Yorkville is one of the wealthiest parts of Toronto, though there are still some condo buildings in and around Yorkville which may prove to be affordable to the middle classes.

This is where the rich and famous come to shop at the high end fashion stores such as Gucci, Prada and Louis Vuitton, or sip cocktails at the many high-end hotel bars. Yorkville is also a prime location for celebrity spotting during the Toronto International Film Festival, which takes place every September.

A vibrant district of downtown, this Toronto neighbourhood can be very busy, day and night. Workers in many of Toronto’s creative industries, agencies, and media companies pack the cafes and streets by day, while after dark the nightclubs, bars, and restaurants make sure this part of Toronto never sleeps.

Like many other neighbourhoods in the East End, Danforth-Greektown is one of the safest and most family-friendly neighbourhoods in Toronto. Starting from the east side of the Don Valley Parkway, most of the Danforth as far as Victoria Park is often considered Greektown. The neighbourhood is best known for the annual Taste of Danforth festival, Canada’s largest street festival which takes over Danforth Avenue from Broadview to Pape for a weekend every August. The area is home to plenty of restaurants, while the bar scene is somewhat more low-key that the west end or downtown, with lots of locals rather than a destination for party-goers.

One big advantage is that Line 2 of the TTC’s subway system runs right through the neighbourhood underneath Danforth Avenue, so transit couldn’t be more convenient. That convenience has made it more popular with young professionals and newcomers to Toronto, but the area retains its Greektown identity nonetheless. The fact that Greektown borders the Don Valley River Park is a huge plus for nature lovers and those who want some respite from the concrete jungle. A short walk south to Riverdale Park will also give you arguably the best vista of Toronto’s skyline.

The ‘cool’ part of the east end. Leslieville, like West Queen West, is a haven for creative types and is filled with independent shops, bars, and restaurants to cater to all manner of niche interests. Centred around Queen Street East, its main transit line is the 501 Queen streetcar. If you’re driving or taking a cab, then you can get downtown quickly on the Lake Shore Boulevard and the Gardiner Expressway. Leslieville is also a very family-friendly neighbourhood.

Located at the east end of Leslieville, Little India has held on to its authenticity better than most of Toronto’s ethnic neighbourhoods. Naturally, Little India offers top quality Indian food, and the Gerrard India Bazaar is worth a visit. Accessible by the 506 Carlton/College streetcar to go east or west, the area is also just a short walk away from Woodbine Park and Woodbine Beach.

Located close to the downtown core, the area surrounding Queen and Sherbourne has traditionally had a bad reputation, notorious for drug use and street prostitution. However, things are getting better, and Moss Park’s profile has noticeably improved over recent years. Rents tend to be lower than many other Toronto neighbourhoods, so don’t rule it out completely (it’s probably not one for young families, though). The 501 Queen Street and 505 Dundas Street streetcar routes operate east-west through Moss Park.

Based around the Church & Wellesley junction, The Village is the heart of Toronto’s LGBT community. Lots of bars and nightclubs line the streets, so it is a lively place to live, particularly for the annual Pride festival in June. The TTC doesn’t have a bus route down Church Street, but it’s just a quick walk over to Yonge Street where you can get on the subway at either Wellesley or College station.

Another of Toronto’s emerging neighbourhoods, the second Chinatown is located on Gerrard Street East between Riverdale and Riverside. Rents will be cheaper than nearby Leslieville, but you will still be close enough to take in its charms. The 506 streetcar will be your best bet for travelling downtown from East Chinatown.

The name dates to the 19th century when struggling Irish immigrants would grow vegetables in the patches in front of the homes that fill this area. Things have moved on somewhat since those days, and some of the tree-lined streets of Cabbagetown are among the prettiest in the city.

The area around Parliament & Carlton has the feel of a small village, and there are some good restaurant choices as well. The 506 streetcar takes you east and west, while the 65 Parliament bus goes northbound to Castle Frank subway station.

Riverdale is a relaxed residential part of the east end that overlaps somewhat with the western boundaries of Danforth-Greektown. It also borders East Chinatown and Leslieville so you get easy access to all those Toronto neighbourhoods have to offer as well.

Riverdale is lined with Victorian and Edwardian style homes, and Riverdale Park is a hive of activity in the summer months. The park hosts with softball games, with running clubs also making use of the area. For those with relaxation in mind, Riverdale Park is a great spot to sit on a grassy banks and take in the amazing views. The 504 and 505 streetcars go north and south through Broadview Avenue to Broadview Station where you can connect to the subway.

Corktown is  popular with young professionals, who value this downtown location for its convenience to Toronto’s business and entertainment districts. Many of Corktown’s commercial buildings have been converted into live-work studios, condominium lofts and professional offices, which has given this neighbourhood an added charm and vitality.

Neighbourhood landmarks include the historic Little Trinity Church and the Enoch Turner Schoolhouse. Corktown Common and Underpass Park are newer parks that have won awards for their design. Underpass Park hosts a popular Farmers’ Market.

The Beaches is one of the most in-demand neighbourhoods in all of Toronto due to its prime waterfront location right off Lake Ontario. Located on the eastern border of Toronto, The Beaches is a lively waterfront community with beautiful housing options that provide its residents a reprieve from the hustle and bustle of city life. While The Beaches is removed from the busy downtown core, it still has great access to transportation via Lakeshore Boulevard, so if you wanted to, you could be in Downtown Toronto in under a half an hour.

There are also bus or streetcar routes along Queen Street, Kingston Road, Gerrard Street, Victoria Park Avenue, Main Street, and Woodbine Avenue, which connect The Beaches to the rest of the city. The proximity to the water, amazing shopping options along Queen Street East, and the strong selection of schools makes The Beaches an extremely attractive landing spot for singles, families, young professionals, people entering retirement and really anyone looking for a home in Toronto.