Rural Markham Real Estate & Houses for Sale

People who prefer a calm environment will enjoy Rural Markham. This part of the city is quiet, as there are generally low levels of noise from traffic - although that is not the case closer to one of the railway lines, the airport (Markham Airport) or Highway 407. Lastly, there are over 100 parks close by for residents to check out, including Berczy Park North and Wismer Park, making it easy to get to them from the majority of locations within the neighbourhood.

Transportation

The favoured way to get around in Rural Markham is very often driving. It is easy to park. In contrast, the public transit service in Rural Markham is not very frequent. Thankfully, the neighbourhood is connected by approximately 20 bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop. Biking is easy in this part of Markham because the bicycling infrastructure is rather well-developed. It is occasionally challenging for pedestrians to navigate Rural Markham since few day-to-day needs can be met without a vehicle.

Housing

Single detached homes are the main housing type, representing roughly two thirds of buildings in Rural Markham, and the remaining dwellings are mainly townhouses. This neighbourhood also has a variety of unit sizes - however this neighbourhood is particularly good for those looking for four or more bedroom homes. Homeowners occupy about three quarters of the properties in the neighbourhood while the remainder are rented. Most of the housing growth in this neighbourhood has taken place after the year 2000.

Services

Families will appreciate the proximity to daycares and primary schools, which are within a short distance from the majority of properties for sale in this area. On the other hand, families may consider it challenging to get to high schools as pedestrians. When it comes to eating, in all but a limited number of cases, a car is needed to buy groceries. Nevertheless, it is generally a reasonably short stroll to the closest pharmacy, which can provide some staple foods. Residents benefit from around 30 restaurants and cafes as well.