The home where Meghan Markle resided while filming Suits just acquired a new owner. The vast city of Toronto will forever hold a special place in the Duchess of Sussex’s heart as her previous living space within the Canadian metropolis is officially sold. Coincidentally, this home wasn’t simply Meghan’s lodging; it was also where she won the heart of England’s beloved Prince Harry. Could this supplemental context add value to the estate? First, consider what the house has to offer.
Aside from Meghan’s duties as paralegal Rachel Zane on the set of the former TV show Suits, the city served as much more than a job location to her. She mentions how she grew to view her on-screen character as a close friend. Markle also highlighted how competitive the entertainment industry was in the early 2010s, giving herself more reasons to celebrate her accomplishments while acting on the show. Ironically, set in New York City, Suits did all of its subsequent filming in Toronto instead. All that being said, her time on the hit American drama series isn’t necessarily what might’ve driven potential buyers. Instead, it’s one frequent guest in particular who further enriches the home’s history.
Prince Harry detailed in his 2023 memoir Spare that he habitually visited Meghan’s Toronto residence, where she provided for herself and her two dogs. “Meg was excited to show me her life, her dogs, her little house, which she adored,” the English prince noted. His first extended stay, in October 2016, made him “eager to see it all, to know every last detail about her.” Of course, Markle would eventually leave Toronto for London and her future husband, officially closing the actress chapter of her life indefinitely. After all, the soon-to-be Duchess was merely renting the property for approximately six years, making it a little easier to leave it behind.
Along with the backstory that blossomed within those four walls, the house on 10 Yarmouth Road has substantially more to showcase. Situated in the center of Annex’s Seaton Village, the official listing of the property lauded it as an “exceptional residence.” This three-bedroom, two-story home boasts a colorful scheme of turquoise and violet on the front door and brick walls, respectively. Its front porch is lined with solid wooden railings and steps of stone. The roof displays a traditional A-frame and the driveway steers toward a two-car garage. The backyard is adorned with a stone-padded deck in place of grass, surrounding itself with lush, tall trees for extra privacy.
Accompanying the interior’s three bedrooms are an eat-in style chef’s kitchen and a bright, spacious living room. The townhouse also has a completely renovated basement, which is great for guests, royal or otherwise.
After the property hit the market about a week ago, legitimate buyers didn’t take long to show interest. Discussions of pricing and value came into the mix as well. In November 2017, when Markle left her Toronto home to marry Prince Harry, the property went up for sale for the first time. The local real estate agent didn’t expect to see a “princess premium” just because of her British beau’s presence. Nonetheless, it was once again listed under Freeman Realty less than a week ago for CAD 1.895 million (roughly USD 1.39 million) and sold for nearly that exact amount.
Markle lived in Toronto from 2011 to 2017, naturally developing an admiration for the culture and atmosphere over time. She’s previously stated that some of her favorite leisure spots included Bar Isabel and Terroni. However, she spent a good chunk of her time at Ontario’s Kensington Market, ultimately trading it all in for London’s Kensington Palace.
Upon exiting the UK, Meghan, Harry, and their two children now dwell in the picturesque Montecito, California. Their new home features an interior with nine bedrooms alongside an exterior with palm trees and a lovely garden perfect for developing a green thumb. As the couple settles away from both London and Toronto, they continue to express their desire to raise Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet as normally as possible.
