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Etobicoke, Ontario

City of Toronto

Etobicoke Real Estate

Lakefront condos and established neighbourhoods in the west end.

Photo: Michael Gil, CC BY 2.0
Population
About 376,000 (2021, former City of Etobicoke area)
Average price
$985,920
Days on market
33 days
To downtown Toronto
About 20–25 min by GO train to Union
Region
City of Toronto

Former City of Etobicoke · City of Toronto

About Etobicoke

Etobicoke stretches from Humber Bay to the airport. The lakeshore has condos and small-town main streets in Mimico and Long Branch, while the Kingsway and Islington Village are known for character homes.

The name Etobicoke comes from a Mississauga word meaning "place where the alders grow."

Homes: Waterfront condos, post-war bungalows and larger homes in the Kingsway.

Known for

  • Humber Bay Park and the waterfront trail
  • Sherway Gardens
  • Quick access to Pearson Airport

Market this month

Etobicoke real estate market

Toronto West (includes Etobicoke) · September 2026

Source: TRREB Market Watch, released October 6, 2026

Average price
$985,920
Median price
$830,000
Homes sold
532
New listings
1,687
Days on market
33
Sale-to-list price
99%
Active listings
2,543
Months of inventory
4.4
Balanced market
  • Detached$1,418,573211 sold
  • Semi$986,99471 sold
  • Townhouse$1,036,36926 sold
  • Condo apt$560,272191 sold

TRREB reports Etobicoke as part of its Toronto West area.

7 areas

Etobicoke neighbourhoods

  • Humber Bay Shores

    Lakefront condo towers next to the Humber Bay parks; suits commuters using the Gardiner or GO.

  • Mimico

    Lakeshore community of older homes and new condos, with Mimico GO and Lake Shore Boulevard shops.

  • Long Branch

    Southwestern lakeside area with older homes, Long Branch GO and the 501 streetcar.

  • The Kingsway

    Large detached homes, many Tudor-style, near Bloor West and the Humber River; suits established families.

  • Islington Village

    Low-rise area around Dundas and Islington with outdoor murals, small shops, houses and condos.

  • Alderwood

    South Etobicoke area of postwar bungalows and side-splits near Sherway Gardens and Etobicoke Creek.

  • Richview

    Suburban area near Eglinton and Islington with many parks, schools and a mix of homes.

Daily life

Living in Etobicoke

Schools

  • Toronto District School Board
  • Toronto Catholic District School Board
  • Conseil scolaire Viamonde
  • Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir

Well known: Etobicoke School of the Arts (audition-based), Etobicoke Collegiate Institute, Richview Collegiate Institute.

Colleges and universities: Humber Polytechnic (North and Lakeshore campuses), University of Guelph-Humber.

Parks and outdoors

  • Humber Bay Park Lakefront park with trails, ponds and skyline views.
  • Colonel Samuel Smith Park Waterfront park with a skating trail and bird-watching.
  • Centennial Park Large park with a ski hill, sports fields and a conservatory.
  • James Gardens Quiet terraced gardens along the Humber River trail.

Shopping and dining

  • Sherway Gardens Large regional mall near the QEW and Highway 427.
  • Bloor Street West, The Kingsway Cafés, restaurants and local shops near Royal York station.
  • Lake Shore Boulevard West Restaurants and shops from Mimico west to Long Branch.

Healthcare

  • Etobicoke General Hospital (William Osler Health System)
  • Queensway Health Centre (Trillium Health Partners)
  • St. Joseph's Health Centre (Unity Health)

Commuting

Getting around Etobicoke

To downtown Toronto: About 20–25 min by GO train to Union.

  • GO TrainLakeshore West from Long Branch: about 25 min to Union
  • GO TrainMilton line from Kipling GO: about 20 min to Union (rush hours)
  • SubwayLine 2 from Kipling or Islington east along Bloor
  • HighwayGardiner Expressway, QEW and Highways 427 and 401

Honest take

Pros and cons of living in Etobicoke

Why people move here

  • Long stretch of waterfront parks on Lake Ontario
  • Subway, two GO lines and the 501 streetcar
  • Quick drive to Pearson Airport and Highway 427

Things to consider

  • North Etobicoke is far from the subway
  • Gardiner and QEW traffic at rush hour

A good fit for: Commuters heading west or downtown · Families · Condo buyers who want the lake

Etobicoke market report

Sold prices and new listings, monthly.

What's your Etobicoke home worth?

Free estimate from recent Etobicoke sales.

FAQ

Etobicoke real estate questions

What is the average home price in Etobicoke?

In September 2026, the average sale price in Toronto West (includes Etobicoke) was $985,920 and the median was $830,000, based on 532 sales (TRREB Market Watch).

Is Etobicoke a buyer's or seller's market right now?

There were 4.4 months of inventory in September, which usually points to a balanced market. Homes sold for about 99% of list price on average.

How long does it take to sell a home in Etobicoke?

Homes that sold in September were on the market for 33 days on average. Pricing and presentation make the biggest difference.

How far is Etobicoke from downtown Toronto?

About 20–25 min by GO train to Union.

Which school boards serve Etobicoke?

Toronto District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.

What are the best neighbourhoods in Etobicoke?

It depends on budget, commute and lifestyle. Popular areas include Humber Bay Shores, Mimico, Long Branch, The Kingsway, Islington Village. Sophia can help you narrow it down.

Thinking about Etobicoke?

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