31 Griffen Drive, Toronto, ON
Malvern, Toronto · MLS® E13573472
About this home
Welcome to this lovingly maintained family home, proudly owned by the same family since 1980. Offering approximately 1,500 sq. ft. of well-designed living space, this home is full of character, pride of ownership, and endless potential. Bright and inviting, the spacious living room features a large picture window overlooking the expansive, fully fenced backyard. Situated on an impressive 158-foot deep lot with no neighbours behind or directly to the west, you'll enjoy exceptional privacy and outdoor space that's perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. The functional layout includes 3 generously sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a finished basement, providing plenty of room for the whole family. While retaining its original charm, this well-cared-for home is move-in ready and offers the perfect opportunity to update and personalize over time. Ideally located just steps to TTC transit, parks, schools, and minutes to Malvern Town Centre, the Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, Highway 401, U of T Scarborough, and Centennial College, this is a rare opportunity to own a solid home on a premium lot in one of Scarborough's most convenient family-friendly neighbourhoods.
Key facts
- Property type
- Detached, 2-Storey
- MLS®
- E13573472
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2 (1 half)
- Size
- 1100-1500
- Lot
- 45 × 157.88 ft
- Cross streets
- Sheppard Ave E And Neilson Rd
- Parking
- 1 garage · 4 parking (attached)
- Basement
- Finished
- Heating
- Forced Air
- A/C
- Central Air
- Exterior
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Property tax
- $3,718 / 2025
- Days on market
- 1
- Listing brokerage
- RE/MAX REALTRON REALTY INC.
Rooms
large closet · large window · broadloom
Listed at $777,777, this home is within the range of comparable homes, on the higher side. The number above is my independent estimate of value, not the asking price.
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 $843K, higher 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 $840K
- Bedrooms −$30K
- Adjusts to $810K
That comparable adjusts to $810K; the $670K 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.
The assigned public school is Lester B Pearson Collegiate Institute. 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. Sheppard Ave East at Lapsley Rd East Side 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 $670K, 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.
- Finished basement: added living space, worth checking ceiling height and that the work was permitted.
- Premium lot / gardens: lot size and privacy hold value and cannot be changed, verify frontage, depth, and any easements.
- Transit / schools nearby: convenience and resale support, verify the exact distances and school catchment.
- Value driver
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 4% above the area average of $573/sqft.
0 days faster than the Toronto average (1 days).
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
Malvern, 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: Sheppard Ave East at Lapsley Rd East Side, about 136 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 $622,222 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $3,320
- Property tax
- $310
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $3,630
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $12,031
- Toronto municipal land transfer tax
- $12,031
- Estimated closing costs
- $24,061
Plus your down payment of $155,555. 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
- $199,224
- Principal paid down
- $79,240
- Interest paid
- $119,984
- Balance remaining
- $542,982
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
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 RE/MAX REALTRON REALTY INC.. MLS®/PropTx.