130 Dunn Ave
130 Dunn Ave is in South Parkdale. A 10‑storey building with 92 affordable rental homes was approved 45 m away and Close Ave is due to be repaved in 2027.
Data as of Nov 10, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- A 10-storey building with 92 affordable rental homes was approved, 45 m away.
- Assaults and break-ins in South Parkdale were above the Toronto rate in 2025.
- 13 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021; 5 involved pedestrians.
- Close Ave, 276 m away, is due to be repaved in 2027.
- Lead in tap-water samples is higher than average in postal area M6K.
01What’s planned near 130 Dunn Ave
2 planning proposals within 250 m (about a 3‑minute walk): one in progress and one decided recently. Some cover several addresses; each proposal is listed once. That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 1).
In progress
- 16-storey building130 Dunn Ave and 3 more addresses · 34 m awaySite plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
City planners are reviewing it. Residents can comment before a decision is made.
INACTIVE Site Plan Approval application to permit 6-storey addition to the existing Lakeside Longterm care facility at 150 Dunn Avenue, with approximately 11,922.44 square metres of gross floor area and 192 new long-term care beds. These…File 19 193057 STE 04 SA · submitted Jul 22, 2019 · City record and how to commentAll 4 addresses
Decided recently
- 210-storey building1337 King St W and 2 more addresses · 45 m awaySite plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building92 homes · affordable rental
City planners approved the site plan, with conditions to meet before a building permit.
Site Plan Control application for a new 10-storey infill residential building with 92 affordable rental units. The existing apartment building ('Phoenix Place') at 1355 King St W will be fully retained on the site.File 25 165309 STE 04 SA · submitted May 26, 2025 · City record and how to commentAll 3 addresses
Development Applications and Committee of Adjustment Applications, City of Toronto. A proposal that covers several addresses is listed once. Decided: development files submitted in the last 4 years; Committee of Adjustment decisions in the last 2 years.
02Street work near 130 Dunn Ave
4 City road or sidewalk projects are planned within 500 m. The closest: laneway rebuild on Springhurst Ave, Cowan Ave to Dunn Ave, Q3 2027 to Q4 2028.
Utility digs within 250 m
- Toronto Water · Priority Lead Water Replacement (New Service) at 109 Dunn Ave · 111 m · May 13, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026
Source: City of Toronto Road Reconstruction, Road Resurfacing and Sidewalk Construction programs (planned work within 500 m), and Utility Cut Permits. Dates are the City’s plan and can move. “Carried over” means the work was due earlier and is still listed.
03Safety near 130 Dunn Ave
Police recorded 109 major crimes within 500 m of this address from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. That's more than at most Toronto addresses (the typical address has 39). The table compares the neighbourhood's rates with Toronto's.
| Major crime | Near this addresswithin 500 m, last 12 months | South Parkdale compared with Torontorate per 100,000 residents, 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assaults | 75 near this address | 48% higher1,140 vs 768 per 100,000 | |
| Break-ins | 21 near this address | 27% higher240 vs 190 per 100,000 | |
| Robberies | 5 near this address | 13% lower69 vs 79 per 100,000 | |
| Thefts over $5,000 | 1 near this address | 25% lower46 vs 61 per 100,000 | |
| Car thefts | 7 near this address | 68% lower73 vs 225 per 100,000 | |
Source: Toronto Police Service Public Safety Data Portal, Major Crime Indicators (Oct 3, 2025 to Sep 30, 2026) and Neighbourhood Crime Rates. Reported incidents only; police place each incident at the nearest intersection. Five-year trends for South Parkdale
Traffic safety
13 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021; 5 involved pedestrians and 2 were fatal. Most were on Jameson Ave and Lake Shore Blvd W. South Parkdale has more of these collisions per resident than almost anywhere in Toronto.
- Lake Shore Blvd W at Jameson Ave · Driver, seriously injured · Aug 28, 2026 · 229 m
- Gardiner Xy E at Jameson Ave · Driver, seriously injured · Dec 13, 2025 · 281 m
- Lake Shore Blvd W at Jameson Ave · Driver, seriously injured · Jul 19, 2025 · 212 m
- Lake Shore Blvd W at Jameson Ave · Driver, seriously injured · Jan 18, 2025 · 372 m
Source: Toronto Police Service, collisions in which someone was killed or seriously injured (since 2021, within 500 m); City of Toronto School Safety Zones and Traffic Calming Database.
