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39 Burton Road

Forest Hill South, Toronto, M5P 1V1

$10,180,000

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  • 4+1 bedrooms
  • 7 bathrooms
  • 9 parking
  • 5000 + sq ft

Listed 88 days ago · MLS® C13603996

About this home

39 Burton Road is a landmark residence, gracefully positioned within one of the most exclusive and prestigious enclaves in Forest Hill. Set on a rare 100x170.5 FT lot, this extraordinary estate offers appx 5,982 SF above grade plus partially renovated lower level, presenting a remarkable opportunity for both luxury living and scarcity investment. The expansive 17,000 SF grounds are nestled with a dense canopy of mature trees and exquisitely landscaped gardens that provide a private and sensational oasis. Approved severance allows two premium lots, effectively transforming one prominent residence into two and maximizing land value on one of the finest streets. The current mansion was built for an exceptional luxurious lifestyle that balances sumptuous entertaining and personal relaxation. Indulgence recreational amenities highlight an indoor saltwater pool, a circular hot tub, and a sauna that opens to a serene alfresco retreat for maximum comfort and wellness. Originally a Georgian, the mansion was reimagined by acclaimed architect Stanley Shenkman and interior designer Robert Dirstein into an epic modernist statement, defined by bold geometry, sweeping curves, and flat rooflines. Recognized for its distinctive aesthetic, once-famous black-changing-to-white exterior, the residence became a design icon after the radical redesign. Today, the home reflects a celebrated eclecticism and modernism, starring a teak paneled foyer, retro mid-century details, wall-to-wall windows and extensive use of skylights that bathed interiors with natural light. This excellent location is also known for its extreme proximity to walkable social hubs, places of worship, and top-tier schools such as UCC, BSS, Holy Rosary, St Michael's, Robbins, Bialik, Leo Baeck, Forest Hill CI and more. Rich in architectural significance and cultural character, the legendary residence is a rarity offering in a highly coveted row renowned for its affluent scale, influential prestige, and enduring grandeur.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
2-Storey
Size
5000 + sq ft
Lot
100 × 170.5 ft
Basement
Finished
Garage
Built-In
Kitchens
1
Property tax
$32,944 (2025)
Neighbourhood
Forest Hill South
Municipality
Toronto C03
Price per sq ft
~$2,036 (21% above detached houses in Forest Hill South, $1,680)

Interior

Bedrooms
4 above ground + 1 below
Bathrooms
1 × 2-piece (main), 2 × 4-piece (main), 1 × 6-piece (second), 2 × 3-piece (second), 1 × 4-piece (basement)
Rooms
10 above ground + 2 below
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
Yes

Heating, cooling and services

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

Building and exterior

Style
2-Storey
Exterior
Brick
Faces
South
Pool
Indoor

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total parking
9
Driveway and parking
Circular Drive

Lot

Size
100 × 170.5 ft (irregular)

More

Possession
Immediate
Nearby
Fenced Yard, Park, School, Rec./Commun.Centre, Place Of Worship, Public Transit
Cross street
Old Forest Hill/Spadina Rd

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Living RoomMain8.11 × 5.1 m (26'7" × 16'9")Hardwood Floor, Fireplace, W/O To Terrace
BreakfastMain3.91 × 3.86 m (12'10" × 12'8")Tile Floor, Picture Window, Open Concept
Dining RoomMain4.47 × 5.05 m (14'8" × 16'7")Broadloom, Pot Lights, Mirrored Walls
Bedroom 3Second4.47 × 5.05 m (14'8" × 16'7")Hardwood Floor, Picture Window, Walk-In Closet(s)
Primary BedroomSecond5 × 8.07 m (16'5" × 26'6")Ensuite Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Sauna
KitchenMain6.45 × 4.54 m (21'2" × 14'11")Centre Island, Breakfast Bar, Track Lighting
OfficeMain3.93 × 4.82 m (12'11" × 15'10")Hardwood Floor, Fireplace, Picture Window
Bedroom 2Second5.43 × 3.83 m (17'10" × 12'7")Ensuite Bath, Picture Window, B/I Shelves
RecreationLower4.9 × 8.68 m (16'1" × 28'6")Fireplace, Pot Lights, Open Concept
Bedroom 4Second4.44 × 4.26 m (14'7" × 14')Broadloom, Pot Lights, Picture Window
Family RoomMain5 × 8.22 m (16'5" × 27')Hardwood Floor, Picture Window, B/I Shelves
BedroomLower3.65 × 5.38 m (12' × 17'8")Ensuite Bath, Closet, B/I Shelves

History of this address

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

Location

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The neighbourhood

Getting around Very walkable

  • 🚇 St. Clair West Subway13 min walk
  • 🚇 Forest Hill LRT17 min walk
  • 🚆 Mount Dennis GO5.5 km

Within a 10-minute walk: 3 grocery stores, 10 cafés and restaurants, 11 parks, 4 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Kitchen Table (700 m). Nearest park: Ridgewood Parkette (200 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • Forest Hill Junior and Senior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 94%, math 90%    8 min walk
  • Bishop Strachan School Private13 min walk
  • Holy Rosary Catholic School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 55%    14 min walk
  • Humewood Community School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 87%, math 60%    15 min walk

Secondary

  • Forest Hill Collegiate Institute
    EQAO: Gr 9 math 60%, literacy test 93%    1.2 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 M5P

Owners / renters
39% / 61%
Median household income
$99,000
Average age
44
Children under 15
12%
Homes
25% detached, 41% high-rise
Commute by transit
26%
Population
19,791

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Spanish 1.5%, Mandarin 1.2%, Tagalog (Pilipino, Filipino) 1%, Iranian Persian 0.7%.

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 South (2025): 41% below the Toronto average, down 29% from the year before.

  • Assault74% below average
  • Break and enter73% above average
  • Auto theft53% below average
  • Robberyabout average
  • Theft from vehicles38% 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 4 active

  • 1673 BATHURST ST · 400 m
    Plan of Condominium · Draft Plan Approved · applied 2025
    Draft Plan of Condominium to facilitate the conversion of eight existing rental apartments.
    Application details
  • 3 MARKDALE AVE · 400 m
    Plan of Condominium · Draft Plan Approved · applied 2020
    Draft Plan of Standard Condominium to permit 7 residential units in an existing three-storey building with 7 surface vehicle parking and 7 surface bicycle…
    Application details
  • 1637 BATHURST ST · 200 m
    Site Plan · NOAC Issued · applied 2019
    A Site Plan Control application to permit a 4 storey rental apartment building containing 75 units. The five existing 3-storey buildings on the site are…
    Application details
  • 1601 BATHURST ST · 350 m
    Site Plan · Appeal Received · applied 2019
    Site Plan Approval Application to facilitate the construction of an 8-storey rental apartment building containing 79 new residential units. 1601 Bathurst…
    Application details
  • 1647 BATHURST ST · 300 m
    Site Plan · Closed · applied 2022
    Site Plan Approval application to facilitate the redevelopment of the site for a 4-storey back-to-back townhouse development containing a total of 10 dwelling…
    Application details
  • 1647 BATHURST ST · 300 m
    Official Plan / Zoning By-law Amendment · Closed · applied 2022
    Zoning by-law amendment application to permit a 4-storey back-to-back townhouse development containing 10 dwelling units.
    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): 6 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 RD

Residential Detached (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.

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Trees

160 City street trees within 100 m, mostly maples. 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).

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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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