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Danforth Avenue

Danforth Avenue in Crescent Town, ON — shopping, food, parks.

Observation area · 13 parks & green spaces · 64 places to eat

— open now 233 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Danforth Avenue a good place to live?

Danforth Avenue has 59 parks and green spaces, 64 places to eat, and 145 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 51 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Danforth Avenue?

There are 51 homes for sale in and around Danforth Avenue, priced from $900 to $1,988,000 (median about $899,900). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Danforth Avenue known for?

Danforth Avenue is known locally for landmarks like Observation area, its 64-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Danforth Avenue this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Danforth Avenue, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Danforth Avenue best for?

Based on what's here, Danforth Avenue suits families and the outdoors, food lovers, shopping and errands.

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    Three hand-picked days through Danforth Avenue, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning The Bothy Cafe
    2. Stroll Stephenson Park Park
    3. Lunch Sultan Shawarma & Falafel Restaurant
    4. Treat St Clair Ice Cream Parlour Ice cream
    5. Browse Metro Supermarket
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Taylor Creek Trail 2.1 km
    2. Picnic East Toronto Athletic Field Park
    3. Grab a bite Diamond Pizza Quick bite
    4. Run around Ed McCleverty equal access playground Playground
    5. Casual dinner Pizza Nova Pizza
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Observation area Viewpoint
    2. Coffee Press Books Coffee Vinyl Cafe
    3. Local shop FreshCo Supermarket
    4. Dinner out Shirley Restaurant Restaurant
    5. Tonight Rogers Centre Ballpark Tours Sat Jun 20
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Danforth Avenue? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Danforth Avenue and the surrounding area.

    New Report Finds Ontario Will Need More Than One Million University-Educated Workers Over the Next Decade - Ontario's UniversitiesOntario News · Jun 18Ontario needs 60,000 more university grads in these key areas over next decade - Toronto StarOntario News · Jun 18Ontario's legislature is set for its shortest sitting in decades. Here's what it means for the Ford government - CBCOntario News · Jun 18Dangerous thunderstorms possible for most of eastern Ontario Thursday - CBCOntario News · Jun 18Severe storms shift into eastern Ontario, Quebec, risk of heavy rain and winds - The Weather NetworkOntario News · Jun 18Tornado warnings issued in eastern Ontario end as line of thunderstorms move through - CTV NewsOntario News · Jun 18
    Get directions Parking · 42 lots Where to stay — of 39 open now

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    Good to know

    What is there to do in Danforth Avenue?

    Danforth Avenue has 13 parks and green spaces, 64 places to eat, and landmarks like Observation area. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Danforth Avenue?

    Most of Danforth Avenue is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Danforth Avenue?

    Danforth Avenue sits in Crescent Town, Ontario, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Danforth Avenue?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Danforth Avenue, and can connect you with a local agent.