City of Toronto
York Real Estate
West-end value along the Eglinton corridor.
Former City of York · City of Toronto
About York
The former City of York covers neighbourhoods like Mount Dennis, Weston and Oakwood Village in Toronto's west end. Homes here often cost less than in nearby midtown areas.
By 1861, York Township had the second-largest Black population in the Toronto area, after St. John's Ward.
Homes: Semi-detached and detached homes, plus mid-rise condos.
Known for
- The UP Express stop at Weston
- Eglinton West shops and restaurants
- Humber River trails
Market this month
York real estate market
Toronto West (includes York) · 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 York as part of its Toronto West area.
6 areas
York neighbourhoods
Mount Dennis
Older homes near Eglinton and Weston Road, now a transit hub with Line 5, GO and UP Express.
Weston
Historic village area along Weston Road with older homes, apartment towers and UP Express to Union.
Oakwood Village
Family area of semis and detached homes around Oakwood Avenue, between Eglinton West and St. Clair.
Silverthorn
Hilly, diverse area west of the Barrie GO line with modest detached homes and low-rise rentals.
Caledonia-Fairbank
Mostly small detached homes south of Eglinton near Caledonia Road; Line 5 stops close by.
Humewood-Cedarvale
Family area along Cedarvale Ravine with 1920s–40s homes and some towers; near Cedarvale station.
Daily life
Living in York
Schools
- Toronto District School Board
- Toronto Catholic District School Board
- Conseil scolaire Viamonde
- Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir
Well known: Weston Collegiate Institute (International Baccalaureate program), York Memorial Collegiate Institute (being rebuilt after a 2019 fire).
Parks and outdoors
- Cedarvale Park Ravine park with trails running from Eglinton toward St. Clair.
- Fairbank Memorial Park Local park on former Gwynne Estate land, near Dufferin and Eglinton.
- York Beltline Trail Former rail line turned walking and cycling path.
- Eglinton Flats Flat parkland by the Humber River with sports fields.
Shopping and dining
- Eglinton Avenue West (Little Jamaica) Caribbean restaurants, bakeries and shops along Eglinton West.
- Weston Road Main street of old Weston with local shops and restaurants.
- Weston Farmers' Market Seasonal Saturday farmers' market in Weston.
Healthcare
- Hennick Humber Hospital (Humber River Health)
- St. Joseph's Health Centre (Unity Health)
Commuting
Getting around York
To downtown Toronto: About 16 min by UP Express from Weston to Union; longer by TTC.
- UP ExpressWeston or Mount Dennis to Union: about 16 min from Weston
- GO TrainKitchener line stops at Weston and Mount Dennis
- LRTLine 5 Eglinton from Mount Dennis, connecting to Line 1 at Cedarvale
Honest take
Pros and cons of living in York
Why people move here
- Line 5 Eglinton, GO and UP Express now serve the area
- About 16 min to Union by UP Express from Weston
- Humber River and Cedarvale ravine trails
Things to consider
- Years of Line 5 construction hurt many Eglinton West businesses
- Much of the area is far from a subway line
A good fit for: First-time buyers · Buyers who want a house under midtown prices · Investors
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FAQ
York real estate questions
What is the average home price in York?
In September 2026, the average sale price in Toronto West (includes York) was $985,920 and the median was $830,000, based on 532 sales (TRREB Market Watch).
Is York 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 York?
Homes that sold in September were on the market for 33 days on average. Pricing and presentation make the biggest difference.
How far is York from downtown Toronto?
About 16 min by UP Express from Weston to Union; longer by TTC.
Which school boards serve York?
Toronto District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board, Conseil scolaire Viamonde, Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir.
What are the best neighbourhoods in York?
It depends on budget, commute and lifestyle. Popular areas include Mount Dennis, Weston, Oakwood Village, Silverthorn, Caledonia-Fairbank. Sophia can help you narrow it down.
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