MLS® listing
174 Heward Avenue: detached house for sale
$2,499,000
From the listing brokerage
ONE OF A KIND! A remarkable century home in Leslieville with a professionally designed soundproof music studio! Welcome to the Grand Dame of Heward Avenue, one of Leslieville's most picturesque tree-lined streets. This charming 6-bedroom Edwardian has been lovingly restored, preserving exceptional period details including cove ceilings, stained glass, ceiling medallions, oak trim, quarter-sawn white oak and maple hardwood floors, decorative fireplaces and a gracious curved front porch with ornate original pillars and balusters. A true architectural time capsule, thoughtfully updated for modern living. Downstairs, discover the expansive soundproof floating music studio designed by Pilchner Schoustal Inc., featuring 9-foot ceilings, large windows and warm birchwood floors. A dream space for musicians, recording artists and creatives, it also offers endless possibilities as a recreation room, home theatre, office, gym or private in-law suite. Upstairs, two bedrooms have been converted to a family room and second-floor laundry. Both upper floors offer west-facing CN Tower views, while the third-floor primary suite features a full bathroom and adjoining bedroom, ideal for a nursery, office or dressing room. Set on a generous 25 x 118 ft. lot with a beautiful perennial garden and coveted two-car garage. Close to shops, restaurants, the Beach, Danforth, highways and downtown, plus it's in the catchment area for Riverdale CI and Morse PS (French Immersion)! New subway/GO transit hub slated for 2030. Note: laneway suite and expansion potential! A truly special home on a street known for wonderful neighbours, lively street parties and fantastic Halloween festivities!
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 2000-2500 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2 1/2 Storey |
| Basement | Finished with Walk-Out |
| Lot width | 25 |
| Lot depth | 118 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | West |
| Parking spaces | 2 |
| Garage | Detached |
| Heating | Radiant |
| Cooling | Wall Unit(s) |
| Kitchens | 1 |
| Property tax | $7,788 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Parking | Lane |
| Interior features | Auto Garage Door Remote, In-Law Capability, Sump Pump, Water Heater Owned |
| Features | Fenced Yard, Public Transit, Park, School, Rec./Commun.Centre, Library |
| View | City |
Listing courtesy of REAL ESTATE HOMEWARD. MLS® E13858282.
About this detached house
174 Heward Avenue is a 6 bedroom detached house in TRREB's South Riverdale community in Toronto, listed for sale at $2,499,000. The listing shows 3 bathrooms and 2000-2500 square feet. The style is given as 2 1/2 storey. The lot is listed as 25 by 118 feet. The listing gives the basement as finished with walk-out. It comes with 2 parking spaces and a detached garage according to the listing. The nearest main intersection given is Pape & Queen.
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 174 Heward Avenue
At the asking price of $2,499,000, 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 | $2,499,000 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $48,950 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $48,950 |
| Both taxes | $97,900 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $499,800 |
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) | $7,788 a year, about $649 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 550 detached house sales in the City of Toronto in August 2026, at a median price of $1,170,000 and an average of $1,525,749. This home is listed at $2,499,000, which is $1,329,000 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 radiant.
- 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, 25 by 118 feet.
- Ask about permits. Ask which renovations had building permits and whether those permits were closed.
- 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.
About Riverdale
Two TRREB communities east of the Don River, with four Line 2 stations along the north edge and four streetcar routes running east and west. Semi-detached houses are the largest single group of sales.
Transit: Line 2 Bloor Danforth at Broadview, Chester, Pape and Donlands stations; 501 Queen, 504 King, 505 Dundas and 506 Carlton streetcars; 72 Pape bus
| Property type | Median | Sales and average |
|---|---|---|
| North Riverdale: all property types | $1,799,000 | 37 sales, average $1,864,965 |
| North Riverdale: semi-detached | About $1,780,000 | 26 sales, average about $1,829,000 |
| North Riverdale: detached | About $2,400,000 | 8 sales, average about $2,303,000 |
| South Riverdale: all property types | $1,257,500 | 122 sales, average $1,247,653 |
| South Riverdale: detached | About $1,805,000 | 17 sales, average about $1,856,000 |
| South Riverdale: semi-detached | About $1,464,000 | 40 sales, average about $1,441,000 |
| South Riverdale: freehold townhouse (TRREB att/row/townhouse) | About $1,297,000 | 23 sales, average about $1,404,000 |
| South Riverdale: condo townhouse | About $705,000 | 11 sales, average about $834,000 |
| South Riverdale: condo apartment | About $605,000 | 31 sales, average about $696,000 |
Source: TRREB community housing market reports, as set out in the guide.
Questions about Riverdale
Is Riverdale a good place to live?
On transit and housing choice it covers a lot of ground. There are four Line 2 stations and four streetcar routes and from April to June 2026 South Riverdale alone recorded sales in every property type from condo apartments near $605,000 to detached houses near $1,805,000 (TTC, TRREB).
What is the difference between North and South Riverdale?
TRREB reports them separately. From April to June 2026 North Riverdale had 37 sales at a median of $1,799,000, mostly semi-detached houses, while South Riverdale had 122 sales at a median of $1,257,500 across a wider mix that includes condos.
How much is a semi-detached house in Riverdale?
From April to June 2026 the semi-detached median was about $1,780,000 across 26 sales in North Riverdale and about $1,464,000 across 40 sales in South Riverdale (TRREB). These are chart readings, so treat them as approximate.
How many subway stops is Riverdale from Union station?
From Broadview station it is 3 stops west on Line 2 to Bloor-Yonge, then 6 stops south on Line 1 to Union, 9 stops in all (TTC map).
Is Riverdale a heritage conservation district?
Part of it is. The City of Toronto designated the Riverdale heritage conservation district in 2008 and says it contains some of the earliest properties on the east side of the Don River. Check whether a specific address falls inside it before planning exterior changes.
Are there condos in Riverdale?
Mostly in South Riverdale, which had 31 condo apartment sales and 11 condo townhouse sales from April to June 2026. North Riverdale recorded 1 condo apartment sale in the same period (TRREB).
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$1,180,000Questions about 174 Heward Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 174 Heward Avenue?
At the asking price of $2,499,000 the Ontario tax is $48,950 and the Toronto tax is $48,950, $97,900 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 174 Heward Avenue?
$499,800 at the asking price of $2,499,000, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 174 Heward Avenue?
The listing shows $7,788 a year for 2026, about $649 a month.
Is 174 Heward Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $2,499,000. The August 2026 median for detached house sales in the City of Toronto was $1,170,000 across 550 sales, so the asking price is $1,329,000 higher. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 174 Heward Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® E13858282. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 174 Heward 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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