For more than 100 years, people have been moving to the Annex from other parts of Toronto as well as the rest of the world. Today, it is home to a variety of people ranging from University of Toronto students to business people and families among others.

To go along with residential homes, the Annex is full of restaurants, nightclubs, bars, and much more. Many people travel to Bloor Street everyday to get their entertainment fix.

The majority of the homes in this neighbourhood were constructed between 1880 and 1930, with many receiving updates over the past few years.

History

Since being subdivided in the 1870’s, the Annex has been a premier Toronto neighbourhood. Although the “Annex’s Golden Era” ended in the 1920’s, many people are still attracted to the homes of the area.

As one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Toronto, those who live in this area truly care about the history of the city.

Homes

With most homes being built between 1880 and 1930, many still have the architectural details that made them special so many years ago.

Some of the most popular styles in the Annex include Queen Anne, Richardsonian Romanesque, and Victorian.

From red brick to terra cotta clay tiles, all the homes in this neighbourhood are unique in some way.

Many consider the architectural details in these homes to be among the best in the city, pointing out everything from the pyramidal roofs to large archways and much more.