1494 Islington Avenue, photo 1

For sale Princess-Rosethorn, Toronto, ON

1494 Islington Avenue

List price
$2,900,000
Sq ft
3500-5000
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
5

About this home

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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Facts and features of 1494 Islington Avenue

Key facts
TypeDetached
Style2-Storey
Bedrooms6
Bathrooms5
Size3500-5000 sq ft
Lot55 x 120 Feet
Parking6
GarageDetached
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementFinished with Walk-Out, Separate Entrance
ExteriorBoard & Batten , Brick
Taxes$7,059 (2026)
Days on market49
Listing brokerageROYAL LEPAGE REAL ESTATE SERVICES LTD.

Rooms

12 rooms, with sizes

RoomLevelSizeFeatures
Family Room Main 21′ 1″ × 13′ 7″ Sunken Room
Foyer Main 11′ 3″ × 10′ 4″
Living Room Main 13′ 6″ × 12′ 11″
Sitting Second 13′ 9″ × 12′ 10″
Kitchen Main 14′ 7″ × 13′ 3″
Bedroom 3 Second 14′ 9″ × 9′ 11″
Bedroom Main 12′ 2″ × 9′ 2″
Dining Room Main 12′ 8″ × 9′ 1″
Bedroom 4 Second 13′ 9″ × 11′ 3″
Primary Bedroom Second 21′ 8″ × 14′ 0″
Library Main 20′ 3″ × 9′ 1″
Bedroom 2 Second 21′ 1″ × 12′ 10″

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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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MLS® W13771930 Data source: PropTx Listed September 11, 2026