281 Arlington Avenue, Toronto, ON
Humewood-Cedarvale, Toronto · MLS® C13573760
About this home
Beautifully renovated and set on an expansive corner lot, this exceptional home is surrounded by a lush pollinator garden that comes alive with monarch butterflies, creating a peaceful setting. A thoughtfully designed open-concept living space features distressed hardwood floors, pot lights, a floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace, and natural light that brings warmth and character throughout. The beautifully appointed kitchen is complete with quartz countertops, a large center island, floor-to-ceiling pantry, coffee station, wine fridge, premium gas stove, and it's a space equally suited for quiet mornings and lively gatherings. Upstairs, two-bedrooms feature mirrored double closets, while the tranquil primary retreat impresses with soaring vaulted ceilings and an enviable wall of closets. The spa-inspired bathroom offers heated floors, a glass rain shower, and elegant finishes that elevate your daily routine. The finished lower level provides flexible space for movie nights, a home office, or guests, complemented by a bathroom with heated porcelain floors and a deep soaker tub. Situated in the heart of the Humewood school district and steps from St. Clair's vibrant offerings, including local favorites like Ferro, Roast, and Romi's. A short stroll from community hubs like Wychwood Barns and Cedarvale Ravine, this location is unbeatable.
Key facts
- Property type
- Semi-Detached, 2-Storey
- MLS®
- C13573760
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3 (1 half)
- Size
- 1100-1500
- Lot
- 15.58 × 104.83 ft
- Cross streets
- Arlington Ave & Valewood Ave
- Parking
- 1 garage · 3 parking (detached)
- Driveway
- Private
- Basement
- Finished with Walk-Out
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
- Exterior
- Brick
- Foundation
- Unknown
- Roof
- Shingles
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Property tax
- $5,399 / 2025
- Days on market
- 1
- Listing brokerage
- SUTTON GROUP-ASSOCIATES REALTY INC.
Rooms
hardwood floor · closet organizers · double closet
hardwood floor · vaulted ceiling(s) · w/w closet
laminate · open concept · above grade window
tile floor · open concept · b/i shelves
2 Pc Bath
heated floor · pot lights · window
combined w/dining · gas fireplace · large window
laminate · open concept · above grade window
centre island · quartz counter · w/o to deck
Concrete Floor
combined w/living · open concept · window
laundry sink · window · w/o to yard
3 pc bath · porcelain floor · heated floor
hardwood floor · closet organizers · double closet
Listed at $1,429,000, this home is tracking about 34% 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 65 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 65 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $1.11M, a close match.
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 $800K
- Bedrooms −$30K
- Bathrooms +$15K
- Adjusts to $785K
That comparable adjusts to $785K; the $1.06M estimate above is the median of all 65 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 Humewood 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. Vaughan Rd at Arlington Ave East Side is about a 3-minute walk away. Walkable, transit-friendly spots tend to hold value and widen your resale pool.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $1.06M, median of 65 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.
- Ravine lot: privacy and premium value, but confirm the buildable area and any conservation limits.
- Renovated / rebuilt: recent work can mean fewer upfront costs, worth confirming the scope, quality, and that permits were pulled.
- Heated floors: comfort and a premium-finish signal.
- Tall ceilings: they transform how a home feels, worth confirming the actual heights room to room.
- Open-concept layout: modern, sought-after flow.
- Worth verifying
- Value driver
- Lifestyle
The closest active listings by size, beds, and price, so you can see what this home is up against.
The 5 closest of 8 active listings nearby.
See all comparable homesThis home lists 31% above the area average of $840/sqft.
3 days faster than the Toronto average (4 days).
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Humewood-Cedarvale, 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: Vaughan Rd at Arlington Ave East Side, about 241 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.
Calculate and customize your mortgage and other expenses
Adjust the down payment, rate, and amortization, and add property tax, condo fees, and heating to see your true monthly cost.
Your numbers
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 $1,143,200 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $6,101
- Property tax
- $450
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $6,550
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $25,055
- Toronto municipal land transfer tax
- $25,055
- Estimated closing costs
- $50,110
Plus your down payment of $285,800. 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
- $366,032
- Principal paid down
- $145,587
- Interest paid
- $220,446
- Balance remaining
- $997,613
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 SUTTON GROUP-ASSOCIATES REALTY INC.. MLS®/PropTx.