$9,488,888Asking Price
287 RUSSELL HILL Road, Toronto, ON M4V 2T5
Forest Hill, Toronto
A Rare Forest Hill Landmark - Rich in History, Character & Possibility Set on an exceptional 75 x 175 ft lot in prestigious Forest Hill, this distinctive pink stone residence, built in 1913, is a rare offering of architectural character, scale and privacy. Originally a private residence, it later served as Cantab College, a boys' school during the Depression, before being acquired by the current owners in 1985 and lovingly restored from the ground up.The home offers an elegant balance of period character and modern family living. A welcoming vestibule opens to a gracious central hall, leading to a library, formal dining room with fireplace and expansive living room with bay window and fireplace. The heart of the home is an integrated kitchen, eating and family living area with a dramatic two-way fireplace, opening directly to the large patio, landscaped gardens and private swimming pool.The upper levels provide generous bedroom accommodation, including a principal bedroom with fireplace and ensuite, additional ensuite bedrooms and a substantial third-floor bedroom/sitting room with three-piece ensuite and cedar closet.The lower level features approximately seven-foot ceilings and exceptional flexibility, with a gym, private movie theatre with fireplace, bathroom, rooms historically used for live-in help, wine cellar and extensive storage. The space can readily accommodate offices, hobbies, wellness or additional living areas.A detached two-car garage and pool cabana with washroom complete the property. Minutes from Upper Canada College and B.S.S., with Forest Hill's renowned schools, parks and amenities nearby.A truly special residence offering history, character, privacy, exceptional outdoor living and the rare potential of a 75 x 175 ft lot.
A Rare Forest Hill Landmark - Rich in History, Character & Possibility Set on an exceptional 75 x 175 ft lot in prestigious Forest Hill, this distinctive pink stone residence, built in 1913, is a rare offering of architectural character, scale and privacy. Originally a private residence, it later served as Cantab College, a boys' school during the Depression, before being acquired by the current owners in 1985 and lovingly restored from the ground up.The home offers an elegant balance of period character and modern family living. A welcoming vestibule opens to a gracious central hall, leading to a library, formal dining room with fireplace and expansive living room with bay window and fireplace. The heart of the home is an integrated kitchen, eating and family living area with a dramatic two-way fireplace, opening directly to the large patio, landscaped gardens and private swimming pool.The upper levels provide generous bedroom accommodation, including a principal bedroom with fireplace and ensuite, additional ensuite bedrooms and a substantial third-floor bedroom/sitting room with three-piece ensuite and cedar closet.The lower level features approximately seven-foot ceilings and exceptional flexibility, with a gym, private movie theatre with fireplace, bathroom, rooms historically used for live-in help, wine cellar and extensive storage. The space can readily accommodate offices, hobbies, wellness or additional living areas.A detached two-car garage and pool cabana with washroom complete the property. Minutes from Upper Canada College and B.S.S., with Forest Hill's renowned schools, parks and amenities nearby.A truly special residence offering history, character, privacy, exceptional outdoor living and the rare potential of a 75 x 175 ft lot.
See MoreKey Info
- 3-Storey Detached
- 5-Car Driveway
- 2-Car Detached Garage
- ST CLAIR / SPADINA
- 3500-5000 Approximate Sq Feet
- 1 Kitchen
- Radiant
- Central Air
Property
- Lot Size 75 x 175 Feet
- Stone Exterior
- Taxes were $27,760 in 2025
- Possession: TBA
Details
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Inground Pool
- Sewers
- Municipal Water
- MLS #C13685530
- RIGHT AT HOME REALTY
Extras
Rooms
| Room | Floor | Dimensions | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitchen | Main | 29.07' x 15.98' | Built-in Appliances, Combined with Br, Walkout To Deck |
 | 1 3-Piece Bathroom | |||
| 2 3-Piece Bathrooms | |||
| 1 5-Piece Bathroom | |||
| 1 2-Piece Bathroom on Main Floor | |||
| 2 3-Piece Bathrooms | |||
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Who lives here?
Forest Hill, Toronto is a central Toronto neighbourhood notable for its renters, university grads, executives and business, health and education, law & public sector professionals. Residents tend to be older with a significant number of adults aged 60 to 64 and seniors aged 65 to 74.
Families
Kids Per Family
0.9
kids per family
in the neighbourhood.
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Singles
47%
of residents are
single and loving it.
47% singles
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Renters
56%
of residents
are renters.
56% renters
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Education
72%
of residents are
university grads.
72% university grads
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Income
Average Household Income
$406K
is the average household
income in the neighbourhood.
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Professions
Professions
| Government | 13% |
| Business | 13% |
| Management | 11% |
| Sales | 11% |
| Health | 6% |
Immigrants
29%
of residents were
born outside of Canada.
29% immigrants
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Birthplace - All
2.6% from USA
All-time
Birthplace - Recent
0.7% from Philippines
Recent
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages
| Spanish | 2% |
| French | 2% |
| Tagalog | 2% |
| Russian | 1% |
| Mandarin | 1% |
Religions
Religions
| Christian | 44% |
| Jewish | 30% |
| Muslim | 2% |
| Buddhist | 1% |
| Hindu | 1% |
Social Housing
Social Housing Buildings
0
Social housing buildings
in the neighbourhood.
Shelters
Shelters
0
Homeless shelters in
the neighbourhood.
