Appartements, Condos et Maisons à louer à Bloor West Village Toronto

Bloor West Village, the stretch of Bloor Street West from Runnymede to Keele, is a family-oriented neighbourhood on the edge of Etobicoke. Bloor is a shopping hotspot with cute boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and green grocers, and the famous High Park is just south and west. Head north and you’ll find the community’s residential core, filled with quiet charm. There are clear, strong boundaries around this residential section, eliminating most through traffic – a feature that parents love for the road hockey opportunities the quiet streets present. Between its safe, quaint feel and two-storey, brick homes, Runnymede-Bloor West Village is many Torontonians’ dream neighbourhood.

The market, at a glance:

Avg. rent by housing type & size

Studio/Bachelor: $N/A

1-bedroom: $N/A

2-bedroom: $1,875

3-bedroom: $3,350

Avg. rent compared to other Toronto neighbourhoods

Runnymede-Bloor West Village is 26% higher than TO average

Bloor West Village Rental Market: Mostly single-family two-storey homes along the quiet side streets north of Bloor, with many Bloor West Village basement apartments for rent. There are plenty of walk-up Bloor West Village apartment rental options above the shops along this bustling stretch of Bloor, and low-rise fourplexes with retro charm can be found in this family- and dog-friendly neighbourhood as well.

Family is key to Runnymede-Bloor West Village life. It’s all about quality time, family dinners, after school activities and day trips. You’ll find your neighbours roaming High Park for a walk before grabbing a healthy meal at one of the area’s many independent restaurants. Those looking to maintain a healthy – and, even, green lifestyle – will find tons of options in the neighbourhood, as it boasts everything from vegan bakeries to boutiques selling all-natural soaps.

There are a number of bus routes in the neighbourhood, as well as two subway stations along Bloor Street W. South of the neighbourhood, drivers will find a ramp onto the Gardiner Expressway. While green space is largely absent from the area, the Humber River offers a beautiful, natural environment to the west, while High Park provides greenery to the east. There’s no shortage of schools or places of worship in Runnymede-Bloor West Village. For shopping, dining, and entertainment, head down to Bloor Street, which is filled with independent boutiques, a range of restaurants, and even a movie theatre. The Toronto Stockyards mall, fast food options, a pharmacy, an LCBO, and several chain stores can be found along Dundas W. Further north – outside the neighbourhood – is a Walmart.

Who lives here: Young families dominate the neighbour-scape in Runnymede-Bloor West Village. Most adults here are married and have younger kids. There is a solid Eastern European community in the area, and families tend to earn more than average, but wouldn’t necessarily be called “affluent.”

Perfect for: Upper middle-class families with young children.

Not-so-perfect for: Seniors.