MLS® listing
159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue: semi-detached house for sale
$3,495,000
From the listing brokerage
Exceptional LYTTON PARK / Yonge & Eglinton Investment Opportunity - Two Lots, Endless Potential! Rarely does an opportunity like this come along in the highly sought-after Yonge & Eglinton neighbourhood. Presenting 159 and 163 Briar Hill Avenue, two adjoining semi-detached properties offered together, featuring a combined 46 x 131.50 ft lot on the south side of the street. Partially tenanted and generating excellent monthly income, this unique offering presents an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking strong holding potential with future redevelopment possibilities. The two properties feature over 3,900 sq. ft. of total above-grade living space across four fully renovated residential units. At 159 Briar Hill, the main floor offers a 570 sq. ft. one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, while the upper levels feature a spacious 1,375 sq. ft. two-bedroom, one-bathroom suite spanning the second and third floors, complete with a private rooftop deck. At 163 Briar Hill, the thoughtfully mirrored layout includes a 590 sq. ft. one-bedroom, one bathroom apartment and a 1,370 sq. ft. two-bedroom, one-bathroom upper-level suite, also featuring its own rooftop deck. All four units have been fully renovated, offering modern, move-in-ready accommodations and an attractive income-producing asset. Additional features include an outdoor kitchen, ensuite laundry in the two upper units and shared lower level laundry for the main floor units and convenient rear parking for up to four vehicles. Ideally positioned in one of Toronto's most desirable and established neighbourhoods, close to all the conveniences of Yonge & Eglinton including transit, shops, restaurants and everyday amenities plus fabulous public & private schools. Whether held as a lucrative long-term investment or explored for future redevelopment potential, this is a rare opportunity to secure two adjoining properties with exceptional flexibility and upside in a premier Toronto location.
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 3500-5000 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2 1/2 Storey |
| Basement | Unfinished |
| Lot width | 46 |
| Lot depth | 131.5 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | South |
| Parking spaces | 4 |
| Garage | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Kitchens | 4 |
| Rooms | 20 |
| Property tax | $11,648 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Parking | Mutual |
| Interior features | None |
| Features | Public Transit, School, Library, Hospital, Rec./Commun.Centre, Place Of Worship |
Listing courtesy of CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED. MLS® C14141046.
About this semi-detached house
159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue is a 6 bedroom semi-detached house in TRREB's Lawrence Park South community in Toronto, listed for sale at $3,495,000. The listing shows 4 bathrooms and 3500-5000 square feet. The style is given as 2 1/2 storey. The lot is listed as 46 by 131.5 feet. The listing gives the basement as unfinished. It comes with 4 parking spaces according to the listing. The nearest main intersection given is Yonge St / Eglinton Ave W.
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 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue
At the asking price of $3,495,000, 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 | $3,495,000 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $73,850 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $83,255 |
| Both taxes | $157,105 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $699,000 |
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. The rates above $2,000,000 used here are the ones for a home with one or two single family residences. A property with more units is taxed differently. 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) | $11,648 a year, about $971 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 $3,495,000, which is $2,514,000 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, 46 by 131.5 feet.
- Ask about permits. Ask which renovations had building permits and whether those permits were closed. The listing shows 4 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. 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.
About Lawrence Park
Two TRREB communities on either side of Lawrence station on Line 1, where detached houses made up 92 of 117 sales from April to June 2026. Medians were $1,922,500 in Lawrence Park North and $2,550,000 in Lawrence Park South (TRREB).
Transit: Line 1 at Lawrence station, with Eglinton station (Line 1 and Line 5) and Avenue station (Line 5) at the south edge. TTC buses 97 Yonge, 61 Avenue Rd North and 103 Mount Pleasant North
| Property type | Median | Sales and average |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence Park North, all property types | Median $1,922,500 | 52 sales, average $2,094,787 |
| Lawrence Park North, detached | About $2,091,000 | 40 sales, average about $2,236,000 |
| Lawrence Park North, semi-detached | About $1,700,000 | 10 sales, average about $1,778,000 |
| Lawrence Park North, condo apartment | No price reported | 2 sales |
| Lawrence Park South, all property types | Median $2,550,000 | 65 sales, average $2,616,006 |
| Lawrence Park South, detached | About $2,728,000 | 52 sales, average about $2,889,000 |
| Lawrence Park South, condo apartment | About $1,100,000 | 9 sales, average about $1,296,000 |
| Lawrence Park South, other types | No price reported | 2 semi-detached, 1 freehold townhouse and 1 condo townhouse sale |
Source: TRREB community housing market reports, as set out in the guide.
Questions about Lawrence Park
Is Lawrence Park a good place to live?
It depends on your budget and transit needs. From April to June 2026 the detached median was about $2,091,000 in Lawrence Park North and about $2,728,000 in Lawrence Park South (TRREB). Lawrence station on Line 1 is 12 stops from Union station and the area has several City ravine parks and a public library branch on Yonge Street.
What is the difference between Lawrence Park North and Lawrence Park South?
They are separate TRREB communities. From April to June 2026 the all property types median was $1,922,500 in the north and $2,550,000 in the south. In the 2021 Census 18.3% of dwellings in Lawrence Park South were in apartment buildings of five or more storeys, against 3.4% in Lawrence Park North.
Is Lawrence Park close to the subway?
Lawrence station on Line 1 is at 3101 Yonge Street. Eglinton station (Line 1 and Line 5) and Avenue station (Line 5) are at the south edge.
Are there condos in Lawrence Park?
A few. TRREB recorded 9 condo apartment sales in Lawrence Park South from April to June 2026 with a median of about $1,100,000. There were 2 in Lawrence Park North.
Is Lawrence Park a heritage conservation district?
The City of Toronto lists a Blythwood Road heritage conservation district, created in 2005. Whether a house falls inside it depends on the exact address, so check with the City before you buy or plan changes.
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Questions about 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue?
At the asking price of $3,495,000 the Ontario tax is $73,850 and the Toronto tax is $83,255, $157,105 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 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue?
$699,000 at the asking price of $3,495,000, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue?
The listing shows $11,648 a year for 2026, about $971 a month.
Is 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $3,495,000. 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 $2,514,000 higher. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® C14141046. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 159 - 163 Briar Hill Avenue still for sale?
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