12
retirement homes compared
4.6★
average Google rating
8
rated 4.5 stars or higher
411
verified resident reviews
As of October 2026, Senior Care Path compares 12 retirement homes in Etobicoke. They're ranked by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, and no listing can pay for its place. See the top 10
Rated 4.6 on average across 411 Google reviews
Toronto, ON2245 Lawrence Ave W, Etobicoke, ON M9P 3W3Licensed by RHRA
4.5(42 reviews)
A retirement home in Toronto's Etobicoke, on Lawrence Avenue West, with retirement apartments, assisted care, memory…
From$5,388–$7,684/mo
Toronto, ON4005 Eglinton Ave W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 5H3Licensed by RHRA
4.5(89 reviews)
In North Etobicoke's Buttonwood Park area, offering independent living and a dedicated Memory…
From $5,231/mo
Toronto, ON25 Centennial Park Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9C 5H1Licensed by RHRA
4.9(29 reviews)
A single-floor, stair-free retirement residence in Etobicoke, with 46 updated suites set around a peaceful…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
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Toronto, ON4251 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 2Z5Licensed by RHRA
4.9(119 reviews)
A retirement home in Etobicoke, Toronto, offering independent living, memory care, and supportive living options with upscale…
Toronto, ON10 Fairfield Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2H9Licensed by RHRA
4.8(23 reviews)
An assisted living facility for seniors located in Etobicoke, Toronto. The facility provides a home-like environment with…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON4650 Eglinton Ave W, Etobicoke, ON M9A 0E3Licensed by RHRA
4.6(31 reviews)
A retirement community in Etobicoke offering independent and supportive lifestyle options with multiple care levels and…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON15 Summerland Terrace, Etobicoke, ON M9A 0B5Licensed by RHRA
4.6(15 reviews)
A modern retirement community in Etobicoke, Toronto offering independent living, assisted living, and short-term respite…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON4180 Dundas St W, Etobicoke, ON M8X 1X8Licensed by RHRA
4.4(51 reviews)
A retirement home in the Kingsway neighbourhood of Etobicoke offering independent and assisted living for seniors. Located…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
Toronto, ON52 Neilson Dr, Etobicoke, ON M9C 1V7
5.0(3 reviews)
A not-for-profit long-term care and retirement home established and sustained by the Slovenian community in Toronto. It provides…
Toronto, ON3 Marine Parade Dr, Etobicoke, ON M8V 3Z5
3.7(9 reviews)
A retirement condominium community located on Lake Ontario in Etobicoke. It offers independent living with a full range of…
Typical in Toronto$2,870–$8,000/mo
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The 10 highest-rated retirement homes in Etobicoke on our SCP Confidence Score, as of October 2026. Tap a name to jump to its card above. No listing can pay for a place on this list.
Senior Care Path tracks 12 retirement homes in Etobicoke, updated October 2026. Few publish a rate online, but across Ontario published rates for retirement homes typically fall in the $2,990–$7,195 per month range, so use the listings below to ask each one for a current quote. The average Google rating is 4.6/5 across 411 resident reviews, and we rank them by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.
9 of the 12 communities we list in Etobicoke hold an active licence from the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), checked October 2026.
Source: Senior Care Path first-party listing data, updated October 2026. How we score and rank · How much does a retirement home cost in Ontario?.
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Step 1 of 5Retirement homes in Etobicoke tend to gather along the leafier residential pockets near the lake and the major arteries like The Kingsway, Islington and Mimico, with several options within reach of Etobicoke General Hospital and Trillium Health Partners. It's a part of Toronto that feels quieter and more suburban, which many families find reassuring when a parent is easing into a move. In Etobicoke, retirement homes are also called retirement residences or senior homes.
Etobicoke is part of Toronto. To see every option across the city, visit our Toronto retirement homes hub.
By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed October 2026
Start with the level of care your parent needs today, and be honest about where they're likely headed in a year or two. Retirement homes in Etobicoke suit seniors who are mostly independent but want meals, housekeeping, safety checks and company built in. If your parent needs regular help with bathing, dressing or medications, look at assisted living instead, and if memory is the main concern, memory care is the safer fit. Our advisors see families lose deposits by choosing a bright, social building that can't actually deliver the hands-on support a parent needs six months later.
