About the Neighbourhood

Deer Park, located in mid-town, is one of Toronto oldest neighbourhoods. By the 1850s the area included a handful of country villas, a general store, a school, a cemetery, a racetrack, and a hotel that was located at the intersection of Yonge and St. Clair. Patrons at the Deer Park Hotel used to delight in feeding the deer that roamed on the hotel grounds, hence the neighbourhood’s name.

In 1891, elite boys’ school Upper Canada College moved from its urban location to the then-still-rural Deer Park area, establishing a large campus that remains at the same location today,

Deer Park’s quiet residential streets spill out onto either Yonge Street or St. Clair Avenue, right into the heart of one of Toronto’s liveliest shopping, entertainment, and business districts. Deer Park’s commercial centre provides a good balance for this neighbourhood which is surrounded by lush green parkland, majestic trees, and the Vale of Avoca Ravine.

Top public and private schools are all minutes away and include Bishop Strachan School, Upper Canada College, De La Salle College, the York School, and Deer Park Junior and Senior Public School.  Easy access to financial core is via Yonge Street or Avenue Road.  The St. Clair Subway station is a five-minute walk away.

About the Home

This exceptional Tudor-style family home was originally built in 1918. It is located on quiet Oriole Gardens, a street that is coveted by both families and professionals. This distinct character home has been meticulously cared for by its current owners and is ready for its next chapter. There are five large bedrooms on the second and third floors, along with an additional bedroom on the lower level. A gracious foyer with a sweeping staircase greets guests as they enter. Principal rooms are large, and a woodburning fireplace in the living room and a gas fireplace on the lower level are both wonderful focal points. The dining room is bright and perfectly suited for hosting dinner parties. The kitchen/family room has large south-facing windows that provide wonderful views of the perennial garden. The primary bedroom offers large picture windows and a rare deck, ideal for morning or evening refreshments. It also could be enclosed as has been done at some of the neighbouring properties. The third floor has a convenient kitchenette, perfect for teens or as a nanny suite. The lower level has a side entrance for access and there is a bright laundry room with abundant storage. The garage easily accommodates a large SUV with additional room for storage.