Has The Toronto Bubble Finally, Popped?
140 Jones Ave
$1,049,000
Semi-Detached, 2 1/2-Storey | 3 + 2 Bedroom + 2 Washroom
MLS #E12965840
The Details
Keeping Up With The Jonses.
Keeping up with the ‘Joneses’ with your very own double header. A cozy two-unit dwelling with a library’s list of potential. This bright Leslieville home features snug alcoves, spacious room sizes & a generous serving of old-school common sense, the perfect blend of “pretty” meets “practicality”. We dare you to check out the engine under this hood.
Now let’s talk about it. This is a true 2.5-storey South Riverdale semi that gives you real options. Live in one, rent the other, or run it as a full income property without a wink of compromise. Two fully self-contained units with clean separation, no awkward overlap, no guesswork. It works!
The first suite spans the lower and main levels at approximately 1,236 sq ft, with a layout that prioritizes usability, separation where you want it, and flow where you need it. At entry, a long, open living & dining space is anchored by an updated kitchen that’s simple, functional, and dialled in. Plenty of prep space, clean cabinetry, nothing overthought. The lower level pulls its weight with a proper bedroom or rec space, full bath, and bonus storage, including a cold room.
The fresh & airy principal suite lives on the second and third floors at approximately 884 sq ft and feels like its own private world. Bright, quiet, and removed in all the right ways. The second floor offers two solid bedrooms, a contemporary eat-in kitchen and a full bath with layouts that make sense, no wasted corners, no forced compromises. Then the third floor hits. A full loft-style living room that’s oversized, light-filled, and flexible. Lounge, work, create, repeat.
Or, flip the script entirely. Remove the second kitchen, open up the front entry, and voila, you’ve got yourself a clean single-family play. Done and dusted with no strings attached.
The overall aesthetic is calm and considered. Neutral palette, warm wood tones, and a Scandinavian lean that feels current without stripping its charm & natural quirks. Sunlight carries consistently across all levels thanks to multiple exposures and well-placed windows.
The rear yard is there and ready. Keep it simple or take it further, you’ve got room to play. A front entry with full-sized laundry and options to shake it up. And the location delivers, established, in demand, and ready for showtime.
Big picture, this is the kind of property that works today and still gives you runway. Income, end-user, long-term hold, future repositioning, with room to grow, it’s all on the table. For buyers looking for a great opportunity to offset costs, build equity, or set up a flexible living arrangement without overcomplicating things, this one lands in the right place, at the right time.
Your home should tell a story of who you are and be a collection of what you love.
Property particulars
South Riverdale
140 Jones Avenue
2 1/2-Storey
Lot Size: 13.83 x 80.09 Feet
3 + 2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
2 Kitchens
Frontage: West
Exterior: Brick & Vinyl Siding
Parking
- Street Parking
Basement: Full & Partially Finished
Inclusions
- Main Floor Kitchen:
- Whirlpool Refrigerator
- Whirlpool Built-In Microwave
- Whirlpool Gas Range and Oven
- Second Floor Kitchen:
- Electrolux Refrigerator
- Maytag Built-In Microwave
- Haier Cooktop and Oven
- One Laundry Sink
- Whirlpool Washer and Dryer
- All Existing Light Fixtures
- All Existing Window Drapery Hardware
- All Existing Bathroom Mirrors
Exclusions
- Window Drapery Panels
Gallery
The Home
South Riverdale
Home Mechanics
& Operations
Heating & Cooling
- High-efficiency gas furnace (approx. 8 years old)
- Auxiliary electric heater (front porch & laundry room)
- Hot water tank (rented)
- No air conditioning currently installed
Plumbing
- No major plumbing concerns noted
- Copper & PEX (cross-linked Polyethylene)
Electrical
- 100 Amp service (breakers)
- Copper wiring throughout (updated system)
- GFCI present (good), no AFCI (upgrade opportunity)
- Some exposed wiring + minor installation issues
Structure & Foundation
- Brick foundation
- Structure performing well with no major movement
Roof
- Sloped roof: asphalt shingles (replaced 2020)
- Flat roof: modified bitumen (replaced 2020)
Exterior & Outdoor Features
- Brick, siding, and mixed exterior finishes
- Window + door caulking/paint maintenance needed
- Missing window wells (rear)
- Minor venting + sealing deficiencies
Utilities & Ongoing Costs
- Hydro: Approx. $150/Month (Toronto Hydro)
- Gas: Approx. $50-$130/Month (Enbridge)
- Garbage: Two medium bins, approx. $385/Year (City of Toronto)
Additional Notes
- Garbage and recycling stored at front of house
Home Inspection
Financials
Walk score
96
Transit score
77
Bike score
96
The Neighbourhood
The neighbourhood
Welcome To
Leslieville
Restaurants & Cocktails
- ANGLR
- Animal Liberation Kitchen
- Aura
- Blessed Love Caribbean Market
- Bonjour Brioche
- East Side Social
- Garden and Bodega
- Gio Rana’s Really Really Nice
- Goods and Provisions
- Gusto 501
- Jules Bistro
- Lady Bug Wine Bar
- Lake Inez
- Le Paella
- Maha’s Egyptian Brunch
- Maple Leaf Tavern
- Nodo Leslieville
- Reid’s Distillery
- Restaurant Ricky + Olivia
- Tabule Middle Eastern Cuisine
- The Comrade
- The Rooftop @ The Broadview Hotel
- The Wood Owl
- Tulia Osteria
- White Lily Diner
- Wynona Toronto
- Yaya Green Bistro
Groceries & Libations
- Farm Boy
- Food Basics
- FreshCo
- Greenwood Food Market
- Loblaws Leslie Street
- Raise the Root Organic
- Walmart
Coffee & Bakeries
- Alice Marie
- Amber Kitchen and Coffee
- Bevy
- Blackbird Baking Co.
