18 Gloucester Lane, Toronto C08, ON M4Y 1L5, Toronto C08, ON
Bed 3
Bath 10
Tucked discreetly behind Yonge Street, 18 Gloucester Lane is a building of rare architectural character and meaningful cultural history. Built in 1912 and thoughtfully modernized, this five-storey buff brick building remains one of Toronto's most evocative and understated landmarks, offering discretion, cultural provenance and centrality. Behind its timeless façade lies over 9,700 sq ft of space shaped by exposed brick and beam, arched windows and generous industrial proportions. For over four decades, the building was the production headquarters for Norman Jewison - one of Canada's most internationally acclaimed filmmakers. From within these walls, major cinematic works were developed, produced and edited. And the building continues to carry that quiet sense of intention and purpose.Once production workspaces, the lower four floors now function as self-contained modernized offices with kitchenettes, washrooms and elevator access on each level, operating seamlessly as a boutique investment. Above, the building's essence reveals itself in the fifth floor penthouse residence - Jewison's former pied-à-terre. Retaining its cinematic atmosphere, the main level features a generous living salon area anchored by a herringbone brick fireplace, an open office, full kitchen and a concealed private office. A hidden staircase leads to a half-storey, where the bedroom, dressing room and bathroom form a private retreat. Positioned within the Historic Yonge Street Heritage Conservation District, 18 Gloucester Lane invites stewardship. Its architecture, history and placement within the city's cultural fabric offer the chance to continue a legacy of meaning and significance. The building's scale, discretion and location invite more possibilities: continue as a boutique investment property, adapt to a private family office or foundation, a design studio or gallery, or a fully integrated live/work private residence. A building shaped by its past, ready for its next chapter.
Property Highlights
For Sale
MLS NO.
C12530256
Type
Residential Freehold
Sub Type
Store W Apt/Office
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
10
Complete Property Details
Property Type
Residential Freehold
Sub Type
Store W Apt/Office
Transaction Type
For Sale
Status
Active
Contract Status
Available
MLS® Number
C12530256
Living Area Range
5000 +
Total Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms Above Grade
2
Bedrooms Below Grade
1
Total Bathrooms
10
Total Kitchens
5
Kitchens Above Grade
1
Kitchens Below Grade
4
Rooms Above Grade
15
Interior Features
Brick & Beam, Other
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Wood, Living Room
Central Vacuum Yn
No
Security Features
Security System, Other
Construction
Brick
Roof
Flat
Lot Width
35.0
Parking Features
Lane
Parking Total
0.0
Covered Spaces
0.0
Garage Type
None
Garage
No
Pool
None
Direction Facing
West
Cooling
Central Air
Heat Source
Gas
Heat Type
Radiant
Internet Address Display Yn
Yes
Internet Entire Listing Display Yn
Yes
Full Address
18 Gloucester Lane, Toronto C08, ON M4Y 1L5
City
Toronto C08
Neighbourhood
Church-Yonge Corridor
County / Region
Toronto
Province / State
ON
Postal Code
M4Y 1L5
Cross Street
Yonge + Gloucester
Directions
Yonge + Gloucester
List Price
$7,900,000
Annual Taxes
$44,480
Tax Year
2024
Legal Description
PT LT 1 PL 81 TORONTO AS IN CT407911; S/T CT407911; CITY OF TORONTO
Possession Type
Flexible
Possession Details
TBA
Listing Office
SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY CANADA
Board
Toronto Regional Real Estate Board
Original Entry
2025-11-10T20:30:14Z
Media Updated
2025-11-10T20:30:15Z
Photos Updated
2025-11-10T20:30:15Z
Last Modified
2025-11-18T17:05:21Z
System Modified
2025-11-18T17:05:26.045494Z
MLS Status
New
Architectural Style
Other
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Ddfyn
Yes
Expiration Date
2026-05-05
Foundation Details
Stone
Heat Source Multi
Gas
Heat Type Multi
Radiant
Hstapplication
In Addition To
Occupant Type
Owner+Tenant
Originating System Id
A00001796
Parcel Number
211080105
Parking Spaces
0
Property Features
Park, Public Transit, Rec./Commun.Centre
Public Remarks
Tucked discreetly behind Yonge Street, 18 Gloucester Lane is a building of rare architectural character and meaningful cultural history. Built in 1912 and thoughtfully modernized, this five-storey buff brick building remains one of Toronto's most evocative and understated landmarks, offering discretion, cultural provenance and centrality. Behind its timeless façade lies over 9,700 sq ft of space shaped by exposed brick and beam, arched windows and generous industrial proportions. For over four decades, the building was the production headquarters for Norman Jewison - one of Canada's most internationally acclaimed filmmakers. From within these walls, major cinematic works were developed, produced and edited. And the building continues to carry that quiet sense of intention and purpose.Once production workspaces, the lower four floors now function as self-contained modernized offices with kitchenettes, washrooms and elevator access on each level, operating seamlessly as a boutique investment. Above, the building's essence reveals itself in the fifth floor penthouse residence - Jewison's former pied-à-terre. Retaining its cinematic atmosphere, the main level features a generous living salon area anchored by a herringbone brick fireplace, an open office, full kitchen and a concealed private office. A hidden staircase leads to a half-storey, where the bedroom, dressing room and bathroom form a private retreat. Positioned within the Historic Yonge Street Heritage Conservation District, 18 Gloucester Lane invites stewardship. Its architecture, history and placement within the city's cultural fabric offer the chance to continue a legacy of meaning and significance. The building's scale, discretion and location invite more possibilities: continue as a boutique investment property, adapt to a private family office or foundation, a design studio or gallery, or a fully integrated live/work private residence. A building shaped by its past, ready for its next chapter.
