Is Etobicoke a good place to live?
Yes. Etobicoke is one of Toronto’s most versatile places to live. It offers waterfront condos, beach-town neighbourhoods, prestigious detached streets in The Kingsway and more affordable homes in the north, all with Line 2 subway, GO trains and Pearson Airport close by. Prices vary widely: September 2026 benchmarks ranged from about $676,000 in north Etobicoke to nearly $995,000 in central Etobicoke for all home types.
- Best for: families wanting space inside Toronto, condo buyers on the waterfront, and frequent flyers near Pearson.
- Typical price (Sept 2026): central Etobicoke (W08) $994,800 for all homes and $1,623,000 for detached; north Etobicoke (W10) $676,300 for all homes (TRREB MLS® HPI).
- Getting downtown: about 20–30 minutes on Lakeshore West GO from Mimico or Long Branch, or 25–35 minutes on Line 2 from Kipling.
- Neighbourhoods to know: The Kingsway, Humber Valley Village, Islington Village, Humber Bay Shores, Mimico, New Toronto, Long Branch, Richview and Rexdale.
Updated October 2026 by the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage.
About Etobicoke, Toronto
South Etobicoke runs along Lake Ontario, from the condo towers of Humber Bay Shores to the older lakeside communities of Mimico, New Toronto and Long Branch. Central Etobicoke includes The Kingsway, Humber Valley Village and Islington Village, some of Toronto’s most established family neighbourhoods.
North Etobicoke, including Rexdale, Thistletown and Humberwood, offers some of the most affordable detached homes in the city, plus Humber Polytechnic and the new Line 6 Finch West LRT, which opened in December 2025.
The City of Toronto is turning the Six Points area at Kipling and Dundas into a new Etobicoke City Centre, with condos, a new civic centre and transit at Kipling station.
| Fact | Etobicoke |
|---|---|
| Part of | City of Toronto (former City of Etobicoke) |
| Boundaries | Humber River to Etobicoke Creek; Lake Ontario to Steeles Ave |
| Benchmark, all homes, central (W08, Sept 2026) | $994,800 |
| Benchmark, detached, central (W08, Sept 2026) | $1,623,000 |
| Benchmark, all homes, north (W10, Sept 2026) | $676,300 |
| Subway | Line 2: Old Mill, Royal York, Islington, Kipling |
| GO | Mimico, Long Branch (Lakeshore West); Kipling (Milton) |
| Highways | Gardiner, QEW, 427, 401, 409 |
📍 Etobicoke, City of Toronto, Ontario
Etobicoke Neighbourhood Guide
The Kingsway
The Kingsway is Etobicoke’s most prestigious neighbourhood, with Tudor-style homes on winding streets, the Bloor Street village shops and Line 2 stations at Royal York and Islington.
- Bloor Street Kingsway village shops
- Royal York and Islington stations
- Close to the Humber River and Old Mill
- Highly sought-after schools
Humber Valley Village
Humber Valley Village, north of The Kingsway, has large homes on ravine lots, James Gardens and Humber River trails.
- James Gardens and Humber trails
- Humbertown Shopping Centre
- Large lots and ravine views
- Quick access to Highway 401 and 427
Islington Village / Etobicoke City Centre
Islington Village, with its murals and Dundas Street shops, sits beside the new Etobicoke City Centre at Six Points, where condos are rising around Kipling and Islington stations.
- Kipling and Islington stations
- Kipling GO and bus terminal
- Islington Village shops and murals
- New civic centre at Six Points
Humber Bay Shores
Humber Bay Shores is a cluster of lakefront condo towers next to Humber Bay Park, minutes from downtown on the Gardiner, Lake Shore streetcars and Mimico GO.
- Humber Bay Park and waterfront trail
- Mimico GO station nearby
- Quick Gardiner access
- Large condo inventory
Mimico / New Toronto / Long Branch
These lakeside communities along Lake Shore Boulevard West have small-town main streets, waterfront parks and two GO stations, at lower prices than central Etobicoke.
- Colonel Samuel Smith Park
- Mimico and Long Branch GO
- Humber Polytechnic Lakeshore campus
- Lake Shore West shops and cafés
Markland Wood / Eringate
Markland Wood and Eringate in west Etobicoke are quiet family neighbourhoods with mature trees, good schools and quick access to Highway 427 and Pearson.
