243 Florence Ave Toronto near Yonge St & Sheppard Ave W | Double Car Garage Detached home for sale

Description

An extraordinary expression of architectural distinction and refined craftsmanship, 243 Florence Avenue presents a custom-designed residence where sophisticated design, premium finishes, and advanced technology converge to create an exceptional living experience. Offering 3,572 sq. ft. across the main and second floors, complemented by an additional 1,354 sq. ft. of finished lower-level living space, this remarkable home is defined by its generous proportions and impressive ceiling heights. Ten-foot ceilings on the main and second floors, a dramatic 14-foot office ceiling, and 13-foot ceilings in the lower level create a magnificent sense of volume and openness. Designed for elevated family living, the residence features six bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, offering exceptional privacy and comfort for family and guests. The chef-inspired kitchen is appointed with premium Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, while three electric fireplaces and a gas fireplace in the lower level add warmth and ambiance throughout the home. Thoughtfully curated features include an integrated smart-home system, a dedicated server area with access to the dining room, an elegant wine cellar, and two conveniently located laundry areas on the second floor and lower level. The home features a professionally engineered central furnace and air conditioning system, complemented by two independent boilers. One boiler is dedicated to driveway heating, while the second provides high-capacity hot water for all six bathrooms and radiant floor heating throughout the lower level. The entrance porch and exterior steps are also equipped with electric heating systems. Designed using detailed engineering calculations, the heating and cooling systems incorporate automatic thermostat controls and a temperature sensor positioned at the highest ceiling point to help maintain the desired indoor temperature.

Features

Facing: South
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 7
Garages: 2
Kitchens: 1

Details

Lot size: 40.00 x 128.92 Feet
Space: 3500-5000
Tax: $ 0.00
C14025326
Listing contracted with: HAMMOND INTERNATIONAL PROPERTIES LIMITED

Room	Size(M)	Description
Living Rm	5.28x3.91
Dining Rm	5.48x3.91
Kitchen	6.91x4.04
Family Rm	6.33x5.28
Study	3.53x3.43
Primary B	5.59x4.75
2nd Br	4.50x3.61
3rd Br	3.96x3.61
4th Br	4.09x3.48
Recreatio	8.94x5.41
Br	3.20x2.85

Bathroom	Pieces	Level
1xBath	2 pcs
1xBath	5 pcs
4xBaths	3 pcs
1xBath	4 pcs

Property Summary

Located close to the intersection of Yonge St & Sheppard Ave W, 243 Florence Ave is a 5+1 bedrooms 7 washrooms Detached. The unit has a Double Built-In Parking Spaces. The property has a finished Walk-Up basement. The property has many nice features including Sauna, Water Heater Owned, Sump Pump, Countertop Range and Central Vacuum. Living Room Rm, Dinning Room Rm, Kitchen, Family Room Rm and Study Room are on the Main floor.

Home Market Analysis

For Sale

For Lease

Comparable home values have increased 32.4% compared with the same period last year.

Rent levels have decreased 18.2% compared with the same period last year.

Recent Comparable Value Range

$2,220,000 – $3,180,000

Recent 6-Month Rent Range

$2,500 – $5,650/month

How This Home Compares

Market Temperature

Strong Buyer's Market

Strong SellerSellerBalancedBuyerStrong Buyer

High inventory strongly favours buyers of similar homes.

Typical Selling Time

61 Days

Similar homes are selling in about 61 days, slower than the same period last year.

Price Position

36.3% Higher

The asking price is above the estimated value of comparable homes.

Local Area Profile

This property is located in a predominantly owner-occupied residential area with housing made up primarily of detached homes. Approximately 80% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, while about 8% have a college credential. Most local commuters travel by car, while a smaller share use public transit.

School Information

Elementary Schools
Cameron Public School (Grade: JK - 5) | School Boundary

Home school

Distance to school: 0.2 km (~3 min walk)
Willowdale Middle School (Grade: 6 - 8) | School Boundary

French Immersion school

Distance to school: 1.6 km (~29 min walk)
ST EDWARD (Grade: JK - 8) | School Boundary

Catholic French Immersion school

Distance to school: 0.9 km (~15 min walk)
ST CYRIL (Grade: JK - 8)

Catholic French Immersion school

Distance to school: 2.5 km (~7 min drive)
ST MARGARET (Grade: 5 - 8)

Catholic French Immersion school

Rank: 687 out of 3022 (Score: 7.3)

Distance to school: 2.2 km (~6 min drive)
Secondary Schools
Northview Heights Secondary School (Grade: 9 - 12) | School Boundary

Home school

Rank: 219/746 (Score: 7.0) 5 year average: 191/746 (Score: 7.0)

Distance to school: 2.8 km (~8 min drive)
Cardinal Carter-Arts (Grade: 9-12)

Catholic School

Distance to school: 1.5 km (~26 min walk)
Loretto Abbey (Grade: 9-12)

Catholic French Immersion school

Rank: 259/746 (Score: 6.8) 5 year average: 205/746 (Score: 6.9)

Distance to school: 1.9 km (~33 min walk)

Location

Community Overview

243 Florence Ave is at the Heart of Lansing-Westgate Community. Lansing-Westgate runs from Bathurst Street on the west to York Cemetery and Funeral Centre on the north, Yonge Street on the east, and Highway 401 on the south. It is home to the fourth busiest subway station in Toronto, Sheppard-Yonge station. Some elder houses have been gradually transformed into custom-built modern homes since early 2000. In past 3 months, 16 Detached homes were sold at average of $1.98M. About 53% of the residents are of European Origin, and 25% are of East and Southeast Asia origin. In 243 Florence Ave neighbourhood, you will find many residents are Chinese, Irish, Scottish, English, and Italian. Several buses operated by Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) are also in service throughout the community. With a community center, Earl Bales Park spreads across 127 acres of land and offers kids' playgrounds, an outdoor amphitheater, memorials, paved walking/cycling trails, picnic sites, and fire pits. The Yonge Street shopping corridor is brimming with restaurants, banks, coffee shops, and many professional service stores. Lansing-Westgate is a beautiful community with many young families moving to the area to enjoy the fantastic amenities and super convenient public transportation.