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    Rathnelly Community Profile from Toronto’s Best Realtor

    Rathnelly

    Overview

    Located at the bottom of the Avenue Road Hill, Rathnelly is a beautiful Toronto neighbourhood with a little enclave of homes. Many of the residents are artists, academics, writers and media people. The people in Rathnelly organize a one-of-a-kind street festival held almost every year. This festival is known for its anticipated pancake breakfast that many people get excited for. 

    The neighbourhood has new and colourful street signs that proudly show the Republic of Rathnelly name and crest. Rathnelly is able to attract homebuyers that are looking for a central location with minimal car traffic and access to wonderful parks and ravines nearby. This neighbourhood is great for schools as it is close to the notably Brown Public Schools wich offers a respected French Immersion program. 

    History

    The Rathnelly neighbourhood began around the former Rathnelly house constructed in 1830 by William McMaster. McMaster chose the name Rathnelly because he was born in Rathnelly, Ireland. This estate stood strong until the 1880’s when it was sold to developers. The neighbourhood began developing shortly after. 

    This Toronto neighbourhood gained popularity in 1967 when everyone was celebrating Canada’s 100th birthday. During these celebrations, residents in Rathnelly declared themselves as an independent republic of Canada. To make it official, the people in Rathnelly elected a queen, organized a parade, gathered 1,000 helium balloons, and issued Republic of Rathnelly passports to all residents. The annual celebration still continues to this day. 

    Real Estate

    This Toronto neighbouhood features many Victorian homes that are shaded by a canopy of silver maple trees. The majority of homes are solid brick detached and semi-detached that were built between 1880 and 1910. They feature elegant brick Victorian homes with high ceilings and period detail. Some homeowners are renovating and transforming older traditional homes into open and bright contemporary spaces.

    Lifestyle

    Residents in Rathnelly have a variety of opportunities for shopping in this area. Within walking distance is a small pocket of exclusive shops and restaurants, gathered around the southwest corner of Davenport and Avenue Roads. The Bloor-Yorkville shopping district is just south of Davenport Road, and east of Avenue Road. This shopping district includes an impressive array of international retailers, antique shops, art galleries, and a myriad of coffee shops, cafes and restaurants.

    Those looking to get active in this neighbourhood have plenty of options. The Brown Community Centre and School includes an indoor pool, a gymnasium, a baseball diamond and two tennis courts. There is also access to the Nordheimer Ravine and Nature Trail off of Boulton Drive. This ravine connects to Sir Winston Churchill Park which features ten floodlit tennis courts, a wading pool and a children;s playground.

    Transportation

    Residents in Rathnelly have the Avenue Road bus which has rush hour service to and from downtown, The Davenport Road bus brings passengers to Bay Street station on the Bloor-Danforth subway line. Residents also have access to the St. Clair streetcar which connects to the St. Clair subway station on the Yonge-University-Spadina subway line. Motorists are only minutes from Toronto’s business and entertainment districts, and 20 minutes to Lake Shore Boulevard and Highway 401.

    Looking to Buy Real Estate in Rathnelly?

    If you’re taken with the urge to explore real estate in Rathnelly, let us know if you have any questions. With 30 years of experience helping 1,000’s of GTA residents buy and sell property, we can address any pressing questions you may have. Take advantage of the best realtors in Toronto and the GTA.

    Contact us to get started on your real estate journey in Rathnelly or call us at (416) 917-5466. One of our representatives would be happy to assist.

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