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The Distillery District
The Distillery District is a pedestrian-only stretch of restored Victorian industrial buildings on Toronto's east side, just east of downtown and north of the waterfront. It's a recognized pocket within the City's St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands neighbourhood, known for its galleries, restaurants, and the winter holiday market that draws crowds each December. For anyone looking to buy, renovate, or build nearby, it's a heritage-minded area where character and craftsmanship carry real weight.
31,285
Population
35.2
Median Age
$87,000
Median Household Income
1.7
Avg. Household Size
What It Rents For
Renting in St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands
$2,163
Average Rent / Month
2.8%
Rental Vacancy Rate
+13%
vs. GTA Average ($1,917)
Source: CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025 (Toronto (Central) zone). Adapted from CMHC data; this does not constitute CMHC endorsement.
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