Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation purchased this area in the 1940’s with plans to turn farmland into a residential development. In the 1950’s, the CMHC built infrastructure for the whole subdivision and then sold individual lots in the neighbourhood to a number of small businesses. As residents began to move in the 1950’s, cows were still grazing on the corner of Lawrence and Bathurst. In 1953, Lawrence Plaza was built on this corner which was the largest shopping centre in Toronto at that time. Lawrence Plaza was a city landmark and attracted shoppers from all over, which drew a lot of attention to the Lawrence Manor Toronto neighbourhood.
Most of the houses in Lawrence Manor Toronto were built between 1951 and 1955. Many of the houses built were detached two-storey homes constructed with solid brick. Other homes seen in the area are split-level houses and bungalows. The Toronto neighbourhood also has quality lots that stretch at least 30 feet wide with private driveways. Newer homes can also be seen popping up in the area. Low and high-rise Apartment buildings and Luxury condominiums line the streets of Bathurst.
Located right near the corner of Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue, Lawrence Manor Toronto is in walking distance of the premiere Jewish shopping districts in Toronto. This area provides all types of unique bookstores, gift shops, kosher food shops, restaurants, delicatessens, and bakeries that sell Montreal style bagels. There are also many other smaller shopping plazas in the area that contain many stores and restaurants that cater to the local residents. The community is also home to Lawrence Square. This shopping area contains department stores, independent retailers, as well as professional and medical offices. Lawrence Square also hosts the annual Lawrence Heights Multi-Cultural Fair. There are also many outlet and discount stores that attract shoppers from all over the GTA.
Like most neighbourhoods in Toronto, Lawrence Manor has its own green space for recreation. Conveniently located right in the middle of Lawrence Manor, Prince Charles Park is frequently used by residents including many young children. Just down the road is the modern Barbara Frum Library. This Library contains French and Multicultural collections, a meeting room, private study rooms, a children’s story room, and a large auditorium that can seat 150 people. Local community groups also take advantage of the 10,000 square foot Recreation Centre that contains many multi-purpose rooms.
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For more information on the Lawrence Manor neighbourhood in Toronto – contact Slavens & Associates today at:
435 Eglinton Avenue West
Toronto, ON M5N 1A4
Telephone: 416-483-4337
Fax: 416-483-1663
Toll free: 1-877-560-8923
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