Other crimes near this address
| Last 12 months | Within 500 m | South Parkdale, per 100,000 residents | Compared with other neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shootings and firearm discharges | 0 | 5 | About typical |
| Bicycle thefts | 9 | 137 | Higher than most |
| Thefts from vehicles | 15 | 195 | About typical |
Toronto Police Service: Shootings and Firearm Discharges, Bicycle Thefts and Theft From Motor Vehicle, June 2025 to June 2026. Police place each incident at the nearest intersection.
04Getting around from 130 Dunn Ave
The nearest subway station is Lansdowne Station (Line 2), 2.8 km away. Within a 5‑minute walk there are 3 TTC stops served by the 504 streetcar, with about 1,075 departures on a typical weekday. The nearest GO train station is Exhibition GO, 1.2 km away, with 74 train stops on a weekday.
Source: TTC · Line 2 · too far to walk
Source: GO Transit · 74 train stops on a weekday
TTC and GO Transit schedules for a typical weekday (Nov 11, 2026). Walking times are estimates. Bike Share Toronto station data; City of Toronto Cycling Network and Permit Parking Areas.
How reliable are your routes?
| Route | Delays reported | Per 1,000 trips | Compared with other TTC routes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 504 | 1,782 | 7.1 | more than most routes |
TTC Bus and Streetcar Delay Data, September 2025 to September 2026: incidents the TTC logged as delaying service. Per 1,000 trips uses each route’s weekday schedule, so busy routes aren’t penalized for running more vehicles. A typical route: 4.0.
Charging and bike parking
- EV charging: 1224 King St W
City-run (On-Street): 2 Level 2 ports. Next: 45 Abell St, 1.1 km.569 m
City of Toronto: City-operated EV charging stations (private chargers aren’t included); indoor bike stations, shown within 1.5 km.
05Schools and child care near 130 Dunn Ave
The closest public and Catholic schools. They may not be the ones assigned to this address; check with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) or Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB).
Elementary schools
Share of Grade 6 students meeting the provincial standard. Toronto: 87% reading, 54% math.
Secondary schools
Share of students who passed the Grade 10 literacy test on their first try. Toronto: 84%.
The red tick on each bar is the Toronto average. Private schools within 1 km: Mary Mother Of God School. Source: Ontario Ministry of Education (2026), EQAO results.
Within 500 m (about a 6‑minute walk): four licensed child care centres and one EarlyON centre.
Last health inspection Jan 21, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Aug 5, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Feb 6, 2026: pass.
Source: City of Toronto Licensed Child Care Centres, EarlyON Child and Family Centres, and ChildCareSafe (Toronto Public Health inspections).
06Parks, trees and libraries near 130 Dunn Ave
There are 6 parks, 2 playgrounds and 1 community centre within 500 m. The nearest pool is Parkdale Community Recreation Centre, 958 m away.
Parks and community centres within 500 m
- Close-Springhurst Parkette · 70 Close Ave · 75 m
- Springhurst Parkette · Springhurst Ave · 180 m
- Spencer-Cowan Parkette · playground · 80 Spencer Ave · 247 m
- Close Avenue Parkette · playground · 116 Close Ave · 250 m
- Holy Family Community Centre · 141 Close Ave · 385 m
Pools, courts and more
Also nearby
Source: City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Facilities, Registered Programs and Drop-In Programs, Tennis Courts, Outdoor and Indoor Ice Rinks, Washroom Facilities, Off-Leash Areas, Street Tree Data; Toronto Public Health SwimSafe and Beach Water Quality; Toronto Public Library branches.
Park space
Park projects nearby
- Masaryk Park Playground Improvements
The City is improving the playground in Masaryk Park as part of an ongoing program to enhance playgrounds and play spaces across the city.In progress · 557 m - Allan A. Lamport Stadium Park Playground Improvements
The City is improving the playground in Allan A. Lamport Stadium Park as part of an ongoing program to enhance playgrounds and play spaces across the city.In progress · 913 m - New Park at 55B Brock Avenue
A new park is coming to 55B Brock Ave. as a result of a residential development project near Brock Avenue and Queen Street West in the Parkdale neighbourhood.In progress · 942 m - Western Beaches Public Realm Plan
The City is developing the Western Beaches Public Realm Plan to update improvements to the Western Beaches, a four-kilometre stretch between the mouth of the Humber River and the eastern edge of Marilyn Bell Park.In progress · 1.1 km - New Park at 34 Hanna Avenue
A new 4,900 m² park is coming to 34 Hanna Ave. – currently a parking lot at the southeast corner of Hanna Avenue and Liberty Street.In progress · 1.1 km
City of Toronto: Green Spaces (parks, natural areas and conservation land; hydro corridors, golf courses, cemeteries and road verges aren’t counted); Park and Recreation Facility Projects within 1.5 km.
