Islington-Queensway: One of Etobicoke's Most Desirable Neighbourhoods
The Islington-Queensway community offers something rare in Toronto's real estate landscape — mature, tree-lined streets with a genuine neighbourhood feel, combined with outstanding connectivity to the rest of the city.
Schools
Families choosing 36 Athol Avenue benefit from catchment access to Norseman Junior Middle School (JK–Grade 8) and Etobicoke Collegiate Institute, both well-regarded Toronto District School Board schools with strong academic reputations.
Transit & Commuting
Islington-Queensway sits just minutes from both Islington and Kipling TTC subway stations — providing direct rapid transit access to downtown Toronto and Union Station. For drivers, the Gardiner Expressway and Highway 427 offer fast routes throughout the GTA.
Parks & Recreation
The area is rich with green space, including Mimico Creek Trail, Sunnylea Park, and Queensway Park — ideal for families, dog owners, and anyone who values outdoor living. The neighbourhood's mature tree canopy and wide lots give it a cottage-country calm, just minutes from downtown.
Shopping & Amenities
Bloor Street West provides a strong lineup of restaurants, cafés, and independent shops. Sherway Gardens — one of the GTA's premier shopping centres — is minutes away by car, along with major grocery stores, medical offices, and everyday conveniences.
Why Buyers Choose Islington-Queensway
Properties in this pocket of Etobicoke consistently attract competitive buyer interest due to the neighbourhood's combination of school quality, lot sizes, transit access, and architectural character. Fully renovated detached homes of this size and quality — especially those with permitted additions — represent genuine scarcity in this market.
36 Athol Avenue
Very Walkable