- Markland Wood Golf Club
- Centennial Park nearby
- Quick access to the 427 and Pearson
- Popular with families
Richview / Rexdale / Thistletown
Central-north and north Etobicoke offer some of Toronto’s most affordable detached homes, plus Humber Polytechnic and the new Line 6 Finch West LRT.
- Line 6 Finch West LRT
- Humber Polytechnic North campus
- Woodbine Racetrack and entertainment
- Lower prices than south Etobicoke
| Neighbourhood | Best for | Typical housing | Price point |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingsway | prestige family homes | Large detached homes | Luxury |
| Humber Valley Village | luxury near the Humber | Large detached homes | Luxury |
| Islington Village / Etobicoke City Centre | condos and transit access | Condos, towns, older detached | Mid |
| Humber Bay Shores | waterfront condo living | High-rise condos | Entry to mid |
| Mimico / New Toronto / Long Branch | beach-town living in the city | Detached, semis, towns, condos | Mid to upper |
| Markland Wood / Eringate | established family homes | Detached and semi-detached | Upper |
| Richview / Rexdale / Thistletown | value and space in Toronto | Detached, semis, towns, condos | Entry to mid |
Etobicoke Demographics
Who lives in Etobicoke?
South and central Etobicoke attract families and professionals who want space close to downtown, while waterfront condos are popular with young professionals and downsizers. North Etobicoke is one of Toronto’s most diverse areas, with large South Asian, Caribbean, East African and Latin American communities.
Growth and housing demand
Growth is concentrated at Humber Bay Shores, along Lake Shore West and at the new Etobicoke City Centre around Kipling station. Central Etobicoke prices held steady year over year in September 2026, while north Etobicoke fell about 7%.
Schools in Etobicoke
Public and Catholic schools
Etobicoke School of the Arts
Public secondary · Islington area · audition-based arts schoolConfirm catchment with TDSBEtobicoke Collegiate Institute
Public secondary · Islington / Kingsway areaConfirm catchment with TDSBRichview Collegiate Institute
Public secondary · RichviewConfirm catchment with TDSBMartingrove Collegiate Institute
Public secondary · Eringate / MartingroveConfirm catchment with TDSBLakeshore Collegiate Institute
Public secondary · New TorontoConfirm catchment with TDSBBishop Allen Academy
Catholic secondary · central EtobicokeConfirm catchment with TCDSBMichael Power/St. Joseph High School
Catholic secondary · Islington areaConfirm catchment with TCDSB| Board | System |
|---|---|
| Toronto District School Board (TDSB) | English public |
| Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) | English Catholic |
| Conseil scolaire Viamonde | French public |
| Conseil scolaire catholique MonAvenir | French Catholic |
Colleges and universities nearby
Humber Polytechnic has two Etobicoke campuses: North (at the Line 6 Finch West terminus) and Lakeshore (in New Toronto). Downtown universities are reachable by subway or GO.
Transit and Getting Around Etobicoke
Line 2 Bloor-Danforth
Old Mill, Royal York, Islington and Kipling stations serve central Etobicoke, with Kipling as a major TTC, MiWay and GO hub.
GO Train
Mimico and Long Branch stations are on Lakeshore West (all-day, two-way service). Kipling GO is on the Milton line.
Line 6 Finch West
Opened in December 2025, Line 6 runs from Humber Polytechnic across Finch Avenue to Finch West station on Line 1.
Highways
The Gardiner, QEW, 427, 401 and 409 all pass through Etobicoke. Pearson Airport is about 15–25 minutes away.
