15 Glen Manor Drive

With only Hubbard Boulevard between these homes and the beach, 15 Glen Manor Drive is perfect for residents who want to live as close to the water as possible. In Toronto’s prestigious Beaches neighbourhood, and surrounded by residential homes, tree lined streets, and the sandy boardwalk to the south, Toronto condos for sale at Glen Manor are an ideal choice for residents who value privacy, comfort, and easy access to Lake Ontario.

Built in 1994, Glen Manor has a clean and inviting façade of red brick with some concrete accents, and landscaped grounds to beautify the property. Although the building doesn’t have any amenities to speak of, the main draw for most will be its immediate proximity to the beach and the boardwalk. Residents will literally be able to see, hear and smell the freshwater beach that’s located just meters from their own homes.

Standing at a modest 3 storeys, Glen Manor has just 11 units, which range from around 450 to 1,100 square feet. These Toronto condos contain one or two bedrooms, with larger units having extra spaces that residents can use as dens, offices, libraries, or even extra bedrooms.

These utilize feature open-concept kitchens and living rooms, high ceilings and large windows in order to make living spaces feel bright, cozy, and warm. And the glass double-doors that lead from living rooms to balconies add a nice touch to the breathability of the suites at Glen Manor, especially during the summer.

Floors are finished with hardwood throughout the suites, and many of these homes feature skylights and fireplaces. In rare cases, homes are even equipped with rooftop patios. Kitchens have tasteful ceramic backsplashes, stone counters, generous islands, stainless steel appliances, and quality cabinetry with plenty of storage for cookware. Bathrooms are nicely finished as well, with built-in soaker tubs and standing glass door showers.

Suites also have their own washers and dryers, and residents lucky enough to snag a unit with southern exposures will have fantastic views of the lake and its balmy beaches.

There’s an almost cottage-like atmosphere around 15 Glen Manor. The ample greenery and nearby sandy shores are tranquil enough to make residents forget they’re still in Canada’s busiest city. But it’s not just all that foliage and water that makes the neighborhood a great place to live. Just up north, on streets like Kingston Road and Queen East, fabulous shops, restaurants, and bars can be found. And just a bit farther north is the Danforth Village, known for its unique eateries, stores and markets.

Looking for some nearby entertainment? Just around the corner from 15 Glen Manor are a number of great venues for killing time or getting some rest and relaxation. The Fox Theatre, known for showing both classic and contemporary films, is not too far away, and The Beaches Public Library is close by as well. There are also several health spas, gyms, and even escape rooms for residents to try out.

Aside from the beach directly south of Glen Manor, plenty of parks and beaches can be found around the neighborhood, such as Ivan Forrest Gardens (which connects to the Glen Stewart Ravine and Park), Balmy Beach Park, Beaches Park, and Kew Gardens. And nearby schools include Glen Ames Senior Public School, St Denis Catholic School, Williamson Road Junior Public School, and Notre Dame High School.

Navigating The Beaches shouldn’t be too much trouble for residents of 15 Glen Manor. After walking a few blocks north, residents can access the Queen Street East Streetcar. Alternatively, they can take a bus north along Main Street to reach the Main Street Subway Station in about 15 minutes.

The streets around The Beaches are flat and quiet, making them great for avid cyclists who don’t have too far to travel. And drivers can reach Lake Shore Boulevard and the Don Valley Parkway via Queen Street East in no time.