CHAPLIN ESTATES NEIGHBOURHOOD

History

William John Chaplin and his son James D. Chaplin originally planned Chaplin Estates as asubdivision  in 1913. The Chaplin family had been landowners in this area dating back to 1860, when this district was known simply as 'Eglinton'.

Marketed as an upper class residential district, no semi-detached houses were allowed to be built and stucco exteriors were not to cover more than half the house.

As a result, Chaplin Estates' two and three storey detached Tudor, Georgian, and English Cottage style homes are situated on premium lots with private driveways.

Homes, Shopping and Recreation

Residents are within walking distance of ’The Eglinton Way' a fabulous shopping district along Eglinton Avenue West. This swanky shopping area includes high-end fashion boutiques, gourmet food shops, professional offices, restaurants, and the ’Eglinton' movie theatre, recently converted to an Event Venue.

The Yonge street shopping district is also within walking distance of Chaplin Estates. This highly visible shopping area includes many one-of-a-kind stores, and trendy restaurants that draw customers from all over the city.

The ultra modern North Toronto Community Centre has an indoor and outdoor pool, water slides, a gymnasium, a walking track, and exercise rooms.

Eglinton Park is adjacent to the community centre. Its facilities include: a baseball diamond, tennis courts, a wading pool and an ice hockey rink.

The historic Beltline Trail, a walking and cycling path, is easily accessed from Oriole Park, at the south end of the neighbourhood.

The Northern District branch of the Toronto Public Library, is located on Orchard View Boulevard. This branch offers programs for seniors, adults, and children.

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