Danforth Village doesn’t just cut a cross-section through eastern Toronto – it also showcases an incredible mosaic of cultures. From Greek to Bangladeshi, the multitude of voices defines this stretch of Danforth Avenue.
The neighbourhood typically has small, affordable semi-detached houses with short front lawns on long streets. Constructed in the 1930s, most of these homes exhibit Edwardian and Toronto Bungalow architectures.
Homes in Danforth Village
Also known as Danforth East or East End Danforth, Danforth Village in the late 1800s was a postal village named Coleman’s Corners centred around Main Street. In the 1900s, the community became Little York. The neighbourhood became popular with immigrants in the post-war era.
Where to eat and shop
The storefronts of Danforth Village offer a mix of local and chain stores with Greek, Italian, southwest Asian, Ethiopian, Moroccan food and goods.
Shops in Danforth Village
Shoppers World, Toronto’s largest discount mall, and several supermarkets reside on Danforth and Victoria Park.
Every Thursday afternoon from June to October, the East Lynn Farmers’ Market opens just west of Woodbine and Danforth. Ontario grown produce such as strawberries, maple syrup and even buffalo meat is available.
Getting here
Danforth Village’s boundaries are indistinct, but it is generally defined by Milverton Boulevard to the north, the CN rail tracks to the south, Greenwood Avenue to the west and Victoria Park Avenue to the east. Danforth Village is directly north of Leslieville and Upper Beaches.
You are walking distance from a variety of TTC stations on the Danforth line: Donlands, Greenwood , Coxwell, Woodbine and Main Street. The Danforth GO Station offers express train access to the downtown core within 10 minutes.
Where to play
The neighbourhood’s largest park is Monarch Park, located near Coxwell Avenue and the CN rail tracks. It offers a large outdoor pool, two outdoor ice rinks, tennis court, children’s playground and a dog leash-free area.
Located south of Main Street, the Main Square Community Centre and Ted Reeve Arena feature a 25 metre indoor pool and two ice rinks respectively.
East Lynn Park
A trio of small dog leash-free areas – Merrill Bridge Road Park, Oakcrest Park and Wildwood Parkette are located on Woodbine south of Danforth.
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