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East Willowdale

A middle-income, owner-occupied pocket of North York.

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Who Lives HereRentsTransitGrowth Zones

15,485

Population

41.2

Median Age

$95,000

Median Household Income

2.8

Avg. Household Size

70% OwnHome ownership in East Willowdale30% Rent

Renting in East Willowdale

$1,989

Average Rent / Month

2.2%

Rental Vacancy Rate

+4%

vs. GTA Average ($1,917)

Source: CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025 (North York (N.Central) zone). Adapted from CMHC data; this does not constitute CMHC endorsement.

About East Willowdale

East Willowdale is a strongly owner-occupied neighbourhood — roughly 70% of households own their home. Median household income, around $95,000, tracks close to the Toronto figure. It's a mixed-age community of low-rise, family-oriented housing, with a steady, settled feel.

Rents track close to the GTA average of $1,917, making it a practical part of the city for buyers and tenants alike. For owners here, the opportunity is rarely a teardown — it's heritage-sensitive renovations, additions, and garden suites that add space or rental income without leaving the neighbourhood.

We've been building in North York since 1988. In East Willowdale, that means honest answers about what's feasible, what it costs, and what adds real value — before you commit.

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