New Listings in Garden District, Toronto

Garden District does not demand driving as various other modes of transportation are at the disposal of house buyers. Active property owners will value the especially pedestrian-friendly nature of this part of the city; all common errands can be run on foot, and a variety of businesses are very close by. Garden District is also a very convenient part of Toronto for cyclists. For instance, bike-share stations are hardly ever more than a short distance away, and the cycling infrastructure is well-developed. Garden District is especially transit friendly as a consequence of Queen Station - Northbound Platform on the Yonge - University Line, and a few nearby bus lines. However, cars are a sometimes poor mode of transportation in Garden District. That being said, most houses for sale are a reasonably short drive from the nearest highway.

Both general and specialty grocery stores are ordinarily accessible within a very short walk from most homes for sale in Garden District. Likewise, those who enjoy dining out won't have to walk far in this part of the city, where around 40 restaurants and a few cafes can be found. An excellent variety of clothing stores is also located within a very short walking distance. Regarding education, schools and daycares are very easy to reach on foot from most properties for sale in Garden District.

Garden District offers a variety of experiences for those who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time in green spaces. There are a very large number of things to do in this part of the city for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Many entertainment venues can be found nearby, there are usually masses of people around, and finding one of the a few nightlife venues is very easy since they are generally situated in very convenient locations. Yonge Street in particular offers a vast selection of bars. Greenery is not especially present in this neighbourhood; to be more precise, residents will find that relatively few tree-lined streets are prominent. However, most locations within the neighbourhood have fairly good access to public green spaces, like Allan Gardens, since there are approximately 10 of them nearby for residents to explore.

The large percentage of large apartment buildings in the housing stock of Garden District is an important part of its character. This neighbourhood offers mainly two bedroom and one bedroom homes. About three quarters of the population of this neighbourhood rent their home and owners make up the remainder. The homes in this part of Toronto are quite new, because around 30% of its dwellings were built after the year 2000, while most of the remaining buildings were built pre-1960 and in the 1960s.