3253 Bayview Ave
3253 Bayview Ave is in Bayview Woods-Steeles. There is 1 planning proposal within 250 m.
Data as of Nov 11, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- Nothing stands out for this address in the City's records: no orders on the building and no large projects nearby.
01What’s planned near 3253 Bayview Ave
1 planning proposal within 250 m (about a 3‑minute walk): one decided recently. That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 1).
Decided recently
- 1Site plan3351 Bayview Ave · 115 m awaySite plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building288 m² of floor space
City planners approved the site plan, with conditions to meet before a building permit.
Site Plan Control Application proposes the redevelopment of the existing Petro Canada gasstation. The proposed development includes the construction of a new gas station with an integrated convenience store, a quick service restaurant,…File 25 120045 NNY 17 SA · submitted Feb 21, 2025 · City record and how to comment
Development Applications and Committee of Adjustment Applications, City of Toronto. A proposal that covers several addresses or City files is listed once. Inactive: the City’s file is still open but marked inactive. Decided: development files submitted in the last 4 years; Committee of Adjustment decisions in the last 2 years.
02Safety near 3253 Bayview Ave
Police recorded 26 major crimes within 500 m of this address from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 39). The table compares the neighbourhood's rates with Toronto's.
Bayview Woods-Steeles compared with Toronto · rate per 100,000 residents, 2025
| Major crime | Near this addresswithin 500 m, last 12 months | Compared with the Toronto rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Break-ins | 6 near this address | 21% higher229 vs 190 per 100,000 | |
| Robberies | 1 near this address | 27% lower57 vs 79 per 100,000 | |
| Car thefts | 10 near this address | 37% lower143 vs 225 per 100,000 | |
| Thefts over $5,000 | 1 near this address | 41% lower36 vs 61 per 100,000 | |
| Assaults | 8 near this address | 63% lower286 vs 768 per 100,000 |
Source: Toronto Police Service Public Safety Data Portal, Major Crime Indicators (Oct 4, 2025 to Sep 30, 2026) and Neighbourhood Crime Rates. Reported incidents only; police place each incident at the nearest intersection. Five-year trends for Bayview Woods-Steeles
Traffic safety
3 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021; 3 involved pedestrians. Most were on Cummer Ave and Bayview Ave. Bayview Woods-Steeles has more of these collisions per resident than most neighbourhoods.
- Bayview Ave S at Cummer Ave · Pedestrian, seriously injured · Dec 8, 2025 · 228 m
- Bayview Ave at Ruddington Dr · Pedestrian, seriously injured · Nov 9, 2022 · 288 m
- Bayview Ave at Cummer Ave · Pedestrian, seriously injured · Oct 4, 2021 · 226 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 | Bayview Woods-Steeles, per 100,000 residents | Compared with other neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shootings and firearm discharges | 0 | 0 | Lower than most |
| Bicycle thefts | 1 | 17 | Lower than most |
| Thefts from vehicles | 6 | 116 | Lower than most |
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.
03Getting around from 3253 Bayview Ave
The nearest subway station is Finch Station (Line 1), 2.2 km away. Within a 5‑minute walk there are 9 TTC stops served by the 42 and 11 buses, with about 836 departures on a typical weekday. The nearest GO train station is Old Cummer GO, 1.7 km away, with 9 train stops on a weekday.
Source: TTC · Line 1 · too far to walk
Source: GO Transit · 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 307 | 4.4 | about typical |
| 11 | 308 | 3.5 | fewer 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: Bessarion CC
City-run (Green P): 10 Level 2 ports.2.8 km
City of Toronto: City-operated EV charging stations (private chargers aren’t included); indoor bike stations, shown within 1.5 km.
04Schools and child care near 3253 Bayview 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: Dora Education Centre, Tyndale University College And Seminary School - Bayview. Source: Ontario Ministry of Education (2026), EQAO results.
Within 500 m (about a 6‑minute walk): two licensed child care centres and no EarlyON centres.
Last health inspection Mar 5, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Jan 7, 2026: pass.
Source: City of Toronto Licensed Child Care Centres, EarlyON Child and Family Centres, and ChildCareSafe (Toronto Public Health inspections).
05Parks, trees and libraries near 3253 Bayview Ave
There are 3 parks, 1 playground and 1 community centre within 500 m. The nearest pool is Cummer Park Community Centre, 2.0 km away.
Parks and community centres within 500 m
- Ruddington Park · outdoor fitness equipment, playground, tennis court · 75 Ruddington Dr · 292 m
- Bayview Arena · wi-fi · 3230 Bayview Ave · 320 m
- Bayview Arena Park · dog off-leash area · 3240 Bayview Ave · 326 m
- Gustav Parkette · 45 Gustav Cres · 377 m
- Bowan Court Parkette · playground · 12 Bowan Crt · 569 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
- Debell Lane Parkette Playground Improvements
The City is improving the playground in Debell Lane Parkette as part of an ongoing program to enhance playgrounds and play spaces across the city.In progress · 1.2 km - Wedgewood Park North York Playground Improvements
The City is improving the playground in Wedgewood Park – North York, located near Cummer Avenue and Willowdale Avenue.In progress · 1.2 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.
06The building at 3253 Bayview Ave
There are no by-law investigations, heritage listing or short-term rental registrations on record for 3253 Bayview Ave. Here is what the City does have.
