen showcases a marble center island and countertops, premium built-in appliances, and a fully equipped prep kitchen with Miele dishwasher ,sink, and custom cabinetry. A functional mudroom with direct garage access and walkout enhances daily convenience. The second floor presents a refined primary suite with gas fireplace, walk-in closet, skylight, and a spa-like 6-piece ensuite with heated floors. Each additional bedroom is complemented by its own 3-piece ensuite, also with electric heated floors, providing both privacy and comfort. The lower level expands the living space with high ceilings, radiant heated floors, and oversized aluminum windows. A spacious recreation room features a fireplace, wet bar, and elegant finishes. A separate exercise room and a media room with its own wet bar create dedicated areas for leisure and entertainment. two furnace rooms one in 2nd floor and one in basement and elevator access further enhance functionality. Thanks for showing!! Permit has been obtained to install swimming pool.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
2-Storey
Size
3500-5000 sq ft
Lot
61.83 × 122.5 ft
Basement
Finished with Walk-Out
Garage
Built-In
Kitchens
1
Property tax
$24,093 (2025)
Neighbourhood
Forest Hill North
Municipality
Toronto C04
Price per sq ft
~$1,859 (74% above detached houses in Forest Hill North, $1,071)

Interior

Bedrooms
4 above ground + 1 below
Bathrooms
1 × 2-piece (main), 1 × 6-piece (second), 3 × 3-piece (second), 1 × 3-piece (sub-basement)
Rooms
8 above ground + 4 below
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
Yes
Features
Auto Garage Door Remote, Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Carpet Free, Central Vacuum, Separate Hydro Meter, Sump Pump

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Air conditioning
Central Air
Water and sewer
Sewer

Building and exterior

Style
2-Storey
Exterior
Shingle, Stucco (Plaster)
Faces
North
Outdoor
Deck, Hot Tub, Landscape Lighting, Landscaped, Lawn Sprinkler System

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total parking
6
Driveway and parking
Private Double

Lot

Size
61.83 × 122.5 ft (irregular)

More

Possession
30-60 Days/Tba
Nearby
Electric Car Charger, Fenced Yard, Hospital, Park, Public Transit, School
Cross street
Old Foresthill Rd & Eglinton

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
FoyerMain3.87 × 1.82 m (12'8" × 6')Skylight, Heated Floor, B/I Closet
Living RoomMain4.96 × 3.87 m (16'3" × 12'8")Heated Floor, B/I Shelves, Large Window
Dining RoomMain4.96 × 3.65 m (16'3" × 12')Picture Window, Heated Floor, Wet Bar
KitchenMain10.97 × 5.51 m (36' × 18'1")B/I Appliances, Centre Island, Combined w/Living
KitchenMain2.74 × 1.76 m (9' × 5'9")Stainless Steel Appl, Heated Floor
Family RoomMain10.97 × 5.51 m (36' × 18'1")Gas Fireplace, Window, Heated Floor
Mud RoomMain2.95 × 1.82 m (9'8" × 6')Elevator, B/I Closet, W/O To Garage
Primary BedroomSecond5.85 × 5.18 m (19'2" × 17')Fireplace, Walk-In Closet(s), 6 Pc Ensuite
Bedroom 2Second4.6 × 3.65 m (15'1" × 12')Picture Window, B/I Closet, 3 Pc Ensuite
Bedroom 3Second3.65 × 3.65 m (12' × 12')Hardwood Floor, Window, 3 Pc Ensuite
Bedroom 4Second5.02 × 3.96 m (16'6" × 13')Hardwood Floor, Walk-In Closet(s), 3 Pc Ensuite
LaundrySecond1.52 × 1.21 m (5' × 4')Laundry Sink
RecreationBasement10.36 × 5.02 m (34' × 16'6")Heated Floor, Fireplace, Wet Bar
Bedroom 5Basement5.85 × 4.26 m (19'2" × 14')Heated Floor, LED Lighting, 3 Pc Ensuite
Exercise RoomBasement4.2 × 3.96 m (13'9" × 13')Heated Floor
Media RoomBasement5.48 × 5.48 m (18' × 18')Wet Bar, Heated Floor
LaundryBasement353 × 2.01 m (1158'2" × 6'7")Heated Floor

History of this address

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Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

  • 🚇 Forest Hill LRT3 min walk
  • 🚇 Chaplin LRT10 min walk
  • 🚆 Mount Dennis GO5.3 km

