RARE LIVE/WORK OPPORTUNITY IN THE HEART OF PRINCESS ROSETHORN / EDENBRIDGE HUMBER VALLEY NEIGHBOURHOODS! Welcome to 1494 Islington Avenue - an exceptionally unique property offering over 4,000 sqft of residential living space PLUS approximately 1,900 sqft of commercial space, creating an incredible opportunity to live, work and invest all in one location. Ideally positioned directly across from Thorncrest Plaza at Islington Avenue & Rathburn Road, this property offers outstanding visibility, convenience and flexibility in one of Etobicoke's most desirable areas. The spacious 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom residence offers an abundance of room for growing families, multi-generational living or those looking for generous work-from-home space. The home features a beautifully updated chef's kitchen, multiple inviting living and entertaining areas, generous bedrooms and plenty of natural light throughout. A private yard and garage/workspace provide even more functionality for everyday family living. The lower-level commercial space, separately addressed as 1 Rathburn Road, offers approximately 1,900 sqft of bright, versatile space with large windows and a professional front entrance. Well suited for a variety of permitted uses including professional offices, medical or wellness practitioners, accountants, lawyers, real estate professionals, educators, contractors and more. With parking for 6 cars, excellent exposure and a prime location surrounded by established residential neighbourhoods, shopping, restaurants, transit and major roadways, this is a truly rare opportunity to combine home and business under one roof. A property with this size, flexibility and location rarely comes available - perfect for an owner-occupier, professional or investor looking for something truly distinctive.
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| Type | Detached |
|---|---|
| Style | 2-Storey |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 5 |
| Size | 3500-5000 sq ft |
| Lot | 55 x 120 Feet |
| Parking | 6 |
| Garage | Detached |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Basement | Finished with Walk-Out, Separate Entrance |
| Exterior | Board & Batten , Brick |
| Taxes | $7,059 (2026) |
| Days on market | 49 |
| Listing brokerage | ROYAL LEPAGE REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD. |
Rooms
12 rooms, with sizes
| Room | Level | Size | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Room | Main | 21′ 1″ × 13′ 7″ 6.43 × 4.14 m | Sunken Room |
| Foyer | Main | 11′ 3″ × 10′ 4″ 3.43 × 3.15 m | |
| Living Room | Main | 13′ 6″ × 12′ 11″ 4.11 × 3.94 m | |
| Sitting | Second | 13′ 9″ × 12′ 10″ 4.19 × 3.91 m | |
| Kitchen | Main | 14′ 7″ × 13′ 3″ 4.44 × 4.04 m | |
| Bedroom 3 | Second | 14′ 9″ × 9′ 11″ 4.5 × 3.02 m | |
| Bedroom | Main | 12′ 2″ × 9′ 2″ 3.71 × 2.79 m | |
| Dining Room | Main | 12′ 8″ × 9′ 1″ 3.86 × 2.77 m | |
| Bedroom 4 | Second | 13′ 9″ × 11′ 3″ 4.19 × 3.43 m | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | 21′ 8″ × 14′ 0″ 6.6 × 4.27 m | |
| Library | Main | 20′ 3″ × 9′ 1″ 6.17 × 2.77 m | |
| Bedroom 2 | Second | 21′ 1″ × 12′ 10″ 6.43 × 3.91 m |
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What’s near 1494 Islington Avenue
From 1494 Islington Avenue, the nearest TDSB elementary school is Humber Valley Village Junior Middle School, about 550 m away.
Schools
- Humber Valley Village Junior Middle School TDSB elementary · JK-8 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 6 reading 94% · Gr 6 math 65% about 550 m
- Rosethorn Junior School TDSB elementary · JK-5 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 3 reading 64% about 700 m
- John G Althouse Middle School TDSB middle school · 6-8 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 6 reading 94% · Gr 6 math 77% about 2.0 km
- St Gregory Catholic School Catholic elementary · JK-8 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 6 reading 89% · Gr 6 math 52% about 1.1 km
- Etobicoke Collegiate Institute TDSB secondary · 9-12 EQAO 2024-25: Gr 9 math 73% · Gr 10 literacy 90% about 1.5 km
Nearest schools, not necessarily the ones that serve this address. Check with the TDSB and TCDSB school locators.
Places: OpenStreetMap contributors, October 2026. Straight-line distances. Schools: EQAO 2024-25, Ontario Ministry of Education.
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