Welcome home to The Glen Lake, a much sought after 7 storey boutique building. Perfectly situated in High Park north steps from Dundas West Station and the UP Express which whisks you downtown in just 8 minutes or to Pearson in 17 minutes. The unit itself is at the back of the building facing west, making it both quiet and full of light. This over sized one bedroom condo is super spacious with 706 sq ft that feels even bigger with space for a generous living area as well as a large dining table that comfortably sits six. The dining room walks out to a west facing balcony that further extends the usable space. The kitchen is open concept with ample cupboard space and all appliances including a new dishwasher. The bedroom is well sized with a large, walk in closet and ensuite four piece bathroom. There are hardwood floors throughout. A utility closet in the foyer gives extra storage. The unit is modern, bright and waiting for you! The building features Bike Storage, a Gym, Games Room, Party Room and Visitor Parking. The location can’t be bettered. The Junction, Roncesvalles and Bloor West Village are all within walking distance while the UP Express and Dundas West subway provides easy access to downtown. Excellent school catchment with Indian Road Jr, Annette Jr and Sr and Humberside CI.
201 – 2495 Dundas St W
For Sale | $499,000
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Living in High Park North
High Park North is a vibrant and sought-after neighbourhood in the heart of Toronto’s West end. Known locally as “The West Bend”, High Park North combines charm, a quiet community, and a sense of grandeur to form the quintessential Toronto neighbourhood. Great family homes with a historic feeling can be found throughout the High Park North real estate market, while the conveniently walkable and meandering streets make it easy to get lost in the beauty of the neighbourhood. Mature tree-lined streets add to the grandeur and natural vibe of this pocket.
WHAT’S IN A NAME?
The area is named after High Park, a 161 hectare park k, a 400-acre green space that is a huge draw for people from all over. High Park was opened to the public in 1876 and given over to the City of Toronto by John George Howard, an Architect, Engineer & land Surveyor. His conditions were that the city hold the park for the free use, benefit and enjoyment of the Citizens of Toronto forever and to keep its name as High Park.
BOUNDARY
This pocket is bordered by Bloor Street (to the south), Keel Street (to the east), Dundas St. W (to the north), and Runnymede Road (to the west).
HOUSING
High Park North is primarily a residential neighbourhood with a mix of housing types, mostly single family, and including apartment buildings and condos. Several new condo developments are popping up along Bloor Street West, offering a perfect blend of historic and modern architecture.
TRANSIT
Keele subway station and High Park subway station are easy to access. You also have the option to ride the UP Express to Union Station or the airport. Imagine being downtown in about seven minutes! It’s a fabulous bonus for this part of the city! Bike lanes are plentiful and well-marked.
ATTRACTIONS
The biggest attraction is obviously High Park! It’s the largest park in Toronto and houses a zoo, a wonderful castle playground, beautiful flower gardens, off-leash dog areas, a community vegetable garden, a lovely restaurant; Grenadier cafe, as well as summer outdoor live theatre performances. Its hilly nature offers a delightful trail all the way from the top of the park at Bloor Street, down to Queensway Ave at the south end. If that’s not enough, High Park also boasts the largest display of cherry blossoms each Spring, attracts thousands of visitors annually. It’s a magical place to walk, ride a bike, take the kids, have a picnic, or just escape the city and is visited by over 600,000 people annually.
SCHOOLS
The area is home to outstanding schools that consistently rank among the best in Toronto, including Runnymede PS, St Cecilia CS, Humberside CI and Western Technical CS.
SHOPPING
The neighbourhood offers a wide variety of parks, shops, pubs and restaurants to stroll to, making it a perfect destination for both families and food enthusiasts looking for diverse culinary experiences.
If you are considering living in High Park North, it’s a neighbourhood that offers a combination of natural beauty and urban convenience.
Come and enjoy all that High Park North has to offer.
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