- Bobette and Belle
- Bonjour Brioche
- Boxcar Social
- COPS Donuts
- Country Style
- Craigs Cookies
- Dark Horse Espresso Bar
- Dineen Output
- Hailed Coffee Riverdale
- Isle of Coffee
- Jimmy’s Coffee
- Mercury Espresso
- Pilot Coffee Roasters
- Purple Penguin Cafe
- Queen Garden Cafe
- Remarkable Bean
- Rooster Coffee House
- Tango Palace Coffee Company
- The Greenwood
Fitness & Health
- All Day Fit
- Anytime Fitness
- Body + Soul Fitness
- Breakdown Fitness
- Club Pilates
- Dwell Gym
- FIIT Co
- FITSQR
- Fortis Fit
- Hone Fitness
- Innovative Fitness
- Mayfair Clubs
- Move Fitness Club
- One Academy
- Only The Strong
- Planet Fitness
- Primal Gym
- RND Athletics
- Studio Lagree
Parks & Greenspace
- Greenwood Dog Park
- Greenwood Park
- Hideaway Park
- Leslieville Grove Park
- Matty Eckler Playground
- Tommy Thompson Park
Schools
Public Schools (Catchment)
- Leslieville Junior Public School | PK to 6
- Duke of Connaught Jr & Sr Public School | PK to 8
- ÉÉ La Mosaïque | PK to 6
- Riverdale Collegiate Institute | Grades 9 to 12
- ÉS Michelle-O’Bonsawin | Grades 7 to 10
- Kapapamahchakwew – Wandering Spirit School | PK to 12
Alternative & Special Schools
- East Alternative School of Toronto | Grades 7 to 8
- Eastdale Collegiate Institute | Grades 9 to 12
Catholic Schools
- St. Joseph Catholic School | PK to 8
- ÉÉC du Bon-Berger | PK to 6
- ÉÉC Georges-Étienne-Cartier | PK to 6
- ÉSC Saint-Frère-André | Grades 7 to 12
Private Schools
- Liberty Prep School Leslieville Campus | PK to 6
- Kew Park Montessori Day School | PK to 6
- Montcrest School | PK to 8
- Liberty Prep School Corktown Campus | PK to 6
Transit options
Commute to Downtown Toronto
- 13 Minutes By Car
- 31 Minutes by Transit
- 19 Minutes By Bike
- 58 Minutes Walk
Rail Lines
- 501 Queen – 0.4km
- 301 Queen – 0.4km
- 503 Kingston Rd – 0.4km
Bus Lines
- 83 Jones – 0.0km
- 506 Carlton – 0.3km
- 306 Carlton – 0.3km
- 31 Greenwood – 0.6km
- 325 Don Mills Night Bus – 0.6km
- 72 Pape – 0.6km
Tucked in at the intersection of Dundas Street East & Jones Avenue is the perfect “development play” that welcomes you to the heart of Toronto’s vibrant and friendly Leslieville. But beyond the energy you feel on the street, the data tells an even sharper story: this is a neighbourhood defined by young, educated, urban professionals who are actively shaping the East End’s culture and momentum.
A mecca for young professionals, trendsetters, and first-time homeowners, Leslieville is anchored by a demographic that skews heavily toward the 25–44 age range, with a strong concentration of university-educated residents working in white-collar and service-based industries. Household incomes are solid, averaging in the mid-$130K range locally, and there is a clear bias toward both renters and owners who value flexibility, lifestyle, and proximity over suburban sprawl.
This is also a highly mobile and evolving community, with over 40% of residents having moved within the past year, reinforcing the neighbourhood’s status as one in motion, attracting new energy, new ideas, and new investment.
A myriad of exceptional restaurants & cafes offer a wide range of tastes and flavours just steps from your building, and that’s no accident. This is a population that actively spends on experiences, from dining and travel to fitness and culture. From cozy brunch spots for lazy weekends to upscale eateries for indulgent evenings, satiate every palate within a stroll from your new pad. Hot spots include Maha’s Brunch, Ricky & Olivia and Goods and Provisions.
Wake up to the aroma of freshly brewed coffee from the neighbourhood’s coffee shops. Each offering the finest of brews and the best scones, you’ll easily find your perfect spot for relaxation, work, or socializing. Be sure to check out Remarakble, Dineen Outpost and Pilot Coffee Roasters for a robust coffee culture that reflects the neighbourhood’s creative, digitally connected lifestyle.
Prioritize your well-being with Leslieville’s diverse range of state-of-the-art gyms, yoga studios, and wellness centres, a natural fit for a community that leans heavily into active living, green choices, and conscious consumption. Residents here are known to favour fitness, wellness, and sustainability, making it easy to maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
Benefit from this prime location, where public transit is not just accessible, it’s the norm. This is a transit-first community, with residents relying on streetcars, bikes, and walkability to move through the city. That connectivity fuels the neighbourhood’s energy and keeps everything within reach.
The streets are lined with boutique stores, art galleries, and cultural venues, including Dianna Witte Gallery, The Opera House & Berry Blush Flowers, all reinforcing Leslieville’s identity as a culturally rich, design-forward pocket of the city. It’s a place where creativity, entrepreneurship, and individuality are not just welcomed, they’re expected.
Beyond a place to live, Leslieville represents a very specific lifestyle. A community of educated, design-conscious, experience-driven residents who value culture, connection, and convenience. It’s not just vibrant on the surface, it’s backed by a demographic that continues to invest in & elevate the neighbourhood every single day.
