248 Havelock Street

Dufferin Grove, Toronto, M6H 3B9

$7,850/mo

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  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 parking
  • 1500-2000 sq ft

Listed yesterday · MLS® C14093730

About this home

Fully Furnished * Short-Term Rental * 3 Bedrooms * 2 Bathrooms * Private Sauna * Garden * 2-Car Parking Pad. Discover a beautifully renovated, fully furnished Toronto family home available for short-term rental, combining contemporary design, inviting living spaces, & thoughtful amenities in a vibrant west-end neighbourhood. Ideal for professionals, families, or those seeking a comfortable home away from home. The main floor features a welcoming living room anchored by a gas fireplace & Frame TV, flowing seamlessly into the dining area & beautifully renovated kitchen. With modern finishes, generous storage, & a functional layout, the space is suited to everyday living and entertaining. The second floor offers two comfortable bedrooms, including a spacious principal bedroom with a king bed & generous closet space, alongside a second bedroom w/ a double bed. The four-piece bathroom features a private sauna & soaker tub, adding a touch of everyday luxury, while ample storage keeps everything organized. The third floor provides a private retreat w/ a guest bedroom, dedicated office space, & private deck, ideal for working remotely, enjoying a morning coffee, or unwinding at the end of the day. The finished basement extends the living space w/ a comfortable TV room, a three-piece bathroom, laundry facilities, & a dedicated gym, offering flexibility for relaxation, fitness, & extended stays. Outside, enjoy a garden setting w/decks & the convenience of a two-car parking pad. Located in one of Toronto's lively west-end neighbourhoods, the home is close to independent cafés, acclaimed restaurants, local shops,green spaces, and convenient transit. Enjoy the character and energy of an established urban community, balanced by quiet residential streets. Fully furnished & thoughtfully appointed,this exceptional short-term rental offers the space, comfort, & convenience to settle in & feel at home in Toronto.

Details

Type
Semi-Detached
Style
2 1/2 Storey
Size
1500-2000 sq ft
Lot
19.17 × 138 ft
Basement
Finished with Walk-Out
Garage
None
Kitchens
1
Neighbourhood
Dufferin Grove
Municipality
Toronto C01
Rent increase limit
Depends on when the unit was first lived in: before Nov. 15, 2018 it’s covered by Ontario’s yearly limit (2.1% in 2026); after, there’s no cap.

Interior

Bedrooms
3 above ground
Bathrooms
1 × 4-piece (second), 1 × 3-piece (basement)
Rooms
7 above ground
Family room or den
No
Fireplace
Natural Gas
Laundry
In Basement
Features
ERV/HRV, On Demand Water Heater, Primary Bedroom - Main Floor, Sauna, Sump Pump
Furnished
Unfurnished

Heating, cooling and services

Heating
Radiant, Gas
Air conditioning
Wall Unit(s)
Water and sewer
Sewer

Building and exterior

Style
2 1/2 Storey
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt Shingle, Membrane
Foundation
Stone
Faces
West
Outdoor
Deck, Landscaped, Patio, Porch, Sauna

Parking

Total parking
2
Driveway and parking
Lane

Lot

Size
19.17 × 138 ft

Rental terms

Rent includes
Grounds Maintenance, Heat, High Speed Internet, Hydro, Parking, Snow Removal, Water

More

Possession
Flexible
Nearby
Fenced Yard, Library, Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, School
Cross street
Dufferin St & Bloor St W

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Living RoomMain4.33 × 4.41 m (14'2" × 14'6")Gas Fireplace, Wood, Large Window
Dining RoomMain2.86 × 4.41 m (9'5" × 14'6")Wood, West View, Pot Lights
KitchenMain4.69 × 3.15 m (15'5" × 10'4")Overlooks Garden, Marble Counter, Wood
Primary BedroomSecond3.94 × 4.36 m (12'11" × 14'4")Bay Window, Wood, Large Closet
Bedroom 2Second3.32 × 3.2 m (10'11" × 10'6")West View, Large Window, Double Closet
Bedroom 3Third3.24 × 4.39 m (10'8" × 14'5")Wood, Large Closet, Large Window
OfficeThird4.97 × 4.39 m (16'4" × 14'5")Skylight, W/O To Deck, West View
Family RoomBasement4.28 × 4.16 m (14'1" × 13'8")Concrete Floor, Walk-Out, Glass Doors
Exercise RoomBasement2.79 × 4.16 m (9'2" × 13'8")Concrete Floor, Window, Track Lighting
LaundryBasement1.7 × 1.96 m (5'7" × 6'5")Concrete Floor, Double

