York Real Estate & Houses for Sale

York has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. York is very good for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamour. On the other hand, there is a fair amount of greenery in this part of Toronto; there are over 250 parks close by for residents to check out, like Westview Greenbelt and Earlscourt Park, making them very easy to reach. Furthermore, residents will find that numerous tree-lined streets are present. Finally, although this part of Toronto is not known for its vibrancy, the vibe can still be quite lively around its main streets, and with its about 30 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. Oakwood Avenue in particular offers a great variety of places to go out at night.

Transportation

York permits home buyers to travel using various modes of transportation. Getting around by public transit is straightforward in this part of the city. Residents profit from a multitude of rapid transit stations on the Line 2 (Bloor - Danforth) and Line 1 (Yonge-University). There is the Weston GO Station and Weston on the Union Pearson Express and Kitchener. Residents have access to over 50 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually around the corner. Walking is also very feasible for residents in York; many common errands can be run without a car, and a variety of businesses are rather close by. York is reasonably cycling-friendly.

Housing

Single detached homes are the most common housing type, representing roughly 30% of dwellings in York, whereas the remainder are mainly large apartment buildings, small apartment buildings, and townhouses. This part of the city also has a good variety of housing size options; homes range from lofts to four or more bedrooms. There are equal parts owners and renters living in this former municipality. The homes in this area are quite old, because around half of its buildings were constructed pre-1960, while most of the remaining buildings were constructed in the 1960s.

Services

Both general and specialty grocery stores are ordinarily accessible within a very short stroll from any location in this former municipality. Furthermore, there are over 400 restaurants and over 50 coffee shops to benefit from in York. Residents benefit from a large number of clothing stores within a short distance, for example along Bloor Street. As far as education is concerned, daycares and schools are straightforward to reach as a pedestrian from any location in York.