Exploring Cabbagetown: Toronto's Victorian Treasure

[@JustFrank-t9n]

this is a really informative video and very grounded in social reality! Well done!!!

[@llamaalpaca5563]

The history of Cabbagetown in the latter half of the 20th century is very reminiscent of what was happening to Downtown Hamilton (where I live) of the same time. I love the Victorian houses in both places and can't wait to see our communities take a upturn for the better.

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

Cabbagetown, located in the east end of downtown Toronto, is a neighbourhood with a rich history and unique architecture that sets it apart from other areas in the city. Originally settled by Irish immigrants in the mid-19th century, Cabbagetown was named for the cabbage crops that were grown in the area at the time. Today, Cabbagetown is known for its well-preserved Victorian homes and tree-lined streets. Many of the houses in the neighbourhood date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and feature intricate architectural details such as decorative trim work, stained glass windows, and elaborate porch designs. One of the best ways to explore Cabbagetown is on foot, as the neighbourhood is full of picturesque streets and hidden laneways waiting to be discovered. Some of the must-see spots in the area include the historic Riverdale Farm, a working farm located in the heart of Cabbagetown that offers a glimpse into rural life in the city, as well as the Necropolis Cemetery, a Victorian-era cemetery that is the final resting place of many notable Torontonians. In addition to its historic homes and landmarks, Cabbagetown is also home to a vibrant community of artists, artisans, and small businesses. The area is known for its eclectic mix of shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as its lively arts scene, with galleries, studios, and theatres scattered throughout the neighbourhood. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or simply looking to explore a unique and charming corner of Toronto, Cabbagetown has something to offer everyone. So take a stroll through its streets, soak in the Victorian architecture, and experience the charm and character of this hidden gem in the heart of the city.

[@traceyneeb9290]

Love Cabbagetown. Thank you for the tour. A friend renovated a semi on Carlton Street in the 80's. Had so many great memories there.

[@EricdRealtor]

Glad you enjoyed it! The homes in Cabbagetown really do create amazing memories.

[@HueyDavid]

Absolutely love this area, our dream is to get in there at some point, although now that we finally can afford it, the inventory is super low. Fingers crossed we find a home there one day!

[@EricdRealtor]

My favorite area as well and I’d also love to live there. I keep a search active to see if anything that piques my interest pops up. Let me know if you want to be added!

[@selinamitchell1326]

Great video Eric :)

[@blackpanda7298]

I live on 1:57 oak street 😅 it’s kind of funny because the same thing that happened in the 40s and 50s is happening to region Park right now. In fact, there is a community consultation meeting about amendments for Regent Park phase 4 and 5 which would be directly across the street from my apartment.

[@blackpanda7298]

15:50 😮 I went to CW Jeffery C.I in north york 😂 that’s crazy lol

[@selinamitchell1326]

7:04 the contrast between neighborhoods is so shocking

[@brendasmurdoch8551]

Worked there in the 1980s.

[@JustFrank-t9n]

which law firm is handling the class action lawsuit of 'st. Jamestown residents displaced by the electrical fire in one of the highrises?

[@EricdRealtor]

I believe there are 3 or 4 teaming up. The last 2 I heard of were Strosberg Sasso Sutts and Charney Lawyers.

[@mr8966]

At 2:09 during the demolition/construction montage of apartment buildings ( Regent Park as mentioned, bounded by Parliament-Gerrard-River-Dundas ) when you say 'down came the fire hazards, the juvenile delinquency, the drunkenness, the broken marriages', that was the unproven theory that ended up not working. The new buildings just looked better - at the time. And the theory didn't work again when over the last fifteen years they tore down the buildings shown being built here for the same reasons and...crime went way up again, especially daytime shootings. Two strikes.

[@EricdRealtor]

That was not me speaking. That clip is from a 1953 National Film Board of Canada short film titled "Farewell Oak Street." I don't believe the original idea of Regent Park was to reduce crime. It was just to provide these people somewhere clean and nice to live. Which it did for some time until the cycle repeated itself. The newest Regent Park is a whole different take and rather than providing community housing the goal was to gentrify the area and push that community out. Crime did significantly drop with this gentrification in the 2010s and gun violence is currently at its lowest level in the area. The amount of major crime taking place in Regent Park is significantly lower than the majority of other Toronto neighborhoods.

[@MrJimmysez]

My dad grew up in Toronto in the 1920's and he said no one ever called those areas cabbage town or cork town. The names were invented in the 1970's.

[@EricdRealtor]

That was the name printed everywhere that it was referenced in the 1800s. The publishing of Cabbagetown by Hugh Garner in 1950 also would suggest otherwise.

[@MrJimmysez]

@@EricdRealtor popularized in the 70's

[@user-cm5tv3qg8o]

Where did the upper British class people live in Toronto?

[@EricdRealtor]

The Annex, Yorkville, The Beaches, North York, Parkdale, Etobicoke, basically anywhere outside of the core of Toronto because it was dirty and industrialized.

[@andreswatson5777]

Cabbagetown was ruined by house flippers and renovators who gutted most of the original interiors and made it one of the many too expensive neighborhoods in Toronto

[@johnnyboyvan]

One earthquake and all those houses will perish!