34 River Street, Toronto, ON
Regent Park, Toronto · MLS® C12791164
About this home
Exceptional investment and income-generating opportunity in the heart of Corktown. Ideally situated with just a five-minute walk to both Queen Street East and King Street East. This property offers outstanding access to public transit, downtown Toronto, and a vibrant mix of restaurants, shops, and amenities. Meticulously maintained over the years by the live-in owner, this legal duplex showcases pride of ownership throughout. The home features two spacious 1.5-storey units, each offering a 1+1 bedroom layout. The main floor unit boasts generous principal rooms with high ceilings, large windows, and an abundance of natural light. The second/third-floor unit mirrors this thoughtful layout and design, and is currently tenanted, providing immediate rental income. Originally built in 1890, this charming Victorian residence blends timeless character with tasteful updates and modern renovations. The open-concept living spaces, impressive ceiling heights, and expansive windows create bright and inviting interiors that appeal to both tenants and end users alike. The lower level includes a fully finished two-bedroom apartment or in-law suite with a separate entrance, further enhancing income potential and flexibility. Estimated gross annual income ranges between $100,000 and $110,000, making this a compelling addition to any investment portfolio. Property features three designated parking spaces - a rare and valuable asset in this central location. Exterior features include a large ground-level deck for the main unit, and a spacious rooftop deck exclusively for the upper unit, both offering exceptional outdoor living space. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, income-producing property in one of Toronto's most desirable and historically rich neighbourhoods.
Key facts
- Property type
- Other, 2 1/2 Storey
- MLS®
- C12791164
- Bedrooms
- 6 (4 + 2)
- Bathrooms
- 5 (1 half)
- Size
- 2000-2500
- Lot
- 22.58 × 164.4 ft
- Cross streets
- Queen Street East/River Street
- Parking
- 3 parking
- Driveway
- Private Triple
- Basement
- Apartment, Separate Entrance
- Kitchens
- 3 (2 + 1)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air
- Exterior
- Brick
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle, Flat
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Property tax
- $8,227 / 2025
- Days on market
- 151
- Listing brokerage
- RE/MAX HALLMARK REALTY LTD.
Rooms
laminate · double closet · above grade window
combined w/dining · stainless steel appl · laminate
laminate · combined w/kitchen · above grade window
w/o to sundeck · broadloom · closet
hardwood floor · 3 pc ensuite · closet
eat-in kitchen · centre island · stainless steel appl
crown moulding · vaulted ceiling(s) · pocket doors
laminate · cathedral ceiling(s) · w/o to deck
laminate · backsplash · large window
combined w/dining · laminate · pot lights
laminate · double closet · above grade window
3 pc ensuite · laminate · closet
Listed at $2,499,900, this home is tracking about 22% below a wider set of listings, though close matches were thin, so it is worth confirming with a precise CMA rather than reading it as a clear deal. The number above is my independent estimate of value, not the asking price.
There are only a few closely comparable homes right here, so this is a broad read from wider listings in the area. Ask me for a precise CMA before relying on it.
Based on 7 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 7 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $1.51M, lower than the comparables and worth a second look.
How I got there
Here is the exact math behind the estimate. I start from the closest comparable listing and adjust for the real differences (size, beds, baths) to land on a like-for-like value for this home.
- Closest comparable, listed at $299K
- Size difference +$2.80M
- Bathrooms +$60K
- Adjusts to $3.16M
That comparable adjusts to $3.16M; the $3.21M estimate above is the median of all 7 comparables, which is steadier than any single home.This uses comparable active listings, not sold prices. Lot, condition, and finishes are my in-person call, and I can run a full CMA with recent solds.
The assigned public school is Inglenook Community School. EQAO is only one input, and families here also look at French Immersion, boundary, and private options, the full breakdown is below.