Every retirement home here is licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), which sets standards for care, staffing and resident rights. It's worth asking any home to walk you through their RHRA licence and their most recent inspection. Publicly funded long-term care is different and runs through Ontario Health atHome, with income-tested placement; retirement living in Etobicoke is largely private-pay.
On location, think about who visits and how. Options cluster near The Kingsway, Islington-City Centre West, Mimico and along Bloor and Dundas, many with easy access to rapid transit and nearby bus routes, which matters if adult children are coming from downtown Toronto or Mississauga. Proximity to Etobicoke General or Trillium Health Partners is a real comfort if your parent has ongoing medical needs.
Our default advice for Etobicoke: shortlist two or three homes that already offer the next care level up, tour them in person, and eat a meal there. Availability shifts, and the most sought-after suites in popular buildings can carry a waitlist, so it helps to start looking before a move becomes urgent. The honest trade-off is that a home built for aging in place may cost more upfront than a lighter-touch residence. In our experience, that peace of mind usually earns its keep by sparing your family a second move.
A 4.6 star average across 411 Google reviews of 10 retirement homes. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“I give them 5 stores. They were doing very good. Thank you. I was upset a little bit when couple things, but it's okay now. Thank you very much. I like the place very much. Lots to do.”
“I would like to share my sincere appreciation for Scarlette Chartwell Etobicoke, especially Dorothy, the Director of Care. Dorothy is an exceptional leader—professional, caring, approachable, and genuinely dedicated to the well-being of...”
“Friendly and elegant. High ceilings with spacious hallways. Beautiful outdoor spaces for family visits. Rooftop walking track for fitness and city views. I was impressed!”
“Beautiful home. Very clean. Residents seem happy and staff is very attentive”
“My parents just moved into Parkland on Eglinton. The care, communication and attention during the pre-move-in process has been stellar. Every person we have met along the way has been kind, warm and positive. Yesterday was move in day. My...”
“My mother moved to Centennial Park Place in her 96th year after a serious fall. She chose this place for it's small footprint and it's cozy homey feel. This place has been a godsend for our family. We no longer have to worry about her...”
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Google star ratings across 10 retirement homes.
How the 12 Etobicoke retirement homes fall across our trust tiers.
Few Etobicoke retirement homes publish a rate online, but across Ontario published rates for retirement homes typically fall in the $2,990–$7,195 per month range. Call any community below for a current, itemised quote, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.
Most retirement homes in Ontario are private-pay, funded from a blend of pensions, retirement savings, and home equity. Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement for lower-income seniors. Provincial benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost. For a full breakdown, see our guide: How much does a retirement home cost in Ontario?
In Ontario, retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay, so plan around monthly fees rather than provincial subsidies. Publicly funded support is limited to income-tested long-term care and home care arranged through Ontario Health atHome, which is based on assessed need rather than income, and federal OAS and GIS may help eligible seniors with living costs.
What Etobicoke communities actually offer, drawn from the details each one publishes. A good way to see what is standard locally and what is a genuine differentiator.
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Too few retirement homes in Etobicoke publish a rate to give a city figure, but across Ontario published starting rates run roughly $2,990 to $7,195 per month, depending on suite size and the level of care needed. Ask each community for an all-in quote.
In our directory, Ontario retirement homes start at a median of about $3,999 a month before care, with the middle half between $3,370 and $4,532 (September 2026). Once personal care is added, most families pay about $3,000 to $8,000 a month all in, and full-service or luxury homes in Toronto and Ottawa can run higher.
No. Retirement homes in Ontario are private-pay, and the province does not pay the rent. Ontario funds long-term care homes instead, where residents pay a regulated accommodation fee. Ontario Health atHome may still provide some care services to a retirement home resident, and pensions such as OAS, GIS and CPP, plus the care portion of fees claimed as a medical expense, can help cover the cost.
Yes. Besides retirement homes, Etobicoke has independent living communities and 55+ rental apartments for active seniors who don't need daily care. They cost less than a retirement home because care and most meals aren't included. Compare independent living in Etobicoke on our directory.
Retirement homes suit mostly independent seniors who want meals, housekeeping and social life with light support. Assisted living adds regular hands-on help with bathing, dressing and medications. Many Etobicoke homes offer both, so ask how care can scale as your parent's needs change.
Use this page to shortlist homes, then call each one directly to confirm current openings and book a visit. Availability changes often and popular suites can carry a waitlist, so tour in person, meet staff and, if you can, share a meal before deciding.
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