$2,688,000Asking Price
492 Ruth Avenue, Toronto, ON M2M 2J3
Newtonbrook, Toronto
Welcome to 492 Ruth Avenue, an exceptional residence ideally located near Bayview Avenue and Cummer Avenue in the prestigious Newtonbrook East community of North York. Set on a premium 60 x 143 ft rectangular lot, this remarkable home offers approximately 4,897 sq ft of elegant above-grade living space, complemented by a professionally finished 2,200 sq ft walk-up basement. Designed for both comfort and sophistication, the property showcases outstanding craftsmanship and timeless architectural details throughout. This expansive two-storey home features 5+2 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, with soaring cathedral and 9-foot ceilings, a triple attached garage, and a beautifully landscaped exterior complete with an interlocking driveway and walkway. The bright kitchen includes a convenient walk-out, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The interior is richly appointed with gleaming hardwood floors throughout the principal rooms, herringbone flooring in the second-floor hallway, and a refined blend of marble, parquet, and ceramic finishes. Elegant details include skylights, wainscoting, cornice mouldings, stained glass accents, and extensive oak craftsmanship. Three gas fireplaces with custom mantels enhance the living, family, and recreation rooms. The lower level offers a private retreat, featuring a spacious recreation area, a large spa, and a private sauna-ideal for relaxation and entertaining. Additional features include a high-efficiency furnace (2019), central air conditioning (2016), electronic air cleaner, central vacuum, alarm system, intercom, and automatic garage door openers. Perfectly situated near top-rated schools, parks, shopping, fine dining, and offering easy access to major highways and public transit, this home delivers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Toronto's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Welcome to 492 Ruth Avenue, an exceptional residence ideally located near Bayview Avenue and Cummer Avenue in the prestigious Newtonbrook East community of North York. Set on a premium 60 x 143 ft rectangular lot, this remarkable home offers approximately 4,897 sq ft of elegant above-grade living space, complemented by a professionally finished 2,200 sq ft walk-up basement. Designed for both comfort and sophistication, the property showcases outstanding craftsmanship and timeless architectural details throughout. This expansive two-storey home features 5+2 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, with soaring cathedral and 9-foot ceilings, a triple attached garage, and a beautifully landscaped exterior complete with an interlocking driveway and walkway. The bright kitchen includes a convenient walk-out, perfect for seamless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. The interior is richly appointed with gleaming hardwood floors throughout the principal rooms, herringbone flooring in the second-floor hallway, and a refined blend of marble, parquet, and ceramic finishes. Elegant details include skylights, wainscoting, cornice mouldings, stained glass accents, and extensive oak craftsmanship. Three gas fireplaces with custom mantels enhance the living, family, and recreation rooms. The lower level offers a private retreat, featuring a spacious recreation area, a large spa, and a private sauna-ideal for relaxation and entertaining. Additional features include a high-efficiency furnace (2019), central air conditioning (2016), electronic air cleaner, central vacuum, alarm system, intercom, and automatic garage door openers. Perfectly situated near top-rated schools, parks, shopping, fine dining, and offering easy access to major highways and public transit, this home delivers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Toronto's most sought-after neighborhoods.
See MoreKey Info
- 2-Storey Detached
- 6-Car Driveway
- 3-Car Attached Garage
- Bayview & Cummer
- 3500-5000 Approximate Sq Feet
- Basement: Other, Finished
- 1 Kitchen
- Forced Air Gas Heating
- Central Air
Property
- Lot Size 60 x 143 Feet
- Brick Exterior
- Taxes were $14,365 in 2025
- Possession: Flexible
Details
- Fireplace
- Family Room
- Sewers
- Municipal Water
- MLS #C13541602
- CHESTNUT PARK REAL ESTATE LIMITED
Extras
Rooms
| Room | Floor | Dimensions | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitchen | Main | 24.28' x 19.69' | Ceramic Floor, Walkout To Deck |
| 2 | Library | Main | 15.19' x 10.17' | Built-in Shelves, Pot Lights, Hardwood Floor |
 | 1 6-Piece Bathroom | |||
| 2 4-Piece Bathrooms | |||
| 1 5-Piece Bathroom | |||
| 2 3-Piece Bathrooms | |||
| 1 2-Piece Bathroom | |||
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Who lives here?
Newtonbrook, Toronto is a north Toronto neighbourhood notable for its university grads and science professionals. It has a higher than average population of immigrants, particularly those from Iran, China, South Korea and the Philippines, and Cantonese, Tagalog, Mandarin, Persian, Russian and Korean speakers. Residents tend to be older with a significant number of youth aged 20 to 24, adults aged 25 to 29, 25 to 29, 25 to 29 and 25 to 29 and seniors aged 65 to 69.
Families
Kids Per Family
1.1
kids per family
in the neighbourhood.
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Singles
48%
of residents are
single and loving it.
48% singles
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Renters
43%
of residents
are renters.
43% renters
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Education
56%
of residents are
university grads.
56% university grads
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Income
Average Household Income
$111K
is the average household
income in the neighbourhood.
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Professions
Professions
| Sales | 14% |
| Business | 10% |
| Government | 8% |
| Sciences | 7% |
| Management | 7% |
Immigrants
66%
of residents were
born outside of Canada.
66% immigrants
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Birthplace - All
11.2% from Philippines
All-time
Birthplace - Recent
3.9% from Philippines
Recent
Foreign Languages
Foreign Languages
| Persian | 11% |
| Korean | 9% |
| Tagalog | 8% |
| Russian | 7% |
| Mandarin | 7% |
Religions
Religions
| Christian | 52% |
| Muslim | 12% |
| Jewish | 7% |
| Buddhist | 3% |
| Hindu | 2% |
Social Housing
Social Housing Buildings
1
Social housing buildings
in the neighbourhood.
Shelters
Shelters
1
Homeless shelters in
the neighbourhood.
