Leslieville

Leslieville is a vibrant, yet family-friendly neighborhood located in Toronto’s east end. Known for its charming blend of historic and contemporary elements, Leslieville boasts a unique, village-like atmosphere within the bustling city. The area is characterized by its tree-lined streets, Victorian-style homes, and an eclectic mix of boutiques, cafés, and restaurants. A hub for creative professionals, Leslieville has become a hotspot for art galleries, studios, and theaters. The neighborhood is also family-friendly, featuring numerous parks, playgrounds, and schools. The sense of community is strong, with regular farmers' markets, street festivals, and community events. Proximity to downtown Toronto and excellent public transit options make Leslieville a highly desirable area to both live in and visit.

History

Unlike many neighbourhoods in Toronto, Leslieville was never incorporated as a village or town. It was named after one of the original pioneers, George Leslie. Leslie owned a large nursery in the area and later became involved with politics and built up the neighbourhood around his property along Kingston Rd (now known as Queen St. E). Many of the residents were gardeners or worked at one of the area’s brick factories. Over the years, it became a prominent industry neighbourhood, hosting many factories including metal and tanneries. Many of those factories have since been converted into hard loft buildings or are vacant and awaiting redevelopment.

  • East of the Don River, bounded by the railway line and Gerrard Street to the north, Empire Avenue to the west, Eastern Avenue to the south and Coxwell Avenue to the east.

  • Leslieville has a diverse mix of home styles given its rich history. You can find original red-brick Victorian and Edwardian homes, arts and crafts bungalows, post-war semis and row houses, along with new modern townhouses, condos, and loft conversions. There is a healthy blend of detached, semi-detached, and row houses.

    • K-06

      • Leslieville Junior Public School, 254 Leslie Street

      • Morse Street Junior Public School, 180 Carlaw Avenue, (416) 393-9494

    • K-08

      • Duke of Connaught Junior and Senior Public School

      • Bruce Public School

      • St. Joseph Catholic School

      • Roden Public School

    • Grade 9-12

      • Riverdale Collegiate Institute

      • Monarch Park Collegiate Institute

      • Riverdale

  • The New York Times once hailed Leslieville as the next Williamsburg.

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