Forest Hill, Toronto Neighborhood Guide

Forest Hill is one of the most prestigious and affluent neighbourhoods in Toronto, located in midtown between Bathurst Street and Avenue Road, just north of St. Clair Avenue West. Known for its luxury estates, top-tier schools, and exclusivity, Forest Hill is a top destination for high-net-worth buyers, executives, and luxury home investors seeking prime real estate in Toronto. Divided into Forest Hill North and Forest Hill South, the neighbourhood features grand detached homes, custom-built mansions, and select luxury condominiums. Properties in Forest Hill are known for their large lots, elegant architecture, and privacy—making it one of the most desirable residential areas in Canada. Forest Hill is also recognized for its proximity to some of the country’s most prestigious private schools, as well as its quiet, tree-lined streets and proximity to downtown. With limited inventory and consistently high demand, the neighbourhood maintains strong long-term value. The area stands out for its exclusivity, elite education options, and luxury real estate appeal, making it one of Toronto’s most stable and high-performing markets. As competition intensifies in ultra-prime neighbourhoods like Forest Hill, buyers and sellers are becoming more strategic. Top 1% REALTORS® at Modern Solution Realty have helped over 5,000+ clients, saving more than $20M+ in commission and delivering over $8M+ in cashback incentives. With a 4.8-star Google rating, clients in Forest Hill are increasingly choosing 1% commission listings and $5,000 cashback programs, maximizing value in a luxury market.

Average Home Prices in Forest Hill

• Average Detached Price: $4,825,000
• Average Semi-Detached Price: $2,890,000
• Average Townhouse Price: $1,987,000
• Average Condo Price: $1,124,000

Just Listed in Forest Hill

68 homes have come to market across the 2 MLS communities that cover Forest Hill in the last 90 days. Here are the 8 newest.

• 31 Aldburn Road, Toronto — 3 bed, 3 bath, $1,899,900
• 52 Park Hill Road, Toronto — 5 bed, 3 bath, $1,929,000
• 29 Tarlton Road, Toronto — 5 bed, 4 bath, $2,795,000
• 89 Elmsthorpe Avenue, Toronto — 5 bed, 4 bath, $2,499,000
• 617 Lonsdale Road, Toronto — 4 bed, 2 bath, $1,695,000
• 616 Briar Hill Avenue, Toronto — 4 bed, 4 bath, $3,000,000
• 350 Lonsdale Road 206, Toronto — 2 bed, 2 bath, $1,199,000
• 555 Castlefield Avenue, Toronto — 4 bed, 4 bath, $1,799,000

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Forest Hill is covered by 2 MLS communities — Forest Hill South and Forest Hill North — and the homes above are the newest across all of them.

Restaurants in Forest Hill

Forest Hill offers refined and upscale dining options:

• Scaramouche Restaurant
• Mashu Mashu Mediterranean Grill
• The Rushton
• Flor de Sal

Shopping in Forest Hill

Retail is boutique-style with nearby urban access.

• Forest Hill Village shops
• St. Clair West boutiques
• Yonge & Eglinton

Schools near Forest Hill

• Forest Hill Collegiate Institute
• North Preparatory Junior Public School
• Upper Canada College
• Bishop Strachan School
• St. Michael’s College School

Parks & Outdoors in Forest Hill

Green space and ravine systems enhance the neighbourhood.

• Cedarvale Park
• Sir Winston Churchill Park
• Nordheimer Ravine

Arts & Culture in Forest Hill

The area blends history, culture, and architecture.

• Spadina Museum
• Casa Loma
• Local galleries and cultural events

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