Summerhill Guide

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History
The Summerhill neighbourhood is named after "Summer Hill" house, a magnificent Regency cottage built in 1842, by transportation baron Charles Thompson. Summer Hill stood on the crest of the hill where the houses on Summerhill Gardens are located today.

Present
Summerhill's turn of the century houses, winding tree-lined streets, and abundance of parkland have made it one of Toronto's most preferred neighbourhoods. It is conveniently located along the Yonge Street corridor, providing Summerhill residents with easy access to Toronto's downtown business and entertainment districts.

Homes
Summerhill's original housing stock consists of semi-detached and detached Victorian houses, and detached Edwardian style houses, built between 1880 and 1915. Many of these houses do not include driveways; however permit street parking is available from the city for a nominal annual fee.  Summerhill also contains a large number of modern townhouses, and a handful of low-rise luxury condominium apartment buildings, built mostly in the 1980's and 1990's.
Shopping

Summerhill has a distinct shopping area with fine shops and restaurants, and even an original train station that has been converted into an LCBO. The Rosehill Reservoir Park features a footpath, children's playground, reflecting pools and is connected to nature trails in the Vale of Avoca Ravine. Many private and public schools are in the area.

Transportation
The Summerhill subway station, on the Yonge/University line, is within walking distance to any home in the area, and the Yonge Street corridor is easily accessed by car.