Listed for:Listed 1 day ago
$799,000

279 Brunswick Avenue

Toronto (University), ON M5S 2M6

Semi-Detached House For Sale
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Sale & Price History for 279 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, University

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About 279 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, University

Summarized Description

  • Victorian home ready for renovation or redevelopment.
  • Spacious 2,500 sq ft over four levels.
  • Open layout designed for modern living.
  • Potential for income units or live/work space.
  • Rare laneway parking for two cars available.
  • Prime location near cafes and transit.
  • High Walk, Transit, and Bike Scores.
  • Sold in as-is condition with no warranties.

Attention investors, renovators, contractors and builders. This red brick Victorian sits in the sought-after University neighbourhood, just half a block from Bloor, and is ready for its next chapter. With approximately 2,500 sq ft over four levels, this home is ready to be rebuilt around your vision. Picture generous principal rooms and an open, light-filled layout designed around the way you live. Rebuild it as a family home that honours its Victorian heritage, add income units, create a distinctive live/work space, or explore the potential for a laneway house. For an experienced buyer, the upside here is significant. Everyday living is right outside the door: the cafes, restaurants and grocers of Bloor and College, with Spadina Station (Lines 1 and 2) about 3 minutes on foot. Laneway parking for possibly two cars is a rare bonus this close to Bloor. Top-rated schools, the University of Toronto, the downtown hospitals and the core are all close by. Walk Score 99, Transit Score 99, Bike Score 100.The property has sustained fire damage and is being sold strictly in "as is, where is" condition, with no representations or warranties whatsoever by the Seller. Buyers are encouraged to do their own due diligence regarding condition, permits, future use, redevelopment potential, laneway house eligibility, taxes and construction costs.

Key Facts & Features

Property Costs

Annual Property Tax Amount
$8,594
Land Transfer Tax Fee
$24,910

Basement Type
Full, Unfinished, Development Potential

Interior Features

Interior Extras
Water Heater Owned, Water Meter
Fireplace/Stove
No
Elevator
No

Exterior Features

Pool
None
Property Features
Fenced Yard, Hospital, Library, Public Transit, Rec./Commun.Centre, School

Building

Building Type
Semi-Detached
Building Style
2 1/2 Storey

Construction

Exterior Finish
Brick
Roof
Unknown
Foundation Details
Unknown
Special Designation
Unknown

Lot

Lot Front
17.33 ft
Lot Depth
120.00 ft

Inclusions

Inclusions
Everything as seen at the property.

Parking & Garages

Garage Type
None
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Spaces
2
Total Garage And Parking Spaces
2

Heating & Cooling

Heat Source
Gas
Heat Type
Water
Air Conditioning
None
Water
Municipal
Sewers
Sewer

Bedrooms
4
Washrooms
3
Kitchens
3

Room sizes

  • Kitchen—
    Third level, Combined w/Dining
  • Living Room—
    Second level
  • Bedroom 2—
    Main level
  • Bedroom—
    Main level
  • Kitchen—
    Main level
  • Bedroom—
    Second level
  • Foyer—
    Main level
  • Living Room—
    Second level
  • Other—
    Third level, Balcony
  • Other—
    Lower level
  • Living Room—
    Main level
  • Bathroom—
    Second level
  • Bathroom—
    Main level
  • Dining Room—
    Main level
  • Bathroom—
    Third level
  • Kitchen—
    Second level, Combined w/Dining
  • Bathroom—
    Lower level
  • Study—
    Main level
  • Other—
    Second level, Balcony
  • Bedroom—
    Third level
  • Kitchen—
    Lower level

Washrooms

  • 4-piece, Main
  • 4-piece, Second
  • 4-piece, Third

Municipality
Toronto
Neighbourhood
University
Main cross streets
Spadina and Bloor
Directions
Spadina and Bloor

MLS® number
C14112804
Data source
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Listed on
2026-10-23
Updated on
2026-10-23
Days on market
1 day
Possession date
2026-11-30
Possession type
Immediate
Co-op commission
2%
Seller
Listed by
RE/MAX WEST REALTY INC.

Home Market Value

Current home valuation for 279 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, University, Toronto, ON. Listed for $799,000

HOMEH Estimate

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$838,950

Estimated Sales Range

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$662,771 - $1,015,130

HOMEH Estimate for 279 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, University

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$838,950Medium confidence
Based on 4 comparable properties
− $39,950 (5%) below our estimate — Good deal!
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Land Transfer Tax

Provincial

$12,455

Municipal (Toronto)

$12,455

Total Land Transfer Tax

$24,910

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