MLS® listing
253 Bartlett Avenue: semi-detached house for sale
$949,000
From the listing brokerage
Welcome to 253 Bartlett Avenue, nestled in the heart of Dovercourt Village, one of Toronto's most charming and family-friendly neighbourhoods! A true throwback neighbourhood where kids still play outside, families know their neighbours, and there's a real sense of community. Offered for the first time in over 70 years, this home has been lovingly maintained by the same family for generations and is ready for its next chapter. The location is hard to beat! Dovercourt School is directly across the street, Dovercourt Park is just down the road, and the Boys and Girls Club is only steps away. You're also just a five-minute walk to Bloor St. and the subway and moments from trendy Geary Avenue, known for its fantastic restaurants, cafés, breweries, and creative local spots. Enjoy the privacy of your backyard and deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the home offers plenty of potential, including a second-floor kitchen that could easily be converted back into a bedroom, offering flexibility for extended family or a possible in-law suite. A rare opportunity to put down roots in a neighbourhood where community still means something. Come see what makes Dovercourt Village so special!
Facts on the listing
| Square feet | 1100-1500 |
|---|---|
| Style | 2-Storey |
| Basement | Finished |
| Lot width | 17.5 |
| Lot depth | 138 |
| Lot measured in | Feet |
| Faces | East |
| Parking spaces | 0 |
| Garage | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Kitchens | 2 |
| Property tax | $5,671 |
| Tax year | 2025 |
| Parking | None |
| Interior features | Carpet Free, In-Law Capability |
| Features | Fenced Yard, Library, Park, Place Of Worship, Public Transit, School |
Listing courtesy of REAL BROKER ONTARIO LTD.. MLS® W14116536.
About this semi-detached house
253 Bartlett Avenue is a 3 bedroom semi-detached house in TRREB's Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction community in Toronto, listed for sale at $949,000. The listing shows 2 bathrooms and 1100-1500 square feet. The style is given as 2-storey. The lot is listed as 17.5 by 138 feet. The listing gives the basement as finished. The listing shows no parking space. The nearest main intersection given is Dufferin & Dupont.
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 253 Bartlett Avenue
At the asking price of $949,000, 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 | $949,000 |
|---|---|
| Ontario land transfer tax | $15,455 |
| Toronto municipal land transfer tax | $15,455 |
| Both taxes | $30,910 |
| First-time buyer relief, if you qualify | up to $8,475 |
| Minimum down payment | $69,900 |
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 (2025) | $5,671 a year, about $473 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 $949,000, which is $32,000 below 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, 17.5 by 138 feet.
- Ask about permits. Ask which renovations had building permits and whether those permits were closed. The listing shows 2 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 253 Bartlett Avenue
How much is land transfer tax on 253 Bartlett Avenue?
At the asking price of $949,000 the Ontario tax is $15,455 and the Toronto tax is $15,455, $30,910 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 253 Bartlett Avenue?
$69,900 at the asking price of $949,000, under the federal minimum down payment rules. A lender may require more.
How much is the property tax on 253 Bartlett Avenue?
The listing shows $5,671 a year for 2025, about $473 a month.
Is 253 Bartlett Avenue priced above or below the median?
It is listed at $949,000. 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 $32,000 lower. The median covers all sizes and neighbourhoods.
How do I book a showing for 253 Bartlett Avenue?
Use the form on this page or call us. Quote MLS® W14116536. We will confirm the listing is still available and arrange a time with the listing brokerage.
Is 253 Bartlett 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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