On location, this is a very walkable address with everyday errands close by. Queen St East at River St is about a 1-minute walk away. Walkable, transit-friendly spots tend to hold value and widen your resale pool.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $3.21M, median of 7 comparables.
What the listing highlightsThese are claims from the listing. The only way to know for sure is to see it in person, and I am happy to book you a private showing.
- Separate entrance / basement suite: rental or in-law income potential, if it is legally registered and retrofit-compliant.
- Renovated / rebuilt: recent work can mean fewer upfront costs, worth confirming the scope, quality, and that permits were pulled.
- Addition / added square footage: more space lifts value when it is permitted and well integrated, verify the permits.
- Tall ceilings: they transform how a home feels, worth confirming the actual heights room to room.
- Open-concept layout: modern, sought-after flow.
- Income potential
- Value driver
- Worth verifying
- Lifestyle
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 3 closest active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesThis home lists 18% below the area average of $1,361/sqft.
On the market now.
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Regent Park, Toronto, ON
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Getting around
Very WalkableA walkability read built from the amenities around this home: how close the nearest transit stop is, and how many grocery, dining, park, and pharmacy destinations fall within a 15-minute walk. It is a guide, not a guarantee. Places data from Google.
Most daily errands can be done on foot.
🚉 Nearest transit: Queen St East at River St, about 107 m away
Within a 15-minute (1.5 km) walk.
How asking prices compare in the closest areas to this home. Longer bars mean a pricier market.
Typical asking price of active listings of the same type, per area (outliers removed). Toronto.
Get the full neighbourhood report (schools, parks, transit & safety) →
The public and Catholic schools this address is zoned for, with EQAO results (the share of students meeting Ontario's provincial standard).
School attendance boundaries and EQAO results are Ontario government data and can change. Confirm the current catchment with the school board before relying on it.
Affordability & Mortgage
Income needed assumes a ~32% GDS ratio; weekly is mortgage principal & interest only. Price ÷ income is the home price over the income needed. Fixed reference assumptions so listings compare on equal footing, not a lending decision.
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Adjust the down payment, rate, and amortization, and add property tax, condo fees, and heating to see your true monthly cost.
Your numbers
Homes over $1.5M can't be insured, so 20% down or more is required.
Conventional (20%+ down). Best insured 5-year fixed 3.99% via Ratehub.ca (as of July 17, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.
Mortgage amount $1,999,920 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $10,672
- Property tax
- $686
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $11,358
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $48,973
- Toronto municipal land transfer tax
- $48,973
- Estimated closing costs
- $97,945
Plus your down payment of $499,980. Legal fees, title insurance, and adjustments are extra and vary by deal.
Mortgage stress test
Lenders qualify you at the greater of your rate plus 2% or 5.25%. You do not pay this rate. It just shows you could still handle payments if rates rose, so aim to stay comfortable at this higher number.
Over the full 25 years
At the end of your 5-year term
- Total paid over the term
- $640,339
- Principal paid down
- $254,690
- Interest paid
- $385,649
- Balance remaining
- $1,745,230
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Estimates only, not a mortgage quote or pre-approval. Figures use Canadian semi-annual compounding, current minimum down-payment rules, CMHC premium tiers, and Ontario (plus Toronto, when selected) land transfer tax. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and closing costs vary by lender and property. Confirm every number with your mortgage professional.
Investor snapshot
Income potential: the basement has a separate entrance, which often supports a rentable in-law or second suite. That can lift real rent well above the figure above and help carry the mortgage. Ask us about permitted use in this area.
Thinking of this home as an investment? We will pull real comparable rents and run the full numbers with you.
Talk about the numbersEstimates only. Rent is modelled on above-grade size and local norms, so a finished basement or second suite (a separate entrance often means one) can push real rent well above this. Taxes, fees, and vacancy vary by property, and cap rate is before financing. A starting point, not a final number, let us run the real ones with you.
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All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of RE/MAX HALLMARK REALTY LTD.. MLS®/PropTx.