If you live in or commute through South Riverdale, you’ve felt the pain over the last few months. The detours, the dust, and the temporary loss of our beloved streetcar routes made winter commuting tougher than usual.
But we have some incredible news for Riverside Square residents and anyone looking to move into the East End: The major Queen Street East construction is officially over.
The City of Toronto and the TTC have wrapped up their massive watermain replacement and track renewal project between Broadview Avenue and Davies Avenue. As of late March and into this April, the heavy machinery has demobilized, and the street is ours again!
Here is what the reopening of Queen Street East means for the neighborhood.
1. The 501 Queen Streetcar is Back in Action
For residents living at Riverside Square, transit accessibility is one of the biggest perks. With the track work completed, the westbound 501/301 Queen and 504/304 King streetcars are officially running back on their normal routes west of Broadview. No more confusing shuttle buses or walking out of your way to catch a ride. Whether you're commuting to the Financial District or heading West for dinner, stepping out of your lobby and onto the TTC is seamless once again.
2. A Smoother, Faster Commute for Drivers
The lane reductions that bottlenecked traffic around Broadview and Davies are gone. For residents who drive, getting in and out of the Baseball Place towers is back to being incredibly convenient. You once again have unhindered, immediate access to the Don Valley Parkway (DVP) on-ramp just down the street, making weekend getaways or cross-city commutes a breeze.
3. Dust-Free Patios and Fresh Local Spots
Let’s be honest: the best part of the construction ending is getting our sidewalks back just in time for patio season.
Riverside is booming this spring, and now you can explore it without navigating temporary fencing. The Riverside BIA recently welcomed several brand-new businesses to the neighborhood, including Lamoon Thai Kitchen & Coffee and the Anatolian-inspired Hume Restaurant. Plus, the neighborhood just wrapped up the annual "Clean Queen East Together" event on April 24th, meaning the streets are looking pristine.
Why Now is the Perfect Time to Look at Riverside Square
There is a known cycle in real estate: prolonged construction can temporarily hide a neighborhood's true charm. Now that the roads are freshly paved, the heritage watermains are upgraded for the next century, and the TTC is running smoothly, the South Riverdale area is shining brighter than ever.
If you were waiting for the dust to settle before making a move, the wait is over.
Explore our available units and enjoy the best of the East End this summer:
15 Baseball Place: Discover boutique, industrial-style suites.
25 Baseball Place: Mid-rise living steps from the Queen St action.
30 Baseball Place: Premium amenities and incredible floor plans.
45 Baseball Place: The newest phase featuring bright, skyline views.
665 Queen St E: Where heritage charm meets modern luxury.
Ready to find your perfect spot in Riverside? Contact our team today to book a viewing or get an assessment on your current unit!
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