07The building at 130 Dunn Ave
There are no building orders, heritage listing or short-term rental registrations on record for 130 Dunn Ave. Here is what the City does have.
Source: Residential Fire Inspection Results · last opened Nov 1, 2024
Source: Building Permits · 40 on record
- Heat, opened Aug 26, 2026: closed
- Property standards, opened Aug 26, 2026: closed
- Property standards, opened Aug 13, 2026: closed
- Property standards, opened May 14, 2026: closed
- Heat, opened May 3, 2026: closed
Source: Municipal Licensing and Standards investigations · complaints and the City’s follow-up
Permit history: 10 projects from 25 permits (most recent 25 of 40)
- Interior Alterations · not started · issued Oct 23, 2026
Proposed interior alterations and upgrades to medication and storage rooms. Some rooms require demolition of some walls to expand medications room dispensing area. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 259479 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Jan 30, 2025
Proposed convert existing corridor alcove into a security office · Permit 24 240689 - Building work · completed Apr 4, 2025
Proposal for the replacement of an existing generator system and its associated components including the removal and replacement of below grade fuel oil tanks. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 24 156001 - Heating and cooling · permit issued · issued Jul 12, 2023
Proposal for converting existing staff lounge room into lactation room to be used by staff. Upgrade interior finishes, add card reader, add sink, minor electrical and mechanical scope. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 23 166438 - New Building · completed May 6, 2025
Proposal for a new 4 storey Apartment building comprising 51 dwelling units with associated shared amenities including administrative offices, laundry, kitchen, dining, and lounge. (affordable… · 9 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 21 203745 - Building work · completed Mar 17, 2021
Proposal for an outdoor concrete pad and retaining walls for oxygen tank equipment; related grading, replacement of existing drive aisle surface and curbs; relocation of existing parking gate… · Permit 20 202972 - Alter: Boiler/Furnace/AC Replacement · completed Aug 27, 2026
Proposal to replace air handing unit for existing long term care building. · Permit 19 145306 - Alter: Boiler/Furnace/AC Replacement · completed Feb 7, 2022
Replacement of heating boiler plant including associated pumps. · Permit 18 265025 - Interior renovation and heating and cooling · completed Feb 19, 2021
REV - 01 minor changesHVAC - Proposal for interior alterations to the basement and floors 1 - 5 in existing hospital. Scope of work includes asbestos and mould abatement throught building and new… · Permit 15 187895 - Interior Alterations · completed Dec 6, 2019
Proposed interior alterations to 4 existing x-ray rooms on first level of existing hostpital and installation of 4 new X ray units. · 2 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 17 275131
The lot
Measured from the City’s property boundary map. It’s compiled from records of varying age, so treat these as approximate; a survey is the legal measure.
Green roof and solar permits
Building permits at this address included a green roof (2025).
City of Toronto Building Permits: Green Roofs, and Solar Hot Water Heaters.
08What can be built at 130 Dunn Ave
I (Institutional General) zoning allows institutions such as community facilities. The numbers below are the main limits; the full rules depend on the lot.
Source: Zoning By-law 569-2013, chapter 80
Source: Zone label (x)
Not inside a heritage conservation district, major transit station area, secondary plan or area of archaeological potential.
Source: City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 (zone, height and lot coverage overlays), Heritage Conservation Districts, Major Transit Station Areas, Secondary Plans and Archaeological Potential. This is a summary, not a zoning review. Read the by-law and see the City’s map.
09Around the block
Stays of less than 28 days, like Airbnb. That's more than at 97% of Toronto addresses.
Houses that rent individual rooms with shared kitchens or bathrooms. The City licenses them to enforce safety standards.
La Barbacha Mexican Food (restaurant or bar), Flame Wise Tattoo Collective (salon or personal services), 24/7 Vapes Kings (vape shop), and 3 more.
Homes in City-backed affordable housing projects that are approved or under way.
The City requires most demolished rental homes to be replaced at similar rents.
