Riverdale & Riverside Homes | Toronto Charm & Views

Welcome to Riverdale/Riverside

This large neighbourhood south of Danforth to Lakeshore, bounded by the Don Valley to the west and Jones Avenue to the east, covers a wide range of housing types, cultural milieus and street vibes. The main landmark is the 100-acre Riverdale Park, which boasts the best views anywhere in the city and connects to Riverdale Farm and the Don Valley trails.

Culture & Lifestyle

Real estate here reflects the neighbourhood`s variety of demographics and life stages, from affluent North Riverdale`s renovated Victorian and Edwardian semis to brand-new condos at Broadview and Queen, in the mixed-income, up-and-coming area of Riverside (anchored by the hip new Broadview Hotel). Chinatown East centers around the intersection of Broadview and Gerrard, while Greektown extends eastward along Danforth.

Schools & Rankings

Families can expect to pay a premium for a home in the catchment areas of Pape Avenue Junior Public School, Withrow Avenue Junior Public School, and Frankland Community School, which consistently get top marks from the Fraser Institute. There are also two Catholic schools, Holy Name and Bon-Berger, as well as the private Montcrest School and several small alternative schools.

Market Trends

Semi-detached houses dominate the inventory here, with the average selling price in the fourth quarter of 2020 at $1.7 million, up a whopping 2 percent from the same period a year before. Properties stay on the market a mere eight days.

Riverdale/Riverside Favourites

According to The Richards Group Team

Best Beauty/Wellness - Marie Chairot / Apartment One and a Half
Best Shop - The Arts Market Leslieville
Best Coffee - Rooster Coffee House
Best Park - Riverdale Park
Best Bar - Broadview Rooftop
Best Restaurant - The Comrade

Overview for Riverdale/Riverside, Ontario

16,000 people live in Riverdale/Riverside, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $164,534. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

16,000

Total Population

42 years

Median Age

Medium

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

$164,534

Average individual Income

Around Riverdale/Riverside, Ontario

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

89

Very Walkable

Walking Score

77

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

99

Rider's Paradise

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Coal And Curry, Hooked, and Moments Cafe.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Coal And Curry page on Yelp Search 180 Baldwin Street on Google Maps	Dining	2.86 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hooked page on Yelp Search 1246 Danforth Avenue on Google Maps	Dining	1.12 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Moments Cafe page on Yelp Search 904 Dundas Street W on Google Maps	Dining	3.48 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Short Turn page on Yelp Search 576 Queen Street W on Google Maps	Dining	3.23 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bisou page on Yelp Search 350 Berkeley Street on Google Maps	Dining	1.22 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kish's Roti & Doubles page on Yelp Search 344 Queen Street E on Google Maps	Dining	1.39 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Artful Cakes page on Yelp Search 11 Stephenson Avenue on Google Maps	Dining · $$	2.36 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Levande Bakery & BBQ page on Yelp Search 798 Danforth Avenue on Google Maps	Dining	0.63 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bistro Five61 page on Yelp Search 561 Avenue Road on Google Maps	Dining	2.81 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Good Cheese page on Yelp Search 614 Gerrard Street E on Google Maps	Dining · $$	0.47 miles	15 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Old Flame Brewing page on Yelp Search 43 Tankhouse Lane on Google Maps	Dining	1.57 miles	11 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Old Town Bodega page on Yelp Search 402 King St E on Google Maps	Dining	1.4 miles	10 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the La Vegan page on Yelp Search 1450 Danforth Avenue on Google Maps	Dining	1.35 miles	19 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Wheels & Wings Hobbies page on Yelp Search 1880 Danforth Avenue on Google Maps	Shopping	1.83 miles	16 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Looking Glass Adventures page on Yelp Search 2944 Danforth Avenue on Google Maps	Active	3.07 miles	12 reviews	4.9/5 stars
Visit the Liquid Courage page on Yelp Search 348 Adelaide Street W on Google Maps	Nightlife	2.81 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Le Bigoudi Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 1 Linnsmore Crescent on Google Maps	Beauty	1.18 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Brows By Yael page on Yelp Search 349 Carlaw Avenue on Google Maps	Beauty	0.61 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rebel + Beauty page on Yelp Search 1300 Bay Street on Google Maps	Beauty	2.08 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Refine Cosmetic Clinic page on Yelp Search 131 Avenue Road on Google Maps	Beauty	2.33 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Hair Market Salon page on Yelp Search 125 Front Street E on Google Maps	Beauty	1.88 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elevated Body Adornment page on Yelp Search 2328 Queen Street E on Google Maps	Beauty	3.33 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lashes By LZ page on Yelp	Beauty	2.94 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Toronto Physiotherapy page on Yelp Search 442 Danforth on Google Maps	Beauty	0.39 miles	8 reviews	4.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Riverdale/Riverside, Ontario

Population Households Employment

Riverdale/Riverside has 6,785 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by Statistics Canada. Here’s what the people living in Riverdale/Riverside do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by Statistics Canada.

16,000

Total Population

Medium

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

42

Median Age

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Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

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

6,785

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$164,534

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Schools in Riverdale/Riverside, Ontario

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The following schools are within or nearby Riverdale/Riverside. 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

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Greenwood/Coxwell
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