High Park is a sought after area, for individuals living solo as for couples and families alike due to its diverse range of housing options and the presence of esteemed schools like Humberside Collegiate that draw in many families with kids to settle in this neighbourhood. Featuring a variety of housing types such as detached houses and multi flex homes besides walk up apartments adds to the appeal of High Park.
The abundance of opportunities within High Park is particularly attractive to tenants given its proximity to the Bloor subway line and easy access to downtown Toronto. The charming landscape of the High Park area showcases rolling hills and meandering roads lined with Oak trees that captivate and bring joy to residents here.From its inception, in 1998,the Jamie Bell Adventure Playground (situated on 1873 Bloor St.W.in Park)serves as a hub, for families a creation born from the inventive spirit and playfulness of the neighbourhoods community and its young ones.
History Of High Park , Toronto
The High Park area has a history to explore! Back, in the day, before 1909 when it became part of Toronto City after being part of West Toronto Junction Town. 191 High Park Avenue was D.W Clendenans house built in 1888 when he served as the mayor. Down south of Bloor Street lies the High Park property bought by John Howard in 1836. Who happened to be Toronto’s very first surveyor. Howard gave his estate the name High Park due to its position and stunning vista of Lake Ontario. In 1873 Howard officially transferred ownership of his cherished estate to the City of Toronto. Colborne Lodge. John Howard’s former home. Remains in its location, within High Park. Currently operates as a public museum.
Lifestyle
High Park is positioned conveniently within walking distance of ‘Bloor West Village’ which’s a loved shopping hub, in Toronto known for its European bakeries and gourmet food stores as well as charming cafes and eateries.The area’s other notable shopping spot is ‘Junction Gardens’ found on Dundas Street West.This revitalized retail area pays homage to its history as a railway centre by incorporating elements like a railway lantern into the heritage street signs, along Dundas Street.
High Park, Toronto Parks & Facilities
High Park spans, across 399 acres of public park space in the city with a range of attractions to enjoy including a fishing pond and an outdoor theatre well as animal paddocks and picnic areas among others such as a restaurant and historical museum to explore and admire the beauty of flower gardens present there along with an adventure playground and a trackless train for leisurely rides around the parks vicinity providing ample opportunities for sports enthusiasts with facilities like tennis courts baseball soccer lawns swimming pools skating rinks and various pathways for walking jogging or cycling making it a bustling hub of activity and recreation for visitors of all ages to relish in their outdoor adventures, amidst natures scenic beauty.
Learn more about the history of High Park either by visiting the Runnymede Public Library on Bloor Street or the High Park Public Library on Roncesvalles Avenue! These local libraries host a variety of engaging programs for residents in the area to enjoy. Established in 1998 the Jamie Bell Adventure Playground situated on 1873 Bloor St W in High Park serves as a gathering spot for families, in the community – a wonderful creation inspired and constructed by the minds and imaginations of both local residents and their children. On March 17 a fire ravaged a section of the playground, which had been reconstructed in 2012 and was cherished by the local community.
The High Park Club, on Indian Road has been a presence in our neighbourhood since 1911.It offers amenities such as two grass tennis courts and a banquet hall, with both indoor and balcony seating options.Additionally it features five sheets for curling,a full service bar and several lounges.To adapt to trends the curling sheets have been repurposed into Pickleball courts for the summer months.
There are plenty of fun activities to enjoy at the parks and recreational facilities in this area! In High Park North’s parks you can find areas for children to play in delightfully.
- Number of Parks: 6
- Number of Recreation Facilities: 20
Recreation Facilities in Neighbourhood Parks
- Playgrounds – 5
- Pool – 1
- Ball Diamonds – 3
- Sports Fields – 2
- Community Centres – 2
- Splash Pads – 4
- Fitness/Weight Room – 1
- Gyms – 2
High Park, Toronto Transit
The Bloor Danforth subway line has three stops that cater to the High Park area; Runnymede Station and Keele Station are a commute, from Queensway Road that leads to Lake Shore Boulevard and the Gardiner Expressway within about five minutes, for drivers.
There are a total of 71 transit stops in this area, with Runnymede Station being one of the rail stations available for commuters to use here in the neighbourhood where both vehicle and public transportation users can be found; most people travel within the city. Typically have medium length commutes.
Commute Destination for Residents
- Commute within the city – 83%
- Commute to another city – 16%
Commute Types
- Vehicle – 33%
- Transit – 55%
- Walk/bike – 8%
Commute Times of Residents
- 15 to 29 minutes – 22%
- 30 to 44 minutes – 40%
- 45 to 59 minutes – 20%
- 60 minutes and over – 10%
- Less than 15 minutes – 6%
High Park, Toronto Elementary, Secondary High Schools
The neighbourhood of High Park North boasts secondary educational institutions along, with specialized programs for students of all levels and abilities The area is served by elementary and secondary high school offering a diverse range of academic opportunities. Local schools in the area provide unique programs such, as the International Baccalaureate French Immersion and Gifted/Talented Program
- Public Schools: 10
- Catholic Schools: 5
Public
- Parkdale Collegiate Institute
- Ursula Franklin Academy
- Indian Road Crescent Junior Public School
- Humberside Collegiate Institute
- Western Technical-Commercial School
- ÉÉ Charles-Sauriol
- Runnymede Jr & Sr Public School
- Annette Street Jr and Sr Public School
- Keele Street Public School
- ÉS Toronto Ouest
Catholic
- ÉÉC Sainte-Marguerite-d’Youville
- ÉÉC du Sacré-Coeur-Toronto
- ÉSC Saint-Frère-André
- St. Josaphat Catholic School
- St. Cecilia Catholic School
- Alternative/Special
- The Student School
- High Park Alternative Junior School
High Park, Toronto Homes
High Park’s winding tree-lined streets are lined with impressive Victorian, Edwardian, and Tudor-style homes. These captivating houses were built largely during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Several of these houses have been divided into multiple-family dwellings. High Park’s distinctive brick homes feature a variety of architectural details that vary from house to house.
These features include leaded and stained glass windows, lush wood trims, French doors, hardwood floors and fireplaces. The High Park neighbourhood also features a selection of condominium apartment buildings along Quebec Avenue, north of Bloor Street. These apartments are in the entry level price range. They include balconies, some of which feature south views that overlook High Park and Lake Ontario.