South Riverdale, as its name suggests, is the southern half of the large Riverdale neighbourhood. Considered the gateway to the east end of the city, it’s generally bounded by the Don Valley Parkway to the west, Greenwood Avenue to the east, Gerrard Street to the north and Lake Shore Boulevard to the south. The residential landscape is primarily made up of two and three-story Victorian and Edwardian style homes constructed in the late 19th century, many of which have undergone extensive renovations. The area is known for its multiculturalism, diverse mix of retail shopping and large film studios extending south from  Queen Street East to the waterfront.

This urban neighbourhood has an abundance of parkland, perhaps the most notable being Jimmie Simpson Park. Located just east of Broadview Avenue on Queen Street East, the 2.6-hectare park features a baseball diamond, multipurpose sports field, hockey rink, two tennis courts, basketball courts, wading pool and a children’s playground. Nearby is a recreation centre with an indoor swimming pool, games room and gymnasium, as well as the Royal Canadian Curling Club, which features six sheets and hosts leagues for approximately 500 members.

South Riverdale is an ideal location for commuters given its close proximity to the Don Valley Parkway, Gardiner Expressway and Lake Shore Boulevard, all quickly accessible from this neighbourhood. As for public transit, regular bus and streetcar service is just steps away on Carlaw Avenue and Queen Street East. 88 Colgate Ave. has an excellent transit score of 89, making most trips convenient.

With excellent assigned and public schools very close to this home, your kids will get a quality education in the neighbourhood.

Morse Street Junior Public School (JK – Grade 6)
Queen Alexandra Middle School (Grades 6 – 8)
St. Joseph Catholic School (JK – Grade 8)
Holy Name Catholic School (JK – Grade 3)*
St. Agatha Catholic School (Grades 4 – 5)*
St. John Catholic School (Grades 5 – 8)**
Riverdale Collegiate Institute (Grades 9 – 12)
Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute (Grades 9 – 12)
Notre Dame Catholic High School (Grades 9 – 12)
St. Patrick Catholic Secondary School (Grades 9 – 12)
Senator O’Connor Catholic College School (Grades 9 – 12)

*French immersion program only.
**Extended French program only.
NOTE: Public and Catholic elementary schools are within designated catchment area for 2021/2022 school year.

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