Westminster-Branson Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Westminster-Branson offers a slower-paced atmosphere and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Greenery is prominent in this neighbourhood as numerous tree-lined streets are around. There are over 50 parks close by for residents to visit, including G. Ross Lord Park and Hinder Area, and they are very well-distributed, which makes it very easy to reach them. This neighbourhood is also very good for those who need quiet surroundings, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Transportation

No matter the means of transportation, it is fairly convenient to move around in this part of Toronto. Westminster-Branson is fairly transit friendly. More specifically, property owners are served by approximately 20 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is generally very close by. This area is also rather conducive to people who like to travel on foot; many daily needs can be carried out without a car, and numerous businesses are fairly close by. Westminster-Branson is moderately conducive to bicycling.

Housing

The sizeable proportion of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of Westminster-Branson is an important part of its character. This part of the city is primarily composed of three bedroom and two bedroom homes. About 60% of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home while the remainder are owners. About half of properties in this part of Toronto were constructed in the 1960s and 1970s, while the majority of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1980s.

Services

The nearest grocery store in this part of the city is usually only a short stroll away. Moreover, there is generally a restaurant or cafe in close proximity. It is also a rather short stroll to a decent choice of clothing stores. When it comes to education, families will find that no matter where their home is located in this part of Toronto, daycares and schools are close by.