Lawrence Manor is located in North Toronto, bounded by Bathurst Street in the east, Highway 401 in the north, the Allen Expressway in the west and Lawrence Avenue in the south. This family-oriented neighbourhood has a large Jewish population, and thus many cultural centres, synagogues, and Jewish schools. With an average household income of $91,856, Lawrence Manor is one of the more affluent communities in Toronto.
Lawrence Manor History
Until the 1940s, this Toronto neighbourhood was mainly farmland. When the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation purchased this land for residential development in 1940, water service, sewers and roads were installed before lots were sold to builders. When residents began to move into Lawrence Manor in the 1950s, there was still a small portion of farmland – until 1953, when the Lawrence Plaza shopping centre was built on this site at the corner of Bathurst and Lawrence!
Lawrence Manor Homes
Homes in Lawrence Manor were primarily built in the early 1950s. Here, you’ll see a mix of two-storey brick homes, split-level homes as well as bungalows – in total, there are 8085 residential homes. One of the best features of many properties in this community are their 30 foot wide lots and private driveways. You will also see a number of modern, custom built homes and luxury condo apartment buildings popping up in the neighbourhood.
Living in Lawrence Manor
Residents often choose to call Lawrence Manor their home because of its convenient shopping, dining and recreation options. Lawrence Plaza is one of the main attractions that brings in both local customers as well as shoppers from around Toronto. Since the neighbourhood is easily accessible from two major roadways (the 401 and the Allen) it is a popular choice for commuters, professionals as well as families.
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