Home Renovation in Etobicoke
The Kingsway · Humber Bay · Mimico · Royal York
Full home renovations across Etobicoke
Osoba Renos & Design has completed full home renovations across Etobicoke — The Kingsway, Royal York Gardens, Humber Bay Shores, Mimico, Markland Wood, and Princess Anne Manor among them. Our in-house crew handles design, City of Toronto permits, construction, and finishing. See exactly how our renovation process works or read our Etobicoke permits guide. Planning a higher-end project? See our luxury home renovation services in Etobicoke.
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Recent projects in Etobicoke
9 projects on this site were completed in Etobicoke; 6 of them are below. See all Etobicoke projects.
Etobicoke home renovation cost & timeline (2026)
Five scope tiers from single-room remodel through whole-home rebuild, multiplex conversion, and garden suite. Add 4–8 weeks for City of Toronto plan exam.
| Scope tier | Cost range | Timeline | Typical inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen renovation | $25,000–$50,000 | 3–5 weeks | Custom cabinetry, quartz counters, tile backsplash, appliances, lighting, electrical updates. Above $50,000 is beyond our typical scope. |
| Bathroom renovation | $12,000–$20,000 | 2–4 weeks | Strip to studs, waterproofing, tile, vanity, fixtures, glass, lighting. |
| Whole-home renovation | $80–$150/sq. ft. | 8–14 weeks | Every room — kitchen, bathrooms, flooring, doors, trim, lighting, paint. Priced per sq ft at estimate; temporary relocation usually recommended. |
| Multiplex conversion (Bylaw 89-2023) | +$50,000–$150,000 | +4–8 weeks | Convert detached into duplex/triplex/fourplex under City of Toronto multiplex zoning. Egress, fire-separation, separate services where required. |
| Garden suite addition | $150,000–$350,000 | 14–22 weeks | Detached secondary unit on rear yard. Permit + Committee of Adjustment minor variance if needed. Foundation, framing, finishes, separate services. |
Etobicoke housing stock by neighbourhood
What we typically find inside Etobicoke homes — and how it shapes the renovation scope — varies a lot across the city.
Home renovation in The Kingsway
1920s–1950s established detached homes — many original layouts, older systems (knob-and-tube, galvanised supply lines, 60A panels), and small kitchens that owners want to open up. Whole-home rebuilds with system upgrades are the typical brief.
Home renovation in Royal York Gardens
Mid-century detached. We have completed multiple full-home gut renovations here (see the Royal York Gardens case study) — main floor opened up, kitchen rebuilt, all bathrooms rebuilt, basement bathroom built from scratch, full painting.
Home renovation in Mimico & New Toronto
Smaller lakeshore lots with 1.5-storey detached and semi-detached homes. Multiplex conversion (Bylaw 89-2023) is increasingly common here — converting older detached into duplex or triplex for income properties.
Home renovation in Markland Wood & Eringate
Ranch and split-level detached homes from the 1960s–1970s. Larger lots, generous interior footprints — open-concept conversions, kitchen + dining + living combined, and ensuite additions are typical scope.
Home renovation in Princess Anne Manor & Richview
Post-war mid-tier detached neighbourhoods. Multi-room remodels (kitchen + bath + flooring) are the typical scope — homeowners often modernise systems alongside finishes.
Home renovation in Long Branch & Stonegate-Queensway
Mid-tier detached close to the lake. Garden-suite and multiplex zoning interest is highest here because of lot configurations and proximity to transit.
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Home renovation questions - Etobicoke
How long does a full home renovation take in Etobicoke?
Most whole-home renovations in Etobicoke take 6-12 weeks, depending on home size and scope. Before starting, we provide a clear project schedule with defined phases and regular progress updates.
Do I need a permit for a home renovation in Etobicoke?
Most full home renovations in Etobicoke require a City of Toronto building permit because they involve structural changes, new plumbing or electrical, or basement finishing. We pull City of Toronto permits on every project that requires them - drawings, application, plan exam responses, and inspections all handled.
Are you a renovation contractor near Etobicoke?
Yes - Osoba Renos & Design operates from Mississauga, about 15-25 minutes from most Etobicoke neighbourhoods including The Kingsway, Humber Bay Shores, Mimico, Royal York, Markland Wood, and Princess Anne Manor. We are on-site daily across Etobicoke.
Can I add an addition or second suite to my Etobicoke home?
Yes - the City of Toronto has expanded multiplex zoning, which means many Etobicoke lots can now support up to four units, plus a garden suite where lot size allows. Front-yard, side-yard, and rear additions are also possible subject to zoning bylaws and committee of adjustment minor variances where needed.
Which Etobicoke neighbourhoods have you renovated in?
We have completed renovations across Etobicoke - The Kingsway, Royal York Gardens, Humber Bay Shores, Mimico, New Toronto, Long Branch, Islington Village, Markland Wood, Princess Anne Manor, Richview, Sunnylea, Stonegate-Queensway, and Eringate. See the Projects page for representative work.
Is The Kingsway a heritage district that limits my renovation?
Parts of The Kingsway are within a Heritage Conservation District where exterior changes (façade, windows, doors, roofline) need heritage permit review. Interior renovations - flooring, kitchen, bathrooms, basement finishing - are unaffected. We check the City of Toronto Heritage Register against your address during the site visit and flag any external scope that needs heritage review.
What system upgrades do older Etobicoke homes usually need?
In The Kingsway, Royal York Gardens, and older Mimico stock we regularly upgrade: 60A → 100A or 200A electrical panel, knob-and-tube wiring re-terminated to current code, galvanised supply lines replaced with PEX, original cast-iron drains inspected and selectively replaced, undersized water heater swapped, attic and exterior wall insulation topped up. The quote spells out which apply to your specific home.
How long does the City of Toronto permit process take for an Etobicoke home renovation?
For a typical multi-room or whole-home scope, City of Toronto plan exam currently runs 4-8 weeks. Multiplex conversions and garden-suite builds run 8-14 weeks because of additional zoning and code review. Heritage permit review (when applicable) adds 4-8 weeks on top. We submit on your behalf and respond to plan-exam comments - you do not chase the City.
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