MLS® listing
656 Shaw Street: duplex for sale
$1,348,800
From the listing brokerage
Rare Opportunity in the Heart of Shaw Street! Charming Legal Duplex on a Prime Corner Lot, ideally situated south of Bloor and north of Harbord. This sun-filled residence offers exceptional versatility and income potential. Featuring separate entrances, three kitchens, a detached brick garage, and a private backyard garden oasis. The main floor offers a kitchen overlooking the backyard, along with a convenient mudroom. The second floor features a second kitchen, primary bedroom, additional bedroom, and renovated 3-piece bathroom. The third-floor loft provides a charming private retreat. The lower level offers a separate rear entrance, kitchen, 4-piece bathroom, and private bar. Enjoy the convenience of laneway access and an unbeatable urban lifestyle. Steps to Terrazza Local Restaurant, Bickford Park, Bloor Subway Line 1, and an EV charging station conveniently located across the street. A unique opportunity for investors, multi-generational families, or those seeking flexible living arrangements in one of Toronto's most desirable neighbourhood!
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 1500-2000 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2 1/2 Storey |
| Basement | Finished, Separate Entrance |
| Lot width | 17.5 |
| Lot depth | 124.42 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | West |
| Parking spaces | 1 |
| Garage | Detached |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Kitchens | 3 |
| Property tax | $7,090 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Interior features | Other |
Listing courtesy of ENGEL & VOLKERS TORONTO CITY. MLS® C14142330.
About this duplex
656 Shaw Street is a 5 bedroom duplex in TRREB's Palmerston-Little Italy community in Toronto, listed for sale at $1,348,800. The listing shows 2 bathrooms and 1500-2000 square feet. The style is given as 2 1/2 storey. The lot is listed as 17.5 by 124.42 feet. The listing gives the basement as finished, separate entrance. It comes with 1 parking space and a detached garage according to the listing. The nearest main intersection given is Bloor St W./Harbord St.
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 656 Shaw Street
At the asking price of $1,348,800, 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 | $1,348,800 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $23,451 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $23,451 |
| Both taxes | $46,902 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $109,880 |
The down payment figure is the federal minimum: 5 percent of the first $500,000 and 10 percent of the rest. 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) | $7,090 a year, about $591 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.
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, 17.5 by 124.42 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. 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 656 Shaw Street
How much is land transfer tax on 656 Shaw Street?
At the asking price of $1,348,800 the Ontario tax is $23,451 and the Toronto tax is $23,451, $46,902 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 656 Shaw Street?
$109,880 at the asking price of $1,348,800, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 656 Shaw Street?
The listing shows $7,090 a year for 2026, about $591 a month.
How do I book a showing for 656 Shaw Street?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® C14142330. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 656 Shaw Street 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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