MLS® listing
281 Warden Avenue: detached house for sale
$1,699,000
From the listing brokerage
Incredible opportunity to own a sophisticated custom-built home in highly sought after Birch Cliff neighbourhood. Five bedrooms, five bathrooms, and five car parking makes this a rare gem in the city. This home boasts a spacious and carefully thought out floor plain. The main floor is open and perfect for entertaining. Front entryway is tiled with a large double closet for coats and shoes. Home opens to inviting and sophisticated living and dining room. Gourmet eat-in kitchen with high end stainless steel appliances. Unwind in the cozy family room with gorgeous built in media centre and storage. Overlooks backyard with walk out to sundeck. This home boasts both a main floor office and powder room. Breathtaking glass staircase anchors the entire home with a modern, architectural style. The second level has four generously sized bedrooms. Primary suite with spa-like bathroom featuring ensuite bath, double vanity, standalone tub, glass enclosed shower, and walk-in closet makes it feel like a private sanctuary. Three additional bedrooms and two full baths make this home perfect for a large family. The basement offers space for kids to play, entertainment area, and potential for in-law suite or basement apartment. Enjoy the fenced-in backyard with mature trees for shade and room for play, BBQs and family time. Truly a must-see home with no detail overlooked and high end finishes throughout. Desirable neighbourhood in Birch Cliff Public School catchment, close to TTC, shops, grocery stores, and Scarborough Bluffs. Live the Birch Cliff lifestyle close to local gems like Bodega, Pizzeria Rustico, and Buster's.
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 2000-2500 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2-Storey |
| Basement | Finished with Walk-Out |
| Lot width | 30 |
| Lot depth | 102 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | East |
| Parking spaces | 5 |
| Garage | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Kitchens | 1 |
| Property tax | $8,928 |
| Tax year | 2025 |
| Interior features | In-Law Capability |
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX HALLMARK REALTY LTD.. MLS® E13874776.
About this detached house
281 Warden Avenue is a 5 bedroom detached house in TRREB's Birchcliffe-Cliffside community in Toronto, listed for sale at $1,699,000. The listing shows 5 bathrooms and 2000-2500 square feet. The style is given as 2-storey. The lot is listed as 30 by 102 feet. The listing gives the basement as finished with walk-out. It comes with 5 parking spaces according to the listing. The nearest main intersection given is Kingston Rd and Warden Ave.
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 281 Warden Avenue
At the asking price of $1,699,000, 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 | $1,699,000 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $30,455 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $30,455 |
| Both taxes | $60,910 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $339,800 |
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. 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 (2025) | $8,928 a year, about $744 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 $1,699,000, which is $529,000 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, 30 by 102 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. 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 281 Warden Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 281 Warden Avenue?
At the asking price of $1,699,000 the Ontario tax is $30,455 and the Toronto tax is $30,455, $60,910 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 281 Warden Avenue?
$339,800 at the asking price of $1,699,000, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 281 Warden Avenue?
The listing shows $8,928 a year for 2025, about $744 a month.
Is 281 Warden Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $1,699,000. 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 $529,000 higher. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 281 Warden Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® E13874776. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 281 Warden 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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