Within a 10-minute walk: 4 grocery stores, 29 cafés and restaurants, 13 parks, 6 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Nortown Foods (250 m). Nearest park: Bathurst St Slopes (50 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • North Preparatory Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 90%, math 38%
    9 min walk
  • West Preparatory Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 87%, math 57%
    10 min walk
  • Cedarvale Community School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 97%, math 69%
    13 min walk
  • Forest Hill Junior and Senior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 94%, math 90%
    18 min walk

Secondary

  • Forest Hill Collegiate Institute
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 60%, literacy test 93%
    5 min walk
  • Marshall McLuhan Catholic Secondary School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 59%, literacy test 89%
    1.4 km

EQAO: share of students meeting the provincial standard (2024–25). Ontario average: Gr 6 reading 86%, math 51%; Gr 9 math 55%; literacy test 83%.

Closest schools, not school zones. Check which school serves this address with the school board before relying on it.

Who lives here postal area M5N

Owners / renters
49% / 51%
Median household income
$110,000
Average age
42
Children under 15
17%
Homes
44% detached, 38% high-rise
Commute by transit
25%
Population
16,154

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino) 2.6%, Spanish 1.8%, Hebrew 1.1%, Mandarin 1.1%.

Flood and conservation No mapped hazard

Not inside a mapped flood plain or regulated area.

Screening maps only. Ask the conservation authority for a property inquiry before relying on this.

Safety

Major crime per resident in Forest Hill North (2025): 47% below the Toronto average, about the same from the year before.

  • Assault46% below average
  • Break and enterabout average
  • Auto theft68% below average
  • Robbery91% below average
  • Theft from vehicles62% below average
  • Shootingsnone reported

Crime Severity Index for Toronto police: 60 vs 57 for Ontario (2025).

Police-reported figures for the whole neighbourhood, not this street. Rates use the area’s resident population.

Development nearby 1 active

  • 515 CHAPLIN CRES · 250 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2012
    INACTIVE The subject property contains two 8 storey residential apartment buildings that are linked by a below grade garage. The proposal is to construct an…
    Application details
  • 2008 BATHURST ST · 300 m
    Official Plan / Zoning By-law Amendment · Closed · applied 2024
    Jan 2026 Resubmission: to include 7 rental replacement units. No built form or massing changes made to the proposal. The number of dwelling units have…
    Application details
  • 2016 BATHURST ST · 200 m
    Plan of Condominium · Closed · applied 2024
    Draft Plan of Condominium for a nine storey residential building with 25 dwelling units.
    Application details
  • 2525 BATHURST ST · 400 m
    Site Plan · Closed · applied 2022
    Site Plan Amendment Application to resolve a technical servicing issue for the previous site plan application (18-196257 NNY 16 SA). The proposal is to…
    Application details

Rezoning, site plan, subdivision and condominium applications filed with the city.

Distances are approximate. Places © OpenStreetMap contributors. Neighbourhood figures: Statistics Canada, 2021 Census. School results: EQAO via Ontario Data Catalogue (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Neighbourhood crime: Toronto Police Service Public Safety Data Portal (Open Government Licence – Toronto Police Service). Crime Severity Index: Statistics Canada. Planning applications: City of Toronto open data.

Living here

Commute

To Union Station (downtown Toronto): 7 km. Transit times · Driving times

Noise Nothing major nearby

No highway within 500 m, rail line within 300 m, or airport flight path nearby.

Distances from the map, not noise measurements. Visit at rush hour to judge for yourself.

What can be built O

Open Space.

From Toronto’s Zoning By-law 569-2013 map. Lot size, setbacks and trees decide what actually fits; check with a planner before you buy.

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Building permits

  • New Building · 2022 · Closed
    Construct a two storey dwelling, attached garage, finished basement, front porch and rear deck
  • Demolition · 2022 · Closed
    Demolish existing two storey dwelling

2 permits on this block of the street in the last 2 years, including 1 new home.

Permits filed with the City of Toronto. A permit doesn’t mean the work passed final inspection.

Trees

41 City street trees within 100 m, mostly maples. That’s about the Toronto average of 42.

Trees on City boulevards only, not private yards or parks.

Internet High-speed

50/10 Mbps or faster available here by cable, fibre or DSL (the federal high-speed target).

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Short-term rentals

Only in your principal residence (where you live). The entire home can be rented up to 180 nights a year; renting up to 3 bedrooms while you live there has no limit. Hosts register with the City and collect the 6% accommodation tax.

City rules

Zoning, heritage, building permits and street trees: City of Toronto open data (Open Government Licence – Toronto). Roads, rail, airports and planned stations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Internet: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, National Broadband Data.

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