Source: Building Construction/Demolition Violations
Source: Building Permits · 20 on record
Source: Preliminary Zoning Reviews
Permit history: 12 projects from 20 permits
- Heating and cooling · permit issued · issued Aug 11, 2026
Proposed supply and install (4) Replacement like for like HVAC roof top units · Permit 26 199789 - Interior Alterations · completed May 25, 2023
Proposal for interior alterations to install security gates in an existing retail store - ValuMartConvenience address is 3259 Bayview Ave. · Permit 22 237785 - Sign Building Permit Related · completed May 9, 2024
To erect and display three first party, static, non illuminated wall signs on the east and north elevation. Signs are located in Ward #17 Don Valley North and are subject to sign district… · Permit 22 149788 - Sign Building Permit Related · completed Oct 12, 2021
In conjunction with a two-storey building on the premises, proposal to erect and display an illuminated wall sign, displaying static copy at the 1st floor on the north elevation. ****CIBC**** · Permit 19 250590 - Interior Alterations · completed Apr 22, 2020
Proposal to repair vehicle impact damage to a commercial structure. Provide temporary shoring to masonry wall. · Permit 19 219987 - Sign Building Permit Related · completed Jan 15, 2021
To erect and display two illuminated overhanging structure signs displaying static copy, erecting on the west elevation of a restaurant, one measuring 2.17 m by 3.45 m at a height of 5.61 m. Other… · Permit 18 147878 - Building work · completed Jul 16, 2018
Structural repair to a building damaged by vehicle impact. 3343 Bayview Avenue. Harvey's Restaurant · Permit 18 113746 - Backflow Prevention Devices (Water only) · completed Sep 6, 2018
Install one new Backflow Prevention Devices (Water only) to retail plaza · Permit 15 123342 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Oct 13, 2011
Interior alterations throughout the store - Valu-Mart · Permit 11 270876 - Heating and cooling · completed May 25, 2017
HVAC - Chaning existing office to restaurant with 40 seats no alcohol to Kabob Restaurant. · Permit 08 227816 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Aug 27, 2008
TD Canada Trust - Renovations · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 08 168262 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Sep 21, 2007
CIBC - Renovations · Permit 07 262260
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
No green roof or solar hot water permits at this address. Within 500 m: 2 with a green roof.
City of Toronto Building Permits: Green Roofs, and Solar Hot Water Heaters.
07What can be built at 3253 Bayview Ave
CR (Commercial Residential) zoning allows shops and offices on the ground floor with homes above, typical of main streets. The numbers below are the main limits; the full rules depend on the lot.
Source: Zoning By-law 569-2013, chapter 40
Source: Height overlay
Source: Zone label (d)
Source: Lot coverage overlay
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.
08Around the block
Stays of less than 28 days, like Airbnb. That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 2).
Houses that rent individual rooms with shared kitchens or bathrooms. The City licenses them to enforce safety standards.
Jim's House (restaurant or bar).
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 9, 2026). Confidential shelter locations are not published.
Traffic on your street
City of Toronto Transportation Services: speed, volume and classification counts since 2016.
Parking tickets on this block
33 tickets in 2025 on Bayview Ave between numbers 3203 and 3303: 33 for parking on a boulevard or private property.
City of Toronto Parking Tickets, 2025. Placed by the street address the officer recorded.
What neighbours report to 311
In the last 12 months, 2,516 service requests came from postal area M2K, which includes 3253 Bayview Ave. The most common:
| Property standards | 124 | |
| Long grass and weeds on private property | 107 | |
| Damaged bin lids | 93 | |
| Dead wildlife pickup | 77 | |
| Injured wildlife | 76 | |
| Potholes and road damage | 73 |
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.
09Risks and environment at 3253 Bayview Ave
Source: TRCA Regulation mapping 2025
Source: Non Regulated Lead Sample · 31 tests, May 23, 2014 to Sep 11, 2025
TRCA mapping is for screening, not site-specific decisions. Lead results are voluntary samples from homes in the postal area, not this address.
10The neighbourhood: Bayview Woods-Steeles
Bayview Woods-Steeles had 12,085 residents in 2021. The median household income was $93,000, about the same as the typical Toronto neighbourhood ($85,000). 44% of households rent (typical neighbourhood: 46%). 52% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 21% of workers commuted by transit and 4% walked or cycled (typical neighbourhood: 26% and 5%). The most common first languages other than English and French are Mandarin (16.3%), Cantonese (10.7%) and Iranian Persian (8.4%). Source: 2021 Census; the next census was taken in 2026.
Rents aren't published for single neighbourhoods. Across North York (the former City of North York), a two-bedroom in a purpose-built rental building averaged $1,915 a month in October 2025, up 1% from a year earlier. The Toronto average was $2,055. The vacancy rate was 2.6%. These averages include long-term tenants; new listings usually cost more.
| Average rent, October 2025 | North York | Change in a year | Toronto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,316 | +5% | $1,499 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,643 | 0% | $1,763 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,915 | +1% | $2,055 |
| 3 bedrooms or more | $2,196 | +2% | $2,361 |
Source: CMHC, Rental Market Survey (October 2025), purpose-built rental apartments, North York (the former City of North York). CMHC doesn’t publish rents for single neighbourhoods. Adapted by My Address in Toronto.
How Bayview Woods-Steeles compares with the rest of Toronto →Handy info
Garbage day: Tuesdays. Nov 17: recycling and green bin. Nov 24: garbage, green bin and yard waste. Green bin every week; garbage and recycling alternate.
Councillor: Shelley Carroll, Ward 17 Don Valley North · councillor_carroll@toronto.ca · 416-338-2650
Source: Solid Waste Collection Schedule; City of Toronto elected officials, as of Nov 11, 2026.