185 Carlton Street

Built in 1996, Carlton Lofts has retained much of the charm that belonged to the Cabbagetown mansion which once occupied this location. With its yellow-brick exterior and wooden walk up, these Toronto lofts mesh old world charm with modern loft living. There are only 4 hard-lofts in this 2-storey building, making it highly private and exclusive; these lofts do not appear on the market very often, so anyone interested in these Toronto condos for sale would be wise to snatch one up as quickly as possible.

Amenities are limited as one would expect from such an exclusive property, there is however and exercise room, and pets are permitted which is certainly a bonus for animal lovers.

Carlton Lofts is a hard loft conversion that features 4 spacious units. These 2-storey lofts have impressive features such as hardwood floors, gas fireplaces, updated kitchens, exposed beams and private rooftop terraces with plenty of space for relaxing in the sun. These lofts are bright and spacious, each with its own unique design.

Located at 185 Carlton Street, this is an ideal property for professionals who are looking for a quiet residence in a slower-paced neighbourhood — without sacrificing the convenience of city living.

The Cabbagetown neighbourhood is a quiet community known for trendy cafes, cozy restaurants, and charming parks. Conveniently located on the east side of downtown Toronto, this neighbourhood boasts short commutes to all of Toronto’s busiest and best attractions but affords residents a quieter residential-friendly environment.

Carton Lofts is a prime location for coffee drinkers — whether you’re in a morning rush or looking for a place to kick back and read, there is an excellent café in this area with your name on it. JetFuel Coffee shop and TASSO on Parliament are both great choices for pastries and caffeinated beverages, there is also Absolute Bakery and Café, Starbucks, True Love Café, and Tim Hortons.

You will likely have a long list of new favorite restaurants in this neighbourhood and might have a difficult time discovering them all. Carlton Lofts has some fantastic restaurants in the area; House on Parliament is a British-themed pub with dark wood decor and satisfying pub food, there is Salt and Tobacco for pizza and craft beer, Peartree Restaurant for an eclectic menu, and Kingyo for small plates by chef Koji Zenimaru, plus many other fine-dining and fast food locations.

Cabbagetown has a lot to offer in the way of convenience — you won’t need to venture far for groceries and essential pickups; there is a Loblaws on Carlton, A Rabba Fine Foods and Food Basics on Wellesley, and Cosmo’s No Frills and Shoppers Drug Mart on Parliament.

There are some great parks and running trails in this area, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and pet owners. 185 Carlton is just a few blocks south of Winchester Park and Winchester Square Park, and only a few blocks east of Allan Gardens Off-Leash Dog Park. If you’re looking for a more expansive dose of nature — the Rosedale Ravine lands is within walking distance, connecting you to beautiful walking trails and a slew of nearby parks.

Carlton Lofts boasts a Walk Score of 96; there are several grocery stores and drug stores nearby, so it's entirely possible to pick up the essentials without a vehicle. Cyclists have many bike friendly streets in the area and lanes on Sherbourne, Gerrard, Adelaide, and Richmond, allowing for easy travel to downtown Toronto.

Those who rely on public transit have streetcar service on Dundas, buses on Sherbourne and Parliament, and can easily connect to subway lines for longer trips.

Drivers are well-located for access to major highways; the Gardiner Expressway is accessible via Lower Sherbourne, and the Don valley parkway can be reached by taking Parliament north to Bloor, to the Danforth on-ramp.