MLS® listing
227 Montrose Avenue: semi-detached house for sale
$1,749,999
From the listing brokerage
Welcome to 227 Montrose Avenue, a charming 1910-built 2.5 storey semi-detached home with ~1,650 sf of above grade living space, four bedrooms, two full updated bathrooms, a finished underpinned lower level and a versatile configuration in the heart of Palmerston-Little Italy. Rich in original character, the main level features 9' ceilings, a grand living room with hardwood floors, wood trim and a wood-burning fireplace with stone surround and wall sconces, an adjoining formal dining room & an updated eat-in kitchen with Cellini cabinetry, expanded through a rear addition to include a dedicated breakfast area. Four spacious bedrooms are arranged across the upper levels, where hardwood floors and original wood trim continue. Three kitchens and three separate entry points create excellent multi-use potential for multi-generational living, a nanny suite or a potential income-generating apartment (subject to approvals), or the additional kitchens could easily be converted to bedrooms. The professionally underpinned lower level features ~8 ceilings and adds substantial finished living space, along with a dedicated laundry room, two cantinas/cold rooms and extensive storage beneath the rear addition. Outdoor spaces include a rear patio for dining and entertaining plus a private third-floor rooftop patio accessed from the primary bedroom. A solid-block detached double garage accommodates two cars and offers direct laneway access with potential to explore a future laneway suite. Additional updates include a sump pump, gas furnace, central air and a newer roof. Steps from College Street's restaurants, cafés and shops, with Christie Pits, Bickford Park, U of T, Bloor Street shops, Kensington Market, College streetcar & Christie subway nearby. Well-regarded local schools include Montrose JPS, Harbord CI, Pope Francis Catholic & St. Mary Catholic Academy. A character-filled Toronto home with significant improvements, versatile living options and exciting laneway potential.
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 1500-2000 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2 1/2 Storey |
| Basement | Finished, Separate Entrance |
| Lot width | 16.5 |
| Lot depth | 110 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | East |
| Parking spaces | 2 |
| Garage | Detached |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Kitchens | 3 |
| Property tax | $7,218 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Parking | Lane |
| Interior features | Water Heater, Sump Pump, Auto Garage Door Remote, Guest Accommodations, Floor Drain, In-Law Suite |
| Features | Public Transit, School, Park, Fenced Yard, Rec./Commun.Centre, Hospital |
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS INC.. MLS® C13796430.
About this semi-detached house
227 Montrose Avenue is a 4 bedroom semi-detached house in TRREB's Palmerston-Little Italy community in Toronto, listed for sale at $1,749,999. The listing shows 2 bathrooms and 1500-2000 square feet. The style is given as 2 1/2 storey. The lot is listed as 16.5 by 110 feet. The listing gives the basement as finished, separate entrance. It comes with 2 parking spaces and a detached garage according to the listing. The nearest main intersection given is College Street and Montrose Avenue.
These details come from the listing brokerage through TRREB's MLS® System. Room sizes, the lot, the taxes and what is included in the sale should all be confirmed before an offer is firm.
What it costs to buy 227 Montrose Avenue
At the asking price of $1,749,999, a buyer pays two land transfer taxes on closing: the Ontario tax and the City of Toronto's municipal tax. Both apply to every home inside the City.
| Asking price | $1,749,999 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $31,475 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $31,475 |
| Both taxes | $62,950 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $350,000 |
The down payment figure is the federal minimum: 20 percent, because a home at $1.5 million or more cannot carry mortgage default insurance. A lender can ask for more. These figures use the asking price, so they change if you pay more or less. Legal fees, title insurance and adjustments are extra: ask your lawyer for a written quote. This is general information, not legal or tax advice. Confirm the figures with a lawyer or accountant. You can change the price in our land transfer tax calculator and our mortgage calculator.
What it costs to own each month
| Property tax (2026) | $7,218 a year, about $602 a month |
|---|
That is before a mortgage payment, home insurance and utilities. The listing shows no monthly maintenance fee, so upkeep of the building and the lot is the owner's own cost.
How the asking price compares
TRREB recorded 159 semi-detached house sales in the City of Toronto in August 2026, at a median price of $981,000 and an average of $1,110,639. This home is listed at $1,749,999, which is $768,999 above that median.
The median covers every neighbourhood, size and condition in the City of Toronto, so it is a reference point and not a valuation of this home. Location, size, lot, parking and condition all move the price. Our Toronto house prices page has the figures for every home type.
What to check before you make an offer
- Book a home inspection. An inspector looks at the roof, foundation, wiring, plumbing and heating. The listing gives the heating as forced air.
- Have a lawyer search the title. A title search shows mortgages, liens and easements registered against the property. Ask whether a survey exists and whether it matches the lot on the listing, 16.5 by 110 feet.
- Ask about permits. Ask which renovations had building permits and whether those permits were closed. The listing shows 3 kitchens. If there is a second unit, ask whether it meets the municipality's rules for one.
- Confirm what is included. Appliances, light fixtures and window coverings are included only if the agreement says so. Ask whether the water heater or furnace is rented.
- Get your financing in writing. A lender looks at the property tax and heating costs as well as the price.
- See it in person. The listing has a virtual tour, but photos do not show noise, light at different hours or the state of the street and the homes beside it.
Our first-time home buyer guide and our page for buyers walk through each step. This is general information, not legal advice. Confirm the details with a lawyer.
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Questions about 227 Montrose Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 227 Montrose Avenue?
At the asking price of $1,749,999 the Ontario tax is $31,475 and the Toronto tax is $31,475, $62,950 in total. A first-time buyer who qualifies can get up to $8,475 back. Confirm the final figures with your lawyer.
What is the minimum down payment for 227 Montrose Avenue?
$350,000 at the asking price of $1,749,999, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 227 Montrose Avenue?
The listing shows $7,218 a year for 2026, about $602 a month.
Is 227 Montrose Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $1,749,999. The August 2026 median for semi-detached house sales in the City of Toronto was $981,000 across 159 sales, so the asking price is $768,999 higher. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 227 Montrose Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® C13796430. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 227 Montrose Avenue still for sale?
This page is refreshed from TRREB's MLS® System through the day. If the listing sells or is withdrawn the page says so. Contact us to confirm before you make plans.
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