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Corktown/Distillery

One of Toronto’s oldest neighborhoods that is revitalized with new developments, parks, restaurants, and boutiques.

Property Listings

Listing courtesy of CENTURY 21 UNITED REALTY INC.

$3,650,000 CAD

5,597 Sq.Ft. For Sale

2 Eastern Avenue 4, Toronto C08, ON M5A 3J4

MLS®: C8266440

Listing courtesy of GATE REAL ESTATE INC.

$1,679,000 CAD

2,881 Sq.Ft. For Sale

489 King Street E, Toronto C08, ON M5A 1L9

MLS®: C12227144

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX WEST VICKY HSU GROUP REALTY

$1,625,000 CAD

5 bd 3 ba For Sale

28 Eastern Avenue TH105, Toronto C08, ON M5A 0Y2

MLS®: C12235094

Listing courtesy of RIGHT AT HOME REALTY

$1,599,000 CAD

2,316 Sq.Ft. For Sale

394 King Street E, Toronto C08, ON M5A 1K9

MLS®: C12450287

Listing courtesy of RIGHT AT HOME REALTY

$1,599,000 CAD

2 bd 3 ba For Sale

394 King Street E, Toronto C08, ON M5A 1K9

MLS®: C12449684

Listing courtesy of REAL BROKER ONTARIO LTD.

$1,168,000 CAD

3 bd 2 ba For Sale

51 St Paul Street, Toronto C08, ON M5A 3H2, CA

MLS®: C12516962

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX URBAN TORONTO TEAM REALTY INC.

$999,900 CAD

2 ba 1,200 Sq.Ft. For Sale

502 King Street E, Toronto C08, ON M5A 1M1

MLS®: C12376979

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX URBAN TORONTO TEAM REALTY INC.

$999,900 CAD

2 bd 2 ba For Sale

502 King Street E, Toronto C08, ON M5A 1M1, CA

MLS®: C12377063

Listing courtesy of BAKER REAL ESTATE INCORPORATED

$875,000 CAD

3 bd 2 ba For Sale

28 Eastern Avenue 527, Toronto C08, ON M5A 0Y2, CA

MLS®: C12438495

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Welcome to Corktown/Distillery

As demand for houses continues to skyrocket, condos have become an appealing alternative for young families. In Corktown and the Distillery District, two historic and walkable neighbourhoods just east of downtown, many new developments include two- and three-bedroom units plus kid-friendly amenities. The area spans Parliament Street to the Don River, and from Queen Street East south to the railway tracks.

Culture & Lifestyle

One of Toronto’s oldest neighbourhoods, Corktown was an Irish working-class settlement that was largely demolished in the 1960s to make way for highway expansion. Efforts to revitalize led to the ongoing construction of the West Don Lands, including the thoughtfully designed Corktown Commons Park. New health food restaurants, coffee shops, and fitness studios are filling up surrounding storefront spaces. A short walk south of Front, the old Gooderham & Worts Distillery is now a cobblestone-paved mini-city of art galleries, bars, restaurants, and boutiques.

Schools & Rankings

Four public elementary schools serve this mixed-income, up-and-coming area: Nelson Mandela Park Public School, Market Lane Junior and Senior Public School, St. Paul’s Catholic School, and Downtown Alternative School, the latter ranking in Ontario’s top 5 percent. Inglenook Community School, a tiny alternative high school for grades 11 and 12 only, is also highly regarded.

Market Trends

The average condo apartment sold for $738,000 in the fourth quarter of 2020, down 7 percent from a year prior after a flood of new listings doubled the number of available units. Properties sat on the market an average of 24 days.

Corktown/Distillery Favourites

According to The Richards Group Team!

Best Bar - Gusto 501
Best Activity - Distillery District
Best Coffee - Dark Horse Espresso
Best Restaurant -El Catrin
Best Park - Corktown Common
Best Shop -St Lawrence Market

Overview for Corktown/Distillery, Ontario

2,621 people live in Corktown/Distillery, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $115,200. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

2,621

Total Population

36 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$115,200

Average individual Income

Around Corktown/Distillery, Ontario

There's plenty to do around Corktown/Distillery, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

98

Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

99

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score

92

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Ako Sushi & Tea / Onezo Tapioca, True History Brewing, and Fahrenheit Coffee.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Ako Sushi & Tea / Onezo Tapioca page on Yelp Search 973 Coxwell Avenue on Google Maps	Dining	3.24 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the True History Brewing page on Yelp Search 1154 St Clair Aveanue W on Google Maps	Dining	4.44 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fahrenheit Coffee page on Yelp Search 49 Spadina Avenue on Google Maps	Dining	1.88 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Classic Juice page on Yelp Search 287 Coxwell Avenue on Google Maps	Dining	2.39 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the East York Deli page on Yelp Search 903 Coxwell Ave on Google Maps	Dining	3.13 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Slice Of Toronto page on Yelp Search 968 St. Clair Avenue W on Google Maps	Dining	4.2 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Old School Muay Thai page on Yelp Search 254 Niagara Street on Google Maps	Active	2.58 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Aspire Lounge page on Yelp Search 2 Eireann Quay on Google Maps	Nightlife	2.46 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Brows By Yael page on Yelp Search 1144 Queen Street E on Google Maps	Beauty	1.36 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Porcelain Room page on Yelp Search 97 Scollard Street on Google Maps	Beauty	1.97 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Raffaello Salon page on Yelp Search 132 Cumberland Street on Google Maps	Beauty	1.95 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Saul's Beauty Shop page on Yelp Search 904 Dundas Street W on Google Maps	Beauty	2.65 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair Holistic Studio page on Yelp Search 521 Bloor Street W on Google Maps	Beauty	2.57 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Le Bigoudi Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 1 Linnsmore Crescent on Google Maps	Beauty	2.39 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Barking Iron Barbershop page on Yelp Search 1640 Queen Street W on Google Maps	Beauty	4.3 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Prestige Studio For Men page on Yelp Search Sheraton Hotel Concourse Level on Google Maps	Beauty	1.26 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the I Love Mom Tattoo Studio page on Yelp Search 2145 Danforth Avenue on Google Maps	Beauty	3.23 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Corktown/Distillery, Ontario

Population Households Employment

Corktown/Distillery has 1,662 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Corktown/Distillery do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

2,621

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36

Median Age

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Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,662

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$115,200

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Schools in Corktown/Distillery, Ontario

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The following schools are within or nearby Corktown/Distillery. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

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Communities

Like every good east-ender, we wear our local pride on our sleeves but keep it low-key. Let's unlock which community is right for you.

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Greenwood/Coxwell
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