All new business licences in South Parkdale (6)
- La Barbacha Mexican Food · Restaurant or bar · 1647 Queen St W · 1076 m · licensed Oct 19, 2026
- Flame Wise Tattoo Collective · Salon or personal services · 219 Dufferin St · 596 m · licensed Sep 21, 2026
- 24/7 Vapes Kings · Vape shop · 1265 King St W · 381 m · licensed Sep 18, 2026
- Fuzion Vape Shop · Vape shop · 20 Joe Shuster Way · 935 m · licensed Sep 8, 2026
- The Comfort Zone · Entertainment venue · 1371 Queen St W · 635 m · licensed Aug 27, 2026
- Samosa Boulevard · Restaurant or bar · 1210 King St W · 612 m · licensed Aug 20, 2026
Affordable housing projects within 500 m (4)
| Address | Stage | Affordable homes | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Close Ave | Application under review | 54 supportive | 147 m |
| 1337 King St W | Rezoning approved | 82 | 285 m |
| 22 Maynard Ave | Application under review | 9 | 471 m |
| 90 Dunn Ave | Occupied | 51 supportive | 120 m |
Rental demolitions approved within 500 m (3)
- 1464 King Street West and 10 to 12 Maynard Avenue · 19 rental homes to be demolished, 19 replaced · 409 m · approved Jul 29, 2026 · City report
- 1304-1318 King Street West and 143 Cowan Avenue · 8 rental homes to be demolished, 8 replaced · 382 m · approved Oct 8, 2025 · City report
- 1337-1355 King Street West · 10 rental homes to be demolished, 10 replaced · 285 m · approved Jul 24, 2024 · City report
Source: Affordable Housing Pipeline, Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion applications, Short Term Rentals Registration, Multi-Tenant (Rooming) House Licences, Business Licences and Permits (storefront types; owners’ personal names are never shown), POPS, and Daily Shelter Occupancy (Nov 8, 2026). Confidential shelter locations are not published.
Parking tickets on this block
380 tickets in 2025 on Dunn Ave between numbers 80 and 180: 200 for parking at prohibited times, 136 for parking without a permit.
City of Toronto Parking Tickets, 2025. Placed by the street address the officer recorded.
What neighbours report to 311
In the last 12 months, 5,718 service requests came from postal area M6K, which includes 130 Dunn Ave. The most common:
| Property standards | 556 | |
| Injured wildlife | 322 | |
| Amplified music or instrument noise | 212 | |
| Damaged bin lids | 168 | |
| Dead wildlife pickup | 140 | |
| Tree emergency clean-up | 115 |
City of Toronto 311 Service Requests, October 2025 to October 2026. 311 publishes only the first three characters of the postal code, so this covers the wider postal area. Counts reflect how often people call as well as how often problems happen.
10Risks and environment at 130 Dunn Ave
Source: TRCA Regulation mapping 2025
Source: Non Regulated Lead Sample · 251 tests, Mar 10, 2014 to Oct 2, 2026
TRCA mapping is for screening, not site-specific decisions. Lead results are voluntary samples from homes in the postal area, not this address.
11The neighbourhood: South Parkdale
South Parkdale had 20,495 residents in 2021. The median household income was $57,200, lower than the typical Toronto neighbourhood ($85,000). 85% of households rent (typical neighbourhood: 46%). 42% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 42% of workers commuted by transit and 20% walked or cycled (typical neighbourhood: 26% and 5%). The most common first languages other than English and French are Tibetan (6.7%), Pilipino, Filipino (3.0%) and Portuguese (2.5%). Source: 2021 Census; the next census was taken in 2026.
Rents aren't published for single neighbourhoods. Across central Toronto (the old City of Toronto, before the 1998 amalgamation), a two-bedroom in a purpose-built rental building averaged $2,457 a month in October 2025, up 6% from a year earlier. The Toronto average was $2,055. The vacancy rate was 3.2%. These averages include long-term tenants; new listings usually cost more.
| Average rent, October 2025 | Central Toronto | Change in a year | Toronto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,526 | +2% | $1,499 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,914 | +4% | $1,763 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,457 | +6% | $2,055 |
| 3 bedrooms or more | $3,195 | 0% | $2,361 |
Source: CMHC, Rental Market Survey (October 2025), purpose-built rental apartments, central Toronto (the old City of Toronto, before the 1998 amalgamation). CMHC doesn’t publish rents for single neighbourhoods. Adapted by My Address in Toronto.
How South Parkdale compares with the rest of Toronto →Handy info
Garbage day: Wednesdays. Nov 11: garbage, green bin and yard waste. Nov 18: recycling and green bin. Green bin every week; garbage and recycling alternate.
Councillor: Gord Perks, Ward 4 Parkdale-High Park · councillor_perks@toronto.ca · 416-392-7919
Source: Solid Waste Collection Schedule; City of Toronto elected officials, as of Nov 10, 2026.
Archive photos from near this address: myaddressintoronto.com/address/130-dunn-ave#sec-history



