452 Montrose Avenue, Toronto, ON
Palmerston-Little Italy, Toronto · MLS® C13562684
About this home
A rare opportunity to own an architecturally acclaimed, turnkey income property in the heart of Toronto's coveted Bickford Park/Christie Pits neighbourhood. Delivering a true 3.5%+ cap rate with strong positive monthly cash flow, this exceptional investment offers immediate income with long-term appreciation potential. The property features three separately contained residences: two spacious townhome-style suites plus a newly built, detached laneway house. Designed by Toronto's renowned Fishtnk Design, every detail was thoughtfully considered to maximize tenant appeal while providing low-maintenance, hassle-free ownership. Each suite offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a private entrance, and its own exclusive courtyard, creating highly desirable living spaces that command premium rents. Bright, open-concept interiors are flooded with natural light and showcase contemporary finishes, efficient layouts, and all-new mechanical systems and infrastructure for worry-free ownership. This award-worthy property has been featured in The Globe and Mail, blogTO, and City Pages, highlighting its exceptional design and innovation. Fully tenanted with excellent occupants, this is a true turnkey investment requiring nothing to do but collect the rent. Located steps from Christie Pits Park, Bickford Park, TTC subway stations, vibrant cafés, restaurants, shops, and some of Toronto's most desirable neighbourhood amenities, this is a premier investment opportunity in one of the city's strongest rental markets. Zoning-compliant, fully-permitted, legal rental suites. New appliances, HVAC, smart thermostats, tankless HWTs, three laundry sets, LEDs, white oak floors, porcelain tile, quartz counters. Separately metered gas and hydro.
Key facts
- Property type
- Other, 2-Storey
- MLS®
- C13562684
- Bedrooms
- 6 (5 + 1)
- Bathrooms
- 5 (2 half)
- Size
- 3000-3500
- Lot
- 17.92 × 120 ft
- Cross streets
- Bloor St W & Montrose Ave
- Parking
- 0 parking
- Driveway
- None
- Basement
- Finished with Walk-Out
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air
- Exterior
- Metal/Steel Siding, Wood
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Property tax
- $10,688 / 2025
- Days on market
- 3
- Listing brokerage
- EXP REALTY
Rooms
hardwood floor · eat-in kitchen · breakfast bar
hardwood floor · combined w/family · open concept
hardwood floor · combined w/family · large window
hardwood floor · 3 pc bath · large closet
hardwood floor · large closet · natural finish
porcelain floor · 3 pc bath · w/o to patio
hardwood floor · skylight · natural finish
hardwood floor · 3 pc ensuite · skylight
quartz counter · combined w/dining · porcelain floor
hardwood floor · skylight · balcony
quartz counter · combined w/dining · porcelain floor
Listed at $3,299,000, this home is tracking about 11% above a wider set of listings, though close matches were thin, so treat this as a rough read until I run a precise CMA. 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 5 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 5 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $2.25M, 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 $1.84M
- Size difference +$922K
- Bedrooms −$30K
- Bathrooms +$15K
- Adjusts to $2.74M
That comparable adjusts to $2.74M; the $2.97M estimate above is the median of all 5 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.
Its public catchment (King Edward Junior and Senior Public School) tests around the provincial average, a steady, family-friendly draw. The full EQAO breakdown is below.
On location, this is a very walkable address with everyday errands close by. Bloor St West at Montrose Ave is about a 2-minute walk away. Walkable, transit-friendly spots tend to hold value and widen your resale pool.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $2.97M, median of 5 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.
- Renovated / rebuilt: recent work can mean fewer upfront costs, worth confirming the scope, quality, and that permits were pulled.
- Open-concept layout: modern, sought-after flow.
- Hardwood floors: quality hardwood is durable and broadly desirable.
- Currently tenanted: confirm the lease terms and vacant-possession timing before closing.
- Value driver
- Lifestyle
- Worth verifying
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 4 closest active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesThis home lists 14% above the area average of $887/sqft.
On the market now.
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Palmerston-Little Italy, 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: Bloor St West at Montrose Ave, about 134 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 18, 2026); conventional rates run a little higher.
Mortgage amount $2,639,200 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $14,084
- Property tax
- $891
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $14,974
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $68,950
- Toronto municipal land transfer tax
- $71,940
- Estimated closing costs
- $140,890
Plus your down payment of $659,800. 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
- $845,025
- Principal paid down
- $336,103
- Interest paid
- $508,922
- Balance remaining
- $2,303,097
Talk to Team Asgarian about your options
Rates and programs change often. We will connect you with a trusted mortgage professional and build a plan that fits your budget and goals.
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.
Helpful resources
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. For personal, non-commercial use only. Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY. MLS®/PropTx.