History of this address

2 earlier listings at this address, with sold and leased prices. Create a free account or sign in to see them.

Location

Location is approximate. See nearby homes on the map

The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

  • 🚇 Dufferin Subway4 min walk
  • 🚇 Ossington Subway9 min walk
  • 🚆 Exhibition GO2.8 km

Within a 10-minute walk: 11 grocery stores, 117 cafés and restaurants, 7 parks, 10 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Mediterrania (150 m). Nearest park: Salem Parkette (250 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • St. Anthony Catholic School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 79%, math 54%
    8 min walk
  • Westside Montessori School Private8 min walk
  • Pauline Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 96%, math 65%
    10 min walk
  • St. Sebastian Catholic School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 69%
    11 min walk

Secondary

  • St. Mary Catholic Academy Catholic · Private
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 45%, literacy test 86%
    2 min walk
  • Bloor Collegiate Institute ALPHA Alternative School Secondary7 min walk
  • Central Toronto Academy Private
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 47%, literacy test 91%
    14 min walk

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 M6H

Owners / renters
48% / 52%
Median household income
$83,000
Average age
41
Children under 15
12%
Homes
11% detached, 18% high-rise
Commute by transit
30%
Population
43,730

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Portuguese 8.5%, Spanish 2.3%, Yue (Cantonese) 1.8%, Italian 1.4%.

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 Dufferin Grove (2025): 37% above the Toronto average, down 19% from the year before.

  • Assault59% above average
  • Break and enter43% above average
  • Auto theft51% below average
  • Robbery42% above average
  • Theft from vehicles32% above 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 13 active

  • 1141 BLOOR ST W · 350 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2026
    Site Plan Administrative Amendment to 22 129524 STE 09 SA.
  • 1141 BLOOR ST W · 350 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2026
    Site Plan Administrative Amendment to 22 129491 STE 09 SA.
  • 1045 DUFFERIN ST · 300 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2025
    Site Plan Approval for a 3-storey switchgear building for Toronto Hydro.
    Application details
  • 798 DOVERCOURT RD · 400 m
    Plan of Condominium · Draft Plan Approved · applied 2024
    Draft Plan of Condominium for four residential units.
    Application details
  • 1141 BLOOR ST W · 350 m
    Site Plan · NOAC Issued · applied 2022
    Site Plan Approval for a 22-storey mixed-use building having a non-residential gross floor area of 981.5 square metres, and a residential gross floor area of…
    Application details
  • 1141 BLOOR ST W · 350 m
    Site Plan · NOAC Issued · applied 2022
    Site Plan Approval for a 33-storey mixed-use building having a non-residential gross floor area of 3347.40 square metres, and a residential gross floor area of…
    Application details

14 more within 500 m.

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): 4 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 R

Residential (with a site-specific exception).

  • ✅ Up to 6 homes on the lot (multiplex): a sixplex ward
  • ✅ Garden suite in the backyard
  • ✅ Laneway suite, if the lot backs onto a lane

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.

Full lot check · Run the numbers

Building permits

  • Party Wall Admin Permits · 2021 · Closed
    Party wall admin permit for work being done at 250 Havelock St - 21-135495
  • Multiple Projects · 2018 · Closed
    Revision 02 - Basement plan, rear deck and new third floor rear deckRevision 01 - Revised front porch and basement walkout as per bubbled…

7 permits on this block of the street in the last 2 years.

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

Trees

70 City street trees within 100 m. That’s more than 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).

From the federal broadband map. Check exact speeds and providers for the address.

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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