MLS® listing
8 Alhambra Avenue: detached house for sale
$1,599,000
From the listing brokerage
Nestled on a highly desirable, family-friendly street in Toronto's vibrant High Park neighbourhood, this charming 2.5-storey single-family home offers exceptional space, versatility, and unbeatable location. Well maintained over the years, the residence retains its unique structure from a former multi-unit layout featuring 5 kitchens and 5 bathrooms, making it an extraordinary opportunity for for renovators, a multi-generational family, or live-in buyers looking to customize their dream home. Step outside to enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard perfect for relaxing or entertaining. While the property does not feature dedicated parking, you will rarely need a car with world-class transit and amenities just steps away: enjoy a quick stroll to Dundas Subway Station, the UP Express for effortless commuting, and the eclectic boutique shops, cozy cafes, and famed restaurants along Roncesvalles Avenue. Pre-listing home inspection and 1988 Survey Available.
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 2000-2500 |
|---|---|
| Approximate age | 100+ |
| Style | 2 1/2 Storey |
| Basement | Finished |
| Lot width | 27 |
| Lot depth | 98 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | West |
| Parking spaces | 0 |
| Garage | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Kitchens | 5 |
| Property tax | $9,039 |
| Tax year | 2026 |
| Parking | None |
| Interior features | Water Heater Owned |
| Features | Place Of Worship, Public Transit, Fenced Yard, Park |
Listing courtesy of SUTTON GROUP REALTY SYSTEMS INC.. MLS® W14105300.
About this detached house
8 Alhambra Avenue is a 3 bedroom detached house in TRREB's High Park-Swansea community in Toronto, listed for sale at $1,599,000. The listing shows 5 bathrooms and 2000-2500 square feet. The style is given as 2 1/2 storey. The lot is listed as 27 by 98 feet. The listing gives the basement as finished. The listing shows no parking space. The nearest main intersection given is Bloor St & Dundas St. The age is listed as 100+ years.
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 8 Alhambra Avenue
At the asking price of $1,599,000, 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 | $1,599,000 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $28,455 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $28,455 |
| Both taxes | $56,910 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $319,800 |
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 (2026) | $9,039 a year, about $753 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 $1,599,000, which is $429,000 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, 27 by 98 feet.
- Ask about permits. Ask which renovations had building permits and whether those permits were closed. The listing shows 5 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.
About High Park
Two TRREB communities on either side of Bloor Street West, sharing one very large park and four Line 2 subway stations. Houses and condo apartments trade here in roughly equal numbers.
Transit: Line 2 Bloor Danforth at High Park, Keele, Runnymede and Dundas West stations; 30 High Park North and 80 Queensway buses; Bloor GO (Kitchener line and UP Express) near Dundas West station
| Property type | Median | Sales and average |
|---|---|---|
| High Park-Swansea: all property types | $1,175,000 | 81 sales, average $1,283,066 |
| High Park-Swansea: detached | About $1,879,000 | 36 sales, average about $1,936,000 |
| High Park-Swansea: semi-detached | About $1,499,000 | 3 sales, average about $1,389,000 |
| High Park-Swansea: condo apartment | About $614,000 | 32 sales, average about $733,000 |
| High Park North: all property types | $1,345,500 | 46 sales, average $1,370,457 |
| High Park North: detached | About $1,790,000 | 13 sales, average about $2,035,000 |
| High Park North: semi-detached | About $1,615,000 | 11 sales, average about $1,679,000 |
| High Park North: condo apartment | About $810,000 | 21 sales, average about $803,000 |
Source: TRREB community housing market reports, as set out in the guide.
Questions about High Park
Is High Park a good place to live?
On housing and transit it offers a wide choice. Buyers can pick between detached houses with an April to June 2026 median of about $1,879,000 in High Park-Swansea and condo apartments near $614,000, with four Line 2 stations, a large City park and four library branches close by (TRREB, TTC, City of Toronto, TPL).
What does a detached house cost near High Park?
From April to June 2026 the detached median was about $1,879,000 across 36 sales in High Park-Swansea and about $1,790,000 across 13 sales in High Park North (TRREB). These are chart readings, so treat them as approximate.
Are there many condos in High Park?
Yes, especially north of Bloor. In the 2021 Census 59.6% of households in High Park North lived in apartment buildings of five or more storeys. Across both TRREB communities 53 of the 127 sales from April to June 2026 were condo apartments.
Which subway stations serve High Park?
Line 2 Bloor Danforth stops at High Park, Keele, Runnymede and Dundas West stations. Dundas West also connects to Bloor GO, which serves the Kitchener line and UP Express (TTC).
How far is High Park from Union station by subway?
From High Park station it is 9 stops east on Line 2 to St George, then 6 stops south on Line 1 to Union, 15 stops in all (TTC map).
Is High Park a heritage conservation district?
The City of Toronto's list of heritage conservation districts does not include one for High Park or Swansea. Individual properties can still be listed or designated, so check the specific address with the City before planning changes.
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Questions about 8 Alhambra Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 8 Alhambra Avenue?
At the asking price of $1,599,000 the Ontario tax is $28,455 and the Toronto tax is $28,455, $56,910 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 8 Alhambra Avenue?
$319,800 at the asking price of $1,599,000, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 8 Alhambra Avenue?
The listing shows $9,039 a year for 2026, about $753 a month.
Is 8 Alhambra Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $1,599,000. 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 $429,000 higher. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 8 Alhambra Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® W14105300. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 8 Alhambra Avenue still for sale?
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