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Birchcliffe-Cliffside, Toronto

Real Estate Market Report

ActiveCurrent active residential listings.
102
Sold (12 mo)Sold residential listings, trailing 12 months.
265

Based on geocoded sales; may understate total volume.

Median PriceMedian sold price, trailing 6 months.
$920K
Avg DOMAverage days on market (sold, 6 months).
24 days
SP/LPMean sale-to-list ratio (6 months).
100.2%
MOIMonths of inventory.
4.5 months

Source: MLS data under license · Aggregated by REintel / Direct Realty Ltd., Brokerage · Trailing 12 months · sold residential · medians 6-month basis

Living in Birchcliffe-Cliffside

Birchcliffe-Cliffside is a quiet, established residential neighbourhood in the eastern end of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, situated along the crest of the Scarborough Bluffs overlooking Lake Ontario. The area has a distinctly settled, community-oriented character, attracting residents who value natural surroundings and a slower pace compared to Toronto's downtown core. The housing stock in Birchcliffe-Cliffside consists primarily of detached bungalows and two-storey homes built between the 1940s and 1970s, with a modest number of semi-detached properties and newer infill builds scattered throughout. With a median sold price of $3,000 and 24 active listings currently on the market, inventory remains limited relative to buyer interest. Typical lots follow standard Toronto city dimensions, and the near-absence of condominium towers gives the neighbourhood a low-rise, street-level feel that is increasingly uncommon in many parts of the city. Transit access is served primarily by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) via bus routes along Kingston Road, the main east-west arterial running through the heart of the neighbourhood. Commuters heading toward Union Station typically connect to the subway at Kennedy or Warden stations to the north. The Scarborough GO Station on the Lakeshore East line is reachable within a short drive, offering faster rail access to central Toronto. Highway 401 and the Gardiner Expressway are generally accessible within 10 to 15 minutes by car, placing the neighbourhood in workable proximity to the broader regional road network. Kingston Road's commercial strip provides the retail and dining backbone of the community. Residents have access to a mix of independent cafes, casual dining spots, grocery options, and everyday neighbourhood services including pharmacies, hardware stores, and small professional offices. Most routine errands can be handled locally without traveling to larger commercial hubs. Birchcliffe-Cliffside is best known for the Scarborough Bluffs, the dramatic clay and sand cliffs that descend sharply to Bluffer's Park Beach along the Lake Ontario shoreline. The park offers waterfront access, picnic areas, marina facilities, and walking trails along the bluff edges. Several local parks with sports fields and playgrounds round out the recreational options, and Scarborough's broader greenspace trail network is accessible from within the neighbourhood. The area draws a mix of long-established families, retirees who have called the neighbourhood home for decades, and a growing contingent of buyers relocating from other parts of Toronto in search of more space. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), eastern Toronto communities like Birchcliffe-Cliffside have seen sustained interest from buyers priced out of more central markets, gradually broadening the demographic profile while preserving its traditional residential character. Average days on market currently sit at 30 days, reflecting a measured but active local market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

▶Is Birchcliffe-Cliffside a good neighbourhood for families?

Yes. The neighbourhood has a long-established family demographic, with detached homes offering more interior space than urban condos, several local parks with playgrounds and sports fields, and access to schools in the Toronto District School Board and Toronto Catholic District School Board catchments. The relatively calm, residential streetscape and proximity to Bluffer's Park Beach give families outdoor options that are difficult to find closer to downtown Toronto.

▶How long is the commute from Birchcliffe-Cliffside to downtown Toronto?

Commute times vary by mode. By TTC bus to a subway connection at Kennedy or Warden stations, then subway to Union Station, expect roughly 45 to 60 minutes during peak periods. By GO Train from Scarborough GO Station, the trip to Union Station can be as short as 25 to 30 minutes. Driving into the downtown core via Kingston Road or Highway 401 typically takes 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.

▶What are the Scarborough Bluffs, and are they worth living near?

The Scarborough Bluffs are a series of dramatic clay and sand cliffs rising up to 90 metres above the Lake Ontario shoreline. They stretch roughly 15 kilometres along the eastern Toronto waterfront. Bluffer's Park Beach at the base of the bluffs offers swimming, a marina, and picnic facilities. For residents, the bluffs provide a significant natural amenity directly accessible from the neighbourhood without a lengthy drive.

▶What types of homes are most common in Birchcliffe-Cliffside?

The neighbourhood is dominated by detached bungalows and two-storey single-family homes, most built between the 1940s and 1970s. Semi-detached properties exist but are less common. Condominiums and townhouse complexes are rare here compared to other Toronto neighbourhoods, which is a key reason buyers seeking low-rise residential streets and traditional lot sizes are drawn to the area. Some newer infill builds and renovated homes are present throughout.