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253 Wellesley Street East, Toronto, ON M4X 1G8

Cabbagetown-South St. James Town
2
2
1,000–1,199 ft²
Condo Apartment1 Parking
Listed by RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS INC.

Assigned school

46% EQAO

Rose Avenue Junior Public School

Childcare

6 centres

0.1 km closest

Block profile

21% owners

$73k median

Small-area Census counts are randomly rounded by Statistics Canada.

Property Information

Property TypeCondo Apartment
BasementNone
Parking1 parking space · Underground
Property taxes$3,092/yr (2025)
Days on Market29 Days
Listed DateAug 10, 2026
MLS® NumberC13658558

Monthly Cost

Description

Character and charm! Welcome to "The Mansion" at 253 Wellesley St E. A converted Victorian Mansion in the heart of Cabbagetown. This is your exclusive chance to call home to 1 of only 5 units in the Building. *First unit available for sale in the last 7 years!* Unit C is a 2-storey, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom unit and located on the upper 2 Floors of the building and features approx. 1070 square feet of functional living space. The main floor features soaring 10 foot ceilings with large windows, hardwood flooring, a large open concept living and dining room, updated kitchen and convenient powder room. The upper level has 2 bedrooms featuring all new white oak hardwood flooring, *brand new 3-piece washroom with marble flooring, shower with custom glass door and vanity- simply stunning! Take the virtual tour. This condo is truly unique, perfect for professional/couple, young family, down-sizers, first-time buyers + more. Ton of upgrades throughout featuring custom built-in closets throughout the unit, new and highly efficient heat pump system with forced air heating and cooling. All new windows, freshly painted + more. *Unit C also includes 1 underground parking and large locker/storage room.* Friendly residents and meticulous landscape. This condominium is very well managed and maintained, includes the Mansion and 6 townhouses at the rear of property sharing a eloquent and picturesque outdoor garden area. Located in the desirable community of Cabbagetown -home to unique blend of historic charm, Victorian architecture, a tight-knit community atmosphere, and excellent proximity to downtown Toronto amenities and green spaces. Vibrant local amenities along Parliament St and others offering a variety of local businesses, grocery stores, butcher shops, cafes, diverse restaurants and eateries, and unique boutiques. Easy access to Transit, close to the Financial and Entertainment District and conveniently close to Recreation areas -Riverdale Park and Farm andmuch more

Listing History

Event
Date
Price
Listed
Aug 10, 2026
$799,900

Shows activity for this MLS® listing. Prior listings and sold records appear when available.

Location

Map showing 253 Wellesley Street East, Toronto, ON M4X 1G8 inside the Rose Avenue Junior Public School attendance boundaryView on Map

School Catchments

School boundaries and eligibility may change. Confirm school eligibility directly with the school board.

All Toronto school catchments

Licensed Childcare Nearby

6 licensed centres nearby · closest 111 m

Licensed Child Care Centre
Winchester Site Day Care (Central Neighbourhood House)
15 Prospect Street, Toronto
0.1 km
Full day · Before & after school
Operator: The Neighbourhood Group Community Services
Licence #0003614·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Wellesley Early Learning Centre - Earlscourt Creche Cdi - 495 Sherbourne Street
495 Sherbourne Street, Toronto
0.3 km
Full day
Operator: Child Development Institute
Licence #0002899·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
The Neighbourhood Group Our Lady Of Lourdes
444 Sherbourne Street, Toronto
0.3 km
Before & after school
Operator: The Neighbourhood Group Community Services
Licence #58297·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
Buds And Blossoms
517 Parliament Street, Toronto
0.3 km
Half day · Before & after school
Operator: The Happy Kidz Group Inc.
Licence #57765·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
George Brown - Rose Avenue Child Care Centre
675 Ontario Street, Toronto
0.4 km
Full day · Before & after school
Operator: George Brown College Of Applied Arts & Technology
Licence #0004572·Child Care Centre
Licensed Child Care Centre
The Munchkin Manor Early Learning Centre
525 Bloor Street, Toronto
0.6 km
Full day
Operator: The Munchkin Manor Daycare & Early Learning Centre Inc.
Licence #60733·Child Care Centre

Area Checks

  • Inside a Toronto Heritage Conservation District — Cabbagetown Northwest

    HCD rules restrict exterior alterations and demolition — review the district plan before planning changes.

    Source: City of Toronto — Heritage Conservation Districts · as of Sep 2026

Also checked, nothing flagged at this location: flood hazard mapping, conservation-regulated areas, provincially significant wetlands, the Greenbelt, the Oak Ridges Moraine, the Niagara Escarpment plan, areas of natural and scientific interest, rail corridors, hydro transmission corridors.

Screened against public government mapping at this home’s location — simplified boundaries, not a survey, an appraisal or a legal determination. Confirm anything that matters with the authority named.

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253 Wellesley
253 Wellesley Street E
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About Cabbagetown-South St. James Town

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Who lives here

A snapshot of this home’s immediate area — the census dissemination area it sits in.

21%
Homeowners
43%
Households with kids
$72,500
Median income
42
Median age
More about this area
1.9
Avg. household size
59%
University degree
31%
Newcomers (immigrants)
Age profile304 residents
Under 2012%
20–3424%
35–6449%
65+15%

StatCan 2021 Census · this home’s dissemination area (DA 35200774). Values are randomly rounded by Statistics Canada for privacy.

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DistrictIQ Inc., BrokerageMLS® data provided by PropTxUpdated Aug 10, 2026
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