The Vibe

Energetic and lively, there's always something going on in Little Italy. An abundance of patios, bars, and restaurants, a movie theatre and music venue means there's something to do nearly every night in this neighbourhood!

The Story

Little Italy is a popular neighbourhood located just west of Bathurst and east of Dovercourt along College Street. The area became recognized as Little Italy in the 1920s, and a local BIA was officially formed in 1985. The annual Taste of Little Italy weekend street festival takes place every June and celebrates the culture, history, and people of this wonderful neighbourhood. You'll be hard-pressed to find a place with as much community pride as Little Italy real estate!

This area is well known for its incredible food scene, with anchors like Bar Isabel and La Carnita. Regardless of whether you're looking for upscale cuisine or quick and dirty nachos, you're bound to find what you need here. If you're not a huge foodie, there are options for you too! The Walton's self-proclaimed "cutest patio in Toronto" serves up incredible cocktails and boasts an expertly curated wine list, while Birreria Volo features 26 rotating taps of beer hidden in a beautiful historic alleyway along the main strip.

And let's not forget the coffee shops. Whether your thing is organic, health-focused food and brew (The Green Grind) or a well-designed hangout perfect for a date (Empire Espresso), the number of cafes that occupy this neighbourhood cater to every coffee drinker's needs. Take your cup to go and pair it with a stroll along the gorgeous Victorian houses that line the side streets, and we think that living in Little Italy real estate will be a strong contender for your new neighbourhood in the city!

The Convenience

The 506 Carlton streetcar runs directly through this neighbourhood, bookended by the 63 Ossington bus and the 511 Bathurst streetcar running north and south on either side. Only a few bus stops to the Ossington subway station connects you to the Bloor-Danforth line, and in the other direction, the 506 Carlton streetcar stops at Queens Park on the Yonge-University-Spadina line. Needless to say, living in Little Italy makes commuting in the city a breeze! In terms of daily errands, there's a Metro grocery store along with many mom and pop markets, a Shoppers Drug Mart, LCBO and multiple convenience stores along College Street. All are within a short walk from each other, so running errands without a car is a breeze in this neighbourhood.

The Residents

Little Italy real estate is occupied mainly by working-age individuals from 25-64. According to the 2011 census, this demographic accounted for 65% of the population in this neighbourhood, with seniors and youth tied for second.

The overall feel of Little Italy real estate and neighbourhood is lively - there always seems to be something going on. Although the area is extremely diverse in its population, many Italian restaurants and bakeries still remain, a reference to the cultural background (and namesake) of this neighbourhood.

The Best Part

You're in the heart of one of the best food and drink scenes in the city. Bar Isabel, La Cartina, Bar Raval, DaiLo, The Walton, Birreria Volo, Pizza Libretto Takeout...are you drooling yet?