Rarely offered and full of potential, this exceptional corner property in the heart of Toronto combines commercial visibility, residential income and exciting future possibilities. Set in a high-density urban setting, 198 1/2 Carlton St presents a unique opportunity for investors, entrepreneurs and developers alike.The property features a prominent street-facing storefront with excellent exposure and a spacious apartment above, creating an ideal live-and-work configuration or valuable income-producing asset. The existing building offers character, generous interior space and an outstanding opportunity to renovate, reposition and create something truly special.The rear of the property is where the possibilities really expand. A detached brick garage with convenient laneway access provides an exciting opportunity for a future laneway suite or ADU, additional living space, creative studio, office or income-producing space with an existing loft currently constructed. The private rear area adds another valuable dimension rarely found with a central Toronto corner property.The prominent corner lot offers exceptional visibility, multiple exposures and a distinctive footprint in an area experiencing continued urban growth and intensification. With high-density development surrounding the property, this location presents exciting long-term potential for expansion, redevelopment or maximizing the existing site.Whether you're looking for a highly visible commercial space with residential income above, a live/work opportunity, an investment property with multiple revenue possibilities, or a site with future development potential, this property offers an extraordinary range of options.A truly unique Toronto offering with a storefront, apartment, corner exposure, rear garage and laneway access - all in one of the city's most dynamic urban locations. Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare.
Property Type:
Residential Freehold
Property Sub Type:
Store W Apt/Office
Home Style:
2-Storey
Total Approx Floor Area:
2000-2500
Lot Depth:
100'30.5 m
Lot Frontage:
18'5"5.61 m
Direction Faces:
North
Bedrooms:
4
Bathrooms:
2.0
Water supply:
Municipal
Kitchens:
1
Bedrooms Above Grade:
4
Kitchens Above Grade:
1
Rooms Above Grade:
7
Heating type:
Radiant
Heating Fuel:
Gas
Foundation:
Concrete Block
Roof:
Flat
Basement:
Full, Unfinished
Fireplace/Stove:
Yes
Garage:
Detached
Garage Spaces:
1.0
Parking Features:
Lane
Parking Spaces:
0
Total Parking Spaces:
1.0
Family Room:
No
Possession Details:
TBD
Pool:
None
HST Applicable To Sale Price:
Not Subject to HST
Taxes:
$8,056.77 /
2026
Assessment:
$- /
-
Toronto
Toronto C08
Cabbagetown-South St. James Town
Other
Other
All Existing Appliances, All Existing Window Coverings & All Existing Light Fixtures. All Chattels & Fixtures in "As-Is" Condition.
Data was last updated August 25, 2026 at 04:15 AM (UTC)
Area Statistics
Listings on market:
15
Avg list price:
$1,699,999
Min list price:
$799,000
Max list price:
$7,900,000
Avg days on market:
49
Min days on market:
0
Max days on market:
288
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