Approximate commute times from Etobicoke
| Destination | Typical time | How |
|---|---|---|
| Union Station (GO) | 20–30 min | Lakeshore West from Mimico |
| Union Station (subway) | 30–40 min | Line 2 + Line 1 from Kipling |
| Downtown Toronto (drive) | 20–40 min | Gardiner Expressway |
| Pearson Airport | 15–25 min | Highway 427 |
| Mississauga City Centre | 20–25 min | Highway 403 / MiWay |
Things to Do and Local Amenities in Etobicoke
Parks & Waterfront
- Humber Bay Park
- Colonel Samuel Smith Park
- Marie Curtis Park
- Centennial Park
- James Gardens and Humber River trails
Shopping
- Sherway Gardens
- Bloor Street Kingsway
- Humbertown
- Islington Village
- Lake Shore West main streets
Recreation
- Centennial Park ski hill and conservatory
- Markland Wood Golf Club
- Etobicoke Olympium
- Woodbine Racetrack
- Waterfront Trail cycling
Culture & Food
- Montgomery’s Inn
- Assembly Hall
- Islington Village murals
- Old Mill Toronto
- Lake Shore and Bloor West restaurants
Etobicoke Real Estate Market (September 2026)
| Property type | Benchmark price |
|---|---|
| Composite (all home types) | $994,800 |
| Detached | $1,623,000 |
| Semi-detached | $1,223,800 |
| Townhouse | $684,700 |
| Condo apartment | $531,000 |
| Year-over-year change (composite) | +0.12% |
Source: TRREB MLS® Home Price Index, September 2026. The benchmark table above is for TRREB district W08 (central Etobicoke). Benchmark prices describe a typical home, not an average sale price. Ask us for current sold data on any street.
| TRREB district | Areas | All homes | Detached | Condo apt | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W08 | The Kingsway, Islington-City Centre West, Humber Valley, Princess-Rosethorn, Markland Wood | $994,800 | $1,623,000 | $531,000 | +0.12% |
| W09 | Richview, Willowridge, Humber Heights, Kingsview Village | $922,600 | $1,213,200 | $450,600 | -0.79% |
| W10 | Rexdale, Thistletown, Mount Olive, West Humber-Clairville | $676,300 | $855,100 | $408,400 | -6.98% |
Central Etobicoke held its value better than most of the GTA in 2026, with prices roughly flat year over year. Detached homes in The Kingsway and Humber Valley often sell well above the district benchmark.
Humber Bay Shores and the new Etobicoke City Centre have a large supply of condos, which gives buyers choice and negotiating room. North Etobicoke offers detached homes for roughly half the price of central Etobicoke.
Pros and cons of living in Etobicoke
Pros
- Huge range of homes and price points
- Lake Ontario waterfront parks
- Line 2, Line 6 and three GO lines
- Minutes from Pearson Airport
- Strong schools, including the Etobicoke School of the Arts
Cons
- Detached homes in the Kingsway are very expensive
- Gardiner and 427 traffic
- North Etobicoke is far from downtown
- Lots of condo construction in some areas
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Frequently Asked Questions About Etobicoke
Yes. Etobicoke is a good place to live for families, commuters and condo buyers, with waterfront parks, established neighbourhoods, Line 2 and Line 6 transit, three GO lines and quick access to Pearson Airport. Prices and character vary a lot by neighbourhood.
In September 2026, TRREB MLS® HPI benchmarks for all home types were $994,800 in central Etobicoke (W08), $922,600 in W09 and $676,300 in north Etobicoke (W10). The detached benchmark in W08 was $1,623,000.
The Kingsway and Humber Valley Village for luxury, Markland Wood and Eringate for families, Mimico and Long Branch for lakeside living, Humber Bay Shores for waterfront condos, and Richview or Rexdale for value.
Yes. Etobicoke was a separate city until 1998, when it amalgamated with Toronto. It is now one of the City of Toronto’s districts, served by the TTC, TDSB and TCDSB.
About 20 to 30 minutes on the Lakeshore West GO line from Mimico or Long Branch, about 30 to 40 minutes on Line 2 from Kipling, or about 20 to 40 minutes by car on the Gardiner.
Generally yes, especially for detached homes outside The Kingsway and for north Etobicoke, where the all-homes benchmark was $676,300 in September 2026, well below the City of Toronto’s $908,200.
Popular options include the Etobicoke School of the Arts, Etobicoke Collegiate, Richview Collegiate, Martingrove Collegiate and Lakeshore Collegiate (TDSB), plus Bishop Allen Academy and Michael Power/St. Joseph (TCDSB).
Most of Etobicoke is considered safe, though conditions vary by neighbourhood. We recommend checking the Toronto Police Service public safety data portal for specific areas.
Last updated October 2026. Written by Damali Thomas and Desemal Thomas, Realtors, and Jermaine Whyte, Mortgage Agent Level 2, at the Thomas Team, Century 21 Percy Fulton Ltd., Brokerage. Data: Statistics Canada 2021 Census; TRREB MLS® HPI; Metrolinx; local school boards.
