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Harbord Village is a central Toronto neighbourhood sandwiched between Little Italy and the University of Toronto - St. George Campus. It is sometimes referred to as the South Annex since the better-known Annex neighbourhood of Toronto sits just above it. Its borders are commonly accepted as Bloor Street West to the north, College Street to the south, Spadina Avenue to the east, and Bathurst Street to the west. Historically, Harbord Village was a working-class neighbourhood that may or may not have been named after Edward Harbor, 3rd Baron Suffield, who was a British abolitionist. That neighbourhood has changed a lot over the years and is now home to a diverse population, ranging from university professors (due to the area’s proximity to the University of Toronto) to students, young professionals, and families. Largely catering to the nearby student population, Harbord Village is chock-full of cheap eats and drinks, with upwards of 80 bars and restaurants in the tiny enclave. The housing market has also been designed to meet student demand, with a swell in the rental market taking place at the start of every school year. While there are many studios, one, two, and three-bedroom units to be found in the many low-rise apartment buildings and high-rise condos that take up residence in Harbord Village, there are also several old detached homes and townhomes, if you're a family looking for more space. Transit access is exceptional, with multiple streetcars, buses, and subway stops running through the neighbourhood. Ultimately, if you want to be close to the action of Bloor and Spadina and are looking for a slightly more budget-friendly area in the downtown core, Harbord Village might be for you.