An early incarnation of cottage country, Long Branch was a popular destination, with Etobicoke Creek and its attractive shoreline keeping city folks cool in summer months. The area is just far enough to provide respite from the downtown bustle, but close enough that it’s only a 40 minute streetcar ride away. Houses south of Lake Shore are more expensive than those to the north, where the landscaping and general maintenance tend to be better. Lake Promenade, which follows the shoreline, is the most upscale street, though a good number of the houses on the south side (their backyards directly on the shore) are quite modest.  With its lower housing prices, the neighbourhood is due for an influx

Homes

The communities largest and oldest homes are on Lake Promenade along the waterfront, some of which dating back to the early 1900s. As you move away from the lake the homes are newer, with the houses south Lake Shore Blvd dating to the period between the 1920s and 50s. Houses here are typically bungalows and 2-storey homes, with some modern semi-detached homes and duplexes. There are also some small apartment buildings along Lake Promenade.The homes north of Lake Shore Blvd are smaller, and on narrower lots, but well maintained. There are a number of newer townhouse and condo developments along Lake Shore Boulevard. Homes in this community are in the lower-mid to higher-mid price ranges.

Recreation

Long Branch is sandwiched between two major waterfront parks. Marie Curtis Park is at the mouth of Etobicoke Creek, and has a boat ramp, children's splash pool and playground. This park is where the Toronto Waterfront Trail and the Etobicoke Creek Trail connect, providing access to many kilometers of paved recreational pathways. To the east is Colonel Samuel Smith Park, with its wetland habitat, interpretive trails, marina, and views of Lake Ontario and downtown Toronto.

Schools 

James S. Bell, 90-31st St., (416) 394-7680

Lakeshore C.I., 350 Kipling Ave., 94160 394-7650

Humber College, 3199 Lakeshore Blvd. W., (416) 675-3111

Shopping

This area has some very good delicatessens, restaurants, bakeries
large pharmacies, computer & electronics stores, as well as pet supply and antique stores.

Transportation

Long Branch has its own Go Transit station located at the west-end of this neighbourhood on the north side of Lakeshore Boulevard. Bus service at this station links passengers to Union Station and the Yonge-University-Spadina subway line.

Motorists can access downtown Toronto's entertainment and financial districts in approximately fifteen minutes via Lakeshore Boulevard. Commuters also enjoy quick access to the Queen Elizabeth Way and Highway 427 on-ramps at Browns Line north of Lake Shore Boulevard.