224 ELLIS Avenue, Toronto, ON
High Park-Swansea, Toronto · MLS® W13570788
About this home
A Rare Opportunity To Secure One Of Swansea's Most Exceptional Building Opportunities. Set On An Impressive 46 x 262 Ft Ravine Lot, This Property Offers Outstanding Value Today And Extraordinary Potential For Tomorrow. Whether You Choose To Renovate, Reimagine Or Build New, The Possibilities Are Truly Exceptional. Included With The Property Are Professionally Designed Architectural Plans For A Stunning Contemporary Custom Residence, Together With A Building Permit Ready To Be Issued, Allowing The Next Owner To Begin Construction Without The Time And Uncertainty Of The Planning And Approval Process. Nestled On One Of Swansea's Most Desirable Streets, This Premium Property Combines An Expansive Lot, Exceptional Privacy And A Coveted Ravine Setting Just Moments From High Park, Bloor West Village, Excellent Schools, Transit And The Waterfront. A Truly Unique Opportunity To Build An Architectural Masterpiece In One Of Toronto's Most Prestigious West-End Neighborhoods While Saving Valuable Time, Planning And Design Work Already Invested. Rarely Does A Property Offer Such A Compelling Combination Of Location, Land And Vision.
Key facts
- Property type
- Detached, 2-Storey
- MLS®
- W13570788
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Size
- 2500-3000
- Lot
- 50 × 262.46 ft
- Cross streets
- Ellis & Morningside
- Parking
- 1 garage · 2 parking (detached)
- Basement
- Finished, Walk-Out
- Heating
- Radiant
- A/C
- Wall Unit(s)
- Exterior
- Brick, Stucco (Plaster)
- Foundation
- Poured Concrete, Brick
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- Sewer
- Property tax
- $9,471 / 2025
- Days on market
- 1
- Listing brokerage
- RARE REAL ESTATE
Listed at $2,250,000, this home is tracking about 34% 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 12 similar homes nearby, adjusted for size, beds, and baths.Median of 12 comparable active listings, adjusted for size, beds, and baths. The city (MPAC) assessment points to about $2.21M, 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 $3.20M
- Bedrooms −$30K
- Bathrooms −$30K
- Adjusts to $3.14M
That comparable adjusts to $3.14M; the $3.40M estimate above is the median of all 12 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.
On schools, this address is zoned for Humberside Collegiate Institute, one of the higher-rated public schools in the area. A strong catchment tends to hold value and widen your resale pool, especially with family buyers.
On location, it is moderately walkable, so some daily errands are within reach and for the rest you will likely drive. Coe Hill Dr at Windermere Ave South Side is about a 4-minute walk away.
Total price vs nearby homes. Fair value about $3.40M, median of 12 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.
- Development potential: upside only if zoning permits, verify with the city before relying on it.
- Worth verifying
- 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 40% below the area average of $1,371/sqft.
0 days faster than the Toronto average (1 days).
View comparable listingsPrice per square foot vs the area average.
Neighbourhood & location
High Park-Swansea, Toronto, ON
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Getting around
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.
Many errands can be done on foot; a car still helps.
🚉 Nearest transit: Coe Hill Dr at Windermere Ave South Side, about 308 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
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 $1,800,000 · 4.14% over 25 years
Total monthly cost
- Mortgage payment (monthly equivalent)
- $9,605
- Property tax
- $789
- Condo / maintenance fees
- $0
- Heating
- $0
- Estimated monthly cost
- $10,395
Add your own property tax, condo fees, and heating on the left for a sharper total.
One-time closing costs
- Ontario land transfer tax
- $42,725
- Toronto municipal land transfer tax
- $42,725
- Estimated closing costs
- $85,450
Plus your down payment of $450,000. 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
- $576,328
- Principal paid down
- $229,230
- Interest paid
- $347,098
- Balance remaining
- $1,570,770
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 RARE REAL ESTATE. MLS®/PropTx.