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icon=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/dam\/atlas\/icons\/streamline-icon-location-user@56×56.svg\/_jcr_content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/wahi_marketglance][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][wahi_marketglance title=”The Housing Market” description=”Two- and three-storey Victorian homes built between 1880 and 1924.” icon=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/dam\/atlas\/icons\/streamline-icon-real-estate-market-house-rise@56×56.svg\/_jcr_content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/wahi_marketglance][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][wahi_marketglance title=”What You\u2019ll Love” description=”You\u2019ll love the distinct sections in the area, each with its own characteristics.” icon=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/dam\/atlas\/icons\/streamline-icon-love-fire@56×56.svg\/_jcr_content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/wahi_marketglance][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][wahi_marketglance title=”What Not To Expect” description=”Don\u2019t expect the highrise buildings you’ll find downtown.” icon=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/dam\/atlas\/icons\/streamline-icon-delete@56×56.svg\/_jcr_content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/wahi_marketglance][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”84%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” 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From trendy artists to young professionals, this east-end neighbourhood is home to a diverse group of residents. Riverdale<\/a> is bordered by Danforth Avenue and Gerrard Street East to the north and south and Broadview<\/a> and Greenwood Avenues to the west and east.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The distinctive sections in the area include charming Victorian homes and a plethora of art galleries, stylish shops, and unique eateries. <\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The Studio District attracts artists who enjoy the work\/live lofts and \u201cthe Pocket\u201d is a favourite spot for families to put down roots. With a variety of lifestyles, backgrounds, and professions, Riverdale<\/a> residents add to the metropolitan mood of city living.<\/p>\n
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src=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/dam\/atlas\/article-images\/neighbourhood-spotlight\/toronto-v2\/riverdale\/riverdale-to-do.jpg\/_jcr_content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg” alt=”riverdale toronto” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” module_class=”wahi_neighbourhood_image” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”420px” border_radii=”on|32px|32px|32px|32px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_image][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Originally a small rural community, the Grand Trunk Railway attracted industry and residents to the area in the 1850s, creating employment opportunities. When Riverdale<\/a> was annexed by the City of Toronto in 1884, residential development began to increase. <\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The building of the Prince Edward Viaduct in 1918 also positively impacted the growth of this community. The viaduct connected Riverdale<\/a> with the rest of the city west of the Don River and was a catalyst for unprecedented growth. Architecture<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Two- and three-storey Victorian homes built between 1880 and 1924 add characteristic charm to Riverdale<\/a>. Many feature distinctive third floors with walkouts to a deck. In South Riverdale<\/a>, you’ll typically find smaller homes than those found in North Riverdale. <\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Riverdale’s homes are unique for their rear parking laneways, and street permit parking is also common. In this neighbourhood, you’ll also find townhomes and low-rise apartment buildings. <\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The neighbourhood between Chatham and Boultbee Streets has been called \u201cthe Pocket\u201d for decades and features some of the more affluent and larger homes in the district. The Studio District, popular for its loft-style housing, is to the south along Lakeshore Boulevard. Here, you’ll also find a number of film, music, and art studios for creative types who enjoy the work\/live residences.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Riverdale’s homes are unique for their rear parking laneways, and street permit parking is also common. In this neighbourhood, you’ll also find townhomes and low-rise apartment buildings. <\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The neighbourhood between Chatham and Boultbee Streets has been called \u201cthe Pocket\u201d for decades and features some of the more affluent and larger homes in the district. The Studio District, popular for its loft-style housing, is to the south along Lakeshore Boulevard. Here, you’ll also find a number of film, music, and art studios for creative types who enjoy the work\/live residences.<\/p>\n
<\/p><\/div>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”40px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”\/wp-content\/uploads\/dam\/atlas\/article-images\/neighbourhood-spotlight\/toronto-v2\/riverdale\/riverdale-homes2.jpg\/_jcr_content\/renditions\/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg” alt=”canadian real estate association” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” module_class=”wahi_neighbourhood_image” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” max_height=”420px” border_radii=”on|32px|32px|32px|32px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” module_id=”infographics” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”84%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”0px|80px|64px|80px|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”|32px||32px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|32px||32px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][wadl_neighbourhood_infographics neighbourhood_id=”gta_tor_1044″ metropolitan_id=”ca_on_gta” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/wadl_neighbourhood_infographics][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”84%” width_tablet=”100%” width_phone=”100%” width_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding=”16px|80px|64px|80px|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”|32px||32px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”|32px||32px|false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”24px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=”off” admin_label=”Divider” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” height=”16px” global_colors_info=”{}”] [\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Riverdale<\/a> is a favourite Toronto destination for artists, designers, painters, and performers, offering a profusion of arts and culture activities. Pop-up art festivals like the Riverdale<\/a> ArtWalk features fine art exhibitions showcasing established and emerging artists. This art show is one of Toronto’s most notable outdoor art exhibitions. It offers emerging artists the opportunity to submit their work for a $50 fee, making the event accessible to a wide range of budding talent.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n On a broader level, the Riverdale<\/a> Hub Gallery features exceptional artwork displayed in a three-storey community centre. From exhibitions of local artists to wider-reaching art initiatives and festivals, this gallery hopes to provide a discussion forum for artists locally, nationally, and globally.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Riverdale<\/a> has been a hotbed of artistic expression for decades and, hopefully, will continue to lead the way for new emerging Toronto artisans.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Nearby Queen Street East is a trendy, colourful stretch of imaginative shops, including record stores, fashionable clothing boutiques, specialty gourmet grocers, vintage clothing stores, flower shops, and more. This area attracts an artistic crowd that can be seen sipping a cappuccino at a vintage caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n The Danforth<\/a> features a large assortment of eateries. Greek fare is a prevalent and popular choice (the summertime Danforth Festival features sidewalk vendors offering the city\u2019s best souvlaki). Restaurants like Riverside Kitchen on the Danforth stand out from the crowd. Its assortment of sandwiches, salads, and soups keeps loyal customers coming back for more.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n Riverdale<\/a> is also home to its own Chinatown shopping district at Gerrard Street and Broadview Avenue. You’ll find authentically prepared Asian food, which is probably the best way to enjoy this cuisine.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n This three-hectare farm also features craft programs in the Meeting House. The scenic grounds include flower, vegetable, and herb gardens, as well as wooded areas and ponds \u2014 which the whole family will enjoy. The park is also a popular tobogganing spot and has an ice rink and sports fields.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n On Logan Avenue, the eight-hectare Withrow Park features two ball diamonds, a sports field, two outdoor tennis courts, a volleyball court, a wading pool and a playground. It also has an outdoor artificial ice rink.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n University students who study in the quiet green space, dog walkers, and tourists enjoying the view of the CN Tower and downtown skyline all gravitate to this centrally located park.<\/p>\n
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History<\/h3>\n
Architecture<\/h3>\n
<\/p>\nThings to Do in Riverdale<\/h3>\n
Arts & Culture<\/h4>\n
Shopping<\/h4>\n
Restaurants & Dining<\/h4>\n
Parks<\/h4>\n
Recreation<\/h4>\n