Home of undiscovered real estate gems or an area still on the dodgy side of things? Toronto’s Parkdale and the surrounding areas of Brockton Village, Dufferin Grove, Beaconsfield, Bickford Park, are both - depending on whom you ask. Even those who cherish Parkdale’s colorful reputation can’t deny the influx of chic that’s happened over the last few years. If you have a taste for the slightly offbeat, the hood hosts some of the city’s best bars and restaurants. Those seeking something a little cooler than a pre-fab condo will find one of a kind lofts and original reno’s of some truly magnificent older homes. There’s a lot to be found in this rapidly changing part of Toronto. Whether you embrace the avant-garde, dress yourself in black and grow a skinny mustache, or just want to join the growing ranks of professionals and families living here, you should definitely consider buying a home in Parkdale.