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53 Palmerston Avenue

Trinity-Bellwoods, Toronto, M6J 2J2

$16,000/mo

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  • 3 bedrooms
  • 4 bathrooms
  • 2 parking
  • 2500-3000 sq ft

Listed 98 days ago · MLS® C13561362

About this home

Offered with thoughtfully curated furnishings that complement the home's architecture and design, this extraordinary architectural residence is located on Palmerston Avenue, one of Trinity Bellwoods' most sought-after streets. With history dating back to the 1860s, the home has gone through an extensive transformation, including a remarkable custom addition elevating it into a true design landmark. Featured in the Toronto Star in an article titled "Is this the coolest living room in Toronto?" the answer is, yes. The main living space showcases striking 20-foot ceilings anchored by a sprawling sunken lounge, designed with a clean aesthetic that blends warmth with modern design. With east and west exposure, the combination of floor-to-ceiling glass and two large skylights allows natural light to pour through the entire home. The property features meticulous millwork in natural oak, micro-cement walls, heated concrete floors, and recessed lighting that together create a sense of calm sophistication. A beautifully designed mezzanine level, part of the custom addition overlooks the main living space and features a serene library with arched custom shelving, creating an inspiring, light-filled vantage point with views of the city skyline. This thoughtfully planned 3-bedroom residence includes an entire third level dedicated to the primary retreat, featuring a spa-like ensuite that extends to an expansive private rooftop terrace, partially covered and perfectly positioned for Toronto skyline and CN Tower views. An oversized double-sided 1.5 car garage provides exceptional functionality, accommodating two smaller vehicles or offering ample additional space. The lower level includes a washroom and a dedicated area ideal for storage. Celebrating craftsmanship and innovation at every turn, every element has been curated with exceptional intention, resulting in a home that is both artful and livable, an inspired piece of architecture rarely found in the city.

Details

Type
Detached
Style
3-Storey
Size
2500-3000 sq ft
Lot
18.17 × 135 ft
Basement
Partial Basement
Garage
Detached
Kitchens
1
Neighbourhood
Trinity-Bellwoods
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 × 2-piece (main), 1 × 4-piece (second), 1 × 5-piece (third), 1 × 2-piece (basement)
Rooms
8 above ground
Family room or den
Yes
Fireplace
Natural Gas
Laundry
In-Suite Laundry
Features
Carpet Free
Furnished
Furnished

Heating, cooling and services

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

Building and exterior

Style
3-Storey
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Flat
Foundation
Concrete
Faces
East

Parking

Garage spaces
1.5
Total parking
2

Lot

Size
18.17 × 135 ft

Rental terms

Rent includes
Parking

More

Possession
Immediate
Nearby
Hospital, Park, Public Transit
Cross street
QUEEN ST W & BATHURST

Rooms

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Living RoomMain8.94 × 4.78 m (29'4" × 15'8")Open Concept, Heated Floor, Recessed Lighting
Dining RoomMain3.35 × 3.05 m (11' × 10')Hardwood Floor, Open Concept
KitchenMain5 × 3.05 m (16'5" × 10')Modern Kitchen, B/I Appliances, Central Vacuum
StudyMain2.74 × 1.83 m (9' × 6')Hardwood Floor, Open Concept
Bedroom 2Second3.4 × 3.15 m (11'2" × 10'4")Hardwood Floor, Closet, Bay Window
Bedroom 3Second4.22 × 2.57 m (13'10" × 8'5")Hardwood Floor, Closet
LoftSecond2.44 × 3.35 m (8' × 11')Hardwood Floor, Overlooks Living, Open Concept
LibrarySecond8.94 × 1.42 m (29'4" × 4'8")Hardwood Floor, Overlooks Living, Overlooks Backyard
Primary BedroomThird5.03 × 4.39 m (16'6" × 14'5")5 Pc Ensuite, Closet Organizers, W/O To Terrace
OtherBasement2 Pc Bath

History of this address

6 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

  • 🚇 St. Patrick Subway1.7 km
  • 🚇 Osgoode Subway1.7 km
  • 🚆 Exhibition GO1.7 km

Within a 10-minute walk: 16 grocery stores, 388 cafés and restaurants, 16 parks, 23 pharmacies. Nearest grocery: Fresh 1 Market (250 m). Nearest park: Alexandra Park (300 m).

Schools nearby

Elementary

  • Charles G Fraser Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 95%, math 71%    3 min walk
  • St. Mary Catholic School Catholic
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 38%    6 min walk
  • Ryerson Community School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 65%, math 26%    7 min walk
  • Niagara Street Junior Public School
    EQAO: Gr 6 reading 100%, math 84%    9 min walk

Secondary

  • Downtown Vocal Music Academy of Toronto Private7 min walk
  • Oasis Alternative Secondary School13 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 M6J

Owners / renters
49% / 51%
Median household income
$90,000
Average age
40
Children under 15
10%
Homes
3% detached, 33% high-rise
Commute by transit
25%
Population
32,111

Languages spoken most at home besides English: Portuguese 6.6%, Yue (Cantonese) 3%, Mandarin 2.7%, Spanish 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 Trinity-Bellwoods (2025): about the Toronto average, down 17% from the year before.

  • Assault23% above average
  • Break and enter85% above average
  • Auto theft66% below average
  • Robbery26% below average
  • Theft from vehicles33% above average
  • Shootings28% below average

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 8 active

  • 723 QUEEN ST W · 250 m
    Site Plan · NOAC Issued · applied 2022
    To demolish the existing two-storey, 60-bed crisis shelter building and construct a new four-storey shelter building with 63 beds and a total gross floor area…
    Application details
  • 627 RICHMOND ST W · 350 m
    Site Plan · NOAC Issued · applied 2022
    Site Plan Control application for a 29-storey mixed-use building containing 384 new dwelling units(including 9 affordable units), a total of 22,565 sqm of…
    Application details
  • 555 RICHMOND ST W · 450 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2022
    Application for Site Plan approval for a new building at 555 Richmond Street West. The existing 12-storey office building fronting Richmond Street will be…
    Application details
  • 161 BATHURST ST · 400 m
    Site Plan · Under Review · applied 2021
    Site Plan Approval for the properties at 141, 149-161 Bathurst Street, 579, 589 and 591 Richmond Street West to facilitate the development of a 12-storey…
    Application details
  • 555 RICHMOND ST W · 450 m
    Plan of Subdivision · Under Review · applied 2021
    Draft Plan of Subdivision for 1 block.
    Application details
  • 161 BATHURST ST · 400 m
    Official Plan / Zoning By-law Amendment · Under Review · applied 2021
    Application to Amend the Zoning By-law to permit the redevelopment of the site at 141, 149 - 161 Bathurst Street and 579, 589-591 Richmond Street West with a…
    Application details

3 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): 2 km. Transit times · Driving times

Coming transit

  • 🚧 King West GO Transit650 m
  • 🚧 Chinatown 850 m
  • 🚧 Osgoode 1.7 km

Stations under construction or approved. Opening dates are the latest public estimates and often move.

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

  • Multiple Projects · 2020 · Closed
    REV 01 - Changes as per drawing Foundation walls, rear exterior walls roof framing, and interior alterations. Proposed interior…
  • Garage · 2017 · Closed
    Proposal to construct a detached garage to existing sfd-semi.
  • Interior Alterations · 2017 · Closed
    Proposal to do interior alterations (to convert internal garage into livable space) and demolish existing sunroom

10 permits on this block of the street in the last 2 years, including 2 new homes.

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

Trees

50 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).

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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