Glen Park West Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Glen Park West is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighbourhood. Glen Park West is fairly good for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as the streets are usually calm, although that is not the case close to Allen Expressway or the railway line. On the other hand, there is not that much greenery in this area; more specifically, residents will find that the tree canopy coverage for most streets is sub-par. Nonetheless, reaching parks in the neighbourhood, like North Park and Caledonia Park, is very easy since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore. Lastly, although the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its main streets, and finding one of the a few nightlife venues is easy since they are generally situated in convenient locations.

Transportation

This part of the city permits property owners to get around using several alternative means of transportation. Glen Park West has very good public transit infrastructure as a result of a multitude of nearby rapid transit stations on the Line 1 (Yonge-University), and approximately 10 nearby bus lines. This neighbourhood is also suitable for those who prefer to get around by walking; all day-to-day needs can be met without the use of a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. It is convenient to commute by bicycle in Glen Park West because there are few hills to challenge cyclists, and the cycling network is fairly good.

Housing

In Glen Park West, most buildings are large apartment buildings, and the remaining houses are mainly small apartment buildings and single detached homes. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of one bedroom and two bedroom homes. The proportions of renters and homeowners are about even. Around 45% of properties in this part of the city were built in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were constructed pre-1960.

Services

A general and a specialty grocery store is always only a very short walk away in Glen Park West. Moreover, those who appreciate eating out won't have to travel far in Glen Park West, where over 50 restaurants and around 10 coffee shops are available. It is also very easy to access a number of clothing stores on foot, for instance on Dufferin Street. In terms of education, in Glen Park West, parents and their children will typically be able to get to daycares and schools without the use of a car.