We had published about a great tour that was taking place on August 7, 2010 which was organized by Heritage Toronto and Cabbagetown Preservation Association.  I’m happy to present a small video showcasing what we saw.  I couldn’t video record it all and you would have to come down to one to attend and see it in person.  A great time! A big thank you to all that came especially Dustin, Robin and their little boy! Heritage Toronto – www.heritagetoronto.org Cabbagetown Preservaton Association – www.cabbagetownpa.ca

Cabbagetown Preservation Authority is hosting it’s 32nd Annual Cabbagetown Tour of Homes this year on September 19, 2010 where you not only get to see the great properties of the area from the outside but also get to walk through seven fascinating homes from the inside as well.  Get in touch with the roots of the area and see what makes Cabbagetown a great area to live in. Tickets will be available on August 9, 2010 for purchase.  Tickets are $30 each! For a chance to win a FREE ticket, simply subscribe to our website and you will be entered …

Start: Aug 7 2010 – 1:30pm End: Aug 7 2010 – 3:00pm Cabbagetown, a residential area developed in the late 1800s, is rich in Victorian architecture – from workmen’s cottages to villas. Explore the architecture and hear stories of the people who have lived here. Leaders: Cabbagetown Preservation Association Start Point: NE corner of Winchester and Parliament Streets Finish Point: Carlton and Parliament Streets Length: Approx. 1 1/2 hours We hope you can join us for this walk.  If you need help with directions, please feel free to contact me directly.

I had the great opportunity to be part of a historic walk in Cabbagetown showcasing some of it’s great residents. The walk took about 1.5 hours to complete over side walks as we walked through streets and alleys. This gave me a chance to show case the different styles of houses that are nestled in Cabbagetown and show the in my video. We made multiple stops during our tour and following are some of the names that I could remember. We started off on Winchester and went by homes of: Samuel Johnson Boddy Doug Hennings Ernest MacMillan Daniel Lamb We …

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Since its beginnings in the 1830s as an immigrant reception neighborhood, Cabbagetown has been home to an amazing group of personalities. In this follow-up to last year’s walk, hear the stories of some of those who lived in the northern part of Cabbagetown. Tours will be offered in English and French. Sunday, July 25 – 1:00 PM NEW LEADERS: Cabbagetown Preservation Association (in English) with la Société d’histoire de Toronto (in French) START POINT: NE corner of Parliament and Winchester Streets FINISH POINT: Parliament St and Lancaster Ave LENGTH: Approx. 1½ to 2 hours FOCUS: Historical DIFFICULTY: Average walk on …

Thank you for reviewing the new homes for sale in Cabbagetown for July 22, 2010.  We will be making these posts more interactive in the near future but in order to provide the information to you now, we are striving to provide it in the quickest way possible. We have one new listings that entered the market today.  Following is an overview of it. 337 Wellesley Street East View Larger Map This is a beautiful semi detached property that just came on the market located just east of Parliament on Wellesley.  The property looks immaculate!  It has two cars parking …

Easy dos and don’ts (NC)—There’s no need to uproot your life in order to make your home more green and energy-efficient this fall and winter.  It can be easy.  Experts at leading window coverings manufacturer Hunter Douglas, which pioneered energy efficiency at the window with the introduction of the world’s first honeycomb shade, offer the following tips: Power strips aren’t just for your computer gear.  Use them for TVs, VCRs and appliances – electronic “vampires” that suck electricity to tune of $1 billion a year when not in use.  Turn them off with one quick click. Uncovered windows can literally …

Thank you for taking the time to visit our site.  This website is designed to showcase all that Cabbagetown has to offer with it charming streets, beautiful Victorian homes, rich history and amazing businesses.  We’re constantly updating the website with new content so please feel free to bookmark us or subscribe to us and we will start sending you our latest content as it’s published. I will be providing updates on any new listings that are entering the market place as well for your review.  The listings showcased here encompass other neighborhoods beside Cabbagetown including St James Town, Regent Park …

(NC)—Homeowners often ask: should I sell or renovate?  When a home no longer meets your needs or you simply fall out of love with it, you may be looking for a change.  But deciding what kind of change, renovating or moving altogether, is a big decision. “There are many mortgage and line of credit options to help make moving or renovating easier,” says Farhaneh Haque, Regional Sales Manager, Mobile Mortgage Specialists, TD Canada Trust. “Speak with your local mortgage expert who can help you make an informed decision based on your life stage.” There are pros and cons for moving …